Porter County Parks & Recreation

Campers learn about nature, art, film and more! There was a lot going on at Sunset Hill Farm during the past two months. That's because each week, more than 60 kids were at the park to learn, laugh, make friends and enjoy nature at Camp FUNset! Our...

Students learn to appreciate nature and parks We are hard at work preparing for the school year and the many field trips that will begin at the end of this month. Teachers are encouraged to schedule field trips to Sunset Hill Farm County Park as soon...

Come enjoy the benefits of meditation These retreats offer an opportunity for an afternoon of reflection that includes a guided walk, seated meditation, gentle yoga, stretching and reflective writing. They will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday July...

When Porter County Parks and Recreation acquired Brincka Cross Gardens, two major goals were to offer art instruction and promote nature appreciation. The property, located at 427 East Furness Road in Pine Township, was owned and developed by an...

Porter County Parks and Recreation has seen tremendous growth in its summer camp program this year. And it hasn’t been by accident. A new name – Camp FUNset – and several new events and activities have helped raise awareness. As a result,...

Enjoy your hobby in a unique setting Do you love to garden? Are you looking for a unique place to practice your passion? Then Brincka Cross Gardens is the place for you! Bring your favorite gloves and and join us in cleaning up the gardens within the...

Peterson Field Guide artist to lead class Porter County Parks and Recreation is teaming with the Lubeznik Center for the Arts to offer an incredible opportunity for artists of all skill levels who are interested in nature - a Botanical Art Workshop...

Carolyn Jones fell in love with nature as a child, when she discovered that a groundhog had made a home in her backyard. She was curious about meeting the creature, so she cut up some carrots and sprinkled them into the groundhog hole and made a...

Porter County Parks and Recreation is kicking off several wellness and fitness programs this spring at Sunset Hill Farm County Park, and there is plenty of room for more people interested in getting in shape. Nordic walking is a new program that will...

Residents of Northwest Indiana are used to enduring long, cold winters. That usually makes spring, and the warm weather that comes with it, a welcome change. Every year, Porter County Parks and Recreation celebrates this seasonal transformation and...