A glint of blue or green among wet stones, a piece of glass worn soft by decades in the lake: this is beach glass on Lake Michigan, and it keeps people walking the shoreline with their eyes on the ground. Most pieces are white or brown, so a red piece, one of the rarer colors, feels like a prize…
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Fall arrives with a splash of color across Northwest Indiana, transforming trails, parks, and communities into vibrant autumn destinations. From crisp mornings and brilliant foliage to the scent of fresh cider and pumpkin treats, there's something magical about this time of year. Get ready for fresh apples and pumpkins,apple-cinnamon donuts, corn mazes, Oktoberfests, pumpkin beer, colorful trails, wildlife viewing, and more…
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There’s just something about fall at the farm. Crisp mornings, colorful leaves, apples ready for picking, pumpkins waiting to be chosen, and plenty of reasons to get outside and make a few memories. This year, Fair Oaks Farms is turning The Orchard into your family’s fall playground—with apple…
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Looking for a list of can't-miss adventures when visiting the South Shore of Lake Michigan? We put together 20 fun things to do - from hiking at the Indiana Dunes National Park and chartering a fishing expedition to tasting the world's best gummies and cruising on a historic steamboat…
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Northwest Indiana encompasses significant territory, from Lake Michigan’s southern shore to the slow curves of the Kankakee River, with a mix of inland lakes in between. This guide highlights easily accessible destinations perfect for a day trip or a weekend. Best Fishing Spots NEW ADDITION TO THE…
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Set along the Indiana–Illinois border,Wolf Lake Memorial Park anchors one of the most accessible outdoor spaces in the region. The Wolf Lake area of Hammond, Indiana, spans over 400 acres of parkland, open water, and recreation areas, as well as an aquatic play center. In addition to natural sites, the park features amenities such as an outdoor venue and event space, a floating boardwalk, and pedestrian trails, making it a versatile destination for a quick afternoon, an evening event, or a full day of outdoor fun. …
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Blends of sunny yellows, burnt oranges and fiery reds set over the blue waters of Lake Michigan in the South Shore. Catch one of these stunning sunsets along our beaches, over lakes, or while grabbing a bite to eat. Here are a few of our favorite spots in Northwest Indiana to see the setting sun along the lakeor at other fun places throughout the region…
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So you’ve decided to wander away from the beachesalong Lake Michigan to explore the South Shore’s beach communities. This short list of our picks of things to do and where to eat when you leave the beach should get you started…
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Northwest Indiana has a thriving charter fishing industry on Lake Michigan, many of which are affiliated with Indiana’s North Coast Charter Association – charterfish.org. Where do these anglers originate? An informal survey of the captains in INCCA reports that more than half of their customers are not local - “local” defined as people who live near enough to Lake Michigan to commute to the marina to meet their captain the morning of their fishing trip…
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Every March, maple trees in the South Shore awaken with the warmer springtime days, and the sap begins to flow. Two of Northwest Indiana's parks take part in this special time of year to show us all the sweet treats that the maple trees give us. Head to one of these local parks in Northwest Indiana to learn more about the history and process of maple syrup…
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