Indiana Insider Blog

From boating and fishing to swimming and waterskiing, Indiana is an incredible place to spend a day on the lake. The Hoosier State is home to 100,000 acres of publicly owned lakes and 45 miles of Great Lakes shoreline that... Read more

From canyons and caves to waterfalls and wildlife, Indiana’s wilderness is simply breathtaking. We’ve created a list of 20 Natural Wonders in the Hoosier State that you’ll need to see to believe. This list is part of The 20 IN... Read more

Now more than ever, it is vital to get out of the house and explore. Get your pulse rate up, spike some adrenaline, or just get lost in nature. Put these 20 spots on your calendar this year for an... Read more

Trying to find the perfect gift for that hard-to-buy-for person in your life? Indiana State Parks has the perfect solution. For just $99, you can give them a full year of access to Indiana’s 32 State Parks and Lakes and... Read more

**Before traveling, be sure that you follow all guidelines laid out by Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb in his Back on Track Indiana plan. Avoid large groups and take precautions recommended by the CDC to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.... Read more

From hiking to spelunking to paddling, from baseball to bowling to hoops, Sports and Outdoor Saturday has something for everyone. Have an adventure to close out Visit Indiana Week with Sports and Outdoor Saturday, featuring 22 discounts on sporting events,... Read more

It’s that time of year … maple syrup tapping and places all over the state are celebrating but not as much as Brown County. They are gearing up to host the 2016 National Maple Syrup Festival on March 5-6.I had... Read more

Long story short, in 2004 the city of Indianapolis gave permission to the cultural development commissioners to use the city right-of-way to build a walking/biking trail through the city. Local legends (Eugene and Marilyn Glick) committed $15 million, grants came... Read more

I think I mentioned this before, but years ago (really!) I worked at Conner Prairie and I loved it. Being born and raised on a farm, I always related to the outdoor areas and have loved watching the growth over... Read more