Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Fun, free or inexpensive things to do around Central Ohio #7---Splash Pad

I took a few days off due to the holiday, but now it is back to the grind.  Today's installment is for the Central Ohio crowd, sorry.  The fun, free thing today is the Splash Pad in Powell.

The Splash Pad is located at Village Green Park, 47 Hall Street in Powell, OH.  The park is open from dawn until dusk.  The Splash Pad is appropriate for children of all ages (well, maybe teens would be bored).

What to bring:  Kids need to bring or wear a swimsuit unless you want wet regular clothing.  A towel is good to bring as well.  There are bathrooms nearby, but children need to wear shoes in the bathrooms. 

I have only been to the Splash Pad once, but it was lots of fun.  Monkey and I went with our moms' group after a Lollipops concert last year (the concerts are held at the same park).  It was a very hot day and the kids loved being able to cool off at the Splash Pad.

What will you find when you get to the Splash Pad?  You will find a 2000 sq ft water play area.  The area has fountains that shoot up, buckets that drop, and many other fun, water related activities. 

The Splash Pad floor  is made of that squishy, foamy type surface that you see at most water play areas.  I am not sure what it is called.  It is cool for bare feet and also offers a bit of a cushion for falls.  The pad has recently been resurfaced so it should be in great condition for this summer.

What if you don't want to get wet?  Well, you're in luck!  There is a nice dry park right next to the Splash Pad.  Many kids go back and forth between the two areas. 

So, bring a picnic and spend the day at Village Green Park and the Splash Pad in Powell, OH. 


1 comment:

  1. thank you!this was the only detailed info from a mom i could find online about the splash pad!

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