Bats are hot these days! If you are a Cubs fan or a White Sox fan, bats are swinging and folks are cheering. If you happen to be an Indiana bat aficionado, then you may have heard that there’s a movement afoot to designate the Indiana bat as Indiana’s state mammal. And with Halloween approaching…
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Fall has a way of bringing out a different and unexpected side of the Indiana Dunes. The air turns crisp, autumn colors fill the forests, and miles of trail lead to sweeping views of Lake Michigan. It's the kind of place where you want to spend the whole weekend exploring. This fall, we've got a new…
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That summer trip you planned? Postpone it. The Indiana Dunes are a sight to see in the fall—and there’s a lot to do, too! 1. Dig into Fall Flavors Cinnamon, apple, pumpkin, caramel—the flavors of fall can’t be beat. From sweet treats to savory soups and stews, there’s an autumn delight for everyone…
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November is a wonderful time to visit the Indiana Dunes. The temperatures are mild, the leaves are starting to fall, and the holiday season is just beginning. Here are five of our favorite fall activities in the Indiana Dunes area. Hike at the Indiana Dunes State Park Whether you're looking to burn…
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For fun things to do in northwest Indiana that go beyond a day at the water, the Indiana Dunes deliver on fitness and adventure. Fifteen miles of Lake Michigan shoreline connect to more than 50 miles of trails, a paved bike route linking small downtowns, paddling routes along the shore, and dune…
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Starting around mid-October, the trees in the Indiana Dunes area explode with vibrant autumn colors. Here are five places you can view the canopies of warm reds, oranges, and yellows that blanket the dunes and the surrounding communities every fall. Whether you're looking to take in the stunning…
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Printmaking takes center stage in Chesterton this fall with the inaugural 4th Street Print Fest at Chesterton Art Center. The free community event takes place Saturday, October 3, from 1–4 PM, bringing together printmakers from across Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland for an afternoon of art…
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This summer in the NWI, it seems that we're all on the search for that perfect nostalgic break. I keep hearing that inner voice calling louder and louder to return to the simple, to the slow, to that good, easy fun of our childhoods. And I know I'm not the only one hearing it. Yet the search for…
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As the days grow shorter and night comes sooner, I enjoy all the fluttery things. The brilliant day-flying butterflies delight me. I love the flashes of color across the open sky, the undulating patterns as they float like fairies on the warm fall days. Relaxing and gently pumping their wings as…
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One of the best things about visiting the Indiana Dunes is discovering experiences beyond the beach. Just a few miles from the shoreline, the annual Chesterton Art Fair invites visitors to spend a summer weekend exploring original artwork, enjoying live music, and connecting with local creativity…
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