Hiking Trails in Baird Texas
The City of Abilene has a whole "storybook" section dedicated to parks, encouraging those to read while enjoying the outdoors.
The Dr. Seuss Park was one of these well-maintained environments that I visited on 11/21/2023.
Even though winter is obviously approaching with coolness in the air, the absence of water in the large fountain, and leaves scattered everywhere, the grounds made for a peaceful fall walk.
I have been a fan of Dr. Seuss since I was little. That admiration of his works re-emerged when I was a teacher over 10 years ago. His books helped my young students as well as my own children to develop a passion for reading.
There were several key characters from Seuss's books that had statues in this small suburban park: The Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, The Grinch with Max (the loyal little canine) at his side, The Lorax & a few more.
Though these are fictional creatures, they certainly teach us important lessons in life.
"A person's a person, no matter how small." That's definitely one of my favorite Seuss quotes. It and other are etched in stones in front of the Abilene Convention and Visitors Bureau nearby.
Free 15-minute parking is available in a small lot within short walking distance.
On Google Maps you might see this park listed as "Everman Park."
Next to the Abilene Zoo you will find Nelson Park. It is a beautiful park that has a lake. You are able to walk or run around the lake. It is so peaceful, quiet and empty.
It is a great place to either stop at before your day at the zoo or after.
Stocking History Baird
| Species | Year | Number Stocked | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bass, Florida Largemouth | 2019 | 12,186 | Fingerling  |
| Shad, Gizzard | 2016 | 135 | Adult  |
| Catfish, Channel | 2016 | 8,313 | Fingerling  |
| Minnow, Fathead | 2016 | 4,167 | Adult  |
| Sunfish, Bluegill | 2016 | 8,175 | Fingerling  |
| Bass, Florida Largemouth | 2016 | 15,583 | Fingerling  |
| Bass, Florida Largemouth | 2006 | 14,586 | Fingerling  |
| Bass, Florida Largemouth | 2003 | 7,849 | Fingerling  |
| Catfish, Channel | 2002 | 13,455 | Fingerling  |
| Catfish, Blue | 1999 | 14,654 | Fingerling  |
| Bass, Florida Largemouth | 1999 | 14,437 | Fingerling  |
| Catfish, Channel | 1998 | 7,200 | Adult  |
| Catfish, Channel | 1998 | 3,600 | Fingerling  |
| Bass, Florida Largemouth | 1998 | 15,263 | Fingerling  |
| Perch, Yellow | 1996 | 57,854 | Fingerling  |
| Bass, Florida Largemouth | 1995 | 14,400 | Fingerling  |
| Perch, Yellow | 1995 | 28,800 | Fingerling  |
| Sunfish, Green x Redear | 1995 | 30,151 | Â |
| Bass, Florida Largemouth | 1988 | 14,400 | Fingerling  |
| Catfish, Channel | 1987 | 14,548 | Fingerling  |
| Bass, Florida Largemouth | 1983 | 5,200 | Fingerling |
| Species | Year | Number Stocked | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bass, Florida Largemouth | 2019 | 12,186 | Fingerling  |
| Shad, Gizzard | 2016 | 135 | Adult  |
| Catfish, Channel | 2016 | 8,313 | Fingerling  |
| Minnow, Fathead | 2016 | 4,167 | Adult  |
| Sunfish, Bluegill | 2016 | 8,175 | Fingerling  |
| Bass, Florida Largemouth | 2016 | 15,583 | Fingerling  |
| Bass, Florida Largemouth | 2006 | 14,586 | Fingerling  |
| Bass, Florida Largemouth | 2003 | 7,849 | Fingerling  |
| Catfish, Channel | 2002 | 13,455 | Fingerling  |
| Catfish, Blue | 1999 | 14,654 | Fingerling  |
| Bass, Florida Largemouth | 1999 | 14,437 | Fingerling  |
| Catfish, Channel | 1998 | 7,200 | Adult  |
| Catfish, Channel | 1998 | 3,600 | Fingerling  |
| Bass, Florida Largemouth | 1998 | 15,263 | Fingerling  |
| Perch, Yellow | 1996 | 57,854 | Fingerling  |
| Bass, Florida Largemouth | 1995 | 14,400 | Fingerling  |
| Perch, Yellow | 1995 | 28,800 | Fingerling  |
| Sunfish, Green x Redear | 1995 | 30,151 | Â |
| Bass, Florida Largemouth | 1988 | 14,400 | Fingerling  |
| Catfish, Channel | 1987 | 14,548 | Fingerling  |
| Bass, Florida Largemouth | 1983 | 5,200 | Fingerling |
