Hendricks County, Indiana, has so much to offer: parks, playgrounds and places to play outside. Our county also has plenty of ways to encounter animals. Check out some of my family's favorites in Central Indiana -- some of which are what you'd…
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I just returned to Hendricks County, Indiana from a three-day youth sports tournament in another town, and it was the type of tournament that all youth sports families are familiar with: play a game, wait for hours, play another game, wait until the…
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The dog is like a member of the family for many of us, and we're always looking for the perfect restaurant, event or hotel so we can bring our four-legged friend along. It's fun to bring the dogs to the special events, and Hendricks County, Indiana…
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I've always been a sports enthusiast, but my body just won't hold up to traditional sports anymore, so as I get... wiser over time, I'm starting to take a bigger interest in alternative sports activities. As it turns out, we have quite a few options…
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Summers can get hot and humid in Hendricks County, Indiana. Luckily, we have plenty of waterparks and splash pads to beat the summer heat. All of the following locations provide perfect opportunities to cool off while making memories with your kids…
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For many of us, the playground brings back fond memories of family picnics, playdates with friends and days out in the sun. For parents, it’s a free and super fun way to pass the time for a few hours on a beautiful morning or afternoon. My family…
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You know it is summertime in Indiana when sweet corn abounds, and you see farmers markets popping up everywhere. Hendricks County, Indiana, offers up some spectacular farmers markets, each with its own distinctive style and farm-fresh offerings…
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It’s a park that is off the beaten path, but more and more, Washington Township Parks in Avon, Indiana, are offering programs and other events out at Pecar Park, making it a go-to for a variety of reasons. My kiddos love to visit with the live…
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A delightful trend is “cropping” up all across Central Indiana – flower farms! These labors of love exist for the sole purpose of adding a little beauty to the world, and I can't think of a better way to spend the day than exploring all that they…
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While nearly every park in Hendricks County has shelters, picnic tables and often times a grill, my family enjoys picking a spot where we can throw down the old-fashioned picnic blanket and enjoy the sunshine and open fields. We bring along kites, a…
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