Natural Springs Resort was a little slice of heaven for us. Our two bedroom cabin with a full bath…read moreand kitchen was perfect for our family. The private patio with a grill and fire pit had a view of the water. It was also impeccably clean. Being able to rent a golf cart made traveling around the resort with two kids a breeze. From the beach to the multiple playgrounds, we were able to get anywhere we needed. There are so many amenities as well. The spring fed lake is gorgeous. There is a kids swimming area and a deeper adult swimming area with a swimming mat and a floating dock. If lake swimming isn't for you, there is also a heated pool. We also used the Wibit (floating obstacle course), kayaks, and paddle boats. All the rentals were reasonably priced and were great additions to our stay. The camp store and cafe are great as well. We were able to grab pizza and ice cream during our stay. We will definitely be back.

Spent a weekend here:…read more 1. They give you a parking pass as you roll through the gate, then they come around to the sights to check you in. 2. Depending on how people park the sites can be a little tough to pack into.. 3. There are sooooooo many golf carts! And the golf cart parade at sun down, it was over the top. The parade seemed to be made out of season campers that all know one another. 4. The older teenage element, that seemed to be seasonal campers, whoa! The mouthes one them. We fished with our kids as they dropped bunches of foul language & then proceeded to talk about fighting people, slamming people on the ground, and then ultimately sexual intercourse. These kids were not role models for our young ones. Oh and they were watching a kid that is about 6 years old. 5. The bathrooms, while they were. It the worst we've ever seen, they need a make over. 6. The lake is awesome. Bring a kayak or canoe if you have it. 7. Our fire pit had not been cleaned out in a very very long time.

With a capacity of 600, the Starr Gennett Building is one of Richmond, Indiana's most unique and…read morewonderful spaces now available for event use and private rentals. The Starr Gennett Building falls under the umbrella of Richmond Parks and with its unique interior and exterior features is an ideal location for those who want an event with that extra something special. The architecture of the building is incredibly unique. It looks and feels like the historical building that it actually is. The grounds around the building offer picnic tables, abundant parking, benches, a historical sidewalk, and a surprising amount of greenery considering this is actually located in the heart of Richmond. The Starr Gennett Building does not have air conditioning and this should be considered, though it has quite a few grated windows offering a consistent airing out and breeze. However, having just officiated a wedding in extraordinary heat this is definitely something to be considered. There's a Gennett Records logo on the building indicating the building's history. The inside has a strong industrial vibe. I thought of the Circle City Industrial Complex here in my hometown of Indy as a comparison. However, it's just such a wondrous space. It almost makes me want to get married. Almost. Starr Gennett is considered a historic site and a certificate of liability is required to rent it. You also must rent it from 2-182 days in advance. It's available 7 days per week, 8am - 10pm. In case it's not obvious, the building was originally built for the Starr Gennett Records Company and is part of the legacy of Starr Piano Company and Gennett Records. There's a Starr Gennett Gallery and Walk of Fame also located in Richmond. As is nearly always true of historic sites, accessibility is not perfect here. However, it's surprisingly solid and it would be super easy to facilitate a meaningful event here that was accessible to all.

Connersville has a really nice park that has something for everyone. Whether you like swimming,…read morebasketball, pickleball, tennis, or horseshoes, they have a place for it at Roberts Park. If you like watching your kids play on a variety of swings, slides, and climbing equipment scattered throughout the park, the have those here too! The park is a mature park with lots of shade trees that are greatly appreciated on days like the one I visited here. There are narrow roads that meander through the park since the place is quite large. On the south end near the aquatic center, there is an amphitheater for racing and some barns near there. I didn't see any horses during my visit, but I assume that the barns and track are for those. Must be a seasonal thing like the swimming and water slides. The park also has the Longwood Covered Bridge which was relocated here for preservation. There are a couple sculptures and a few plaques to commemorate bits of history tied to the park & Connersville. Generally, there are a lot of options for individuals. The only reason I didn't give this a five star review is that the park looks like it could use some attention. The tennis courts has cracks that have been sealed, but the scraggly white lines should have been painted over to match the court. Very distracting. Some of the older playground equipment could used a fresh coat of paint too. The garden area by the park admin building was in need of some trimming and the brick around the fountain could stand some work too. Little things, but they do separate an older park from one that has the latest features. A wish list would be a walking trail separate from the roads. I don't like having to continuously watch over my shoulder for vehicles coming up behind me, or having to walk through the grass when it's wet from dew. Otherwise, the park seems like a great place for specific activities. Review #1419

The park has very limited playground equipment for younger children, however it does offer plenty…read moreof covered buildings with tables that allow for great outdoor picnics and family recreation.

This park predominantly consists of a youth baseball league and a large playground. The western…read morehalf of the park is set up with multiple youth league size ball fields including dugouts. The eastern half has a basketball court, a shelter, and lots of playground equipment including spring rocking animals, swings, slides, and other spinning and climbing equipment. The park was showing signs of neglect as the playground area was becoming encroached with weeds where it the ground should have been mulched or cleared. Review #1012

During my seminary years, I spent quite a bit of time at Richmond, Indiana's Glen Miller Park. It's…read morea 194 acre park on Richmond's eastside directly off Main Street. Glen Miller Park also houses the administrative offices for Richmond Parks. Glen Miller Park opened on June 6, 1885. It's named for Colonel John Ford Miller, a railroad executive who'd bought the land specifically to establish a park and ended up selling it to Richmond five years after acquiring it. One of the things that attracted Miller to the Park was its freshwater springs. He had them tested and they were noted as being high in iron (which was believed at the time to be good for your health - people still fill water jugs here). In 1890, Glen Miller Park established a zoo within its grounds and it grew in 1908. By 1964, it had 250 different birds and animals. Unfortunately, it started to decline and by 1984 was named by Parade Magazine as one of the nation's 10 worst zoos. It closed in 1986 and all the animals were relocated. The entrance to the park is marked by the Madonna of the Trial Monument - it's one of 12 monuments built by the Daughters of the American Revolution along U.S. 40 dedicated to the spirit of pioneer women. The Richmond Rose Garden is also housed here. At one point, Richmond was known as The Rose City as it served as home to three of the nation's premier growers and marketers of cut roses. Park amenities include a band shell, concessions, fishing, the Rose Garden, golf course, nature area, picnic areas, an ADA accessible playground, restrooms, both open and closed shelters, an 11,000 square foot skate park, splash pad, and tennis courts. You can, of course, rent the shelters for your events. As the most popular park in Richmond, Glen Miller Park hosts a lot of the city's special events. It's had occasional issues with crime, but I've been here many times during my weekends in Richmond and have never had any issues. Because it's on the main drag through Richmond, police presence is not uncommon here.

I have comical memories of busting my butt on one of the old metal slides at Glen Miller Park in…read morethe early 90s. Despite only being in preschool, I will never forget slamming off the end of that slide. Ha, now days the slides are plastic, lower to the ground and padded more at the bottom for soft landing. Fast forward 27 years and I found myself at Glen Miller Park to swap Christmas gifts with my mother in the parking lot. Funny enough, we weren't the only ones swapping gifts outside for the holidays. 2021 Glen Miller Park features a music garden with hands on instruments, ponds filled with ducks, extensive playscapes and walking trails. The bathrooms were closed during our December visit. Overall, a pretty straightforward but spacious park a stone's throw from Richmond's shops and restaurants.

It's been a WHILE since I was here, but it's a WONDERFUL place, from the spacious yet cozy lodge,…read morethe beautiful lake and marina, the pools (both indoor and outdoor, though I'm not sure if they're only for lodge guests...) hiking trails and SO much more!! Ohio has some of the BEST state park facilities, and this GEM is no exception!! A bit out of the way, but that's part of its charm!! Check it out!!!

With a nature center, 2 dog parks, 2 fossil parks, a lodge, and cabins, hiking trails and a lake,…read moreHueston Woods is a great place to enjoy a day, a weekend or a week. We rented two couples cabins that were pet friendly and had a wonderful time. The cabins were clean, the kitchen was tiny but functional, s'more's happened as did laughter. Great place to vacation.

This is an excellent shooting camp!! Our son went three years ago, and took what he learned,…read moreimplemented it into his routine, and has a picture perfect jump shot. If your child is a student of the game and willing to put in the work, this camp will help them tremendously with their shot!! Highly recommend!

I took my daughter in the summer of '12. She loved it, but I have issues: Parents never got to…read moremeet the "floor counselor" at the dorm, and my daughter was never even sure who it was. I expected a better adult presence on a floor of 'tween girls (going into 7th grade). 2. When I went to take a peek at her participating in drills, I saw her station's "coach" looking everywhere but at the girls. He never once stopped to correct any of them or re-teach the drill, and several girls needed correction. I'm guessing he was a girl's dad who signed on to "coach" at the camp in exchange for a free or reduced rate for his daughter. I peeked in at other stations and saw similar situations. The drill is announced over a loud speaker, there is a demonstration of one or two reps, and then the kids go through the drill, without any input from the station coach. For close to $500, I expected more "coach" involvement and at least a little bit of coach input at the stations. If I felt that my daughter actually got something out of the camp, I would not hesitate to send her again. That is not the case. I will look for other camps this summer. You would do well to do the same.

Nope..do not go there drive through there or visit. It's being over run and cops are doing…read morenothing!! I repeat don't go there It's dangerous!!

Tenth Street Park, or South Tenth Street Park, is a 2.2 acre park that primarily serves as an open…read moregreenspace for the surrounding neighborhood. I was preaching at First Christian Church this morning directly across the parking lot and got there early enough that I had time to wheel through Tenth Street Park and check it out. Tenth Street Park was the first official park in the city of Richmond. It primarily serves as a casual gathering space and annually hosts the city's Family Fun Fest. Parking is primarily on the street and I had no problem finding abundant spaces. While there's not technically accessible parking, the streets around the park are wide enough and traffic light enough that it shouldn't be a problem. The park is filled with mature trees and benches. There are no other park-like features. There's not a playground. This is, quite simply, a greenspace. There is a historical marker commemorating the presence of Camp Wayne during the Civil War. I liked this park. After driving a couple hours from Indy, it was a nice place to wind down and pray before I was preaching less than a block away. This is technically right off "downtown" Richmond and it's sort of a combination business/residential district. It's a well-maintained park that is certainly no longer considered one of Richmond's primary park spaces. That said, if you're in the area it's worth a visit.