Stacey Geffken, one of the current owners of the park, speaks at the park’s 100th Anniversary party.
The roller rink today; the current owners’ goal is to eventually re-open it.
dren, Miles and Kate. They plan on continuing the family legacy of the park and, hopefully, reopening the roller rink that has fallen into decay. They still offer fishing, a ballfield, candy hunts, hay rides, pig roasts, picnicking, tent and RV campsites, and a camp store. On July 22, 2023, Grassmere Park celebrated its 100th Anniversa- ry in operation by the Hess Family. Family and friends came from as far away as Colorado. Stories were told and memorabilia was shared. Grassmere Park has stood the test of time and will contin- ue to do so for generations to come. •
sites complete with firepits, picnic tables, and garbage cans. He also introduced a bathhouse, plumbing, and electricity, as well as an arcade, tennis court, volleyball court, and a camp store. Be- sides the roller rink, dances, and picnics, Fred started having bin- go, hayrides, candy hunts, and pig roasts. He then went to work adding approximately 40 additional campsites.
In 2021, Fred passed unexpectedly. The park is now owned and operated by his daughters, Stacey and Wendy, and his grandchil-
Grassmere Park owners today. Front: Miles Geffken, Kay Hess Mausteller (only surviving child of H. Stanley & B. Ione), Kate Geffken, Back: Wendy Hess Gable, Stacey Hess Geffken (both daughters of Fred Hess)
The Grassmere Park campground is still a popular summer destination today for campers to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
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