Tom McCall Waterfront Fountain

The Tom McCall waterfront park is the product of a task force compiled by Gov. Tom McCAll in 1968 to created a public open space in place of what was then, Harbor Drive.  In 1974 construction began and the park was completed by 1984 and named Governor Ton McCall Waterfront Park.

Today it is a site for tourists and a cool place to play on a summer day.  With a stunning display of water, the fountain is the centerpiece of the park.  Spending just a few minutes observing children play on a hot summer day, one can’t help but get caught up in the energy that runs through Portland.

On any given summer day you will also find plenty of vendors ranging from signature Portland eats, cycle carts, rock climbing, and tie-dye T-shirts.

Local Park Series } Beaverton City Park

The Park: Beaverton City Park features a shooting fountain, perfect for a hot day!  Dress accordingly!  There are lots of places to sit and relax!

Located at: 5^th and Watson by the Beaverton Library.

A Fun Picnic Theme: The water cycle

What to Picnic:

–         Dehydrated fruit=water cycle elements

–         Water, duh!

–         Popsicles, frozen state

What to Play:

–         Have your child watch drops of water fall on the ground then wait for them to dry up, explain evaporation.

–         Learn about the water cycle here.

–         Earlier in the week have your child make ice cubes to take in a water bottle to the park.  Teach them about the different states of water. solid-liquid-gas

–         Anything you picnic requires water to get to your plate, explain in each instance how water was involved.

–         Take your child to the library and do a little research!

–         Water-balloon toss, squirt guns, or other water games.

–         Bring water toys, children love filling buckets, measuring cups, sponges, or whatever you can find!

–         Don’t forget to bring towels, or to explain why evaporation can make you shiver!  Brrrrrr!