A key component of the redevelopment effort known as The Ramble is Tidewater Park. The park is envisioned as a nature-based playground with a theme that recognizes the area’s Nanticoke Native American heritage.
Environmental grants have resulted in an extensive environmental assessment and the construction of a unique artificial wetland built on the site to provide habitat, filter stormwater runoff and protect against flooding and erosion. A walkway throughout the Tidewater site is built, and parking is available. Tree plantings there improve shade and also protect water quality.
The final major step is to actually construct the playground equipment, which has been designed by the Austin, Texas-based firm of Kompan Playground Fitness and Solutions (see video at right).
