Long before I began working in one of the parks departments in Hendricks County, Indiana, I was thoroughly impressed by the foresight of Plainfield's planners and powers-that-be in emphasizing green space, parks and trails. To date, there are well…
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Finally! The weather is slowly starting to improve with warmer temps, and nature is responding with gardens sprouting, baby animals and an overall itch to get outside. Whether you can’t wait to jump on your bike for a trail ride or simply enjoy…
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Shop Small Saturday is a big deal here in Hendricks County, Indiana, and nationwide. This year, it takes place on Nov. 29. Small business owners are people from our communities who have a special talent and have risked everything to showcase it and…
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Maybe it is because Downtown Danville, Indiana, looks a lot like Downtown Hawkins, or maybe it is because Hendricks County already has ties to two other famous TV shows, but I’m pretty sure the kids from Netflix’s Stranger Things series would have…
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There’s been a rising trend in solo travel in recent years. That may be because singles want to explore and don’t need a partner or group to join them. More businesses may be catering to solo travelers, or perhaps it is all about enjoying some “me”…
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School is out and summer is here in Hendricks County, Indiana! It's time to get outdoors and enjoy that warmth and sunshine! We have all sorts of great places for outdoor recreation in the summer, and here are some of my suggestions in no particular…
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Here in Hendricks County, Indiana, we are very fortunate to have a large number of outdoor recreation options, including a wide array of trails for walking, running and cycling. Many of these trails are contained within local parks and some feature…
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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. Bicyclists abound in Hendricks County, Indiana, so here is your…
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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. Stretching our legs and surrounding ourselves with the beauty of nature does wonders for the soul. We like to…
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I loved riding a bike as a kid, mostly to try to keep up with my older siblings. As an adult I've enjoyed riding too, but I enjoy more leisure bike rides on a trail or to a destination that involves a good snack. Bike share programs are a great way…
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