What’s there to do in Wichita?
Posted by wichitafamilyfun on February 15, 2009
Since I have lived here all my life, sometimes I forget what really wonderful places are nearby, that help create a fun family memory. For me as a child, going to Joyland in the summer was always a highlight. There was the school’s out days, where good grades on the report card earned you tickets. Beech Aircraft and Boeing always had employee days for families. So we always got a couple of opportunities to ride the roller coaster!
Unfortunetly, those days are gone now. But does that mean there’s nothing for the kids to do? Not by a long shot. Wichita has one of the best zoo’s in the country. We make several trips every year, making a grandparent plus membership a must. But money doesn’t have to be spent to have a good time. Central Riverside park and vacinity offers a full day of adventure for kids. Start at the Keeper of the Plains, with a “Troll Hunt”, and some exploring of the surroundings, then head over to Central Riverside for many fun activities. There is a Kansas Wildlife exhibit, Solar Calendar, (or strange rock formation as the boys call it) a pond, paths, and tons of animal friends to find.
Plan a nature scavenger hunt before heading out, or make a map, and head off on an exploration expedition. And that’s just one park among many. The fun is only limited by a lack of imagination.
So share your fun times and discover a few more.
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