Biking around Wolf Lake to Whihala Beach and Downtown Whiting
If you’re looking for an exciting way to explore northwest Indiana, consider hopping on a bike with some friends and pedaling on this area’s many well-maintained bike trails…
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Category: Great Outdoors
Big Groups, Big Fish, Big Fun on Lake Michigan
Going fishing is many things to many people. That’s one of the allures of the sport. For some, the solitude of the game is what’s important. It’s man against the fish. The angler chooses when, where and how to fish and success is a quiet joy. For others, fishing is quality time with family. It could be father and son, brother and sister or generational, with Grandpa, parents and children involved. Catching a fish is a sidelight to just being together and enjoying the outdoors together. But occasionally, fishing can be the star of the party and become the party. It could be a corporate outing designed as a team-building event or a reward for a job well done. It could be a family reunion, involving brothers, uncles, sisters and nieces. How about bachelor parties, graduations – you name it and with a little work and planning – a summer fishing outing on Lake Michigan can be a memory maker! …
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Beach glass on Lake Michigan's South Shore
I don’t exactly remember how long ago I got into collecting beach glass, but from the first piece I found, I was hooked. Searching for beach glass quickly became one of my favorite things to do. I love to walk the shoreline after a hike to look for treasure hiding in the rocks. It is so calming and I could literally spend hours searching the shore…
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10 Best Fishing Spots in Northwest Indiana
There are a variety of good fishing spots within the Northwest Indiana area, whether you're looking for a quick trip or an all-day fishing excursion, the region has someplace to suit your needs. Many of these locales offer the ability to fish year-round, though this list is specifically for those…
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Sand and Salmon - Treasures of Indiana’s North Coast
Indiana residents kept a secret for many years. Hoosiers knew their Lake Michigan beaches ranked among the top beaches in the world, but other than local residents going to beaches along their city’s lakefront or visitors mostly from another part of Indiana traveling to the Indiana Dunes State Park, few outsiders knew of them…
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8 of our Favorite Sledding and Cross-Country Skiing Spots in Northwest Indiana
The snow is here! Will you be building a snowman, holiday shopping, or curling up on the couch to binge-watch Netflix? If you’re feeling adventurous take a look at these great spots to enjoy sleddingand cross-country skiing this season. These are great activities you can do while on holiday break with the kids, too. Too cold outside? We have some indoor things to do at the end of this blog…
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A to Z List of Things to Do this Winter in Northwest Indiana
Don’t let the chilly air hold you hostage in your home! Get out and explore the South Shore’s outdoor adventures, culinary treats and winter activities. We’ve put together an A to Z list of things to do this winter…
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Bonfires, Beaches and Bumper Boats, Oh My! - Camping in Northern Indiana
Break out the sleeping bags, grab the marshmallows, pack your tent or hop in the RV because it’s camping season in northwest Indiana! It's time to get together with friends and family around the campfire, go on early morning trail walks, relax on the lakeand roast some weenies. I know I’m excited for burnt marshmallows and lake days and have already started planning my camping trip. Here are a few campground options along the South Shore to get your camping trip planning started, including two within the Indiana Dunes. …
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Relax and Unwind Along Lake Michigan's South Shore
Sometimes we all need a break from the fast-paced and often hectic lifestyles we live. Taking time to recuperate and rejuvenate our tired minds and bodies may help prevent many health risks, too. Too much work can make us sick, run-down, tired and that’s just wrong. The South Shore has many options…
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Steam Through History on Cedar Lake
It's full steam ahead for Cedar Lake historians to take visitors on a floating tour through time! At theMuseum at Lassen’s Resort, the Cedar Lake Historical Association in partnership with the Hesston Steam Museum launched its Steam through History program which allows visitors to get a glimpse of the town's past on a 1915 steamboat, named Steamer Dewey, captained by Jerry Beno of Chicago. This summer the South Shore CVA staff had the pleasure of taking the historic trip…
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