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Where in Highland Park is Walter?

May 20, 2024

Walter the Raccoon seems to have left behind some items in our parks, can you help find them?

Each day this week, Walter will leave a clue here (and on our Facebook) about which park he’s visited. When you find Walter with the item left behind at one of our parks, scan the QR code to see what fun activity you can do and enter our drawing to win prizes and a gift card!

Friday, May 24

Walter has almost all of his items back! He’s still missing his hiking boots, though. Can you help him find them in one of our parks? Here’s your clue:

“Our Prairie is abuzz with bees,

You can also walk among the trees,

In the winter you can bring skis,

Finding my home base should be a breeze!”

Thursday, May 23

Where have Walter’s binoculars gone? Can you help him find them in one of our parks? Here’s your clue:

“The ocean is far away from here,

But there is still a beach that we hold dear.

It’s the only beach where you can swim,

But wait till it’s warmer before diving in!”

Wednesday, May 22

Walter can’t find his hiking stick! Can you help him find it in one of our parks? Here’s your clue:

“I thought I’d grab my fishing pole,

And head on past the Pickle Ball or Tennis Courts.

There’s a great little fishing hole,

Where you can see animals of all sorts!

If you see ice you’ve gone too far.”

Tuesday, May 21

Walter’s backpack has gone missing! Can you help him find it in one of our parks? Here’s your clue:

“I’ve been spending all my time today,

On space ship slides and the swing set.

I’ll end my day in the perfect way,

By watching a lovely ____________.”

Monday, May 20

Walter misplaced his map! Can you help him find it in one of our parks? Here’s your clue:

“Not far from where I play Mini-golf,

I went looking for birds I could observe.

But now my Map has wandered off,

So I’m looking for it at the ___________.”