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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8 Outdoor Winter Activities in Hendricks County Parks
Monday, January 14, 2019 10:00 AM by Eric Ivie
My fellow blogger Becky Wilson-Lusk recently wrote about 8 Indoor Activities for the Kids in Hendricks County , so as the interim superintendent of Hendricks County Parks & Recreation , I thought I would complement Becky's post with one about 8 outdoor…
Weekend Primer: Labor Day Weekend
Tuesday, August 28, 2018 10:00 AM by Eric Ivie
Labor Day weekend is upon us here in Hendricks County , Indiana, and it's a perfect opportunity to bring the family to the area for the long break from the working world. Whether you enjoy the thunder of drag racing, the peace and quiet of Mother…
Why Hummel Park May Be Hendricks County's Best Park for Runners
Friday, April 27, 2018 9:00 AM by Susan Skelton
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…
Top 10: Most Popular Hendricks County Trails
Monday, April 2, 2018 11:00 AM by Josh Duke
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 insider advice on the top trails in Hendricks County , Indiana. Lucky for you though, I know who to ask. After…
Top 10: Ways to Entertain Guests Over the Holidays
Tuesday, December 12, 2017 10:00 AM by Eric Ivie
The holiday season is a great time for friends and family to gather. After awhile, though -- especially if you have guests in from out of town -- everyone starts looking for something to do. Fortunately, Hendricks County offers a great variety of…
Weekend Primer: Aug. 11-13
Monday, August 7, 2017 3:00 PM by Eric Ivie
As you make your plans for the upcoming weekend, make it a point to visit Hendricks County if you enjoy wine and live music, shopping, classic cars, a meteor shower or taking a walk, run or bike ride. We've got it all going on during the weekend of…
Improvements Continue on Hendricks County Rail Trails
Monday, July 10, 2017 12:00 PM by Eric Ivie
There was a time in Hendricks County 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 abandoning…
B&O Trail Expands West in Brownsburg
Friday, March 17, 2017 9:00 AM by Crystal Paschal
Local runners, walkers and cyclists are probably already familiar with the B&O Trail . It's a scenic and safe place to get outside and get active. 2017 has brought expansions to the trail making it better than before with even more improvements on the…
2016 St. Malachy Country Fair This Weekend
Friday, September 16, 2016 8:39 AM by Stephanie Porter
St. Malachy's Country Fair draws quite the crowd each fall for food, fun and games. It's a great time of year, as the full force of school and sports start to take affect, to take a break and enjoy the simple things -- like their popular, delicious…
