Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Bakersfield Park

Bakersfield Park, or Jackson Springs park, is the park we visited to take rock samples from the river and other areas of the park. The min part of the park is very pretty, with a stone bridge, a bunch of green space, and giant trees. Dr. Rood explained many years before the park was used as a zoo. Now it is used as mainly green space for the city of Macon. The trails that led away for the main section towards the Ocmulgee River River walk, are paved to allow better access for people in wheelchairs or strollers (Information Link). 

While at the park Dr. Rood discussed the importance of green space within a city. Other than the environmental aspects, such as providing a place for animals and plants to live, it also benefits humans.It gives people a place to use for recreation, and relaxation. By having a safe place everyone can go, it allows for better community living spaces. Many major cities across the nation have parks in them. Atlanta has Piedmont park.


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