Have you seen the giant turtle in Winfield?

My wife has been telling me about this giant turtle that lives in Winfield Ks.

She said it was made from natural stone

and that it was huge.

So the last time we were in Winfield, my wife directed me to the turtle

we were on our way to Mulvane to take our grandson home

so it was a treat for him to see it.

The Oxford Mill Oxford Kansas

The old Oxford mill
Traveling West from Winfield Ks. on highway 160 you will come to the small town of Oxford Kansas.

Located on the Arkansas River this quaint little Kansas Town is full of charm and History.
The Old Grist Mill built in 1849 sets on West Bank of the river.

Although the Old Mill is not used to mill the grain the local farmers would bring,
the Old mill has a new life and purpose.

The Owners of the Mil, Wallace Champing and Hal Ross completely restored the mill back in 1988-89.
The restoration was completed as they replaced most of the support posts and beams, new joists and flooring, and refurbished Head House.

The old mill now serves as a popular tourist attraction , with many visitors every year.
The owners have opened a restaurant in the newly remodeled Head House.

So the next time you are wanting someplace  to go Oxford Kansas is just a short drive from Wichita Kansas,

Just head south on the the turnpike, exit at Wellington the go East until you arrive in Oxford, there are signs directing you to the mill.

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Island Park of South central Kansas's Hidden Gems

Island Park 

Winfield Kansas

The Hidden gem located in the Foothills of the Flint hills

I remember Island Park from my child hood

My family lived in Winfield 50's
and Every summer We had family reunions in this park

It looks a bit different now,

The Citizens and the city of Winfield have taken great
pride in making this a destination Park.

  Recently added is this wonderful play area for
Kids of all ages.

Several Years ago Somebody set fire to the playground that was in place,
burning it to the ground.
Well the fine Citizens of Winfield and the City Joined forces
and up from the ashes this wonderful new playground arose

It's completely kid friendly, with all kinds of
things to climb on, slide down,hang on to,
there are cows, and Pigs,

 and Pigs,

the entire surface of the play ground is made from a material 

that I don't know what is 

but is is soft to walk on and even softer if you should 

happen to fall down.

The Park is Beautiful the lawns are keep up,

there are numinous flower gardens

The building that houses the restrooms 

are decorated in fine fashion

So if you are ever in the neighborhood

Be sure to visit Island Park

Oh I forgot the reason it's called Island Park?

that is because it is an Island !!!

it has water surrounding it 

must drive across the bridge to enter

There are two bridges one is a walking bridge 

Come to Winfield