{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6671f1af94bae93358ff7358/6846e01739bad1b9014cf982?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Monroe Lake: Paynetown, Fairfax State Recreation Areas, and More","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6671f1af94bae93358ff7358/1749474544043-96d406e3-b43a-42ae-9a29-0237cef29584.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Come with me to Monroe Lake, home to state recreation areas like Paynetown, Fairfax, and many more! Indiana's largest lake has something for everyone -- boating, kayaking, camping, bird watching, hunting, private weekend getaways, and space for groups and families. With its proximity to Bloomington, this is the perfect place for people who want a mix of time in the city and nature. In this episode, learn about the lake's history, visit the dam, and discover the wide variety of activities that await at each recreation area!</p><p><br></p><p>Follow along on <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/monroelake\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook</a> for all the incredible events at Monroe Lake. Look for information and pictures about osprey and bald eagles there too.</p><p><br></p><p>Keep up with all the <a href=\"https://www.in.gov/dnr/state-parks/parks-lakes/monroe-lake/events-nature-center/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">events at Monroe Lake</a>: Beginner Kayaking, Explore Monroe Paddling Trips, the history of the reservoir, and so much more!&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Be sure to check out <a href=\"https://www.twoheronsmarina.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Two Herons Marina</a> and <a href=\"https://www.fourwindslakeside.com/ \" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Fourwinds Lakeside Inn and Marina</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Any mistakes are my own.</p>","author_name":"an Indiana state parks podcast"}