One of Hendricks County, Indiana's gems is hidden away in the northwest corner of the county, just outside of North Salem. McCloud Nature Park offers an escape from the chaos of everyday life within its 232 acres of nature and serenity. I work for…
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Autumn has arrived and is my favorite season of the year for a number of reasons, including that there is so much to do around Central Indiana. If you and your family are looking for reasons to get out and about, here are some fun fall destinations…
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Whether visiting a new town or creating your own staycation over fall break, Hendricks County has options ranging from relaxing nature trips to entertaining family fun to keep everyone satisfied. I love the fall season with the crisp air, fall…
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There are times in life when we need to step outside, get some fresh air, stretch our legs and find some peace and solitude. We have a hidden gem right here in Hendricks County, Indiana, that will help with that: Burnett Woods Nature Preserve in…
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I enjoy doing a little research before I visit a new community. I make a mental list of must-sees, and always try to add a few off-the-beaten-path places to my list of things to do. Here are five such places that many locals may not even know about…
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Do you like camping? After all, what's better than the sights, smells, and sounds of the great outdoors? If you're wondering where a family might go camping near Hendricks County, Indiana, I have some suggestions for you. As an added bonus, I've…
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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 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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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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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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