Hoosier Outdoor Experience

[eldirector]

DNR: The Hoosier Outdoor Experience

Just a friendly reminder! If you are looking for something to do this weekend, this is THE event!

The Hoosier Outdoor Experience is Indiana’s largest, hands-on outdoor recreation event. Held on the grounds of Fort Harrison State Park, the free event features more than 50 activities and 120 grassroots partners. Activities range from fishing to riding in off-road vehicles.

Yes, there are shooting activities - Shotgun, pellet rifle, archery, and even the atlatl.

TONS of other outdoor activities as well. The website claims 50+, but that number is LOW. Plan on spending a good part of a day, and STILL not see it all. Plenty of stuff for kids and adults alike.

I'll be there all weekend, running the Jeep and 4x4 Rides. Stop by and say "Hello".

 

[Springer]

I might make it out on Sunday. I will be going to Bass Pro and then heading to Kentucky for a wile on Saturday.

 

[terrehautian]

My girlfriend and I will be up Sunday until around 3:30pm. A friend will be having his JK offering rides in that area Sunday morning.

 

[AmericanBob]

Headed there Saturday. Carrying OK there?

 

[eldirector]

Headed there Saturday. Carrying OK there?

By DNR rules, lawfully possessed handguns are specifically allowed. Method of carry is not mentioned.
http://www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/files/ftharrison_trail.pdf

 

[miguel]

The boys and I will be there bright and early, they want to go staright to the Jeep rides, so we will likely see you there!

If anyone hasn't gone to this event, it is a MUST GO event.

 

[terrehautian]

If you get the choice and see this Jeep and driver, go with him.

 

[miguel]

If you get the choice and see this Jeep and driver, go with him.

OK, maybe we'll let some people cut in front of us and wait for that guy to come by!

 

[eldirector]

OK, maybe we'll let some people cut in front of us and wait for that guy to come by!

Hey, now! No playing favorites!

Maybe you should pick the one with the INGO sticker.

 

[Eric0321]

This sounds pretty cool. Going to see if my girlfriend is interested in going :-)

 

[kiddchaos]

Thanks!

 

[Kirk Freeman]

Please stop by the Indiana State Rifle and Pistol Association booth.

We'll be there around all the guns.

 

[AmericanBob]

Thanks! I had to turn my computer upside down to find it, but I managed.

 

[eldirector]

Please stop by the Indiana State Rifle and Pistol Association booth.

We'll be there around all the guns.

You guys doing the shooting sports, or just have a booth?

Either way, I'll try to track you down. Gotta meet the man, the LEGEND.

 

[under32hurts]

I went to this before, my family and I had ablast. Pretty cool stuff....A little crazy with the parking but all in all a good time.

 

[terrehautian]

Can anyone tell me a good way to get there from TH?

 

[eldirector]

I-70 all the way across Indianapolis to the east side.

Option 1) Take I-465 north from I-70 to the 56th Street exit. Head east about 1.5 miles or so, and turn right at the Finance Center (follow the signs). You park there and take a trolley into the park.

Google maps of #1
https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=...w&oq=terr&t=h&mra=dpe&mrsp=1&sz=11&via=1&z=11

Option 2) Take the Post Road exit off of I-70, and then north to 56th Street. Turn left on 56th and park behind the Finance Center on the left (follow the signs).

Google maps of #2
https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=...oq=terr&t=h&mra=dpe&mrsp=2&sz=11&via=1,2&z=11

 

[DocGlock86]

Gonna be my first time going. Bringing my little guy. Any must see's for a 7 year old full of vinegar?

 

[eldirector]

Gonna be my first time going. Bringing my little guy. Any must see's for a 7 year old full of vinegar?

If you want Jeeps, horses (well, ponies), canoes, or shooting sports (he can shoot the pellet rifles), get there early and do them first. They tend to have lines.

The little dirt bikes are a hoot, as are the pedal bikes. Remote control boats, kids fishing, animal show-n-tell (snakes!), hayrides...... I could go on forever! Tons of stuff for kids. Radio Disney will be there on Sunday, too.

 

[DocGlock86]

If you want Jeeps, horses (well, ponies), canoes, or shooting sports (he can shoot the pellet rifles), get there early and do them first. They tend to have lines.

The little dirt bikes are a hoot, as are the pedal bikes. Remote control boats, kids fishing, animal show-n-tell (snakes!), hayrides...... I could go on forever! Tons of stuff for kids. Radio Disney will be there on Sunday, too.

Awesome!