Things everyone must do in Michigan City, We're WAY past 10 |
Things everyone must do in Michigan City, We're WAY past 10 |
Mar 24 2008, 07:31 AM
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Spends WAY too much time at CBTL Group: Admin Posts: 16,460 Joined: 8-December 06 From: Michigan City, IN Member No.: 2 |
I thought it would be fun to get away from the negative things going on around town, and try something new and positive. What I hope I see is people taking turns giving their thoughts on what every Cityzen of Michigan City should experience at least once in their lifetimes here. It can be anything, as long as it is positive. I started out with 10 things, but if we can get more than that, we will keep going as long as the thread allows.
I'll even start out... #1 Going out into Washington Park to view the Lighthouse catwalk after a series of cold, windy, snowy days. The ice frozen onto the pier and driven into the sands just make a picture-esque opportunity, unique amongst most of the world for its view. #2 The Drum & Bugle show at Ames Field. This show is amazing. The young people are so talented. Even my kids enjoy it #3 Visit the Library. It is the most lively and interesting place in the golden triangle. There is no charge. It is an amazing architectural experience. It is a common ground for all people to mingle, regardless of race, creed, social or economic status. It contains the wisdom of the ages. It is an easy bicycle or bus destination from almost anywhere in MC. Enjoy it while it lasts. #4 Climb Mount Baldy...or at least go visit. We're so fortunate to have this beautiful creation in our backyard. Personally, I can't wait to take my kids out there this spring and summer. #5 spend the day catching Jumbo Lake perch and fryng em up as soon as you get back. #6. Stroll the Friendship Gardens in late Spring #7 Float on your back in Lake Michigan on a 90 degree day! #8 Make the climb up to the top of the zoo observation tower the day after a nice strong rain. All of the smog and pollution are cleared out of the air and you can see for miles and miles. #9 Go to the Michigan City Regional final at the Wolves Den. Only time of the year you get to see between 7,000-8,000 people in there at the same time. For sports fans, it doesn't get better than that. #10 Cruise Washington Park for the Festival of Lights. Its got to be the best show in NW IN. #11: Fireworks on the beach! #11 1/2 Fireworks from a boat on the lake! #12 Take a ride on the last InterUrban electric line train in the United States of America into Chicago and spend a day in one of the world-class cities in the country. Among the great things to do I would suggest a December day at the Museum of Science and Industry, a summer day in Millenium Park, or a day shopping the Magnificent Mile... all walking distance from train stops. #13 Take the Barker Mansion tour around Christmas time. The place is just beautiful when done up. This post has been edited by southsider2k7: Apr 17 2008, 01:31 PM |
May 21 2008, 11:27 AM
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Spends WAY too much time at CBTL Group: Members Posts: 3,237 Joined: 8-December 06 From: MC Member No.: 3 |
I am about a 9½-minute mile runner. Can we park in the Hacienda lot to go on the Trail?
By the way, for all maps, etc., of Indiana, I recommend the Indiana Map site. This is the link to the Moon Valley area: http://129.79.145.5/arcims/igic/viewer.htm The difference between genius and stupidity is that there are limits to genius. Albert Einstein
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May 21 2008, 08:21 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 240 Joined: 3-August 07 Member No.: 505 |
SSider - it is a great walk and I go with my daughter all the time. Be careful of ticks this time of year. Check your shoes and pants every five minutes, and do a more thorough check when you're done.
Roger - I have never had a problem parking at Hacienda. The entrance to the "Long Beach Nature Preserve" is right across the street from the restaurant exit, right next to a sign with the rules for the Preserve. I have also parked on Lakeshore Drive at the Beachwalk boardwalk public parking space and at Mullen school, but getting to the paths from there is a little more difficult to explain. BTW, I tried the map you provided the URL for, but it did not go straight to the Moon Valley location. You had to zoom down from an Indiana map. Please let me know if any of you try it. "The country needs and, unless I mistake its temper, the country demands bold, persistent experimentation. It is common sense to take a method and try it: If it fails, admit it frankly and try another. But above all, try something."
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May 22 2008, 02:07 PM
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