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Posted by: southsider2k7 Mar 24 2008, 07:31 AM

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.

Posted by: Ang Mar 24 2008, 11:16 AM

#2 The Drum & Bugle show at Ames Field. This show is amazing. The young people are so talented. Even my kids enjoy it

Posted by: Ecotourist Mar 25 2008, 03:57 PM

#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.


Posted by: JHeath Mar 25 2008, 05:31 PM

#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. biggrin.gif

Posted by: lovethiscity Mar 25 2008, 07:39 PM




#5 spend the day catching Jumbo Lake perch and fryng em up as soon as you get back.

Posted by: mcstumper Mar 25 2008, 09:04 PM

#6. Stroll the Friendship Gardens in late Spring

Posted by: edgeywood Mar 26 2008, 06:15 PM

#7 Float on your back in Lake Michigan on a 90 degree day!

Posted by: southsider2k7 Mar 27 2008, 07:18 AM

#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.

Posted by: MC Born & Raised Mar 28 2008, 04:55 PM

#9 Buy The News-Dispatch?

Just kidding ...

#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.

Posted by: Ang Mar 31 2008, 01:17 PM

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#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.



I TOTALLY agree on this one!! Just be sure to get there early so you can get a parking spot.

Posted by: southsider2k7 Apr 1 2008, 06:51 AM

QUOTE(Ang @ Mar 31 2008, 02:17 PM) *

I TOTALLY agree on this one!! Just be sure to get there early so you can get a parking spot.


I was trying to figure out how to work in an Elston/Rogers sellout and a trip to Oktoberfest into this, but for obvious reasons, I couldn't mad.gif

Posted by: Ang Apr 1 2008, 09:46 AM

I was thinking of Oktoberfest as well. Except it's not the same now that it's called Labor Dayz. I don't know why, but it just seems lame now.

Posted by: southsider2k7 Apr 1 2008, 09:49 AM

QUOTE(Ang @ Apr 1 2008, 10:46 AM) *

I was thinking of Oktoberfest as well. Except it's not the same now that it's called Labor Dayz. I don't know why, but it just seems lame now.


Its not even close to the same. We went last year, and there was no one there, and no enthusiasm. When they had the fight over it, it killed it.

Posted by: southsider2k7 Apr 3 2008, 08:08 AM

#10 Cruise Washington Park for the Festival of Lights. Its got to be the best show in NW IN.

Posted by: Ang Apr 3 2008, 10:39 AM

#11: Fireworks on the beach!

Posted by: lovethiscity Apr 3 2008, 06:39 PM

QUOTE(Ang @ Apr 3 2008, 11:39 AM) *

#11: Fireworks on the beach!

#11 1/2 Fireworks from a boat on the lake!

Posted by: southsider2k7 Apr 13 2008, 10:48 AM

#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 Mueseum of Science and Industry, a summer day in Millenium Park, or a day shopping the Magnificent Mile... all walking distance from train stops.

Posted by: southsider2k7 Apr 17 2008, 08:28 AM

#13 Take the Barker Mansion tour around Christmas time. The place is just beautiful when done up.

Posted by: JHeath Apr 17 2008, 08:44 AM

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#13 Take the Barker Mansion tour around Christmas time. The place is just beautiful when done up.

I think it's beautiful year-round. But you're right, Christmas is always special there.

Posted by: Michelle Apr 26 2008, 10:46 PM

I know I'm late to the game, but as a newbie to town, I appreciate the advice on what to add to the to-do list. Does anyone have any additional suggestions for someone unfamiliar with the area?

QUOTE(Ecotourist @ Mar 25 2008, 04:57 PM) *

#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.


And thanks for the props for the library! I'm a librarian there, and it's always nice to hear or read good reports about it. Although I'm not sure what to think about the suggestion of its imminent demise.
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Posted by: JHeath Apr 27 2008, 11:52 AM

QUOTE(Michelle @ Apr 26 2008, 11:46 PM) *

I know I'm late to the game, but as a newbie to town, I appreciate the advice on what to add to the to-do list. Does anyone have any additional suggestions for someone unfamiliar with the area?
And thanks for the props for the library! I'm a librarian there, and it's always nice to hear or read good reports about it. Although I'm not sure what to think about the suggestion of its imminent demise.
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Welcome, Michelle!
Check out the other threads in "City Living". You'll find plenty of good restaurants and other things to do.

Depending on your hobbies, there is plenty to do around here. If there's something more specific you're seeking, just ask. We're a pretty friendly group. biggrin.gif

Posted by: southsider2k7 Apr 28 2008, 06:12 AM

QUOTE(Michelle @ Apr 26 2008, 11:46 PM) *

I know I'm late to the game, but as a newbie to town, I appreciate the advice on what to add to the to-do list. Does anyone have any additional suggestions for someone unfamiliar with the area?
And thanks for the props for the library! I'm a librarian there, and it's always nice to hear or read good reports about it. Although I'm not sure what to think about the suggestion of its imminent demise.
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Welcome to the site cool.gif

Posted by: Ang Apr 28 2008, 09:00 AM

Welcome Michelle!!

If you're new in town, wait till summer!!! There is so much to there in the summer.

Posted by: Michelle May 3 2008, 10:02 AM

Thanks for the warm welcome! I'm looking forward to MC in the summertime, particularly these festivals I've heard so much about.

My question was partially a cover to find a way to introduce myself, but I'm interested in trying almost anything that's free. Moving expenses + economic downturn = precarious finances.

There doesn't seem to be much of a card culture here, apart from the boat. I love playing cards (poker, spades, cribbage, euchre) but haven't found an outlet for that yet. That will probably solve itself as I meet more people. But if there's a hotbed of cardplaying that I haven't found yet, please let me know.

Posted by: southsider2k7 May 10 2008, 02:33 PM

#14 take in the Lubeznik Art Center. A community of our size is really lucky to have a place like that.

Posted by: Teach May 11 2008, 01:44 PM

For the fit, if you dare:

#15 Take a bike ride (or run) from Washington Park down to the eastern end of Lakeshore Drive. It's a gorgeous eleven mile journey. The lake on one side and elegant homes all around.

#16 Hike through Moon Valley. Before I describe it, how many of you out there even know it exists?

#17 A shorter hike around Winding Cove Park. It is a new city park located on 8th Street at the intersection of Dickson (about 1/3 mile from Liberty Trail and Memorial Park). You can stand on old Peanut Bridge overlooking Trail Creek and then take the little side trail to another more secluded Trail Creek overlook where I've seen Blue Herons, deer, and, I think, otter.

#18 Run in either the Samaritan Skeedaddle (you just missed it), the Tower Run, or one of the other local runs/bike races. There will even be a triathlon come this September 6th and 7th.

Posted by: Roger Kaputnik May 12 2008, 07:39 AM

A big Hear, Hear to number 17. Number 16--huh??

Posted by: southsider2k7 May 12 2008, 07:41 AM

QUOTE(Roger Kaputnik @ May 12 2008, 08:39 AM) *

A big Hear, Hear to number 17. Number 16--huh??


I am going to take a guess at it, I think it might be more commonly known as Hungry Hallow or Canada Park depending on who you talk to.

Posted by: Roger Kaputnik May 12 2008, 11:48 AM

I know where Canada is, but frankly, to have visited there when I was a kid meant risking getting beat up.

Posted by: Teach May 17 2008, 11:37 AM

QUOTE(Roger Kaputnik @ May 12 2008, 08:39 AM) *

A big Hear, Hear to number 17. Number 16--huh??


# 17 -- Moon Valley

Now that all of you have been on the edge of your collective seat for six days, I'll let you in on the Moon Valley secret.

Moon Valley is a "Nature Conservancy" located between the boundaries of:
- Lakeshore Drive to the north
- Karwick Road (Hacienda) to the east
- Highway 12 to the south
- and Beachwalk (the housing development at about stop 9) to the west.

A map of the area can be found at the site below. Zoom out once or twice and scroll to the right (east). The big blank spot with a small lake and pond is Moon Valley:
http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=beachwalk&near=Michigan+City,+IN&fb=1&cid=0,0,10382205731027586586&sa=X&oi=local_result&resnum=1&ct=image

It is a hidden treasure with several diverse ecosystems within its one hundred or so acres, including large dunes, a flat open prarie, two intradunal ponds/marshes, and a healthy deciduous forrest. It is a long thin strip of land (about a mile and half by a quarter of a mile), with a couple of good hiking trails that are perfect for a thirty minute run or hour-long hike, and it is very accessible. You can park and enter this little piece of wilderness through Beachwalk, from Lakeshore Drive, or from Hacienda (just across Karwick). From the top of one of the dunes, you can look down on a panaramic view that include Lake Michigan and all of our fair city (all the way out to the Valpo morain).

Moon Valley was selected as the site for two geo caches (a new sport using GPS systems to find hidden "treasures") by one of the popular websites because of its uniqueness and rugged beauty. Throughout the last two years, I have taken about 200 hikes in the area, and seen perhaps twenty other people. Without any real protection, the area is remarkably well preserved, although there are a few four wheelers who apparently use and abuse it: I've seen and heard them maybe three times in the last two years.

If you are looking for a quick, exciting hike within ten minutes driving distance of just about anywhere in MC, I highly recommend this Natural Preserve. In my opinion, it compares favorably to the local State and National Parks, and that comes from a person who visits them weekly as well. And, if you park on the east side of the preserve, you can count on a margarita or a beer and/or a black bean wet burrito awaiting you after some good excercise.

In fact, I'm heading out there right now.

Posted by: Roger Kaputnik May 19 2008, 08:40 AM

See you there! I will be the middle-aged (yes, I can admit it!) guy running the trails. Thanks for the info--I promise not to tell anyone!

Posted by: southsider2k7 May 21 2008, 09:36 AM

QUOTE(Teach @ May 17 2008, 12:37 PM) *

# 17 -- Moon Valley

Now that all of you have been on the edge of your collective seat for six days, I'll let you in on the Moon Valley secret.

Moon Valley is a "Nature Conservancy" located between the boundaries of:
- Lakeshore Drive to the north
- Karwick Road (Hacienda) to the east
- Highway 12 to the south
- and Beachwalk (the housing development at about stop 9) to the west.

A map of the area can be found at the site below. Zoom out once or twice and scroll to the right (east). The big blank spot with a small lake and pond is Moon Valley:
http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=beachwalk&near=Michigan+City,+IN&fb=1&cid=0,0,10382205731027586586&sa=X&oi=local_result&resnum=1&ct=image

It is a hidden treasure with several diverse ecosystems within its one hundred or so acres, including large dunes, a flat open prarie, two intradunal ponds/marshes, and a healthy deciduous forrest. It is a long thin strip of land (about a mile and half by a quarter of a mile), with a couple of good hiking trails that are perfect for a thirty minute run or hour-long hike, and it is very accessible. You can park and enter this little piece of wilderness through Beachwalk, from Lakeshore Drive, or from Hacienda (just across Karwick). From the top of one of the dunes, you can look down on a panaramic view that include Lake Michigan and all of our fair city (all the way out to the Valpo morain).

Moon Valley was selected as the site for two geo caches (a new sport using GPS systems to find hidden "treasures") by one of the popular websites because of its uniqueness and rugged beauty. Throughout the last two years, I have taken about 200 hikes in the area, and seen perhaps twenty other people. Without any real protection, the area is remarkably well preserved, although there are a few four wheelers who apparently use and abuse it: I've seen and heard them maybe three times in the last two years.

If you are looking for a quick, exciting hike within ten minutes driving distance of just about anywhere in MC, I highly recommend this Natural Preserve. In my opinion, it compares favorably to the local State and National Parks, and that comes from a person who visits them weekly as well. And, if you park on the east side of the preserve, you can count on a margarita or a beer and/or a black bean wet burrito awaiting you after some good excercise.

In fact, I'm heading out there right now.



Wow, you are right, I had no idea. That might be a walk with the kids kind of thing.

Posted by: Roger Kaputnik May 21 2008, 11:27 AM

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


Posted by: Teach May 21 2008, 08:21 PM

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.

Posted by: edgeywood May 22 2008, 02:07 PM

QUOTE(Teach @ May 21 2008, 09:21 PM) *


Please let me know if any of you try it.



Thanks, Teach!

We went Tuesday and parked at Hacienda. It was an excellent walk!

Posted by: Teach May 22 2008, 08:29 PM

QUOTE(edgeywood @ May 22 2008, 03:07 PM) *

Thanks, Teach!

We went Tuesday and parked at Hacienda. It was an excellent walk!


Great. Who is "we" (family?), and did you make it all the way to Beachwalk?

Posted by: edgeywood May 23 2008, 05:58 PM

QUOTE(Teach @ May 22 2008, 09:29 PM) *

Great. Who is "we" (family?), and did you make it all the way to Beachwalk?


Myself and my husband...yes, we walked all the way to Beachwalk. The ponds are full of tadpoles and the lupine is blooming!

Posted by: Teach May 24 2008, 12:46 PM

QUOTE(edgeywood @ May 23 2008, 06:58 PM) *

Myself and my husband...yes, we walked all the way to Beachwalk. The ponds are full of tadpoles and the lupine is blooming!


YES. Lupinus perennis L. is in bloom, but I have yet to see the famous endangered Lycaeides melissa samuelis (Karner Blue Butterfly) that depends on it for food.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lupin

http://plants.usda.gov/java/profile?symbol=LUPE3

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My daughter and I are going to check it out right now.

Posted by: Roger Kaputnik May 27 2008, 06:43 PM

Well, I finally got to The Valley! I parked by Al's and started the run there, continuing north on Karwick Rd. I looked for the trailhead across from the drive to Hacienda, but did not see it. I continued on Chastleton and found the path across from the other drive into Hacienda. I thought to myself that a pair of pruners would have come in handy, but since Moon Valley is a conserved area, it will be left as is. Went past the swamp, got to the sandy trails. I was surprised by how many trails there are.

I veered leftward, which I figure is the southern edge of the Valley. I did not see anyone until I got to Lake Kai next to Beachwalk. A couple plus a hound. I ran on the streets around Kai, returning to the sandy paths by the basketball court. I did not go up the dunes to the left. I returned essentially the way I came out, the total run lasting about 50 minutes.

I thought I would have sore ankles, but I actually felt pretty good. Thirsty. I think I got one chigger just south of my right knee. A little judicious scraping with a sharp knife has taken care of that. I did not meet up with a lot of wildlife, mainly squirrels. I saw a number of places I would put a deer stand. On the return trip, I closed my mouth quickly to avoid a flying insect; unfortunately, I inhaled with enough force to pull it into my nose. That was bad enough, but worse was being able to feel it on the nasal side of the soft palate! That one eventually got swallowed, along with another to keep it company. I was just about ready to find a spider to swallow.

Here is a hint about running in sand: Run tiptoe.

Posted by: Teach May 27 2008, 09:16 PM

QUOTE(Roger Kaputnik @ May 27 2008, 07:43 PM) *

Well, I finally got to The Valley! I parked by Al's and started the run there, continuing north on Karwick Rd. I looked for the trailhead across from the drive to Hacienda, but did not see it. I continued on Chastleton and found the path across from the other drive into Hacienda. I thought to myself that a pair of pruners would have come in handy, but since Moon Valley is a conserved area, it will be left as is. Went past the swamp, got to the sandy trails. I was surprised by how many trails there are.

I veered leftward, which I figure is the southern edge of the Valley. I did not see anyone until I got to Lake Kai next to Beachwalk. A couple plus a hound. I ran on the streets around Kai, returning to the sandy paths by the basketball court. I did not go up the dunes to the left. I returned essentially the way I came out, the total run lasting about 50 minutes.

I thought I would have sore ankles, but I actually felt pretty good. Thirsty. I think I got one chigger just south of my right knee. A little judicious scraping with a sharp knife has taken care of that. I did not meet up with a lot of wildlife, mainly squirrels. I saw a number of places I would put a deer stand. On the return trip, I closed my mouth quickly to avoid a flying insect; unfortunately, I inhaled with enough force to pull it into my nose. That was bad enough, but worse was being able to feel it on the nasal side of the soft palate! That one eventually got swallowed, along with another to keep it company. I was just about ready to find a spider to swallow.

Here is a hint about running in sand: Run tiptoe.


Thanks for sharing the "blow by blow." Sorry about the Chiggers: those are scary creatures. Just ask Pooh. Unfortunately, they will get worse before they get better this summer. Also, I strongly advise against either eating or inhaling both flying insects and spiders, especially while on the run. You might want to ask your family doctor about that.

You just have to run or hike up that dune sometime to enjoy the view of the month (not quite the "view of a lifetime," but getting there). And there are other paths with just as good or even better scenery. On one of those, my daughter and I encountered about five seperate bunches of blue lupin; and there is another, even more enchanting intradunal marsh to the south of the one you probably saw. That's where we saw the heron. Most of the wildlife is going to be smaller creatures -- squirrels, frogs, raccoons, a fox if you are truly lucky, a black bear or a moose if you are truly hallucinating -- and several species of birds and geese; but there are also a few deer in them there woods. Also, a veritable cornucopia of plant life.

I am really glad you had a chance to enjoy it, and I hope you give it a few more tries as the year winds on in order to appreciate the variety of wildlife juxtaposed against the changing seasons.

Posted by: Teach May 27 2008, 09:56 PM

#19 Vote

#20 Vote in a City by the lake poll

#20 Get involved in your neighborhood and your community

#21 Sing karaoke at one of the local watering holes

#22 Attend an event at the newly renovated Memorial Park

#23 Walk the beach from Washington Park to stop 40 and back again (or catch a ride on a sailboat for the return trip)

#24 Have a coffee, a paper, and a bakery good by the fireplace at the Al's on Karwick

#25 Eat on the deck behind Swingbelly's, and enjoy the view of Lake Michigan, the Harbor, and the Lighthouse (ignore NIPSCO)

Posted by: southsider2k7 May 28 2008, 07:23 AM

Nice additions to the list!

Posted by: Roger Kaputnik May 28 2008, 08:27 AM

26. Ride a bicycle on York St. (just the cobblestone part).

Posted by: Ang May 28 2008, 08:56 AM

27. Watch the drawbridge go up from Millenium Park, then watch the boat go through

Posted by: Dave May 29 2008, 02:20 AM

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#21 Sing karaoke at one of the local watering holes




This could only happen for me if:

1. I ingested enough gin to become a fire hazard
2. Everyone within earshot was issued earplugs for their own protection.

Posted by: ChickenCityRoller May 29 2008, 03:28 PM

Yeah, moon valley is cool. I grew up in Long Beach so that was my stomping grounds back in the day. Great trails for hiking and or cross country skiing. I know someone who had a chance to buy the entire forest for 10,000 back about 30 years ago. Ahhhh hindsight.

Posted by: Dan Jun 19 2008, 02:47 PM

Have a cheese dog and a root beer at Carlson's
Cruise the strip
See a play by the Footlight Players

Posted by: Roger Kaputnik Jun 20 2008, 09:37 AM

Sit out a BIG thunderstorm in the Library.

Posted by: southsider2k7 Jul 14 2008, 09:35 AM

28. Watch the 4th of July parade and the fireworks show.

Posted by: Marram Jul 19 2008, 09:27 PM

Finally got a couple shots of Moon Valley uploaded that I would like to share with you:

First, the hill that I took the shots from. Actually, the tree on the top of the hill from which I took the shots. See the tree on the tip-top?

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The north view from the top:

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My favorite view, the west view. What all can you identify?

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Northwest (lighthouse) view:

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South view: even though the day was a bit hazy you can still see the -- Grain Elevator on 12, Michigan Blvd Water Tower, roof of the Marquette Mall -- just a little to the right and further back as a barely visible white line--, and the Valparaiso moraine.

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Southeast view: you can see a bit more of the "Prarie becoming Oak Savannah," the path through it, and hidden farther to the left are the marshes, woodlands, more dunes, and, finally, Karwick and Hacienda.

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Isn't it interesting how the city looks like a big forrest surrounding a few isolated buildings when you see it from this kind of angle? I'll post a few of the marshes after I take a couple.

Posted by: ChickenCityRoller Jul 20 2008, 07:24 AM

Nice pictures! Did you climb the tree? I'll take the view of Lake Michigan over the beachwalk homes and the casino anyday. I think the structure on 12 is an old coal tower. Thanks for sharing.

Posted by: Ang Jul 20 2008, 09:50 AM

Beautiful Pics Marram! Thanks for making me homesick all over again! laugh.gif

Actually, I got up this morning and went outside to drink a cup of coffee and enjoy the early morning. I swear I could smell the lake! The air smelled so much like home that I began to ache for my love, Michigan City. Then I come inside and see these beautiful pictures....

Posted by: Marram Jul 20 2008, 11:50 AM

Thanks for the nice comments.
Don't tell anyone, but, yes, tree climbing is a hobby/sport/excercise for me. You are probably right about the coal elevetator -- that rings a bell. And, don't get me wrong, I love the view of the Lake, but the view of Beach Walk and the rest of the city behind it is just a little more "Michigan City."

Posted by: ChickenCityRoller Jul 20 2008, 04:25 PM

Not to give you any ideas Marram but the Long Beach water tower is a nice climb!

Posted by: Marram Jul 21 2008, 06:04 AM

QUOTE(ChickenCityRoller @ Jul 20 2008, 05:25 PM) *

Not to give you any ideas Marram but the Long Beach water tower is a nice climb!


From your lips to...
the custody of the LB Police Force.

Posted by: Ang Jul 21 2008, 11:08 AM

QUOTE(Marram @ Jul 21 2008, 06:04 AM) *

From your lips to...
the custody of the LB Police Force.


laugh.gif That is so funny! laugh.gif

Posted by: Tim Jul 22 2008, 01:53 AM

QUOTE(Marram @ Jul 19 2008, 10:27 PM) *

Finally got a couple shots of Moon Valley uploaded that I would like to share with you:


Those are some beautiful pictures! Where the heck is Moon Valley? I can't belive I spent my first 29 years in MC and have NO idea what Moon Valley is.

Posted by: Marram Jul 22 2008, 10:05 AM

QUOTE(Tim @ Jul 22 2008, 02:53 AM) *

Those are some beautiful pictures! Where the heck is Moon Valley? I can't belive I spent my first 29 years in MC and have NO idea what Moon Valley is.


Between Lakeshore Drive, Karwick, HWY 12, and Beach Walk. It's been there since... uhhhh... the lake retreated to its current level some 5,000 years ago. You can access it via Mullen School and Beach Walk, Lakeshore Drive and Beach Walk, or Hacienda across Karwick (there is a sign that says welcome to the Long Beach Nature Preserve. Check it out. You can also find more info earlier in this thread.

Posted by: eric.hanke Nov 7 2008, 04:02 PM

QUOTE(Dan @ Jun 19 2008, 03:47 PM) *

Have a cheese dog and a root beer at Carlson's
Cruise the strip
See a play by the Footlight Players


Eat at Sahara, Galveston, The Star, or another local (not chain) restaurant.

Take a blanket and bottle of wine to the beach and watch the sunset.

Posted by: IndyTransplant Jan 10 2009, 11:09 AM

Visit Blue Chip casino. (Convention hotel opening January 2009 & more restaurants opening Spring 2009). Even if you are not an occasional gambler, Rocks (bar) offers quality local entertainment (especially on weekends) and the steakhouse and deli are additional eating out options.
According to local sources, Blue Chip contributes greatly to our city funds, so that probably helps the other great things to do in Michigan City also.

As a new resident I have not tried all of the ones already listed here, but heartily concur that the Christmas Light show at Washington Park is a Must. I emailed pictures of it this year to our friends in Indy.

Posted by: Roger Kaputnik Jan 12 2009, 03:49 PM

QUOTE(eric.hanke @ Nov 7 2008, 04:02 PM) *


Eat at Sahara, Galveston, The Star, or another local (not chain) restaurant.

Take a blanket and bottle of wine to the beach and watch the sunset.


Since glass is not allowed on the beach, may I suggest one of the Australian wines in what they call a cask, what we call a box?

Definitely second your motion to eat at local joints.

Posted by: Ang Aug 28 2009, 08:28 AM

Since we've got a lot more new members, I thought I would bump up this thread to remind everyone of all the great things in MC one can do for a good time.

Don't be afraid to add if you know of something that's not on the list.
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Posted by: TSNSPYDER Jun 25 2011, 07:14 PM

This isn't in MC, but close by. I was reading USAToday online, and found an interested blurb about a hiking spot close by. http://travel.usatoday.com/destinations/great-american-outdoors/51-great-places-to-hike/48780180/1

Posted by: southsiderMMX Dec 2 2011, 07:28 AM

The Festival of Lights!

Posted by: Danette Dec 20 2011, 09:34 PM

#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.


This is something on my to do list, a lot of great things to do on the list smile.gif

Posted by: southsiderMMX Dec 21 2011, 03:42 PM

QUOTE(Danette @ Dec 20 2011, 09:34 PM) *

#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.
This is something on my to do list, a lot of great things to do on the list smile.gif


Welcome to the site!

Posted by: Ang Apr 28 2012, 10:46 AM

Go to the LP County fair and see Ted Nugent!

Posted by: Andrea Jan 3 2013, 05:21 PM

A Friday night fish fry at one of the clubs & then, after a fun day at the beach on Saturday, a nice pizza at Albano's!! cool.gif A trip to church on Sunday, at one of the many historic old churches we still have in Our Fair City, and then a hot dog & "burp beer" at Carlson's Root Beer Stand afterward.

Then start diet on Monday.... rolleyes.gif

Posted by: Ang Mar 26 2013, 11:57 AM

I've updated the events calendar for April. Lots and Lots of fun things going on around LaPorte County!! Check it out, there is something for everyone.

Posted by: Southsider2k12 Apr 17 2013, 02:45 PM

I have to add the Easter Egg hunt at Washington Park. What a great event.

Posted by: Ang May 13 2013, 03:39 PM

I've updated the event calendar to the end of the month. Sorry, I've been a little lacking on that....
Promise to try to do better.
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Posted by: Ang May 30 2013, 11:59 AM

I've updated the June calendar.....you can definitely tell summer is upon us!

Please check it out. There is much to do this summer, and some of the events have pre-registration deadlines to attend.

Posted by: Ang Jun 18 2013, 03:09 PM

I've started working on the July calendar....
Please check it out. All Parade and fireworks dates that I have are entered.
Can someone tell me when other fireworks events will be going on around here? If you know....
Like Long Beach and other small communities.

(Does Beverly Shores do fireworks?)

Posted by: Ang Jul 19 2013, 10:08 AM

Calendar is updated to the end of the month....
Lots of fun things going on, be sure to check it out!

Posted by: Southsider2k12 Jul 19 2013, 10:10 AM

VFW Summerfest is this Saturday from noon to 8 at the post. Good music, good beer, great food, and an even better cause!

Posted by: Ang Jul 19 2013, 10:13 AM

Hey! I forgot to add that! Thanks for the reminder.
I'll be there.....

Posted by: Ang Aug 13 2013, 11:34 AM

Calendar updated to the end of the month.

Also, I just want to add that I do not always know about everything that's going on. Not everything gets added to the calendar, so if you know of an event please PM me with the information and I will be happy to add it.

An example is the Patch Picnic...I did not put it on the calendar because I did not know about it until late Friday afternoon when I was driving down the Blvd and saw the sign. I did not have time to get it on the calendar before the event.

So, please please please.....if you know of something you think might interest our members, please PM me the info so I can put it on the calendar.

Thanks!
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Posted by: Southsider2k12 Aug 13 2013, 11:51 AM

If you would like the football schedule is out for MC.

Aug. 23 Gary Roosevelt 7:00 pm
Aug. 30 South Bend Washington 7:00 pm
Sep. 6 Chesterton‡ 7:00 pm
Sep. 13 at Valparaiso‡ 7:00 pm
Sep. 20 Merrillville‡ 7:00 pm
Sep. 27 at Lake Central‡ 7:00 pm
Oct. 4 Portage‡ 7:00 pm
Oct. 11 at LaPorte‡ 7:00 pm
Oct. 18 at Crown Point‡ 7:00 pm

Posted by: Ang Aug 14 2013, 08:33 AM

Got it! I even put directions to away games....

I also got a complete fall sports schedule and will post all athletic events as I have time.....

Posted by: Ang Sep 6 2013, 11:54 AM

September calendar is updated...
Please be sure to check it out. Lots of fun things this month, but some require pre-registration. I tried to include the links where applicable.

Posted by: taxthedeer Jul 24 2015, 10:32 PM

Rode over to South Bend this afternoon. Took a guided tour of Notre Dame Joyce Center and Football stadium. Got to go into the Fighting Irish locker rooms, walk through the tunnel and touch the "Play Like A Champion Today Sign and go out on the field and stand in the north end zone. Also went over to "The Gug" to check out all the Heisman Trophy's. Went and lighted a candle at the Holy Grotto when the tour was over.

The head tour guide was an encyclopedia of knowledge of Notre Dame Athletics. Was informed that coach Frank Leahy resided in Long Beach. Did a little research and found out that house had a fire back at Thanksgiving.

Now eating some rib tibs and fries from Frankie's BBQ in South Bend at this time.

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