THUNDER BAY – Centennial Park’s new playground opened earlier than scheduled and many families headed out on Saturday to test out the new equipment.
The new woodland adventure playground’s project budget was $700,000 and was created almost entirely with wood to fit in with the Forested area that surrounds it.
Children were thrilled to be able to explore the new addition to the park and parents say they were happy to have a new play area for their kids, especially so since kids were stuck inside for the last two years due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.
“I think having this facility is great for the kids,” said one parent. ”It's great to have this outdoor facility for the kids and see the kids running around and having fun after being stuck indoors for such a long time.”
The playground, which is located between the chalet and farm is larger than the previous park and residents both old and new were happy to see that kids now have so many options for experience the outdoors.
“Well, I'm new to the city so I'm just learning everything about the city and I'm quite pleased with this park,” said one resident. “Nice to be able to see everybody free and able to explore, be close to each other.
Visitors will be able to play on equipment in several different pod areas meant to appeal to a range of ages and the park features a zip line climbing structures and ground level activities for younger children.
