A Year in the Life of Forest Park

Posted on March 8th, 2010 by Erin Callier

As spring approaches (It’s almost here! It’s almost here!) Forest Park is on the cusp of its busiest season. As locals and tourist head out of hibernation and toward the wonders of this gigantic urban oasis, the paths will be packed with bikes, the many free attractions will nearly burst at the seams, and the grassy knolls will be strewn with sunbathers and picnic baskets galore. _c5s0358

Open every day of the year, Forest Park is one of the largest urban parks in the U.S. and no matter what the season, offers an unquantifiable number of wonders and attractions. None knows this better than St. Louis-based photographer, Edward Crim, whose blog, Forest Park 365, chronicles a year in the life of this phenomenal park.

If you’ve ever visited or plan on visiting Forest Park, a troll through this prolific and often stunning photo blog is a must. Crim captures the essence of Forest Park with breathtaking images, whimsical family moments, wacky wildlife, creepy wildlife (insert shudder here), happy parkgoers, romance and many intimate glimpses of the creatures who call Forest Park home.  Day and night , rain or shine,  winter, spring, summer and fall, Forest Park 365 is a virtual masterpiece.

_c5s3883 For those planning a trip to Forest Park, Crim’s site is a great opportunity to see all the wonderful ways to spend a day, or two, or three in the park. Rent a paddle boat, take a Segway tour, go fishing, bike,  golf, take in a match, visit the zoo, attend one of the many events hosted in the park or simply stroll and watch the sunset.

On Fri., April 30, Norton’s Fine Art & Framing will host a free art event with Edward Crim and the 68, 492 photos from his year in Forest Park. Stop in from 5-8 p.m. and hear readings by Crim, a slideshow and the chance to win some of Crim’s work.

Credit: All photography by Edward Crim.

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