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Bonfires, Beaches and Bumper Boats, Oh My! - Camping in Northern Indiana

By Dani Vasquez on

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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Beach at Indiana Dunes National Park

Indiana Dunes National Park - A Change for the Future

By Dani Vasquez on

Learn about the new entrance fees and what the fees will be used for. The federal area of the Indiana Dunes has seen many changes since becoming a National Park, and the park has plans to make sure that’s not ending anytime soon. Whether the changes be in the name, facilities, rehabilitation or entry fees, they all help the advancement of our beautiful national park…

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Octave Chanute at the Indiana Dunes

Octave Chanute - Aviation Along the South Shore

By Martin Behnke on

When we think of the activities at the dunes along the lakeshore, we think of hiking, chasing your friends up and down the hill, or relaxing on the beach. Sometimes just laying out a blanket and enjoying the day is the only activity you want to do. However, one man given the nickname “The crazy old…

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Activities for your Zodiac Signs

Activities for your Zodiac Sign, Along the South Shore

By Erika Dahl on

Are you the type of person who checks your horoscope every day? Or do you just find the zodiac signs to be intriguing? Either way, we have the perfect blog for you to match up your sign with the activities you're sure to love along the South Shore of Lake Michigan! Element: Fire The presence of…

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Trees in Lemon Lake County Park casting shadows by a calm lake with a wooden dock on a sunny day.

Trails & Walks in Northwest Indiana for the Lazy Hiker

By Dani Vasquez on

No matter the season, when you want to get outside and enjoy nature, a nice walk is always a great choice. Of course, we have beautiful hikes at Indiana Dunes up and down sand dunes with hundreds of stairs but every once in a while, you just need a leisure walk. Here you will find some nice, easy walks around the region…

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Hiking the Succession Trail at Indiana Dunes National Park

Hiking the Succession Trail at Indiana Dunes National Park

By Haley Collins, Communication Intern on

I recently had the pleasure of spending the afternoon with my family at West Beach, part of the Indiana Dunes National Park. We were wanting something peaceful, yet active, to enjoy the nice weather. I had heard about the Succession Trail from a coworker and thought that I would check it out. The four of us: my mom, my dad, and my small dog, Harbor, made the trip with a small backpack filled with water and snacks…

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Aquatorium Marquette Park

5 Historic Buildings in Northwest Indiana

By Dani Vasquez on

The South Shore is rich in many things from landscapes, culture and of course, history. We are lucky to be the home of many beautiful and historic buildings. Learn more about the history of some of these structures throughout Northwest Indiana…

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Birding - Cranes, Mike Schoonveld

Northwest Indiana for birding or just bird enjoying

By Capt. Mike Schoonveld, Indiana North Coast Charter Assoc. on

Photo:More than 15 thousand cranes stop in NW Indiana on their migrations north and south each year.  Wild birds are an important part of almost every outdoor person’s enjoyment of the natural world. Whether a person is hiking, picnicking, fishing or just sitting on a Lake Michigan beach, birds will be encountered. For some, the bird will just be a flitting glimpse, a bit of color. For others, perhaps spotting wedge of geese or a storm of swarming gulls is a momentary diversion. Birds are just a part of the overall mix which makes an outdoor activity enjoyable…

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