Pack Mentality: 5 Great Monon Trail Groups

Including Westfield Police Chief Joel Rush, who is now turning the idea of running from the cops on its head.

Trail Mix: A Survey of the Monon's Best and Worst

The Good (Carmel): “You don’t have to stop every five feet.” The Bad (23rd St.): “That Thomas Skinner factory blasts its stench at the trail.”
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100 Monon Trail Lovers Say …

“Nope. Wait, do other people get asked out on the Monon? Am I missing out?!”
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Monon Trail Dog-Lover's Guide

Your best buddy can party in Broad Ripple, too: The deck and patio at Plump’s Last Shot is a happening scene for sociable dogs, with water bowls and servers who’ve been known to bring biscuits.
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Monon Trail Rookie's Guide: 10 Dos and Don'ts

Don't try to make new friends. Even so, the people-watching is first class. Just don't gawk.
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Monon Trail Eater's Guide: Best Food on the Path

Craving something salty? Locally made beef jerky at Joe’s Butcher Shop delivers a surprising lemon-peppery kick.

Dear Miss Monon: Trail & Error

Question: A friend says my Instagramming is disruptive to other trail-users, but everyone “hearts” my tilted shots of trees and bridges. What’s the verdict?

Photos: Summer Solstice Yoga on Monument Circle

The purpose of the gathering was agreed upon by most—to enjoy yoga (if in sweltering 90-degree heat) and to join in the worldwide summer solstice celebration.
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At Home: Barbara Shoup's Writing Room

Shoup surrounds herself with an eclectic assemblage of colorful mementos reflecting the people and experiences that have inspired her.
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Next Stop, Stardom: Famous Hoosiers Turned New Yorkers

Who's who among Indianans on the fast track in NYC, from breakout designers to NBA bigwigs.