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Waterguns at the Waterpark

Taken 27 September 2009

This is a view of the really neat waterguns in Bowring Park. What a great setup for kids on warm days.

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Bowring Park Duck Pond, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a view from the Bowring Park duck pond. It has been redone to look quite beautiful and more to help feed and protect the ducks. They are a wonderful site, and the kids go crazy over them. A great destination for any family or couple wishing to enjoy the day with a walk in the park and feeding the ducks. You have to walk from your car a minute or so to get here.14 August 2008
Close up view of Capsules, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a Close up view of Capsules. A great place to swim, suntan or just relax and enjoy the view. It can be very busy on a sunny day down here, lots of kids and families. It is about a 20 minute walk to get to the Capsules walking the trail behind the kids park. Or you can access it by going to Beacon Hill Cresent and on the east side of the street you will see the west entrance.14 August 2008
Duck Pond - Brige and Sitting Area, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a view of the duck pond and bridge where people can view fish sitting right below, feed the ducks or sit on the benches and look at the beautiful scenery around. This is one of the nicest parks in St. John's, a great destination. You have to walk two minutes from your car to the bridge to see this view.14 August 2008
Close Up of Sitting Area and Duck Pond, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a close up view of the duck pond and sitting area setup to watch the ducks. A great destination for kids. You have to walk two mintues from your car to get here.14 August 2008
Ducks Feeding at the Duck Pond, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a picture of ducks feeding at the duck pond in Bowring Park. They have a little island with food on it to feed from, or they dunk in the water and feed from the small fish or left over foods that float by. You must walk 2 minutes from your car to get here.14 August 2008
Ducks in the water in Bowering Park, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a close up of ducks travelling by. They are beautiful and there are many of them around to enjoy. You can buy duck food at the park for the ducks and they love to eat. Great destination for the kids. You have to walk a minute or so to get to the pond from the parking lot.14 August 2008
The Water Fountain Area in Bowring Park, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a view of the new area where the old Water Fountain in Bowring Park used to be. A beautiful site and always ducks are plentiful on this little man made pond. There is a park right next to this area and great for the kids or a picnic. Great destination! You have to walk from the parking lot about 5 minutes to get here.14 August 2008
The Water Fountain Area in Bowring Park Close Up, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a view of the old waterfountain area in Bowring Park. There are ducks and swans here all the time and a great place for the kids. You have to walk from the parking lot about 5 minutes to get here.14 August 2008
Swimming Pool in Bowring Park, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a view of the swimming pool they have in Bowring Park. It is a great place to swim and they are open all summer long and have free sessions daily. You have to walk from the parking lot about 10 minutes to get here.14 August 2008
Bowring Park Auditorium, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a view of the Bowring Park Auditorium. They hold different events here for all ages. A nice place to visit when there is an event going on, while walking in the park. You have to walk from the parking lot about 15 minutes to get here. You walk behind the park onto the trail that is there.14 August 2008
Private Sitting Area in Bowring Park, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a private and very quiet spot to visit. It is just behind the old waterfountain area, where the kids park is located. Behind this area is a trail that leads to the Capsules, which is one of the most beautiful areas in the park. Follow down this trail for about 3-4 minutes and you will see a small trail leading you to the river below. There was and still may be a picnic table there to sit and eat.14 August 2008
Deep Swimming Hole in Capsules, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is where the adults swim in the summer time that don't like swimming pools, but like more of an outdoor swim. It is very deep and there is a cliff for jumping off, about 15 foot high. Great fun! But be very careful! You can access this from Beacon Hill Cresent, where a trail leads to this bridge at top. You must then go behind this area where a steep trail must be walked. Or you can go through the park / swimming pool, through the trail that leads here, about 20-30 minute walk this way.14 August 2008
Swimming Area in Capsules, Bowring Park, St. John's
This swimming area was mainly used for the kids and parents, because it slopes off slowly, rather than drop real deep. It does get deep, but not until you are almost at the falls. A great view and area to swim. Great Destination. You can access this from Beacon Hill Cresent, where a trail leads to this bridge at top. You must then go behind this area where a steep trail must be walked. Or you can go through the park / swimming pool, through the trail that leads here, about 20-30 minute walk this way.14 August 2008
Sliding in Bowring Park, Bowring Park, St. John's
A scene where many people gather to the park for a day of sliding. This has been a tradition since the park has been there, a great place for kids and familys to enjoy the winter weather.4 January 2009
Walking Up The Hill, Bowring Park, St. John's
This picture shows a bunch of kids walking back up the hill from a long slide down. A great day of fun at the park in winter.4 January 2009
Kids Sliding Downhill, Bowring Park, St. John's
A great place to go sliding is here at Bowring Park. Kids flock here in the wintertime and have fun for endless hours. Great destination!4 January 2009
End of the Hill, Bowring Park, St. John's
A picture of the kids at the end of the hill that they slide down. A great bit of fun for the whole family... Even the adults can have fun with todays winter toys to slide down the hill.4 January 2009
Caribou in Bowring Park (Usually Mistaken for a Moose), Bowring Park, St. John's
A picture of the statue Caribou (Usually Mistaken for a Moose) that stands in Bowring Park in the winter. A beautiful site and great place to visit.4 January 2010
Close Up of Caribou (Usually Mistaken for a Moose), Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a close up from the front side of the Caribou (Usually Mistaken for a Moose) in Bowring Park. A beautiful site to see.4 January 2010
Mini Falls next to Caribou (Usually Mistaken for a Moose), Bowring Park, St. John's
This is beautiful picture of the small waterfall that the Waterford river runs through next to the Caribou (Usually Mistaken for a Moose).4 January 2010
Waterford Valley River, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a picture of the river that flows through Bowring Park called the Waterford Valley River. A beautiful scene in the winter.4 January 2009
Waterford Valley River Close Up, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a close up of the river that runs through Bowring Park. A beautiful place to visit, anytime.4 January 2009
Ducks Everywhere, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a picture of hundreds of ducks in the Duck Pond at Bowring Park. It is a beautiful scene in the winter as the ducks eat the ice that builds up around the shoreline.4 January 2009
Ducks and Swans in Bowring Park, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a beautiful scene where there are swans and ducks all around in the water. There are many different looking ducks and swans that make this area simply amazing.4 January 2009
Ducks Lined Up Eating Ice, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a very nice picture of ducks that are lined up against the cold ice, chewing on it as if it were food. A very enjoyable time and unique to see. A must see destination in the winter.4 January 2009
Swan Posing in Water, Bowring Park, St. John's
This swan saw the camera and came right over for a picture. He stayed around for a few pics and then headed back toward the east end of the duck pond. A beautiful bird, such elegance.4 January 2009
3 Swans in Duck Pond, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a picture of 3 beautiful swans that are feeding in the water. 2 of them have their heads dunked in the water and the other one is just enjoying the scenery. A beautiful destination.4 January 2009
Multi Colored Swan, Bowring Park, St. John's
Most swans are pure white. This guy is brown and white mixed together making him look very unique in comparison to other swans. What a beautiful destination.4 January 2009
Peter Pan in Bowring Park, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a picture of Peter Pan statue that is near the duck pond in Bowring Park. This place is full of beautiful scenery and statues such as this to remember soliders and others that have made a significant contribution to our province.4 January 2009
Peter Pan Statue Close Up, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a close up picture of Peter Pan that rests in Bowring Park. A beautiful statue.4 January 2009
The Fighting Newfoundlander, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a statue of the Fighting Newfoundlander that recogonizes our soliders from the early 1900's. He is holding a grenade and about to throw it. A beautiful statue.4 January 2009
Close up of The Fighting Newfoundlander Statue, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a close up view of the statue The Fighting Newfoundlander that recogonizes our soliders from the early 1900's. He is holding a grenade and about to throw it at our enemy. A beautiful statue to see.4 January 2009
The Old Cannon, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a picture in the winter of the Cannon that is next to the bridge as you walk through the park. A beautiful scene and great place for a scenic walk.4 January 2009
Kids Waterpark in Bowring Park, Bowring Park, St. John's
There is the neatest waterpark area recently constructed in Bowring Park. A great place to bring your kids on a warm day to have some water fun!27 September 2009
Provincial Half in Bowring Park, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a view of the runners receiving medals as they cross the finish line, in the Provincial Half sponsored by NLAA race at Bowring Park. This was the last half to the race and looked to be a great success.27 September 2009
Water Shower in Waterpark, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a view of the newly developed water shower that runs water over the kids. What a great setup!27 September 2009
Showerlike Structure in Waterpark, Bowring Park, St. John's
Another showerlike structure that pours water over the kids in the waterpark in Bowring Park.27 September 2009
Small Park off to the side, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a smaller park that is located just to the side of the main park. There is one slide, a couple of see-saws and a few swings. Great if the other area is full, if you would like some space with your child.27 September 2009
Sponge Floor Play Area for Kids, Bowring Park, St. John's
This area has a sponge floor that is very safe for kids. It has been recently redone (2009) and looks great. They done an awesome job on this part and I highly recommend that everyone see this place while your here or around the area. Bring your kids and your friends kids - They will love it!27 September 2009
Lawn Bowling Area in Bowring Park, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is the area where they Lawn Bowl in Bowring Park. What a beautifully kept up lawn, very professional.27 September 2009
Weaping Willow Tree in Lawn Bowling Area, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a view of the beautiful weaping willow tree that is just inside the gates where they lawn bowl. An amazing tree, they look very beautiful. There is also one down by the bungalo, that is much larger.27 September 2009
Soccer Field in Bowring Park, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a view of people playing Soccer in Bowring Park. They have a very large and well kept Soccer field just up from the park area. It is a great place to play Soccer.27 September 2009
Skate and Bike Park in Bowring Park, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a view of the skateboard and bike park that is located in Bowring Park. A nice place to ride to and around, for the scenery is amazing. They really keep up the park these days. (2009)27 September 2009
Weeping Willow Tree in Bowring Park, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a view of the amazing looking Weeping Willow tree that is next to the bungalo in Bowring Park. What a great site to see.27 September 2009
Sun Dial in Bowring Park, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is very neat, a Sun Dial. This tells the correct time during daylight hours and was used back in history as a method to tell time. A great thing to see, very rare.27 September 2009
The Bungalo in Bowring Park, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a view of the beautiful Bungalo that they have in Bowring Park. They really keep everything so nice and neat around here, it really looks amazing.27 September 2009
Tennis Courts in Bowring Park, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a view of the Tennis Courts that are located in Bowring Park. A very nice and clean surface to play a great game of Tennis!27 September 2009
View From The Bridge, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a nice view from the top of the bridge near the duck pond in Bowring Park. What a very beautiful place and comes highly recommended to visit.27 September 2009
Duck Pond in Bowring Park, Bowring Park, St. John's
This is a view of the duck pond that is in Bowring Park. They have all the flowers throughout the water and ducks, it looks great. Nice work Bowring Park!27 September 2009