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50+ Reasons We Love Fishers Parks

At Fishers Parks, we create a community of exploration for all ages. Whether you’re looking for a night to let loose, ecotherapy on the trails, or your family’s next adventure, our parks and activities are made for making memories. Spring break is here, so why not make it a stay-cation and check out somewhere here…
Outdoor Winter Fun Around Fishers

Want to make the most of those shorter days and longer nights this winter? While it may be tempting to dial back outdoor activities as soon as cold temperatures arrive, getting outside has many benefits, even in the wintertime. Seasonal depression oftentimes sets in as we remain cooped up indoors, not moving our bodies as…
Winter Trail Walk: Thinking & Dreaming

Some people take a walk to have time to think. Others walk to take time NOT to think, but to dream. Whichever category you fall into, Thinker or Dreamer, Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve has 2.25 miles of winter trails that await the sound of your footsteps. Heading down the gravel path from the parking area, a trail begins that bisects a prairie habitat on the south with a forest habitat on the north. …
5 Gifts to Make at the Maker Playground

In a world where any store-bought item is merely a click away, how does someone give a present that will stand out? Giving a custom handmade gift is the best way to let someone know you care about them and make sure they’ll treasure it for years to come. The Fishers Maker Playground has all the…
20 DIY Family Halloween Costumes

This year, Fishers Parks is hosting their annual Boo Bash event on Saturday, October 29 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.! We look forward to attending this family-fun event every Halloween and cannot wait to celebrate again this year. From festive booths to a boo-tiful display of jack-o-lanterns, this is an event you’ll definitely want to bring the whole family to. I get so excited around…
A Fall Break Staycation

It’s that time again—the leaves are changing to vibrant shades of red and orange, the air is crisp, and pumpkins and mums are decorating front porches all over Fishers. And with the new season comes fall break—a time for family adventuring and memory making, whether you’re embarking on a trip or enjoying the season right…
5 Things to Know About Squirrel Stampede Mini Golf

There’s a new attraction in town, and it is a sight to see! Squirrel Stampede Mini Golf, a 4-hole course commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Great Squirrel Stampede of Hamilton County, made its debut appearance on September 24 at the final Fishers Farmers Market of the season. Thanks to partnership with Visit Hamilton County…
Fishing in Fishers

Each year the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) designates four free fishing days. On these days, a fishing license is not needed to fish in the state’s public waters. The final free fishing day for 2022 is this Saturday (September 24th). Free fishing days are perfect for learning how to fish, going solo, or…
Make48 Competition at Maker Playground

This past weekend Maker Playground hosted the regional Make48 competition sponsored by Corteva Agriscience and provided teams with space and tools to manufacture a prototype solution to a real-world problem. Teams at last weekend’s competition included family members, college classmates, makerspace creators, and robotics teachers. You can read more about each team’s unique qualifications at…
Boat Safety with Police Officer Janes

The Fishers Police Department uses a 27-foot Boston Whaler named “The Guardian” to patrol the waters out on Geist during the summer from Memorial Day to Labor Day. To learn more about what officers patrol while out on the boat –– such as loud music –– how to be the safest boater you can possibly…