Crazy Legs Race Series and FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes are joining together to clean the beach this summer. Please join them if you can! There will be some buckets to borrow but if you can bring a 5-gallon bucket and work gloves that would be great!! Help keep our beautiful park healthy by lending a hand. Look for the FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes table just east of the Beach Pavilion!

For more information, check out FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes OR Crazy Legs Race Series FaceBook Events Pages.

This wonderful partnership is one of the many ways Friends of Indiana Dunes partner and work with our communities and other eco-friendly groups to enhance visitor enjoyment of the Indiana Dunes.

Take a self-guided hike into Indiana’s only quaking bog. Rangers and volunteers stationed along the trail will help you understand this unique place filled with carnivorous plants and orchids.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

**10:00 a.m. – J.D. MARSHALL SHIPWRECK HISTORY HIKE Come along for a 1.5-mile flat walk to the beach and back describing one of Lake Michigan’s shipwreck stories that is now an underwater Nature Preserve within our state park.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes happily provided additional support for the remodeling of the JD Marshall Exhibit within the Nature Center.

Join a ranger for a guided 90-minute boat tour aboard the Emita II on Lake Michigan with Harbor Country Adventures. There is a fee and reservations are required. Go to https://www.harborcountryadventures.com/ for more information.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

All Indiana Dunes National Park Beach Locations!

Find rangers throughout National Park beach areas talking to visitors about being national park smart and water safety. Ask for a Junior Ranger activity sheet and earn a Junior Ranger sticker. Our beach rangers will help visitors have a more meaningful experience while promoting national park stewardship and safety.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Rangers and volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials needed for this program are made available by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

Join a ranger for a guided 90-minute boat tour aboard the Emita II on Lake Michigan with Harbor Country Adventures. There is a fee and reservations are required. Go to https://www.harborcountryadventures.com/ for more information.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Leap on over to the Nature Center auditorium to learn the identification and adaptations of our local amphibians.\

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

Hop, slither, or turtle trot on over to the Nature Center’s Auditorium to see our resident reptiles and amphibians eat their live meals!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

Strap on your hiking shoes at the Nature Center and join the Naturalist to not only see beautiful views, but to learn more about both the natural and cultural history of the Indiana Dunes State Park as you explore one of our tallest Dunes.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

There are several species of frogs that call the dunes home. Hop on over to the Nature Center to learn all about what habitats they live in and the adaptations they have that make them unique!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

Turtles have so many adaptations for surviving in their habitats. Come to the Nature Center’s auditorium to meet our ambassador turtles. You will even learn which turtles from this area are endangered!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

Come and learn all about these amazing creatures and learn about their lifecycle, feeding habits, and adaptations in the Nature Center’s Auditorium. We will take a short walk to search for some in the wild!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

All Indiana Dunes National Park Beach Locations!

Find rangers throughout National Park beach areas talking to visitors about being national park smart and water safety. Ask for a Junior Ranger activity sheet and earn a Junior Ranger sticker. Our beach rangers will help visitors have a more meaningful experience while promoting national park stewardship and safety.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Join a ranger for a guided 90-minute boat tour aboard the Emita II on Lake Michigan with Harbor Country Adventures. There is a fee and reservations are required. Go to https://www.harborcountryadventures.com/ for more information.

REPEATED: 2:00PM - 3:30PM

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Be on the lookout around the Nature Center for our park’s Resource Management Technicians. They have an interesting job in the park and are excited to share with you what they have been working on and why our natural resources are so important! Play one of their games for a small prize!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

Join a ranger for a hike on one of the parks most popular trails and learn about the exciting process that the dunes go through to grow their extraordinary forests. The trail goes up 270 stairs and from the top showcases a majestic view of the dunes and lake Michigan.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Meet the naturalist at the Nature Center to begin an easy 1.5-mile history walk all about the Revolutionary War battle at the Dunes.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

Join a ranger for a guided 90-minute boat tour aboard the Emita II on Lake Michigan with Harbor Country Adventures. There is a fee and reservations are required. Go to https://www.harborcountryadventures.com/ for more information.

REPEATED: 2:00PM - 3:30PM

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history. After the open house (4:00pm - 4:30pm), feel free to help the volunteers feed the resident farm animals.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials (including animal care) needed for these programs are made available by FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes.

All Indiana Dunes National Park Beach Locations!

Find rangers throughout National Park beach areas talking to visitors about being national park smart and water safety. Ask for a Junior Ranger activity sheet and earn a Junior Ranger sticker. Our beach rangers will help visitors have a more meaningful experience while promoting national park stewardship and safety.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Frog or Toad? This will be a RIBBITing program that you never FROGet! Hop on over to the Nature Center to learn the differences of these amazing amphibians.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

Hike to the summit of Mount Baldy on a self-guided tour, with rangers and volunteers sharing insights along the way. Call 219-395-1882 or check social media for possible summer cancellations due to construction.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Join Michiana Astronomical Society and fellow astronomy lovers to enjoy our night sky from one of the darkest spots in Indiana Dunes National Park. Telescopes will be provided for your viewing pleasure. Please plan to arrive early to ensure parking and the safety of other visitors.

For more information contact Indiana Dunes National Park at www.nps.gov/indu or call (219) 395-1882

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supplied a telescope to the Indiana Dunes National Park for their stargazing programs.

Take a self-guided hike into Indiana’s only quaking bog. Rangers and volunteers stationed along the trail will help you understand this unique place filled with carnivorous plants and orchids.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Join the naturalist at the Nature Center for a short hike to look for the unique lions that lives in our sand.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

Take a self-guided hike into Indiana’s only quaking bog. Rangers and volunteers stationed along the trail will help you understand this unique place filled with carnivorous plants and orchids.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Join a ranger for a guided 90-minute boat tour aboard the Emita II on Lake Michigan with Harbor Country Adventures. There is a fee and reservations are required. Go to https://www.harborcountryadventures.com/ for more information.

REPEATED: 2:00PM - 3:30PM

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

All Indiana Dunes National Park Beach Locations!

Find rangers throughout National Park beach areas talking to visitors about being national park smart and water safety. Ask for a Junior Ranger activity sheet and earn a Junior Ranger sticker. Our beach rangers will help visitors have a more meaningful experience while promoting national park stewardship and safety.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials needed for these programs are made available by FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes.

Learn a new SPIN on some of our Indiana Dunes 8-legged wonders of nature. You will see some of these fascinating arachnids up-close.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

Unwind with the Save the Tunes Council at the Chellberg Farmhouse for a relaxing evening of folk music and fun. The performance will take place outside on the lawn. Bring a blanket or folding chair.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many performances by Save the Tunes Council are supported by Friends of Indiana Dunes

Fly to the Naturalist at the Nature Center’s Bird Window to help fill the feeders and play this fun game where you identify your way to a B-I-N-G-O!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supply all bird feed and seed, feeders, guidebooks, the water feature and the audio amplification associated with the wildlife observation room.

Strap on your hiking shoes at the Nature Center and join the Naturalist to not only see beautiful views, but to learn more about both the natural and cultural history of the Indiana Dunes State Park as you explore one of our tallest Dunes.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

There are several species of frogs that call the dunes home. Hop on over to the Nature Center to learn all about what habitats they live in and the adaptations they have that make them unique!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

Turtles have so many adaptations for surviving in their habitats. Come to the Nature Center’s auditorium to meet our ambassador turtles. You will even learn which turtles from this area are endangered!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

Come and learn all about these amazing creatures and learn about their lifecycle, feeding habits, and adaptations in the Nature Center’s Auditorium. We will take a short walk to search for some in the wild!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

Join a ranger for a guided 90-minute boat tour aboard the Emita II on Lake Michigan with Harbor Country Adventures. There is a fee and reservations are required. Go to https://www.harborcountryadventures.com/ for more information.

REPEATED: 2:00PM - 3:30PM

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

All Indiana Dunes National Park Beach Locations!

Find rangers throughout National Park beach areas talking to visitors about being national park smart and water safety. Ask for a Junior Ranger activity sheet and earn a Junior Ranger sticker. Our beach rangers will help visitors have a more meaningful experience while promoting national park stewardship and safety.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Be on the lookout around the Nature Center for our park’s Resource Management Technicians. They have an interesting job in the park and are excited to share with you what they have been working on and why our natural resources are so important! Play one of their games for a small prize!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

Join a ranger for a hike on one of the parks most popular trails and learn about the exciting process that the dunes go through to grow their extraordinary forests. The trail goes up 270 stairs and from the top showcases a majestic view of the dunes and lake Michigan.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Watch the sand come alive at this year’s 28th anniversary event!  The theme is “Happy Birthday Indiana Dunes State Park!.” That's right, we are 100 years old in 2025!

Registration table opens on the west side of the Beach Pavilion by 9:00 a.m., but groups may begin as early as 7:00 a.m.  Judging starts after noon with awards at 1:00 p.m. Whether building or not, come vote for your favorite in the “People’s Choice Award” between Noon and 1:00 p.m.  Park volunteers will be judging sculptures for the funniest, most creative, and most thematic awards. Registration is not required for this program.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly sponsor and supply the prizes awarded for this annual family friendly event.

Join a ranger for a guided 90-minute boat tour aboard the Emita II on Lake Michigan with Harbor Country Adventures. There is a fee and reservations are required. Go to https://www.harborcountryadventures.com/ for more information.

REPEATED: 2:00PM - 3:30PM

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

All Indiana Dunes National Park Beach Locations!

Find rangers throughout National Park beach areas talking to visitors about being national park smart and water safety. Ask for a Junior Ranger activity sheet and earn a Junior Ranger sticker. Our beach rangers will help visitors have a more meaningful experience while promoting national park stewardship and safety.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history. After the open house (4:00pm - 4:30pm), feel free to help the volunteers feed the resident farm animals.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials (including animal care) needed for these programs are made available by FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes.

Stop by the Nature Center’s front desk and pick-up directions for this fun game for all ages. Complete the hunt for a sticker!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

Hike to the summit of Mount Baldy on a self-guided tour, with rangers and volunteers sharing insights along the way. Call 219-395-1882 or check social media for possible summer cancellations due to construction.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Start your morning off with a breakfast snack while watching the birds eat their breakfast too! The naturalist will help identify the backyard birds that visit the feeders.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supply all bird feed and seed, feeders, guidebooks, the water feature and the audio amplification associated with the wildlife observation room.

Take a self-guided hike into Indiana’s only quaking bog. Rangers and volunteers stationed along the trail will help you understand this unique place filled with carnivorous plants and orchids.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Take a self-guided hike into Indiana’s only quaking bog. Rangers and volunteers stationed along the trail will help you understand this unique place filled with carnivorous plants and orchids.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

All Indiana Dunes National Park Beach Locations!

Find rangers throughout National Park beach areas talking to visitors about being national park smart and water safety. Ask for a Junior Ranger activity sheet and earn a Junior Ranger sticker. Our beach rangers will help visitors have a more meaningful experience while promoting national park stewardship and safety.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Join a ranger for a guided 90-minute boat tour aboard the Emita II on Lake Michigan with Harbor Country Adventures. There is a fee and reservations are required. Go to https://www.harborcountryadventures.com/ for more information.

REPEATED: 2:00PM - 3:30PM

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

It will be Naturalist’s choice! Learn about the state park’s shipwreck on a 1.5 mile flat hike OR a chat in the auditorium. Meet at the Nature Center for details.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes happily provided additional support for the remodeling of the JD Marshall Exhibit within the Nature Center.

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials needed for these programs are made available by FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes.

Fly to the Naturalist at the Nature Center’s Bird Window to help fill the feeders and play this fun game where you identify your way to a B-I-N-G-O!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supply all bird feed and seed, feeders, guidebooks, the water feature and the audio amplification associated with the wildlife observation room.

Strap on your hiking shoes at the Nature Center and join the Naturalist to not only see beautiful views, but to learn more about both the natural and cultural history of the Indiana Dunes State Park as you explore one of our tallest Dunes.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

There are several species of frogs that call the dunes home. Hop on over to the Nature Center to learn all about what habitats they live in and the adaptations they have that make them unique!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

Turtles have so many adaptations for surviving in their habitats. Come to the Nature Center’s auditorium to meet our ambassador turtles. You will even learn which turtles from this area are endangered!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

Come and learn all about these amazing creatures and learn about their lifecycle, feeding habits, and adaptations in the Nature Center’s Auditorium. We will take a short walk to search for some in the wild!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

Join a ranger for a guided 90-minute boat tour aboard the Emita II on Lake Michigan with Harbor Country Adventures. There is a fee and reservations are required. Go to https://www.harborcountryadventures.com/ for more information.

REPEATED: 2:00PM - 3:30PM

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

All Indiana Dunes National Park Beach Locations!

Find rangers throughout National Park beach areas talking to visitors about being national park smart and water safety. Ask for a Junior Ranger activity sheet and earn a Junior Ranger sticker. Our beach rangers will help visitors have a more meaningful experience while promoting national park stewardship and safety.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Be on the lookout around the Nature Center for our park’s Resource Management Technicians. They have an interesting job in the park and are excited to share with you what they have been working on and why our natural resources are so important! Play one of their games for a small prize!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

Join a ranger for a hike on one of the parks most popular trails and learn about the exciting process that the dunes go through to grow their extraordinary forests. The trail goes up 270 stairs and from the top showcases a majestic view of the dunes and lake Michigan.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of music and melody with The Save the Tunes Council, a dedicated collective of local musicians, passionate about keeping folk songs alive with an array of traditional instruments. Don’t miss this chance to experience the rich sounds and stories of our musical heritage! Meet at Indiana Dunes National Park Visitor Center.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many performances by Save the Tunes Council are supported by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

Join the Midwest Rail Rangers on the South Shore Line and learn about the sights outside the window, including the south side of Chicago, the historic steel-making area of Northwest Indiana, and the Indiana Dunes National Park.

East Bound, Train # 503: Millennium Station, Chicago to South Bend Station (8:30 am–11:38 am)

West Bound, train # 506: South Bend Station to Millennium Station, Chicago (1:14 pm–2:27 pm)

The program is provided at no additional cost to passengers, however those riding must purchase a valid train ticket. Passengers can hop on, or off, at various locations along the route. Train schedules may change, check mysouthshoreline.com for updates.

For more information visit railrangers.org and select "Upcoming Programs."

Work with a ranger and fellow volunteers to help care for the park’s historic farm. Dress comfortably and get ready to roll up your sleeves - work gloves and equipment will be provided. Meet at Bailly Homestead/Chellberg Farm parking lot.

For more information, please call: (219) 221-7098 or go to indu_volunteer@nps.gov.

Many of the supplies and materials needed for this volunteer opportunity are made available by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

Join the naturalists for a 1-mile walk to study the seasons and how things change. We’ll look for birds, mammals, plants, and more.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

Join a ranger for a guided 90-minute boat tour aboard the Emita II on Lake Michigan with Harbor Country Adventures. There is a fee and reservations are required. Go to https://www.harborcountryadventures.com/ for more information.

REPEATED: 2:00PM - 3:30PM

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Meet the Wildland Firefighters that protect Indiana Dunes National Park and other special places around the Great Lakes. See the differences between Good Fire and Bad Fire, try out wildland firefighter gear, test your fitness and learn how to be part of our National Park Service Wildland Firefighting Team, Meet at West Beach Visitor Contact Station.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history. After the open house (4:00pm - 4:30pm), feel free to help the volunteers feed the resident farm animals.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials (including animal care) needed for these programs are made available by FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes.

In the Nature Center auditorium, we’ll take a little time to make our own nature journal. Then we’ll take a short walk until we find just the right spot to relax and make a journal entry!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supply the materials needed for this family friendly craft.

Hike to the summit of Mount Baldy on a self-guided tour, with rangers and volunteers sharing insights along the way. Call 219-395-1882 or check social media for possible summer cancellations due to construction.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Take a self-guided hike into Indiana’s only quaking bog. Rangers and volunteers stationed along the trail will help you understand this unique place filled with carnivorous plants and orchids.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Did you know that Indiana Dunes State Park has 3 Nature Preserves?! Join a Naturalist at the Beach Overflow Lot (next to the Main Gate) to explore one of them. Along the route, you can get an up-close picture of our beautiful Old Stone Gates!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

Take a self-guided hike into Indiana’s only quaking bog. Rangers and volunteers stationed along the trail will help you understand this unique place filled with carnivorous plants and orchids.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

All Indiana Dunes National Park Beach Locations!

Find rangers throughout National Park beach areas talking to visitors about being national park smart and water safety. Ask for a Junior Ranger activity sheet and earn a Junior Ranger sticker. Our beach rangers will help visitors have a more meaningful experience while promoting national park stewardship and safety.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Join a ranger for a guided 90-minute boat tour aboard the Emita II on Lake Michigan with Harbor Country Adventures. There is a fee and reservations are required. Go to https://www.harborcountryadventures.com/ for more information.

REPEATED: 2:00PM - 3:30PM

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials needed for these programs are made available by FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes.

From the Nature Center, we will hike over to one of the state park’s largest beaver dams. Come and learn all about nature’s engineers!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

Unwind with the Save the Tunes Council at the Chellberg Farmhouse for a relaxing evening of folk music and fun. The performance will take place outside on the lawn. Bring a blanket or folding chair.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many performances by Save the Tunes Council are supported by Friends of Indiana Dunes

Fly to the Naturalist at the Nature Center’s Bird Window to help fill the feeders and play this fun game where you identify your way to a B-I-N-G-O!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supply all bird feed and seed, feeders, guidebooks, the water feature and the audio amplification associated with the wildlife observation room.

Strap on your hiking shoes at the Nature Center and join the Naturalist to not only see beautiful views, but to learn more about both the natural and cultural history of the Indiana Dunes State Park as you explore one of our tallest Dunes.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

Hike to the summit of Mount Baldy on a self-guided tour, with rangers and volunteers sharing insights along the way. Call 219-395-1882 or check social media for possible summer cancellations due to construction.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

There are several species of frogs that call the dunes home. Hop on over to the Nature Center to learn all about what habitats they live in and the adaptations they have that make them unique!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

Turtles have so many adaptations for surviving in their habitats. Come to the Nature Center’s auditorium to meet our ambassador turtles. You will even learn which turtles from this area are endangered!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

Come and learn all about these amazing creatures and learn about their lifecycle, feeding habits, and adaptations in the Nature Center’s Auditorium. We will take a short walk to search for some in the wild!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

All Indiana Dunes National Park Beach Locations!

Find rangers throughout National Park beach areas talking to visitors about being national park smart and water safety. Ask for a Junior Ranger activity sheet and earn a Junior Ranger sticker. Our beach rangers will help visitors have a more meaningful experience while promoting national park stewardship and safety.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Join a ranger for a guided 90-minute boat tour aboard the Emita II on Lake Michigan with Harbor Country Adventures. There is a fee and reservations are required. Go to https://www.harborcountryadventures.com/ for more information.

REPEATED: 2:00PM - 3:30PM

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Be on the lookout around the Nature Center for our park’s Resource Management Technicians. They have an interesting job in the park and are excited to share with you what they have been working on and why our natural resources are so important! Play one of their games for a small prize!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

Join a ranger for a hike on one of the parks most popular trails and learn about the exciting process that the dunes go through to grow their extraordinary forests. The trail goes up 270 stairs and from the top showcases a majestic view of the dunes and lake Michigan.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

A stroll through the forest on a warm summer evening! Discover how certain animals have evolved to thrive in darkness, moving and hunting effortlessly! We will engage all our senses as we navigate the path, and we will challenge a few of our senses to see how we measure up against nocturnal creatures. This event begins at the Nature Center. No flashlights please; this is an authentic night hike!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

It’s a brand-new challenge here at Indiana Dunes State Park! In honor of our 100th birthday, we are offering a history hike challenge. You can earn a sticker for taking a photo of each location in the park that has great historical significance. A naturalist will guide you to some of these locations on today’s walk. For more details about the Centennial Challenge, ask at the Nature Center desk.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

Join a ranger for a guided 90-minute boat tour aboard the Emita II on Lake Michigan with Harbor Country Adventures. There is a fee and reservations are required. Go to https://www.harborcountryadventures.com/ for more information.

REPEATED: 2:00PM - 3:30PM

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

All Indiana Dunes National Park Beach Locations!

Find rangers throughout National Park beach areas talking to visitors about being national park smart and water safety. Ask for a Junior Ranger activity sheet and earn a Junior Ranger sticker. Our beach rangers will help visitors have a more meaningful experience while promoting national park stewardship and safety.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history. After the open house (4:00pm - 4:30pm), feel free to help the volunteers feed the resident farm animals.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials (including animal care) needed for these programs are made available by FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes.

Slither over to the Nature Center to see our ambassador snakes up-close and learn all about the Indiana Dunes’ native snakes.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

Hike to the summit of Mount Baldy on a self-guided tour, with rangers and volunteers sharing insights along the way. Call 219-395-1882 or check social media for possible summer cancellations due to construction.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Four times every summer, on the last Sunday of May - August, FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes partner with our friends Crazy Legs Race Series from (8:00am – 10:00am) for a Beach Clean-up at the Indiana Dunes State Park. This weekend marks our 3rd one for this summer season.

We welcome all groups, families, and individuals to join us. Drinking Water and limited Gloves and Trash Buckets will be provided. Look for us at the FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes canopy located east of the Pavilion. Beach cleaners will head east towards Michigan City for one hour then return.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS: our 4th and last one for the 2025 season is Sunday - August 31 from 8:00am - 10:00am.

This wonderful partnership is one of the many ways FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes partner and work with our communities and other eco-friendly groups to enhance visitor enjoyment of the Indiana Dunes.

Take a self-guided hike into Indiana’s only quaking bog. Rangers and volunteers stationed along the trail will help you understand this unique place filled with carnivorous plants and orchids.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Awaken your tastebuds and join the naturalist for an easy 1-hour walk exploring delicious dune delicacies of the season found just below your feet. This program starts at the Nature Center.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supply the materials needed for this family friendly activity.

Take a self-guided hike into Indiana’s only quaking bog. Rangers and volunteers stationed along the trail will help you understand this unique place filled with carnivorous plants and orchids.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

All Indiana Dunes National Park Beach Locations!

Find rangers throughout National Park beach areas talking to visitors about being national park smart and water safety. Ask for a Junior Ranger activity sheet and earn a Junior Ranger sticker. Our beach rangers will help visitors have a more meaningful experience while promoting national park stewardship and safety.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Join a ranger for a guided 90-minute boat tour aboard the Emita II on Lake Michigan with Harbor Country Adventures. There is a fee and reservations are required. Go to https://www.harborcountryadventures.com/ for more information.

REPEATED: 2:00PM - 3:30PM

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials needed for these programs are made available by FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes.

Walk with a naturalist from the Nature Center to see up-close the small plants and animals that call our park’s wetlands home. This is a short walk across our marsh to Dunes Creek. We will be dipping for the small plants and animals in these important habitats. Wear shoes you don’t mind getting wet in this fun exploratory program.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supply the materials needed for this family friendly activity.

Fly to the Naturalist at the Nature Center’s Bird Window to help fill the feeders and play this fun game where you identify your way to a B-I-N-G-O!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supply all bird feed and seed, feeders, guidebooks, the water feature and the audio amplification associated with the wildlife observation room.

Strap on your hiking shoes at the Nature Center and join the Naturalist to not only see beautiful views, but to learn more about both the natural and cultural history of the Indiana Dunes State Park as you explore one of our tallest Dunes.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

There are several species of frogs that call the dunes home. Hop on over to the Nature Center to learn all about what habitats they live in and the adaptations they have that make them unique!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

Turtles have so many adaptations for surviving in their habitats. Come to the Nature Center’s auditorium to meet our ambassador turtles. You will even learn which turtles from this area are endangered!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

Today is a “Fee Free” Day in Americas National Parks. Celebrate Great American Outdoors Day at the Indiana Dunes National Park.

This “fee free” day does NOT apply to the Indiana Dunes State Park.

Work with a ranger and fellow volunteers to help care for the park’s historic farm. Dress comfortably and get ready to roll up your sleeves - work gloves and equipment will be provided. Meet at Bailly Homestead/Chellberg Farm parking lot.

For more information, please call: (219) 221-7098 or go to indu_volunteer@nps.gov.

Many of the supplies and materials need for this volunteer opportunity are made available by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

Four times every summer, on the last Sunday of May - August, FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes partner with our friends Crazy Legs Race Series from (8:00am – 10:00am) for a Beach Clean-up at the Indiana Dunes State Park. This weekend marks our 4th and last one for this summer season.

We welcome all groups, families, and individuals to join us. Drinking Water and limited Gloves and Trash Buckets will be provided. Look for us at the FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes canopy located east of the Pavilion. Beach cleaners will head east towards Michigan City for one hour then return.

This wonderful partnership is one of the many ways FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes partner and work with our communities and other eco-friendly groups to enhance visitor enjoyment of the Indiana Dunes.

Work with a ranger and fellow volunteers to help care for the park’s historic farm. Dress comfortably and get ready to roll up your sleeves - work gloves and equipment will be provided. Meet at Bailly Homestead/Chellberg Farm parking lot.

For more information, please call: (219) 221-7098 or go to indu_volunteer@nps.gov.

Many of the supplies and materials need for this volunteer opportunity are made available by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

Today is a “Fee Free” Day in Americas National Parks. Celebrate National Public Lands Day at the Indiana Dunes National Park.

This “fee free” day does NOT apply to the Indiana Dunes State Park.

Enjoy the beautiful full moon and night sky on this special event hike from the Nature Center to Lake Michigan and back.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supply most of the dark sky safety equipment used during Full Moon and other Night Hikes.

Work with a ranger and fellow volunteers to help care for the park’s historic farm. Dress comfortably and get ready to roll up your sleeves - work gloves and equipment will be provided. Meet at Bailly Homestead/Chellberg Farm parking lot.

For more information, please call: (219) 221-7098 or go to indu_volunteer@nps.gov.

Many of the supplies and materials need for this volunteer opportunity are made available by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

Today is a “Fee Free” in Americas National Parks. On this Veterans Day. Celebrate our Veterans at the Indiana Dunes National Park.

This “fee free” day does NOT apply to the Indiana Dunes State Park.

Work with a ranger and fellow volunteers to help care for the park’s historic farm. Dress comfortably and get ready to roll up your sleeves - work gloves and equipment will be provided. Meet at Bailly Homestead/Chellberg Farm parking lot.

For more information, please call: (219) 221-7098 or go to indu_volunteer@nps.gov.

Many of the supplies and materials need for this volunteer opportunity are made available by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

Enjoy the beautiful full moon and night sky on this special event hike from the Nature Center to Lake Michigan and back.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supply most of the dark sky safety equipment used during Full Moon and other Night Hikes.

Work with a ranger and fellow volunteers to help care for the park’s historic farm. Dress comfortably and get ready to roll up your sleeves - work gloves and equipment will be provided. Meet at Bailly Homestead/Chellberg Farm parking lot.

For more information, please call: (219) 221-7098 or go to indu_volunteer@nps.gov.

Many of the supplies and materials need for this volunteer opportunity are made available by Friends of Indiana Dunes.