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Traders Point Creamery Has Family Fun
If you’ve been an IWK reader for a while, you may have realized that I have a (totally healthy) obsession with farms. When I was younger, my sister and built a farm town on a dinning room table top in...
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Krannert Park (Westside) has a Wildlife Pond!
My daughter is obsessed with boats right now. She’s been on a boat before but I doubt she remembers it–but for some reason whenever we see water she looks for a boat. If she sees something in the water...
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Creek Stomping at Marott Park & Nature Preserve
When I was younger, we would check out the tidepools at the beach — while the tide was out we’d look at all of the ocean life that was left behind until the next time the tide changed and the water...
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Pig Adventure at Fair Oaks Farms
As a parent we’ve all done it. You know, when you walk into a messy bedroom and say, “What a pigsty!” or when you catch your kids making a mess while eating or eating in a less than polite way and you...
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Learn, Play and Enjoy Hunter’s Honey Farm in Martinsville
During the winter our family spends our weekends crossing off items on our To Do List AND on our To Visit List. Hunter’s Honey Farm had been on our list for quite some time and we finally made our way...
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Horse Activities and Fun in Indianapolis with Kids
All of my children love animals and horses are in a class of their own — there’s just something about an animal that you can ride. We’ve been planning the perfect day of horses for them and here are...
View ArticleDistelrath Urban Working Farm on Indy’s Southeast Side
Spend a part of your Saturday morning on a working, urban farm in Indy.
View ArticleSpotlight on Indy Parks: Eagle Creek Ornithology Center and Earth Discovery...
Eagle Creek is one of Indianapolis’ biggest and most beautiful parks. It spans over 5,000 acres of land and water and is a must for nature enthusiast and families, as there’s truly something for...
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Feeding the Ducks in Indy Really “Fits the Bill”
Ok, that title was pretty rough. Waddle you do if I keep up with the duck puns? No, really. This article is going swimmingly so far. I promise I’ll stop. I don’t want to ruffle any feathers. Anyway, I...
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“Paws to Read” with Therapy Dogs at Indy Bookstores and Libraries
Meet Tucker, a 7 year-old yellow lab and therapy dog who spends every other Wednesday evening at the Glendale Library for what his owner calls his “spa day”. Tucker’s dog heaven is actually Paws to...
View ArticleHabitat Hall Now Open at Holliday Park
We have always loved Holliday Park; between the great playgrounds, hiking trails, open spaces, and free nature center it’s been our go-to park for years. Last fall I was distraught when the exhibit...
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Seven Farms to Visit Near Indy
Farms aren’t like parks or other favorite hot spots for play, they’re usually about the business of feeding and caring for people. However, if you are looking for a place for your children to learn...
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Indy Area Nature Centers & Parks For Kids
Indianapolis is home to many nature centers and nature parks. We’re on a quest to explore them all this summer. These are our favorite ones so far: Eagle Creek Ornithology Center and Earth Discovery...
View Article$5 Unlimited Miniature Pony Rides
Just north of Indy, you can have fun every Wednesday through October for just $5!
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New Fall Programming at the Indianapolis Zoo
The Indianapolis Zoo has always been a go to spot for a family outing with their interactive exhibits, hands on animal experiences, and one of a kind displays. Coming soon the Indianapolis Zoo will...
View ArticleTour de Coops | Midtown Bike Tour
Come see 12 of midtown’s finest backyard chicken coops at the 5th Annual Tour de Coops presented by Hope Plumbing and hosted by Agrarian.
View ArticleExotic Feline Rescue Center | 90 Minutes Road Trip
I can’t quite remember where I learned about the Exotic Feline Rescue Center, but I know it’s been a place I’ve wanted to visit for a while. However, having heard about the set up, I knew I had to wait...
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‘Til the Rooster Crows Ranch | Muncie
I love Indiana. I love the fact that it takes about 20 minutes to get from the burbs to the center of downtown, yet there is no shortage of farms to visit within a 40-mile radius. We have orchards and...
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Meet the Famous Budweiser Clydesdales in Indy THIS Weekend!
The famous Budweiser Clydesdales are in town this weekend for the Colts vs Broncos game and are making several appearances around town. Here’s where you can see them! Thursday, Nov. 5 at 4 p.m.:...
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Indy Animal Encounters | Where Kids Can See Animals in Indianapolis
Like most children, my kids LOVE animals. Babies always seem especially intrigued by fur babies and their giant parents. You can always take your animal lover to the Indianapolis Zoo, but there are...
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