Mattis Park — Attraction in Champaign

Mattis Park - the beautiful park overlooking from the Amdocs Office. It spans over almost 24 acres and the land has been donated by Mrs.H.I.Cone and Mrs.Alan McDonald.

Coming to office is a delight with a view of the lush greenery and the divine fall colors to look around to.The park is spread across wide open spaces - it can be comfortably used for picnic or as a children's play area too.

The small pond in the center of the park is an added attraction, and apparently fishing is allowed in the pond. The park is facilitated with a walking trail for the joggers, cycle-rs or walkers passing by. There are plentiful of benches and shelters in the park for one to relax and sink in the view. The lovely fall colors on the trees are the one that draw all the attention, it just wants you to just adorn them. There is something about these fall colors, just can't have enough of them.

And what better place to gasp some fresh air post the hectic work at office.

Cheers to life!!

~Journey of a thousand miles begins with a...

This location is somewhat isolated from the university, situated in a more secluded area without any main roads nearby. Initially, it was exciting, and I wasn't sure what to expect. The pond we walked around was a decent distance, but there wasn't much to see. Although there were fewer people, there wasn't much sightseeing to enjoy. What I didn't anticipate was the presence of numerous memorial crosses for people who had passed away. My mood shifted from happy to somewhat somber upon seeing these tributes. While I am sympathetic, I felt a park should be more of a place for recreation...

Don't sleep here. It just isn't a good idea. I'm not saying it's 100% for certain haunted, but there is a strong chance you will wake up with ectoplasm all over your clothes and your wallet missing. The lingering aroma of colt 45 also seems to stick to everything. Was this a Civil War battle site? If you really, really insist on taking a nap here for 45 minutes or longer, I insist on taking along some sage to cleanse negative energy, or maybe some fruit as an offering to the earthbound spirits. Really nice view and well...