I am from the Central Illinois area where casinos are taxed out of existance. I have been to the riverboats in Joliet & Peoria but did not collect chips at the time. I do plan on visiting them again in the near future. I have also been to the boats in Rock Island and East Alton. Now that I have developed a taste for collecting chips and not coins, I will be visiting these boats more often. Thanks to all for the fine welcome to this interesting hobby. Jeff