Minnesota Townball Fields Review

Webster Township was established in 1855 and named after Ferris Webster, a local store owner. The township is 35.7 miles in size, and within it is the unincorporated town of Webster. Webster has approximately 40 homes, a post office, a supper club, an elevator, and a few repair shops. Just west of Webster is a gravel road that leads north 1/4 mile to the local park and ball field.  There was no history for the  Webster Sox team or information about the field available. Parking A large gravel lot is off the main entrance road.  The parking is situated at an adequate distance to eliminate issues with vehicle damage and foul balls.  There were several spaces when I arrived 10 minutes before the game, but overflow parking was needed by the end of the first inning.  There was no indication of the attendance cost until the 5th inning, when a team representative walked the crowd to collect $5. Spectator options   There are two small bleachers, one on the...

There is very little information available on the history of Sechler Park. Initially, the area consisted of sawmills, grist mills, and other industrial facilities along the Cannon River. The milling industry experienced a decline in the late 1800s. Nevertheless, Northfield continued to be an essential hub of economic, educational, and recreational activity, with dairy farming and development along the banks of the Cannon River. As industrial development along the Cannon River slowed, interest in opportunities for parks, trails, and open spaces on public land increased, leading to the creation of Sechler Park and several other public spaces in the city.  Sechler Park's prime location along the Cannon River has been a cherished community space since the mid-1900s. Today, Sechler Park serves as a successful example of transforming a former industrial riverfront area into an inviting public park, reflecting the city’s historic ties to the river and its commitment to outdoor recreation...