Hendricks County Insider

My fellow blogger Jamie Hergott recently wrote about locations to enjoy Outdoor Winter Fun in Hendricks County, so as the assistant superintendent of Hendricks County Parks & Recreation, I thought I would complement Jamie's post with one about 8…

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…

Summer is finally here which makes it the perfect time to plan your charity walks, 5Ks and marathons! Lucky for you there are plenty of options just down the road from Indy. Whether you are a walker looking to get some fresh air or a highly…

Editor's Note: This is a series of posts in which Visit Hendricks County is partnering with the Hendricks County ICON and Business Leader by re-publishing stories that first appeared in their publications. These stories will highlight some of our…

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…

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…

Like many others, I find it challenging to stay active when my routine has been scrambled. These days, we are all having to adjust and take on more roles than ever before. Sometimes it’s hard to find the time or energy to fit in physical activity…

Jim Beebe began taking CrossFit classes in 2011, and it changed his life physically. Not only was he now in great shape but was getting stronger. He wanted to help others become healthier and stronger as well. So, in March 2013, he opened…

Recent sunny days provide a happy reminder that spring is almost here in Central Indiana! After months of cold, wet weather, it's time to enjoy nature and really appreciate the season change. Engaging in outdoor physical activities is a great way to…

It's a few weeks into the new year and hopefully everyone is still on track for accomplishing those 2020 health and fitness goals! Ladies, now that goals are set and workouts have started, it's important to find high-quality athletic wear that is…