Appleton Memorial Park

Appleton Memorial Parks hosts a variety of recreational facilities, including: ball diamond complex, sledding hill, picnic pavilion, amphitheater, urban fishing pond, and playground equipment. Year-round season, no length limits. Special season from the second Saturday in March to, but not including, the last Saturday in April for juveniles 15 years of age and younger and certain disabled anglers. The playground design integrates a variety of play experiences and challenges while providing for access and needs of persons with physical, sensory or developmental disabilities. Six year old Leah has Mitochrondial Myopathy and cannot stand, crawl or walk due to her low muscle tone. She is developmentally delayed and communicates through hand gestures and facial expressions. "The universal playground is a wonderful place for non-disabled children to interact with children with disabilities because it teaches tolerance," said Lisa. "Other children encourage Leah and she is able to better interact with her siblings and peers.