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City of Glasgow maintians two public parks and a swimming pool for
recreation. The first, Stump Island, is located on the Missouri
River, just south of the Missouri River Bridge. |
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Stump
Island is the perfect RV spot in Glasgow, having 12 campsites with
electric hookups, a dump station, a modern bath house with hot showers,
and a newly renovated boat ramp with access on the Mighty Mo. |
Three
large shelter houses also grace this park orginally named by the
Lewis & Clark expedition, referred to in November of 1804 as
the island covered in stumps. The land for the park was later given
to the city by Kansas City Power & Light. |
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Youth
and adult recreations programs are available during the summer
months and include the sports of softball and tennis, making Stump
Island the center of attention during the sports season.
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second of the city parks, Kuemmel Park, can be reached on Highway
5 North. It's rolling hills and beautiful landscape make it an excellent
"get-away" whether you are a visiting traveler or life-long
resident. |
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The
park includes four shelter houses which are available on a first
come, first serve basis. For large events, signs may be posted to
reserve the building. |
Tennis
courts, a basketball court, and softball fields make Kuemmel park
a favorite hang-out spot for local families during the outdoor season.
Walking trails and restroom facilities are also available. |
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New
playground equipment is available throughout the park, along with
a brand new skate park specially designed for skateboards &
rollerblading.
Whether
you are a visitor or hometown resident, make sure you don't miss
out on everything our parks have to offer!
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