As you draw closer to this playground in Missouri, you’ll begin to hear the delighted shrieks and infectious laughter of children of all ages and from all backgrounds. A dream come true for the kiddos, Jake’s Field of Dreams playground is a sports-themed destination the whole family will love. Yep, even we adults will likely feel like a kid again at this one-of-a-kind Missouri playground.
Laughter is infectious at Jake’s Field of Dreams Playground in Wentzville, a unique playground built in memory of a Missouri boy who dreamed of one day playing sports.
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Jacob Vollmer, the inspiration for this playground for kids of all abilities, was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy as a young boy. While he wouldn’t live to fulfill his dream…
Google/Amanda Jake passed away at the age of 19 in 2012.
His dream lives on through the playground named after him. Jake’s Field of Dreams isn’t your typical playground. It’s all-inclusive so all children can come here and have fun.
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Because of what’s described as the “soft, spongy surface” of the ground, those with mobility issues and in wheelchairs can safely play on the playground.
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A variety of other features, designed to make the playground accessible to all, include slanting climbing apparatus and special seating.
Facebook/Jake’s Field of Dreams Playground The City of Wentzville notes that Jake’s Field of Dreams goes beyond the typical requirements necessary to create ADA-accessible areas.
Adults will likely have just as much fun as the kiddos at this sports-themed playground that even features a play ticket booth.
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Kids can zip down slides, cross monkey bars, and pretend to work at a concession stand.
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Learn more on the Wentzville, Missouri, website. Or, stop by the Jake’s Field of Dreams Playground Facebook page.
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Have you been to this playground in Missouri? What did you think? Let us know in the comments! Got a sweet tooth? You’ll find no better place to satisfy that sugary craving than in this charming small town in Missouri.
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Jake passed away at the age of 19 in 2012.
The City of Wentzville notes that Jake’s Field of Dreams goes beyond the typical requirements necessary to create ADA-accessible areas.
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Address: Field of Dreams, 4440 State Hwy C, Moscow Mills, MO 63362, USA
