Nothing gets us in the summer spirit more than celebrating Independence Day in Northwest Indiana with fireworks, food trucksand live music! Get the family together for one of the many events happening to celebrate the 4th of July…
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When the sun shines and your belly is rumbling you’ll want to enjoy these locations with great fare and amazing views - from beautiful lakes to busy downtowns. We recommend you call ahead for availability when dining alfresco in Northwest Indiana…
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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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Relaxing on vacation has its place, but sometimes the best trips are ones that get your heart racing! In the South Shore, adventure shows up year-round, from frozen shelf ice in winter to floating obstacle courses in summer. The South Shore is where you can explore, play, and try something new, regardless of the season…
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From carnivals and cultural celebrations to art fairs and an air show, cities and towns across the South Shore come alive in the summer with tons of festivals. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store—so you can start planning your ultimate summer of fun…
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It is a great time for some much-needed nature exploration. Northwest Indiana is lucky to be home to so many beautiful and diverse areas. From the Indiana Dunes National Park, to the arboretums and trails there is a stop for everyone on this list along Lake Michigan’s South Shore. Hello stairs! 250…
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It’s never too early to plan your South Shore summer activities. We’ve compiled an A to Z list of things to do in Northwest Indiana with family and friends this summer…
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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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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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The moment we finished watching “Yes Day” as a family, the boys were revved up about the idea of doing one themselves. We agreed to do it on the first available day of summer. A nice end to the school year and celebration of the long, play-filled days ahead. My husband still teaches a week after the kids get out + working mom + life = June 9th as the date circled on the calendar the kids had been counting down to for months…
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