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Bradford’s Mutant Beach
July 29, 2007
Mutant Beach is an important part of Bradford’s cultural, and recreational, heritage. Now that summer is in full swing I thought it would be a good time to mention the Mutant Beach Preservation Society’s site MutantBeach.com. Take some time to explore the site which features pictures and information on this, and other similar, Bradford landmarks.
From their website:
WHAT IT IS: Mutant Beach is a concrete flood control device that was painted with the words “Mutant Beach” sometime in the 1970s or early 80s. It is a famous local landmark known throughout the community as a place where some children & adults come to swim. The words have faded but the legend remains.
The Society’s Mission Statement
- To research, document & archive historical information about Mutant Beach
- To collect anecdotal information about Mutant Beach to preserve local culture
- To enhance local tourism by promoting Mutant Beach & other local areas
- To explore other local places important to the Bradford culture
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August 3rd, 2007 at 1:33 pm
Aw… Yes, Mutant Beach. I can remember Mutant Beach as a child. You had to wear shoes so that you would not be cut by one of the many broken beer bottles that lay a bottom the ‘ol Mutant Beach floor. In addition in the good ‘ol days you had the hint of oil in the water along with the classic third worldish churning laundry soap film at the exit of the spill way. Although many of these things have changed, somethings remain the same… when it’s hotter than hell outside, you can always buy a few ice pops with your access card, push all five of your girlfriends kids over to Mutant Beach and enjoy the refreshment of living off the system and not having to work for a living.
August 3rd, 2007 at 3:44 pm
I appreciate your comments Shane. I’m just glad there’s still someplace kids can go to jump in the water and just be kids. That part of the Tuna is a lot cleaner today than it was, it even supports trout. It’s on the route of the Richard E. McDowell Trail, which is a really nice walk, open to the community.
