Longmont officials, kayaking enthusiasts eager for opening of nature area Dickens Farm will provide first-of-its-kind access to St. Vrain River in the city, feature water park By Sam Lounsberry Staff Writer Anticipation more than 15 years in the making will give way to adrenaline come spring when a new water park meant for kayaking and tubing opens at Dickens Farm Nature Area. The new 52-acre nature area also will bring Longmont its first true access point to the St. Vrain Ri