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5 Reasons To Plan a 2022 Trip To Jellystone Park™ Barton Lake Now

By Visit Indiana on Oct. 27, 2021

Who 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…

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You Won't Believe the Wildflowers at Shrader-Weaver Nature Preserve

By Chris Flook on Apr. 22, 2021

I’ve spent many years traveling around our great Hoosier state, exploring both urban and rural areas. We may not have mountains or oceans, but our landscape is no less beautiful, especially the rural countryside. Recently, however, I stumbled across one of the most magical places in all of Indiana…

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Can You Find Them All? 10 Woodland Wildflowers You Need to Know Now!

By Marilyn Culler on Apr. 12, 2021

If you need a reason to get out and explore Indiana’s woods and backroads this Spring! Wildflowers are in full swing. We've compiled a list of 10 native Indiana wildflowers for you to search for during your spring exploration. What Is It? Slow down and take a look at Indiana's magnificent forest…

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10 Ways Spring Break is a State of Mind in SoIN

By Visit Indiana on Mar. 19, 2021

Whether you take a road trip or relax on a staycation during spring break, Southern Indiana has new and classic hot spots to keep both kids and adults entertained. SoIN (Clark and Floyd counties) have a range of spots to visit (6 feet apart, of course). Spring break is a state of mind! 1. Get Your…

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Get Out & Explore Nature at This East Central Indiana Forest Preserve

By Chris Flook on Mar. 04, 2021

Spring is here! The arrival of March always seems to bring a sense of hope and delight in the warmer months to come. It’s also a good time to take advantage of our great state’s many outdoor amenities. From the 25 state parks, to the 17 state forests, and near countless municipal greenspaces, the…

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OpenTable Says These are Indiana’s Top 10 Eateries for Outdoor Dining

By Visit Indiana on Aug. 03, 2020

Indiana is full of outdoor dining options that will blow away even the most experienced food connoisseur. It is thus no surprise that the state features many restaurants that allow you to escape the cluttered indoor environment and savor your meal outside. OpenTable, an online restaurant-reservation…

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7 Things You Must Do This Spring in Hendricks County

By Josh Duke on Feb. 21, 2020

When visiting a community for the first time, I have often thought: It would be nice if I had a local who could help guide me on what attractions I should see, restaurants I should try and other activities or events I should not miss . With that in mind, let me be your tour guide and start with…

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Save 25%: 7 Ways to See Spring In Bloom at State Park Inns

By Visit Indiana on Feb. 21, 2019

Spring will be here before you know it, and Indiana State Parks are the perfect place to see the Hoosier State in bloom! The 7 Indiana State Park Inns are offering a spring special that gives 25% off the best available rate when you stay two consecutive nights! We've put together a list of 7…

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You Have To See These Beautiful Gardens in Madison

By Visit Indiana on Apr. 19, 2017

Are you searching for signs of spring? Madison in Bloom Spring Garden Tour is a sure sign that spring has arrived in southeast Indiana. For 2 weekends, May 13-14 and 20-21, 2017, you can explore (not just peek through the fences) some of Madison’s most beautiful gardens and interact with the…

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Sounds and Smells Around Indiana

By admin on May. 12, 2014

I always enjoy spring in Indiana. Not only for the warmth and the end of the ice and slush, but for what it's going to bring in sounds and smells. This is what I really love about Indiana. I love the spring warmth when you can just lie down in the grass and absorb the warmth of the sun. It's not too…

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