DePue, originally built on a coal mining operation in the area, is now home to the fast paced A.P.B.A. Pro National Championship Boat Races on Lake Depue. The DePue Mens Club does a great job of coordinating this event. There are numerous family activities and a chance to visit with drivers, view the pits, and experience the thrill of the racing action. Bring some blankets, chairs, and a cooler. And maybe an umbrella although there are shade trees along the banks for early arrivers. Ample food and beverage stands are available. There is more information relating to the Lake DePue races at the website http://www.depuemensclub.org.

The woods around DePue are home to the famous (and delicious!) wild morel mushrooms. A perfect spot to locate the Monterey Mushroom, Inc., plant, nationwide growers and distributers of white and portabello mushrooms. Monterey has available, at certain times, mushroom compost. Little wonder Bureau County gardens are so lush and large. Located on Rt. 6 near the DePue Road turnoff, visitors can obtain fresh mushrooms at the plant guard house. Come early for best chances on available supplies.