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Tag: Outdoor Adventures

You Won't Believe All There is To Do in Downtown Fort Wayne

By Erin Okeson on Jul. 09, 2019

Welcome to downtown Fort Wayne, where you can take a seat at one of the best minor league ballparks, take a culinary adventure, and celebrate with festivals almost every weekend in the summer. Fort Wayne is the second-largest city in Indiana and offers convenient family-friendly fun. City streets…

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These are 19 of the Best Things to Do in Fort Wayne in 2019

By Erin Okeson on Jan. 30, 2019

Seize the day in Fort Wayne, Indiana this year with some can’t-miss events including a new attraction opening, the Vera Bradley Annual Outlet Sale, and celebrate with a Fort Wayne festival! Discover the Best of Fort Wayne, Indiana Explore the new and the fan favorites in Fort Wayne this year with…

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Relax, Renew and Re-energize in Brown County, Indiana

By Hyacinth Rucker on Dec. 03, 2018

Sometimes you just need a break to recharge your batteries. My family found a perfect weekend of relaxation in beautiful Brown County! Raspberry Ridge Luxury Cabin We stayed in a luxury cabin called Raspberry Ridge, which is owned by Moondance Vacation Rentals in Brown County, Indiana. When we…

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Stop & Enjoy the Scenery on Indiana's Rural Backroads

By Marilyn Culler on Sep. 20, 2018

If you need a reason to wander the rural backroads of Indiana, try “road farming” … driving around looking at fields lush with corn, soybeans and more. Grab your sunglasses, roll down the car windows or hop on a registered four-wheeler and explore the roads between the fields. No destination. No…

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8 Fun Ways You Can Explore Indy’s White River State Park on Land and Water

By Amy Lynch on Aug. 07, 2018

Looking for a fun way to get around downtown Indy’s White River State Park this summer? Wheel Fun Rentals offers eight different ways to explore! Located directly on the Central Canal and the Indianapolis Cultural Trail, Wheel Fun maintains a fleet of bikes and boats available to rent for…

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The Calm of Mother Nature Awaits You at Tippecanoe River State Park

By Chris Flook on Jul. 23, 2018

No matter where you are in the state of Indiana, you are always less than an hour away from an Indiana State Park. One of Northern Indiana's best is Tippecanoe River State Park, a haven for canoes, kayaks, fishing, and hiking. Sand Hill Nature Preserve With 25 state parks, 8 state reservoirs, 23…

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An Adventure to Three Of Indiana's Natural Wonders in Western Indiana

By Marilyn Culler on Jul. 18, 2018

We set out to explore the wilderness of Western Indiana and had quite an adventure! The only planned destination: Fall Creek Gorge Nature Preserve near Attica in Warren County. From there we found two more of Indiana's natural wonders. First, breakfast. Just inside the door of Crossroads Family…

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Cave River Valley: The Enchanting Natural Area Located Near This Indiana State Park

By Marilyn Culler on Jul. 12, 2018

How to describe Cave River Valley Natural Area in one word? ENCHANTING! Glistening streams, dark caves and deep ravines are enrobed in a verdant array of ferns, mosses, trees and plants. A truly unique adventure awaits in this unique area located near Spring Mill State Park! Ferns abound…

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You Won't Believe The Beauty of This Nature Preserve in Putnam County

By Marilyn Culler on May 15, 2018

Wandering through nature in Putnam County confirms that Indiana is not flat! From ridgetop to riverbed, visitors can relax in rolling woodlands, steep ravines, and pristine beauty. Saunter along easy trails. Photograph colorful arrays of wildflowers. Listen to the wind in the treetops. Enjoy…

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Swamps in Indiana? This Nature Preserve in Posey County is Incredible!

By Ali Meyer on Feb. 23, 2018

When most people think of Indiana's unique natural landscapes, they might think of the hills of Southern Indiana, the canyons of Western Indiana and even the Indiana Dunes along Lake Michigan, but it is unlikely they think of swampland. That is exactly what you can find in Southern Indiana's Posey…

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