Shaking off the winter blahs? Feel the need to get the blood circulating again? Here are some suggestions to get you out and going right now! BIKING Rolling hills, spectacular scenery, and friendly towns characterize biking along the Ohio River Scenic Byway. When you roll into Madison/Jefferson County, you will have the opportunity to explore … more
I Love Being a Tourist in My Own Hometown.
It was a lovely, clear Saturday morning when my husband and I took the Madison’s Treasures architectural walking tour offered once a month by Historic Madison Inc. If you’ve ever wanted to know the difference between Federal, Greek Revival and Italianate homes or between Doric and Corinthian columns, this is the tour for you. The … more
Jumping for Joy at Kangaroos
It’s four days after Christmas, and I’m here at Kangaroos Family Fun Center with my 6-year old daughter. Today is the fourth day our family has taken advantage of their holiday schedule of being open 11 am to 9 pm during Christmas break. We will also be attending a birthday party here this week, making … more
Jet Boat Dinner Rides
Rockin’ Thunder Jet Boat Rides LLC is now taking riders from Madison Indiana on Friday evening dinner trips on the Ohio River. The ride is 57 miles round trip with a dinner stop at Jo Jo’s Bar and Grill. Captains Paul Nicholson and Janet Harding added this Dinner Trip to the Rockin’ and Scenic rides … more
Videos
Lately, as the Visitor Center Intern, I have put together several videos, some with the help of the other interns and local businesses and sites in town. They highlight some of the activities and places in Madison. They can be found on the Youtube channel MadisonINVideos. So far, I have put four up highlighting some … more
Arts Month Classes
September is “Arts Month” in Madison, but one does not have to just be a spectator. There are often opportunities to create art, with the guidance of a trained professional, which is how I prefer to do it, so I don’t mess anything up. If you are in town for the weekend and are looking … more
Big Oaks NWR opens for 2013 public use
It’s hard to believe that April is nearly over! Our spring season is in full gear here at the refuge, with the start of the 2013 public use season with fishing at Old Timbers Lake and the annual turkey season upon us. The eaglets have hatched at the lake and we are watching them closely. … more
Kids on School Break?
Are you trying to find fun things to keep the kids occupied during Spring Break? The City of Madison, local organizations and Visit Madison have teamed up to give you some suggestions. We know the weather is NOT cooperating this year but many of these activities happen inside so that will help. There is still … more
Andrew Hoffman Intern at Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge to speak
Andrew Hoffman, intern at Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge, will speak on Monday, February 4th, at the monthly meeting of the Big Oaks Conservation Society. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the Madison – Jefferson County Public Library in Madison, IN. Join us February 4th as Andrew discusses: The World Underfoot: Amphibians of … more
Christmas Bird Count
Would you like to step away from the hectic pace that often accompanies this time of year? Did you know that there is 50,000 acres of wildlife habitat only 5 miles north of Madison? That wildlife habitat is a perfect place to find a little peace and serenity, even if it is only for a … more
