Sam Suplizio Stadium and Lincoln Park located in Grand Junction showcase the important use of the Conservation Trust Fund (CTF) and the impact these dollars have on a Colorado community. Originally constructed in 1949, Sam Suplizio Stadium is now owned by the City of Grand Junction. The field and stadium were renovated in 2012 with the help of the CTF. The 10,000 seat venue hosts the Colorado Mesa University Baseball team, the minor league Grand Junction Rockies, and many high school tournaments.
Suplizio Field sits within Lincoln Park, which is located in the center of Grand Junction's parks and recreation system. Residents spend their summer at the Lincoln Park-Moyer Swimming Pool conquering the 50-meter pool, diving well, and twisting waterslide. At the Lincoln Park Golf Course, players enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the mesa while navigating sand traps and hazards over 18 challenging holes. Since 2010, the Lottery through the CTF, has invested over $2.6 million in this community fixture.
With a growing need, and proven benefits of getting back to nature and participating in physical activity, the Conservation Trust Fund has been, and will continue to be, the life-blood for Colorado cities and towns to help citizens utilize all that living in our state has to offer.
CHRIS DROPINSKI SENIOR PRINCIPAL FOR GREENPLAY LLC(A National Parks and Recreation
Management Consulting Firm), Louisville, CO
Former-Director for the city of Boulder
Parks, Recreation, and Mountain Parks
Department, 1990-2001
