Tag: Spring

Steam Through History on Cedar Lake

By Stephanie Smith, Manager of Communications on Aug. 10, 2022

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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Get Outside This Spring in Northwest Indiana

By Dani Vasquez on Apr. 15, 2022

The snow is melting, the flowers are blooming outside, and the sun is peeking out from the chilly winter clouds. Spring is full of hope and excitement and what better way to take it all in than exploring the beautiful green gardens and outdoors along the south shore of Lake Michigan. Open to the…

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Spring Break along the South Shore

By Dani Vasquez on Mar. 09, 2022

Spring Break is here, and there is nothing worse than a house full of bored kiddos for a week. Luckily, there is plenty to do in northwest Indiana, both inside and out! Here are some places to go and things to do throughout the region for you and your family to escape boredom…

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Easter Brunch & Events in Northwest Indiana

By Dani Vasquez on Mar. 01, 2022

Eureka! You have come across our list featuring 2022 Easter Sunday brunches and events throughout Northwest Indiana. We've put together a list of region restaurants offering dine-in Easter brunch. With limited capacities, make sure to make your reservations before they sell out! We've also added…

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Maple Syrup Time in Northwest Indiana

By Dani Vasquez on Feb. 14, 2022

Every March, maple trees in the South Shore awaken with the warmer days of springtime and the sap begins to flow. Several parks in Northwest Indiana 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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10 Best Fishing Spots in Northwest Indiana

By South Shore CVA on Jul. 12, 2021

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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Nature Notes: Growing the Fancy Plants at Kankakee Sands

By Alyssa Nyberg, Kankakee Sands Efroymson Restoration on Mar. 09, 2021

Trudging through the cold north winds on an early March morning, icy rains slashing my face, I make my way from the parking lot to the Kankakee Sands greenhouse. Clomp-clomp, clomp-clomp. I slide open the greenhouse door and am instantly transported to a state of bliss – the warmth, the fresh moist smell of dirt and seedlings that tickles my nose, and the gentle whir of the fan that makes the seedlings dance in the breeze. I take an enormous deep breath, and then it’s time to get to work…

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Lake Michigan Provides “Unnaturally” Good Fishing Every Year

By Capt. Mike Schoonveld, Indiana North Coast Charter Assoc. on Mar. 01, 2021

As a lifelong fisherman, I’ve seen lakes cycle from boom to bust or bust to boom many times. Fish populations naturally go through cycles in almost all lakes for many reasons. Among these reasons is the reproductive or spawning success of native fish. A few years after a couple of good spawns, the lakes may team with catchable fish. A few years after a poor spawn, often due to weather issues, the number of fish can decline. It’s nature’s way.... It’s natural. I’ve been fishing for Lake Michigan salmon for most of my adult life and operating a charter fishing business on Lake Michigan for half my adult life. Why is it the fishing on Lake Michigan, season after season, remains consistently good? Is it unnatural…

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Walks to Remember throughout Northwest Indiana

By Erika Dahl on Aug. 25, 2020

No hiking boots necessary for these short but memorable walks along the South Shore. Find…

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A Round of Disc Golf at Lemon Lake County Park

By Jennifer Rush, Director of Digital Marketing and Communications on Aug. 14, 2020

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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