Two stars means I've experienced better, and in the case of Roslyn Pond Park, this is true (but only just when it comes to Long Island).
When I go somewhere, I keep my eyes open. This means that I see what's happening around me. The first thing you should notice at Roslyn Pond Park (if you have your eyes open) is that despite the multiple signs clearly stating that dogs are not allowed in the park "at any time", people still take their dogs in the park. When you point out to them that dogs are not allowed in the park, they look at you as if you've insulted their intelligence and say things like "but there's someone else over there with a dog" or "I've been bringing my dog here for years". These people are a disgrace. They believe that rules and regulations don't apply to them. They spoil things for decent people who respect rules and regulations. This is typical in many places on Long Island. People take dogs onto beaches and into parks when they know they shouldn't, and they let their dogs off the leash when they know they shouldn't. This is shameful and I wish that rangers would be more diligent.
Another problem at Roslyn Pond Park is the litter in the pond. It's horrible. Clearly, the people who are paid to keep the pond clean don't do their jobs, and some people who visit the park, or pass through it, throw litter into the pond. Of course, the wind sometimes blows litter into the pond, but shouldn't it be cleaned regularly? It's an eyesore. It's also bad for the wildlife. You don't have to look carefully to see that the park is generally badly maintained. I ask myself why this is the case. Don't the local people want to keep their park clean and free of dogs? Obviously not.
Finally, there's a massive ugly statue in the park. This was installed only a couple of years ago in the grass slope near the upper road. Didn't anyone protest? Seriously, what's wrong with people? read more