I have similar trouble with the Bravo here in STL, it's just not nearly as full of aircraft as ORD. I hadn't thought about 06C. Looks like it might be on the list now.
Thanks everybody. I really appreciate the tips.
Freshly minted pilot looking for 1 to 2 hour cross country fun trips to build confidence and just plain fun. Central or southern IL, eastern Mo, and yes, I know about Lamberts in Seikston. Any ideas? I fly out of Smartt in St. Charles county north of St. Louis.
I can vouch for KLBO, I stopped there 12/30/12 and was suitably fed and watered (with lemon aide) and the guys there are great to talk to. I will go back often!