Yeah, this is classic…….there’s signage right there by where those kiddos are climbing up in your second photo that states ’ no climbing, please’…..
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Climbing on these is kind of insane They’re flimsy and rusty metal hahaha
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I for one enjoy both the trolls and the rusty pipes. The more of these “random” things to discover in the park, the better. Not everything is going to appeal to everyone, and that is OK.
The goal should be to have enough variety of things in the park, that it gives almost everyone a reason to visit. Art, playground, dog park, sunflowers, big field, etc.
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Will the signage posted to tell folks not to climb absolve the city from responsibility should a child fall, get hurt, get tetanus from the rusty metal, etc?
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Only one way to find out… test it in court woohoo!
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I say they’re flimsy but maybe they’re rigid, it just looks like they’re thin and flimsy… they might not even really be rusted
When they first appeared I thought they were actual construction materials emphasized text
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It’s been interesting to me how many crowd control devices are in this park (read: fences) - literally every natural area is roped or fenced off. I noticed when comparing to the DT Cary park, there are barely any.. the dog park has them, but you can even walk right up to any of the water unobstructed.
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Fence Wonder Land:
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I see no issue with having many of the heavily planted areas being fenced off in the Gipson Play Plaza portion of the park. That entire area of the park was specifically designed for families to have their children roam around safely, sometimes unsupervised. In order to keep the 1,000 plants and trees in good condition, fencing is needed.
Kids and child-minded adults can be very destructive if given the chance (pictures in recent posts show that).
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Not to mention it is surrounded by a few hundred acres of open park green space and trees.
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Counterpoint:
Put the kids behind fences and let the plants roam free.
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I’ve seen it, in person. It was, indeed, random AF! ((((and that is just fine, again, I don’t hate them at all lmao))))
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My guy… this is all BRAND NEW landscaping, it needs time to settle and grow out a bit lol - the fencing is there to protect the landscaping while it settles in
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Not sure if this is the best place for this, but the Farmers Market is next door to Dix.
Wake County launches study to restore stream at State Farmers Market
Turning a neglected tributary into a community highlight
A small, unnamed stream that feeds into Walnut Creek runs through the busy North Carolina State Farmers Market, carrying runoff from buildings, roads and parking lots. This small stream is the focus of a new feasibility study aimed at restoring its health and managing the State Farmers Market’s stormwater more effectively. The project promises to bring environmental improvements and a greener, more inviting space for visitors.
“This is an impaired stream, which means it receives excessive runoff and can no longer support its natural floodplain or provide a healthy ecosystem for plants and animals,” said Susan Evans, chair, Wake County Board of Commissioners. “An engineering and feasibility study will explore ways to restore the stream and create a healthy buffer after years of erosion and vegetation loss.”
The project site is located within the Walnut Creek watershed, which is listed as a state impaired water. The study will identify ways to slow and reduce stormwater flow and keep sediment out of the creek. It will also explore features like rainwater cisterns, bioretention basins, stream crossings for equipment and educational elements for visitors.
“We are happy to collaborate on this project,” said State Farmers Market manager Monica Wood. “Stabilizing the banks will protect the surrounding land, and a new stream crossing will give better access to areas for demonstration farm plots that we have been planting the last few years.”
Beginning in November 2025, Kris Bass Engineering will launch an 18-month study to evaluate the cost and feasibility of restoring the stream. The study will also assess a range of stormwater treatment options for the entire State Farmers Market property.
The project is funded by a $15,250 grant from the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Water Resources. Once the study is completed, the Wake County Soil and Water Conservation District and the State Farmers Market will collaborate to obtain additional funding to put the study’s recommendations into action.
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Pretty cool initiative - would be a picturesque gateway into the farmer’s market if that creek was rehabilitated and planted with native wetland plants.
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Reminds me of central park but even the grass is fenced off there.
I like this. I like this a lot.
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I made it to Dix to track down the trolls this weekend. I went via bike but felt like I was back in 10th grade on one of those old simulators for drivers ed. People, cars, bikes, dogs, kids all pulling out in front of me here there and everywhere. I have never seen so many people and animals enjoying a day at the park. It was heartening. With the Gipson Play area and now the trolls, I see positive days ahead for Dix Park.
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Sounds like a repeat of last weekend! Nice.
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The trolls are awesome. FTH
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