Gravel Pit Park — Attraction in North East Township

Man, this place is great. I've lived around here for a long time, and I can't think of a single visit to this park that wasn't worth it.

I've been here for picnics, and the Wine Festival, and various birthdays and reunions and music events and celebrations. Always a hoot.

Years ago they used to let us go out to the actual, functioning gravel pit and shoot guns when they weren't working, so that was cool. Some jerks kept blasting TVs and liquor bottles, so they put the kibosh on that. You know who you are, you punks, and you're the reason we can't have nice things.

Nowadays I mostly go here to fly radio controlled aircraft, and it's a really nice spot for that. There's a big open field where I used to practice throwing boomerangs, and there are trees and pavilions to powerloop, and there's a bandstand to hide in when it rains.

The playground has some miles on it, but I'm too old and chicken to jump off the swings anymore, so that doesn't hurt me any.

About fifteen years ago a girl invited me to do part of the Appalachian Trail with her. I had a huge crush on the girl so I agreed. I ran the fitness course at Gravel Pit wearing a fifty-pound pack every day to get in shape. She wound up marrying a handsome doctor....

Once open area with plenty of room for the Vendors to sell their wines. Great variety of wines that were served with a smile. Vendors answered questions and helped you choose a wine that fits your taste. Not very handicap friendly, hard to get up to tables to ask for sample. Plenty of room to maneuver around otherwise. Entertainment was exceptional. The band's played a mix of music to satisfy...

Great park that has been recently updated (they did keep the old turtle for everyone that remembers!) and is very well maintained. Large playground, plenty of space for walking/exercising/biking. Several shelters that can be reserved for private events. Close parking and handicapped...