Places to stay and things to see!

Potawatomi Inn

The Potawatomi Inn overlooks Lake James, Indiana’s third-largest lake. Amenities include a library, staffed activity room, craft, exercise and game rooms plus a gift shop. Two restaurants-one full-service dining room serving three meals a day and a courtyard café-offer delicious entrees and desserts. There are nine hiking trails ranging from easy to rugged just step away from the Potawatomi Inn. Be sure to visit the nature center with interactive exhibits and a variety of nature programs. The refrigerated toboggan at Pokagon State Park opens the day after Thanksgiving and remains open weekends through the end of February.

There are also extended weekday hours near Christmas. Take advantage of the Winter Special Nov. 27, 2022-March 2, 2023: stay two consecutive nights Sunday-Thursday and receive the second night free.

Blackout dates are Dec. 25, 2022-Jan. 5, 2023. Call 877-LODGES1 for reservations.

Take a tour into the herd at Wild Winds Buffalo Preserve in Fremont

For those seeking adventure, take a weekend tour into the 150-plus buffalo herd at Wild Winds Buffalo Preserve in Fremont.

Tours are $10 per adult and $7 for children 10 and under and begin on the hour between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Saturdays November-April. The preserve is open in October Wednesday-Sunday.

The calving season typically begins in mid-May with approximately 50 new calves. A new-born buffalo weighs approximately 35 pounds. Wild Winds, which spans 400 acres, is home to about 150 buffalo.

The gift shop is also open, as well as the log-hewn bed and breakfast.

Steuben County Farmers Market

The Steuben County Farmers Market remains open Wednesdays and Saturdays through the end of October from 8 a.m. to noon.

Fresh fruits and vegetables are plentiful and you’ll also find honey, maple syrup, plants, fresh-cut flowers and homemade craft items.

The Wednesday market is located at 206 N. Wayne St. and the Saturday market is located at 317 S. Wayne St.