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The New Importance of ‘Close to Home’

Marissa Grass - September 1, 2020 0

Ellie Emery never expected to spend her summer at Cook Park. Yet, a few weeks from the end of summer, Cook Park is where...

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Cook Park’s current boat ramp and the recently installed boarding dock host a mix of kayakers, anglers, and visitors on a busy summer day. Construction is now underway to add a new ADA-accessible dock, which will supplement the existing infrastructure to improve river access for all abilities and help reduce weekend congestion.

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