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The Weekly Special concluded its production in fall 2018; the page below is an archive.

WTIU continues its exploration of the Hoosier state with a new series, Journey Indiana.

Posts tagged outdoors

May 24, 2018

 

Turkey Run State Park

Established in 1916 as part of Indiana’s centennial, Turkey Run State Park was purchased from a lumber company, saving old growth trees for future generations.

May 10, 2018

 

Cataract Falls

Located in Owen County as part of the Lieber State Recreation Area, Cataract Falls is the largest waterfall in Indiana by volume, dropping 86 feet in elevation.

December 21, 2017

 

Newfields’ Winterlights

With more than 1.2 million lights, Winterlights, a new event premiering at the Newfields estate in Indianapolis, is sure to become a Hoosier holiday tradition!

December 14, 2017

 

Audubon Christmas Bird Count

Beginning in 1900, the Audubon Society's Christmas Bird Count is the longest-running citizen science bird project in the world, providing vital data each year.

December 7, 2017

 

Limberlost Wetlands Preserve

The Limberlost Wetlands Preserve features over 200 bird species residing in 1,800 acres of restored wetlands, including the Loblolly Marsh Nature Preserve.

June 29, 2017

 

Sand Sculpture Contest

For 20 years, the Indiana Dunes State Park has held their annual Sand Sculpture Contest, inviting participants from across Indiana to enjoy a day at the beach.

May 11, 2017

 

Indiana Trail 100

Explore the sites and sounds of the Indiana Trail 100, where over 400 runners traverse the Chain O'Lakes State Park during Indiana's only 100 mile race!

May 11, 2017

 

Cataract Falls

Located in Owen County as part of the Lieber State Recreation Area, Cataract Falls is the largest waterfall in Indiana by volume, dropping 86 feet in elevation.

March 30, 2017

 

Hemmer Woods

Hemmer Woods Nature Preserve features old-growth forest, including Oak and Tulip, some of the only virgin forests in Indiana and a National Natural Landmark.

November 3, 2016

 

Pine Hills Nature Preserve

Founded in 1961, the Pine Hills Nature Preserve is the state's first official nature preserve, featuring old growth forests and the infamous Devil's Backbone.

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