Birchfield Park (Assessed by Maria)

BIRCHFIELD PARK
Santa Clara and West Winton Ave  

      When I walked into this nice park full of trees, I knew I would want to come back. This is a park where you can bring your family, friends, or even pets and have a great time.  There is a play structure with wood chips for kids aged 8-12. It is a perfect park for families that enjoy the outdoors. The park has a view of two main streets. Never say never to this wonderful park that not only has a nice working bathroom, but also has eight picnic tables and eight BBQ pits. Kids will love coming to this park.

Park Assessment

Is there a play structure for toddlers? If so, are play areas fenced?

There is a play structure for children aged 8-12 years old.  There are no fences, but the play structure is away from the street.

What play structures are present at this park?

Slides and swings.

Would you enjoy hanging out in the park?

Yes I would enjoy hanging out at this park since it has a large shady area to hang out in.

What fun stuff is in the park?

Eight picnic tables, eight BBQ pits, a horseshoe pit, a garden, and a cold-water fountain.

What type of terrain is at this park?

Grass and wood chips.

Are there public toilets?

Yes, and they are clean.

Maintenance:

Is there graffiti, vandalism, or litter at this park?

No it is a clean area.

Is the park well maintained?

Yes it is.

Are there any park identification signs?

Yes, and the Rules and Regulations sign specifies that there is no smoking or camping, and pets must be leashed.

Park Safety

Please comment on the safety of the park and the surrounding area.

Yes there is a nice surrounding, and there are lots of trees.

Would you feel safe walking through the park at night?

I would feel safe walking through the park at night because it has lots of lights and the park is also right across the street from the Police Station.

Does the park feel isolated?

No the park does not feel isolated.

Are there lights in the park?

Yes.

Recommendations

Do you have any recommendations for how this park could be bettered?

The park could be bettered if they resurfaced the basketball court.