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Whether you're a lifelong local or exploring your own backyard, here's a fun Posey County Summer Bucket List to check off before fall arrives!

Outdoor Adventures

☐ Hike a trail at Harmonie State Park and spot local wildlife.

☐ Watch a sunset over the Wabash River at The Point.

☐ Visit Cypress Sloughs and photograph birds, turtles, and native plants.

☐ Spend an afternoon fishing at Hovey Lake.

☐ Pack a picnic and enjoy Wabash River Park.

Explore History & Culture

☐ Take a walking tour of historic New Harmony.

☐ Visit a local museum or historic site and learn about Posey County's rich heritage.

☐ Browse local art galleries and shops in New Harmony.

☐ Attend a summer concert, festival, or community event.

Small-Town Adventures

☐ Explore downtown Mount Vernon.

☐ Take a scenic drive through Griffin, Poseyville, Wadesville, Saint Philip, Saint Wendel, and West Franklin.

☐ Find a local ice cream shop you've never visited before.

☐ Shop at a farmers market and buy something grown locally.

Food & Fun

☐ Try a restaurant you've never been to.

☐ Eat dinner outdoors on a patio.

☐ Complete a Posey County tavern or dining tour with friends.

☐ Enjoy a summer treat: snow cone, milkshake, or hand-dipped ice cream.

Memory Makers

☐ Take a selfie at five different Posey County landmarks.

☐ Watch fireworks somewhere in the county.

☐ Go stargazing on a clear summer night.

☐ Create a photo album of your favorite summer moments.

Bonus Challenge

☐ Visit every Posey County community before Labor Day.

Goal: See how many of the 22 items you can complete this summer—and challenge your friends to beat your score!