Posts about things in Indiana’s North region
If you didn’t escape to Indiana Dunes Country this summer, there’s still time to enjoy a fantastic weekend. Autumn is actually my favorite time to enjoy a hike or a scenic drive because the weather is mild, there are no Read more
If you like flowers, then I have the perfect place for you … Amish Country in Northern Indiana. They not only have one perfect trip idea, but TWO! 1. Quilt Gardens along the Heritage Trail – From May 1 through Read more
I recently spent the day in Portage (where I grew up) and marveled at how much more there is to do these days. One of our main sources of fun was always heading to the beach for a hike or Read more
For an avid birder like Brad Bumgardner, the best thing about working at Indiana Dunes State Park is that his binoculars never have to collect dust — even if it’s not the busy spring and fall bird migration times. Read more
Every year I head to Shipshewana with my sisters and mom … it’s a tradition. We just returned and once again I’m reminded me of how much I love it. Our schedule is pretty much set (remember, it’s a tradition), Read more
It is hard to believe that school is about to start and summer is winding down, but what better way to send off summer that to take advantage of these August events throughout the state: 2013 Indiana State Fair (Indianapolis) Read more
By Alex Gumm, Indiana Dunes Tourism After blogging recently about some of the great places to visit on the Beyond the Beach Discovery Trail in Northwest Indiana, I decided to spend a few more days visiting and writing about other Read more
I had the opportunity to visit Fair Oaks Farms the other week. Located in between Indy and Chicago off of I-65, it is a perfect stop for anyone traveling in the area. I had been there several years ago about Read more
By Alex Gumm, Indiana Dunes Tourism When I started my internship with Indiana Dunes Tourism, the official tourism bureau of Porter County, I was shocked by how little I actually knew about the place I’ve called home my entire Read more
When the temperatures climb, there’s nothing better than splashing around in Lake Michigan and then heading over to a water park for some thrilling water rides. Indiana Dunes Country, which is only about a 2 1/2-hour drive from Indianapolis, feels Read more
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