Southern Illinois is a beautiful and diverse region that blows my mind! I didn’t know such a place existed in the Midwest until I visited the Shawnee National Forest, Garden of the Gods, and, most recently, the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. Yes, that is the Garden of the Gods in Illinois, not Colorado. But it…
Top 100 Things To Do In Indiana Total Solar Eclipse Events With great excitement, I share the news of the total solar eclipse passing through Indiana on April 8, 2024. Having explored and documented the state’s attractions in my book 100 Things To Do In Indiana Before You Die, I was particularly interested in which…
45+ Indiana Religious Sites Did you know that Indiana is full of religious sites? I wish I had a better term to describe this great list, but for the sake of simplicity, “Indiana religious sites” was the best I could come up with. I initially set out to find activities in Indiana during Holy Week….
Indiana experiences its most wintry winters between January and March. As the snow falls and temperatures drop, it becomes the perfect time to experience some of Indiana’s most fabulous winter adventures. This state has some of the most epic winter sports and fun, from sledding hills to toboggan runs. When you think you know of…
The Legacy of Hoosiers in Henry County “Welcome to Indiana basketball.” – Coach Norman Dale in Hoosiers Indiana high school basketball is a big deal. The state has a rich history of the sport, and the games provide excitement and a gathering place for Indiana’s communities. The regular season runs from November to February, and the playoffs…
Updated July 2025 Get ready – the Colts Training Camp is returning for another exciting year, and it’s one of my favorite summer traditions! I have a blast every year at this fun, family-friendly event. Even though the weather is still toasty, Training Camp gets you pumped up for fall and the upcoming football season….
