Watershops Pond — Attraction in Springfield

Who would have known that Watershops Pond was created by the damming of the Mill River over 100 years ago. My dad used to speak of winter skating on the pond - one of the few places to get to and to enjoy, given that these were Great Depression years. He and his brothers also went there to get ice to fill the "ice box" for their refrigerator. And now? Well, as we know, the water isn't clean enough in which to swim, but many people like to fish there, on the way down from the General Edwards Bridge (the only bridge that spans Roosevelt Ave), and you'll see many residents who have a walkway down to the pond and can launch their kayaks from their homes. There is, however, the need for anyone near the water not to leave trash there. And there's something of a $250,000 park to be installed on Alden St, not far from the entrance to Springfield College. Should be...

Growing up, I was always told, this was lake Massasoit, also called the water shop ponds.

It's a great place to stop at during a busy afternoon, very peaceful. I especially love the geese that walk around, although I haven't seen them lately, they bring a beautiful touch to...

Great Spot to catch trout Bass and pumpkin seeds also a great spot...