Small Business Saturday returns Nov. 26 this year, and what I love most about this day is the win-win for everyone. Not only am I able to pick up unique gifts for those on my list, but I know I’m supporting a family in the community as well. American…
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After a two-year hiatus, the town of Plainfield, Indiana, has re-introduced the county’s first bike sharing program, Pedal With Plainfield. This program rolled out in September 2019, but was shut down when the global pandemic hit six months later…
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I don’t even pretend to be a walker, hiker, biker or horseback rider. So, I’m the last person in the world who should provide our visitors and residents insider advice on the top trails in Hendricks County, Indiana. Lucky for you though, I know who…
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One of the things we commonly get asked is to put together trip ideas or even a full itinerary for people wanting to visit Hendricks County, Indiana. So, this summer we decided to take that a step further by coming up with a quiz that would allow the…
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Cycling is a fantastic way to get out of the house, enjoy the outdoors, get some exercise, spend time with family and friends and get from one place to another without burning gasoline. Plus, in today's world, social distancing is easily achieved…
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Have you tried winter hiking? It requires bundling up, but winter hiking provides several unique opportunities that aren't as readily available when hiking during the other three seasons of the year. We have a number of hiking opportunities in…
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Running or walking outdoors provides many health benefits for the body and mind. Parks and trail systems located throughout Hendricks County offer beautiful green space for outdoor activities. Put the two together, and runners and walkers of all…
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Guilford Township's Hummel Park -- located in Plainfield, Indiana -- is one of my favorite Hendricks County parks to run in. But please don't tell the other parks; I don't want their feelings to get hurt. The eastern-most portion of the park has a…
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There was a time in Hendricks County, Indiana, when railroads played an important role in transportation, commerce, settlement and expansion of the area. As time marched on, though, railroad traffic declined nationwide, and rail companies began…
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A person can only be cooped up in the house for so long. Eventually, we all need some exercise and fresh air. One activity that my family and I like to do for a change of scenery is to pile into the car and take a road trip to visit a park or trail…
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