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Things to do this winter!

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Take a Toboggan Thrill Ride!

Did you know that the Toboggan Run at Pokagon State Park in Angola is open every weekend, with or WITHOUT snow?! ❄️🛷

Thrill-seekers can enjoy a 90 feet vertical drop over the course of a quarter mile on a refrigerated track. The top recorded speed is 42 mph. It's a 20 to 30-second ride. Sound like fun?

Weekends through February 27, 2022
Angola, IN

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Enjoy a Sunset Campfire and Full Moon Hike!

January 17, 2022
Griffith, IN

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Go Horseback Riding!

Shilo Ranch Trail Rides and Adventures is open year-round and has 10 acres of private trail riding property for riders from all skill levels.

Hobart, IN

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Watch the polar bears, penguins, and snow monkeys frolic under the glow of millions of lights at Lincoln Park Zoo's ZooLights!

New this year – an 18-foot holiday tree and sensory friendly visit times.

Through January 2, 2022
Chicago, IL

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Go Birding on the Indiana Birding Trail

Catch a glimpse of a goldfinch, mourning dove, red-tailed hawk, great horned owl & more!

With stops at:
Hammond Lakefront Park and Bird Sanctuary
Gary Grant Street Marsh
Gary Marquette Park
Westville Reynold's Creek Game Bird Habitat Area
Chesterton Indiana Dunes State & National Parks
Michigan City Harbor
La Porte Richardson Preserve

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3-Dune Challenge First Day Hike

Strap on your hiking boots and meet the Naturalists at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center for a special rugged hike covering 1.5-miles. Along the way you will be able to explore the beautiful park landscapes and learn some history about the 3 tallest dunes along the Indiana Dunes Lakeshore. At the end, hikers will be welcomed by park volunteers with s’mores at a cozy campfire provided by the Friends of the Indiana Dunes.

January 1, 2022
Chesterton, IN

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Take Instagram Worthy Shots at Jack’s Winter Walk Pop-Up

Located on over 2 acres of land in the historic Goose Island. Ride a bumper car on ice, throw an axe, go ice skating, enjoy festive cocktails, an igloo village, fire pits, and many picture-perfect winter scenes.

Through January 2, 2022
Chicago, IL

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Go Sledding!

Brave the 190-foot Devil’s Slide at the Indiana Dunes State Park or check out our list of other local sledding spots.

Chesterton, IN

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Thrill Seekers Will Find an Epic Adventure at the Forge

Rain, shine, or snow, the adventure doesn't stop here. Outdoor enthusiasts and thrill seekers can experience our 299 climbing elements, mountain biking, zipline, kids’ zone, and countless activities year-round for an epic adventure at a first-of-its-kind adventure park!

Lemont, IL

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Twirl Around the Ice

Northwest Indiana has many outdoor ice-skating rinks, with locations in:
Crown Point
Dyer
Griffith
Hammond
La Porte
Munster
South Bend
Valparaiso

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Dine in an Outdoor Waterfront Snow Globe!

Lemont, IL

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Experience the Magic of Winterland at Gallagher Way

This year includes the return of the famous Christkindlmarket Wrigleyville, ice skating on an 8,000-square-foot ice rink, curling and skating lessons, and ice bumper cars!

Through February 20, 2022
Chicago, IL

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Find Wonder at the Winterfest

Events include a snowman contest, ice fishing derby, glow in the dark scavenger hunt, yoga, ice sculpting, family game night, family ceramics, breakfast with the birds, wheel throwing pottery, cornhole, horse drawn wagon rides, and Frosty's Frozen Bike Ride.

January 29-30, 2022
La Porte, IN

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Hit the Buffalo Run Snowmobile Trail

Have a snowmobile? Enjoy a day of snow filled fun on 63 miles of trails on the La Porte/St. Joseph County border.

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Attend the Shelf Ice Brewfest

This outdoor winter beer festival brings together dozens of other regional breweries for an exhilarating experience featuring a warming music tent which features local bands, local food vendors, and various games to play.

February 19, 2022
Michigan City, IN

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Join the Festivities at the 12th Night Tree Burning

The Festival of Lights will officially close on January 6th at 6pm. Based on tradition, people are encouraged to bring their Christmas trees to Main Square for a bonfire. Hot chocolate will be available for purchase.

January 6, 2022
Highland, IN

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Hike, Cross-Country Ski, or Snowshoe Through the Dunes

If you need snowshoes or cross-country skis, free rentals are available at the Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education for use on the Paul H. Douglas Trail, weather permitting.

Visitors must bring their own snowshoes and cross-country skis for these activities at other places in the park. A 4–6 inch snow base is recommended. Trails are not groomed. Please call the Indiana Dunes Visitor Center at 219-395-1882 for trail conditions.

Chesterton, IN

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Want to stay home?
*Make a gingerbread house
*Have a snowball fight
*Make a pot of chili
*Drink hot cocoa with marshmallows
*Build a snowman
*String popcorn
*Watch a cozy movie
*Make paper snowflakes
*Create a time capsule
*Make fondue
*Do random acts of kindness
*Take a family photo
*Make a DIY snow globe
*Sit by a warm fire
*Make smores
*Do a winter scavenger hunt
*Play board games

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Located above Prime Steakhouse on the Crown Point Square, Umi Sushi boasts the best sushi in the region.

109 W Joliet St
Crown Point, IN 46307
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February 10, 2022

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