(Le Mars) — Hundreds of children, being accompanied by their parents, enjoyed the “Day of Play” late Thursday afternoon as hosted by the farm equipment dealer ICON Ag and Turf of Le Mars, Iowa. The rain may have pushed the event indoors, but it did not dampen the spirits of children of all ages, and children at heart from participating. ICON Ag and Turf provided for several activities that kept the children interested and active. Children could ride on a John Deere train being pulled of course by a John Deere lawnmower. A sand box was provided for those imagining themselves as soil excavators. Meanwhile, across the shop area was a race track where young kids could operate a small version of the ultra terrain Gator vehicle. Tucked away in another area of the maintenance shop area was a large inflatable, resembling a skid loader, allowing the children to bounce like a trampoline. In the center of the area, normally designated to repair tractors, combine harvesters, and other farm equipment were tables set up for children to create crafts, get their face painted, and have removable tattoos placed on their cheeks. Every where a person would look, you would see long lines of people waiting for their turn at each activity. Several children took advantage of sitting on the seat of a John Deere lawnmower with hands on the steering wheel, perhaps imagining themselves operating the larger tractors parked outside. Inside the main showroom and lobby, people were busy purchasing a John Deere toy, or buying some type of John Deere clothing. Refreshments consisting of hot dogs, chips, and sodas along with soft served ice cream completed the enjoyment for everyone.
