Bader Memorial Park unveils observation deck

Observation deck provides new lookout for prairie wildlife

On Thursday, May 1, 13 visitors hiked together on Tallgrass Prairie Trail to get a first look at the observation deck.
On Thursday, May 1, 13 visitors hiked together on Tallgrass Prairie Trail to get a first look at the observation deck.

Located right off the Wood River, Bader Memorial Park has built a prairie observation deck for guests to visit a half mile from the main campgrounds. On Thursday, May 1, Bader Park Executive Director Hannah Clark and Deputy Director Tucker Pool took 13 visitors on a hike along the Tallgrass Prairie Trail to get a first look at the observation deck they had built together. The deck provides visitor…