If you're looking to get the family out of the house this winter, we have some ideas for how to do so. Kid friendly activities are around every corner. Ice Skating Winter activities seem to officially begin when the skating rinks open. The ice trail at Howard Park in South Bend is wildly popular (as…
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If ever there was an ideal time to go fishing in The Bend, fall might be it. Cooler temperatures, spawning runs for prominent species and beautiful outdoor settings converge to make autumn a wonderful season to head out on the St. Joseph River, its tributaries and inland lakes. “It’s just…
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Summertime is arguably The Bend's best season. These are some of the things to do that should be on every visitor's summer bucket list during a trip to South Bend and Mishawaka. Raft Down the East Race Waterway If part of your travel planning is to seek out the occasional thrill, the East Race…
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It's a sure sign of summer when the pools and splash pads begin to open. After all, is there a better way to cool down then to splash in the water? If you're looking for just such a place around The Bend, here are some of your best options. Outdoor Pools Kennedy Water Playground Although not a pool…
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If you're looking for a break from the city without leaving its limits, Rum Village Park is the place to go. Its 160 acres of rolling woodlands are located on the south side of South Bend. From hiking to mountain biking to aerial adventure, this is your guide for things to do at this wonderful…
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If there is just one thing you need to know about Mishawaka, it might as well be that it is home to an amazing parks system. Several of them line the St. Joseph River as it flows toward South Bend to create the Mishawaka Riverwalk. This multipurpose path is great for walking, running or biking with…
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When you're leaving I-80 to take a break, one of your top priorities is probably grabbing a bite to eat. Fortunately, there are dozens of restaurants within a mile or two of Exit 77. Fast food and grab-and-go options are plentiful. You'll find Starbucks, Chipotle, Wendy's, Taco Bell, Dunkin' and…
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Nothing says summertime in South Bend quite like a trip to the ballpark. Home to the South Bend Cubs, Four Winds Field is considered one of the very best in Minor League Baseball — it's packed with family friendly fun, great food and a vibrant gameday atmosphere. Even if going to the game is the…
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Spring is a great time to get outside and rediscover some of your favorite family activities. Make sure to put these on your to-do list as the weather warms up. Visiting Potawatomi Zoo Indiana's first zoo is no relic. Giraffe feeding, a pride of lions and a new café/bear exhibit await at Potawatomi…
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Anglers looking to hook some steelhead know The Bend as one of the best places in the Midwest to visit during winter. St. Joe River Steelhead Run Similar to salmon in the fall, steelhead make the journey up the St. Joseph River to spawn. They begin their journey in Lake Michigan, enter the river…
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