PULASKI COUNTY

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WE LIVE IT. YOU’LL LOVE IT.

PANHANDLE PATHWAY WINAMAC TOWN PARK CANOEING ON THE TIPPECANOE RIVER ONE-EYED JACK’S TIPPECANOE STATE PARK

TO PLAN YOUR STAY, VISIT SIMPLYPULASKI.ORG / LOCATED TWO HOURS NORTHWEST OF INDIANAPOLIS

YOUR THREE DAY ADVENTURE AWAITS IN PULASKI COUNTY

FRIDAY

Find that perfect campsite or rent a primitive cabin at Tippecanoe River State Park.

After you set up camp, you’ll want to take in the view from the fire tower, hike a trail or two, fish or relax at the campsite. Or if camping isn’t quite your thing, check into the Tortuga Inn Bed and Breakfast which is still located on the riverbank.

Be sure to visit Sanders Foods in Winamac where you can get all your supplies for your relaxing getaway. Plus they have a great craft beer selection that won’t disappoint. Ease into the evening with a movie on the big screen at the historic Isis Theatre in Winamac. SATURDAY

Hit the trails for your morning cardio,make a campfire breakfast, then head outfor adventure! Ready to get splattered? Visit Fort Knox Paintball, northwest Indiana’s premier themed paintball facility, home to 13 themed playing fields, plus laser tag for all of the fun with none of the mess!

For lunch, it’s downtown Winamac. The facesized breaded tenderloin and selection of 100-plus beers at One-Eyed Jack’s are fan favorites, while Sublime Subs’ fresh sandwiches and salads will refuel you for a day of adventure. Next, off to Kersting’s Cycle Center & Museum in north-central Pulaski County to check out nearly 100 antique and otherwise historical motorcycles from nine decades and eight countries. You won’t be far from the Peaceable Primate Sanctuary (but call in advance if you want to visit our resident baboons)!

Swing by Tippy’s for pizza and a cold draught, or check out Indiana’s oldest family-owned tavern, Bill & Babe’s (21 and over only), known for its greasy cheeseburgers and amazing fried fish. SUNDAY

Start your day with a bike ride or brisk stroll down the Panhandle Pathway, a 23-mile paved walking and biking trail. The Pathway follows the old railbed of the Pennsylvania Railroad. Just south of Winamac, Kostas provides ample portions of standard breakfast fare but also offers a Greek twist to the menu.

Canoe, kayak, or float on the Tippecanoe River. It’s named one of the top 5 most biologically important rivers in North America, based on the cleanliness of its water.

Let the kiddos run off that last bit of energy at the Winamac Town Park. It’s surrounded on 3 sides by the river and has an awesome playground that features a “swinging bridge” called the Memorial Suspension Bridge.

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South Shore

FIND YOUR QUIET GETAWAY OR EXCITING WEEKEND HERE.

HARBOR COUNTRY ADVENTURES MASCOT HALL OF FAME WHOAZONE ZORN BREW WORKS CO. MARQUETTE PARK

TO PLAN YOUR STAY, VISIT ALONGTHESOUTHSHORE.COM / LOCATED TWO HOURS NORTHWEST OF INDIANAPOLIS

21 AND OVER South Shore casinos should be your go-to for excitement and action! Try your lucky hand at Ameristar Casino Hotel, Horseshoe Casino or Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana. In addition to thousands of slot machines, they have your table game favorites as well as video poker and keno. Each casino also offers an on-site sportsbook to wager on various sporting events. If you are in the mood for some live entertainment, pair your gaming experience with a performance at The Venue or Hard Rock Live.

Sip your way through the South Shore with more than 30 breweries, distilleries, wineries, cideries and meaderies. Many of these establishments offer a menu to dine in, but you will also find our local brews on tap or wines available at area restaurants where you can enjoy a gourmet or farm-to-table meal. Download the South Shore Brewery Trail App and Passport and check-in to win prizes!

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES Situated along the shores of Lake Michigan, the Indiana Dunes National Park offers 15,000 acres of recreation. Dip your toes in Lake Michigan, cycle through peaceful forests, walk along sunny prairies or hike up the towering sand dunes within the park. Hop aboard the Emita II for a boat tour that tells the story of Lake Michigan and the surrounding area. Harbor Country Adventures also offers a sunset cruise, a Saturday night party cruise and a Sunday morning blues brunch. You can also explore Lake Michigan on your own by renting a kayak, wave runner or Sip & Slide Pontoon Charter. If you are looking for a more laid-back adventure, visit the #RenArtWlk in Downtown Rensselaer featuring an art mural trail featuring artists from around the world. During your stroll of the city, there are small shops to visit and restaurants to grab a bite to eat.

FAMILY FUN The South Shore offers family fun for all seasons. Visit Albanese Confectionery for the World’s Best Gummies and chocolates or explore the exhibits at the Mascot Hall of Fame featuring North American sports mascots. Slide down tube rides or float along the lazy river at Deep River Waterpark or enjoy an action-packed, one-acre floating obstacle course at WhoaZone at Whihala Beach. Escape to the country at Fair Oaks Farms where they have seasonal events all year long that will make you want to return time and time again.

DEEP RIVER WATERPARK

NORTHERN REGION

Steuben County

HOME OF MORE THAN 100 LAKES AND LOTS OF FAMILY-FRIENDLY ATTRACTIONS

POTAWATOMI INN POKAGON STATE PARK TOBOGGAN RUN SATEK WINERY WILD WINDS BUFFALO PRESERVE YOGI BEAR’S JELLYSTONE PARK RESORT

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO PLAN YOUR VISIT, LAKES101.ORG LOCATED 150 MILES NORTHEAST OF INDIANAPOLIS

DAY 1

Spend the day at Pokagon State Park, seasonally enjoy the toboggan run or rent a boat on Lake James. There’s also hiking, camping and a nature center.

POKAGON STATE PARK

DAY 2

Pokagon offers so much, two days are needed! On your second day, explore the adjacent Trine State Recreation Area.

Steuben County, Indiana offers year-round recreational opportunities. Enjoy a ride down Indiana’s only refrigerated toboggan at Pokagon State Park. The park on Lake James has hiking trails, camping, a nature center, boat rentals and the 137-room Potawatomi Inn. Find unique shopping in quaint downtowns and at The Shops at Fremont. End the day at one of Steuben County’s hotels. Special hotel and lodging packages are available throughout the year.

Pokagon State Park, nestled on the shores of Lake James, is a picturesque 1,260-acre park in extreme northeast Indiana complete with beaches, an interpretive nature center, cross country skiing, boat rentals and guided horse rides plus the state’s only refrigerated toboggan. Potawatomi Inn offers two restaurants, library, cabin suites, gift shop and indoor pool. The Trine State Recreation Area is also a part of Pokagon State Park. The 186 acres are steeped in natural and cultural history. Family cabins plus the Wild Turkey Shelter are available to rent.

Wild Winds Buffalo Preserve features 400 acres of rolling Indiana prairie, natural waterways, lakes and birds and is home to approximately 250 bison. Tours are available via an open-air vehicle. There’s a bed and breakfast and gift shop plus spring and fall rendezvous events.

Everything from fine dining to meals served in historic surroundings can be found on the Foodie Trail. Our new Ice Cream and Craft Beer Trails offer additional unique options throughout the county.

With direct-from-the-manufacturer stores including Coach, American Eagle and Under Armour, The Shops at Fremont offer convenient shopping at discounted prices. In the afternoon, visit award-wining Satek Winery and Briali Vineyard and Winery for fun wine tastings. Many overnight options are available, ranging from campgrounds to hotels to lakefront inns. DAY 3

Take the family to Wild Winds Buffalo Preserve for a tour via the open-air vehicle. Enjoy dinner along the Foodie Trail.

CARUSO’S RESTAURANT

DAY 4

Spend the day browsing through our many antique shops, both in downtown Angola and throughout the county.

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White County

ENJOY WHITE COUNTY

RUSTIC ROSE PINE VIEW GOLF COURSE AND PRO SHOP THUNDER ROADS MAGAZINE TIPPECANOE COUNTRY CLUB

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO PLAN YOUR VISIT ENJOYWHITECOUNTY.COM LOCATED HALFWAY BETWEEN INDIANAPOLIS & CHICAGO

Farewell to Winter, Spring Ahead…

During the long winter months, you may grow weary of being inside most of the time. But late winter melts into early spring right before our eyes! If you open your eyes to possibilities, there are many ways to enjoy the cooler weather, while anticipating the arrival of warmer days, emerging flowers and outside fun. Here are a few ideas of how you can make this transitional time a blast of fresh air and fantastic fun.

A Straightforward Guide for Manly Fun…

O.K., guys, pack-up your golf clubs, bring your fishing gear, or brave a motorcycle ride to White County and let the adventures begin.

When the weather breaks in March, be ready with your golf clubs to hit the greens. Located on Lake Shafer, the Tippecanoe Country Club has been in existence since the 1920’s. In the 1960s, the course was renovated and converted to an 18-hole course by Indiana golf course designer, the legendary Pete Dye. Located on-site are a golf pro shop, a bar, and an event venue.

Also, in Monticello, Pine View Golf Course and Pro Shop is a family course. Founded in 1985, the course is challenging, perfect for the long ball hitter, although playable for those of any skill level. Fun is the name of the game at Pine View.

Year-round, Lakes Shafer and Freeman are a fisherman’s paradise. Find the gear you need at Ace Hardware, Rural King or Twin Lakes Fish & Game. Check out www.enjoywhitecounty for details on public boat access. The lakes are home to walleye, channel catfish, white bass, and white crappie, to name a few.

Did you know Indiana’s premier motorcycle magazine is headquartered in White County? Thunder Roads, a magazine with events and articles that pertain to Indiana riders, is owned by Rudy and Selina Vargus. The couple also own Whiskey & Wine Saloon in Monticello, where there is amazing food and fantastic fun! Check out the events and helmet-up! The Girl’s Guide to Exploring…

White County invites you to Wolcott where Timeless Treasures features an array of antiques, clothing and home décor. Country Tan N’ Things offers eclectic home decor and knick-knacks. And, yes, there are tanning options! A new addition in Wolcott is quaint Rustic Rose which is founded on three components…Reclaim-RestoreRepurpose. Their home décor selection will inspire you to redesign your home or office.

Enjoy a lunch break at Roots, a family owned farm-to-table restaurant. The beef and pork on the menu are raised on the Furrer family farm and are worthy choices to delight your taste buds!

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Anderson/Madison County

THE FUN STARTS HERE!

URANUS GENERAL STORE WORLD’S LARGEST BALL OF PAINT HISTORIC PARAMOUNT THEATRE SIMPLE GOODNESS SOAPS OAKLEY BROTHER’S DISTILLERY

TO PLAN YOUR STAY, VISIT VISITANDERSONMADISONCOUNTY.COM / LOCATED THIRTY-FIVE MINUTES NORTHEAST OF INDIANAPOLIS

SHOPPING

You’ll find something for everyone when you check out some of these local shops in Madison County: Gypsy Soul, Primitive Blessings, Simple Goodness Soaps, The McCurry’Osity Shop, Vintage Road Candles, Soaps & Sunshine Apothecary, Seasons of the Heart, Twisted Twig House of Earthen Goods, Willow by Greg Adams and Downtown Historic Pendleton shops.

DINING

Indiana Foodways Alliance ™ celebrates the authentic food culture of Indiana. You will find 30 Madison County Restaurants on the 21 Culinary Trails. Some favorites include: Sophie’s Bagels, Catello’s Italian Art Cuisine, The Bank Restaurant, Falls Perk, The Toast Café, Jackrabbit Coffee, The Lemon Drop, 1925 Pub House, The Edge, The Tin Plate-Fine Food & Spirits.

ADVENTURE FUN

Kayaking on the White River, White River Paintball, Rangeline Nature Preserve Mountain Biking, walking trails at Fall Park in Pendleton, Shadyside Park in Anderson and standardbred racing at Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino.

From festivals, museums, music and theatre to shopping, local restaurants, racing and a casino, both Anderson & Madison County have something for everyone all year long.

Kids and adults will enjoy Mounds State Park, 220 acres of hiking, fishing, picnic areas, visitor’s nature center and campgrounds. Mounds State Park contains and preserves some of the finest examples of earthwork built by the prehistoric Adena and Hopewell cultures.

In Alexandria, you’ll find the World’s Largest Ball of Paint, one of Indiana’s most visited roadside attractions. It weighs 2 ½ tons and over 26,000 coats of paint. It has been featured twice in the Guiness Book of World Records.

At Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino, you can enjoy the thrills of gaming and horse racing along with award-winning dining and entertainment. Oakley Brothers Distillery, offers a menu for lunch and dinner along with their handcrafted moonshine, whiskey, vodka, specialty drinks made with grains grown in Indiana.

Several overnight accommodations are available. Fairfield Inn & Suites will treat you like family. Holiday Inn Express, Best Western Plus, Quality Inn & Suites, Comfort Inn also offer great value. NEW ATTRACTION

“THE BEST FUDGE COMES FROM URANUS” – URANUS FUDGE FACTORY & GENERAL STORE OFFICIALLY OPENS THEIR 2ND LOCATION IN ANDERSON ON JANUARY 1, 2022. The Missouri based Uranus, Inc plans on bringing their Uranus Ice Cream, Putt Pirates Mini-Golf, Escape Uranus Rooms. www. UranusIndiana.com

ARTS & CULTURE

Anderson Museum of Art, Warner Sallman Collection and Jeeninga Museum (Biblical Archaeology) at Anderson University’s York Performance Hall and Galleries, and the Museum of Madison County History. Check out a concert at Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino or Anderson Symphony Orchestra at the Paramount Theatre.

FAMILY FUN

Saturday night racing at Anderson Speedway! Carol’s Legacy Crystal in Elwood, World’s Largest Ball of Paint and Mounds State Park. For lunch or dinner stop by The Tin Plate in Elwood for one of their delicious breaded tenderloins. Uranus General Store in Anderson satisfies the sweet tooth of each visitor with an unforgettable chocolate or ice cream experience!