After opening in 2019, Pecar Park might have been called one of Hendricks County, Indiana’s hidden gems. However, as Washington Township Parks continues to develop new programs and additions, it's becoming more of a go-to for outdoor (and indoor)…
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Having three small children, I love taking my kids to a good playground. We pack up some of our favorite snacks and drinks and spend quality time playing and exploring, and there are plenty of great options right here in Hendricks County, Indiana…
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Let's be honest. When Indiana humidity cranks up and stepping outside feels like walking into a sauna, finding a place to cool off becomes a priority. Murphy Aquatic Park in Avon checks all the boxes with slides, a wave pool and plenty of…
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One activity that my family and I like to do for a change of scenery is pile into the car and take a road trip for recreational activities within Hendricks County, Indiana, or parks and trails within 40 miles of Danville so that we're not spending…
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The kids are out of school, the weather is beautiful and catching a free outdoor summer concert is always a fun way to spend a warm and breezy summer evening. The opportunities around Hendricks County, Indiana, are everywhere and often include food…
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Summer is the perfect time to check out all our great parks in Hendricks County, Indiana. And you can do just that by participating in the Summer Fun Run 2026. The Parks Foundation of Hendricks County's Annual Summer Fun Run and Walk Series gives…
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The Hendricks County Bicentennial Steering Committee made it their mission in 2024 to leave their generation's mark as they celebrated the county's 200-year anniversary. To make it a year-long celebration, they encouraged local businesses, civic…
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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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Paving the way for inclusive outdoor spaces, the paved trails of Hendricks County, Indiana, parks make it accessible for everyone to enjoy exercise and connect with nature -- from cyclists and dedicated runners to those in wheelchairs and parents…
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Most people head to a park and just go. Others sit on a bench or wait in the car because getting there doesn’t mean you can experience it. For many, the outdoors isn’t the problem; it’s having the ability to fully be part of it. That’s where the…
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