MEDINA, Ohio -- The Medina County Park District opened another brand-new park on Saturday.

Shotwell Gardens at Lake Medina features an accessible paved trail, two garden ponds, a small amphitheater, a restroom, interactive outdoor musical instruments, swinging benches, native gardens, a bike repair station and 45 parking spaces.

Walkers seeking access to Lake Medina can park at 4581 Foote Road in Medina Township, then follow a paved trail about 1/3 of a mile to the lake.

Or they can enjoy the amenities right there at Shotwell Gardens.

On Friday (Oct. 24), 100 parks employees, guests and Shotwell family members gathered on a chilly day in their winter coats to learn about the park and the Shotwells’ contribution.

Guests included both Medina mayoral candidates (John Coyne and Jim Shield

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