It appears that just about anything can be turned into a playground. Don't believe me? I can prove it with an Illinois park that is full of playground equipment, but it used to be a missile launch site during the Cold War era.
The City of Maquoketa and Jackson County Conservation were awarded $750,000 for improvements to the Prairie Creek Recreation Area, including the installation of a whitewater paddling course on the Maquoketa River, a championship-caliber disc golf course, and ADA-accessible hiking trails.
Eagle Point Park will officially open for the season starting Saturday, May 7, 2022. However, with a break in the overcast sky today, it was the perfect excuse to enjoy the scenery while checking on the park's condition before opening day...