The hardest part is letting go of the idea that a park has to look “tidy.” A Bay Park celebrates happy chaos—driftwood, mud, and native weeds. It’s the opposite of a golf course, and that’s precisely why it works.
So, next time you’re staring at a soggy bit of shoreline, ask yourself: What if I just… played with it? Grab a shovel, call a friend, and start a Bay Park. The water will thank you, and so will the heron that moves in next spring.
