June 22.
The John Ball Park Zoo in Grand Rapids has been around for a very long time, maybe too long. The space itself is actually built up a hill and although they provide a funicular to get folks to the top so they can walk down, when we were there in June it was not working and the staff members we spoke with didn't know why it wasn't functional and one person who worked at the park seemed confused by the word funicular.
The grounds are also peppered with advertising billboards. Not the kind that might highlight the name of a company or organization that donated for a particular exhibit but just straightforward billboards placed here and there along the walkway.
And the overall feel of the grounds seemed very tired -- the aquarium smelled bad and barely lived up to its name.
That said, the kids -- and there were a LOT of families about -- the kids seemed to enjoy themselves. And the otter exhibit was pretty cool it must be said.
But Susie has such fond memories of going there as a child so the tip was worth it for that alone.
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| word is the lanterns scattered make for a most impressive night stroll |
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| lots of kitschy decor and not all of it made much sense but the kids loved it! |
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| the live music stage |
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| aquarium |
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