Best Places for a Winter Hike in Hamilton County, Indiana

There's a saying that goes, "There's no such thing as bad weather - only bad clothing." The temperatures may be below freezing, but that shouldn’t stop you from bundling up and getting outdoors in Indiana this winter. Put on your thickest socks and a few extra layers and take a winter hike outside. Here is a list of the best places to take a winter walk in Hamilton County, Indiana - just north of Indianapolis…

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Turn Your Strolls Into Colorful Searches

Color walks are the upcoming trend that combines exercise and mindfulness to be a new form of walking meditation. Before going on a walk, choose a color, then see how many things you can find with that color along your path. Through the simple task of searching for colors, it places your mind in…

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How to Experience the Monon Trail This Fall

As our communities of Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville, Westfield and the Northern Towns start transforming into a picturesque canvas of red, orange, and gold, the Monon Trail offers the perfect way to enjoy fall’s splendor. From Carmel to Sheridan, visitors can pedal or stroll along the tree-lined…

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A Guide to Birding in Hamilton County, Indiana

According to the American Audubon Society, there are more than 47 million birders in the United States. The observation of birds as a recreational activity has grown in popularity, and there are plenty of places to go birding in Indiana, including parks here in Hamilton County. “How do I start birding? What do I need? How do I identify birds? Where are the best places to bird near me?” To answer these questions and more, we talked to Amanda Smith, Superintendent of Natural Resources & Education and resident birder for the Hamilton County Parks & Recreation Department…

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