USA Today just recently announced the winners of their "Best Food Trail" category and guess what? The Indiana Hoosier Pie Trail finished fourth! If you didn't know about this one-of-a-kind trail, then here is your chance! There are 17 stops on this trail, but I'm going to highlight just a few…
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Looking for an alternative to spending time in line at the check-out on Black Friday? Give yourself some space and Opt Outside at a DNR property this year. When you “Opt Outside” on Black Friday you’ll get free admission to any DNR property that charges a gate fee on that day and get a bonus check…
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Sometimes we just need to disconnect from technology and surround ourselves with nature. What better way to do that than by gathering up your tent and going on a camping trip? Indiana's beautiful wilderness provides the perfect opportunity to do just that! From Abraham Lincoln's boyhood home in…
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The Oooohs and Ahhhhs of Winter have arrived! Charlie Brown might not have liked Snoopy’s decorated doghouse, but the rest of us have really come to love the festive illuminations. You’ll definitely get into the spirit of the season when you check out this year’s holiday light displays in Indiana…
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If you have ever been to a Hard Rock Casino, you know that it’s about much more than slot machines and poker tables. The brand brings with it a history of celebrating music and artists and the Hard Rock Casino that opened in Gary last year is definitely no exception. The casino sits not far from…
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The Indiana State Nature Passport debuted in February 2021! In it's first year, over 126 people completed the first 59 locations and won prizes. The program has provided incentives for thousands of people across the country to explore the state of Indiana! Indiana DNR and Visit Indiana are excited…
Read MoreAt Owen Valley Winery, wine is family and friends. Owen Valley Winery is nestled in the hills a few miles and a few left turns south of Spencer. The winery is part of the Indiana Uplands Wine Trail. On a sunny, almost-Spring day, Anthony ‘Tony’ Leaderbrand offers my friend and me a tour. As we…
Read MoreIt wouldn’t be the holiday season for my family if we didn’t take in a holiday concert or show together, shop for unique gifts at a craft fair and enjoy some holiday light viewing. Create memories this holiday season that will last throughout the year. Just south of Indianapolis in Festival Country…
Read MoreWho doesn't love the great outdoors? Now that summer and fall are winding down; it's time to start daydreaming about your 2022 travels. There's a campground in Northern Indiana that offers activities far beyond what a day at the water park can provide. In fact, you may want to stay at Jellystone…
Read MoreSome of Indiana's best corn mazes, pumpkin patches, and leaf-viewing opportunities are in Festival Country Indiana. Don't miss out on all the fun of fall South of Indy. Start your adventure at the Festival Country Indiana Visitor Center in downtown Franklin. You can get your photo in their free…
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