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Now that we’ve had a cold snap – and along with it, snow – we can say that winter is here. Although many of the conditions associated with winter (snow, ice, cold weather, etc.) make us grumble, it should be pointed out that there is a bright side. Because of our recent periods of less-than-balmy weather, it should be a great time to see one of the area’s most eye- catching winter visitors – bald eagles.
Bass Pro donates kayaks, funds for kids programs for Springfield parks News-Leader staff
The start of boat rental season at Lake Springfield included a major donation from Bass Pro Shops.
The outdoor retail giant announced a grant for the parks department to add kayaks and provide outdoor events for children.
The total value of the donation is $27,680, and includes 40 new kayaks of various sizes, made locally in Lebanon, as well as paddles and life jackets for use in Park Board boat rentals at Lake Springfield. It also bolsters Park Board Outdoor Initiatives programs and provides various fishing equipment for use at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park.