In late 2023, a new visitor center and rest area opened along southbound I-65 in Northwest Indiana. The Kankakee Welcome Center is located in Jasper County at mile marker 231, just outside of DeMotte. I’ve made three stops there since it has opened and notice something new each time I’m there. It’s…
Read MoreAs part of a bicentennial project in 2016, 23 American bison were brought to Kankakee Sands preserve in Northwest Indiana. The wild bison herd was brought from South Dakota to help maintain the natural habitat. The herd has not only survived in the Hoosier State, but thrived, nearly doubling in…
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From canyons and caves to waterfalls and wildlife, Indiana’s wilderness is simply breathtaking. We’ve created a list of 20 Natural Wonders in the Hoosier State that you’ll need to see to believe. This list was part of The 20 IN 20. Even though 2020 is behind us, you still have to see our 400…
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