LOCATION
Adams County, Illinois
The Dicks farm is located near Meyer, IL and is further described as being located in Sections 24 & 13, T2N - R10W, Lima Township, Adams County, Illinois.
SELLER
The Late Norman D. Dicks
& Anita K. Dicks
MANAGED BY
Louie Zinn (319) 795-2314
Michael Sullivan (309) 333-0916
AUCTIONEER'S NOTE
This was truly a special place for Norman Dicks, his family, and all friends who were able to enjoy it over the years. Known locally as the "Haulk Hotel" and the "Dicksville Duck Club", this was a hunting paradise along the Mississippi River. Many hunting and fishing stories were told around the cabin, duck blind and goose pit. Norman was a great steward of this land and always had the wildlife in mind as he developed the farm. Once row-cropped, Norman turned the tillable fields into warm season grasses which improved water quality, wildlife habitat, and flood control. In 2008, Norman and Anita were awarded the Illinois Wildlife Landowner of the Year by the Region 4 Illinois Department of Natural Resources. The countless hunts, fishing adventures and social gatherings will be remembered by his family and friends forever. Norman was very proud of his land and cabin, and his wish would be for the next owner/owners to carry on the tradition.
TRACT 2 OPEN HOUSE
Tuesday, May 12 • 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Physical address: 2645 E 50th St. Warsaw, IL 62379
GENERAL INFORMATION
72.49 taxable acres± • 2 tracts
Tract 1 represents a sportsman’s paradise which includes over 55 acres of CRP, lakes/sloughs, brush/timber, duck blinds, trails & more which offer excellent waterfowl, turkey & whitetail deer hunting. Tract 2 represents an elevated hunting camp/cabin located in Meyer, IL.
TRACT INFORMATION
Tract 1 - 72.49 taxable acres
FSA records indicate 55.10 acres of cropland currently enrolled into CRP (CP23) paying $7,967 annually thru 9-30-2034
Excellent waterfowl hunting with duck and goose blinds in place
Levee protected along the Mississippi River
Multiple ponds and sloughs that attract waterfowl along the Mississippi flyway
Trails mowed and maintained throughout allowing for access to entire property
Excellent whitetail deer, turkey, mushroom and other wildlife hunting
Buyer to receive 100% of the 2026 CRP Payment
Deeded road for access from the south off North 2650th Ave
2024 Property Taxes $1,360.18
Tract 2 - .5 acre lot with cabin
Elevated Cabin in Meyer, Illinois
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath with Living Area and Kitchen
Ample storage including small shed and space under the cabin
Lot size would allow for more building opportunities or a place to park a camper
All utilities in place
Physical address: 2645 E 50th St. Warsaw, IL 62379
Open House: Tuesday, May 12 • 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
2024 Property Taxes $1,042.90
METHOD & TERMS
Tract 1 will sell on a price per acre basis, based on the taxable acres. Tract 2 will sell for the lump sum, total dollar amount. Each sale will be final and no combinations will be offered.
Immediately following the auction, the successful Buyer(s) will be required to sign a real estate sales contract and pay ten percent (10%) of the purchase price as a non-refundable down payment which will be held in escrow until closing. The balance of the purchase price will be due at closing which will take place on or before Thursday, July 9, 2026.
The Seller will provide title insurance in the full amount of the purchase price and will pay all the 2025 real estate taxes, due and payable in 2026 in the form of a credit as clossing. The 2026 real estate taxes and all subsequent taxes will be the responsibility of the buyer. Seller will pay the 1st installment of the 2025 Drainage Taxes (due June 1) with the buyer paying the 2nd installment (due Aug. 1). The drainage taxes for this property include both the regular annual assesment and additional assesments. The Buyer will be responsible for assuming the additional assesment, and will be responsible for the remaining years of the obligation moving forward. Buyer will receive 100% of the 2026 CRP payment. Possession will be given at the time of closing. There are no hunting leases associated with the property.
Bidding is NOT subject to any contingencies, including but not limited to financing, an appraisal or inspection of the property.
All announcements made on sale day take precedence over prior advertising either written or oral. The information in our brochure, in our advertisements and on our website is believed to be accurate; however, no liability for its accuracy, errors or omissions is assumed. All lines drawn on maps, photographs, drone video, etc. are approximate. Buyers should verify the information to their satisfaction. There are no expressed or implied warranties made by the seller or Sullivan Auctioneers pertaining to this property. Real estate is being sold “AS IS”.
The Late Norman D. Dicks & Anita K. Dicks
Representing Attorney:
Jeffrey L. Terry & James A. Rapp | Schmiedeskamp Robertson Neu & Mitchell LLP
525 Jersey St, Quincy, IL 62301 | (217) 223-3030