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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If you've been reading the headlines, you may have heard thatHammond, Indiana, along Lake Michigan's south shore, has been selected as the preferred site of a new Chicago Bears stadium near Wolf Lake! But Northwest Indiana, aka The Region, has always been home of the bears - not only for thousands of hardcore Chicago Bears fans, but for millions of little candy ones, made right here in the region…
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A beautiful Sunday afternoon, 80 degrees and sunny but shaded by trees, maybe a hundred people out with their lawn chairs to experience a baseball game like no other these days at Deep River County Parkin Hobart. The score? 12-1 against the Deep River Grinders, but it didn't really matter because everyone was having an amazing time…
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If you’re looking for a fun, inexpensive way to spend the afternoon with family and friends outdoors, you should give disc golf a try. My family has played a number of times both out-of-state while camping and close to home at Lemon Lake County Park. It’s the perfect combination to keep kids with different interests entertained - hiking the trails and playing a sport at the same time. And all you need is a disc (or frisbee) for each person…
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This weekend, you can enjoy all three! Visit these region breweries and restaurants for craft beer and Halloween festivities all while rooting for the Cubs…
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Photo from the Indiana Dunes National Park. Shallow streams, a great lake, a nationally recognized waterway, small lakes and ponds can all be found in the South Shore. We've put together a list of where to start your paddling adventures:…
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Please note: The 2015 derby was cancelled due to lack of ice. A crisp clear dawn spent on a…
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