We've gone to the Paddock Square about 20 times so far in 2013 and I think the reason the bleachers are the seat of last choice is because they have no backs. I don't understand why they would spend all that money building such a nice pavilion, which has come in handy during rain storms, and yet not spring for a few dollars more.
Unlike at Lake Sumter, the folding chairs used at the Paddock are not hard plastic but are made from a soft rubber material which is very comfortable to sit on. Given the choice for a comfortable seat nearer the stage or the hard bleachers without a back, most choose the folding chair. Also where LSL has vast areas that are covered in hot sunlight until it sets which forces everyone to sit near the sides, the grandstands at the Paddock helps block the sun and allows for sitting near the dance area during daylight.
If I had the ability to made improvements. One would be to add backs to the bleacher seats at the Paddock and the other would be create some form of canvas roof covering the open area of LSL and provide much needed shade.
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