Missoula Parks Aquatics Update June, 2020

Press release from the City of Missoula:

June 8, 2020

“The Lake,” Splash Montana’s 50-meter pool, will open for adult lap swim, youth swim team practice, and adult Aquacize classes only, beginning Wednesday, June 10. Swimmers may reserve a lap lane or an Aquacize class at www.missoulaparks.org/register or by calling 721-PARK. Small group pool rentals and private swim lessons at Splash Montana may be allowed under current COVID-19 restrictions. Call 721-PARK (7275) for more information.

Splash Montana is working closely with the Missoula City-County Health Department to begin Recreation Swim for all ages (at reduced capacity) as soon as possible. The State reopening guidelines for public pools are extremely restrictive, and the County Health Officer must approve City pool operations. The tentative start date for swim lessons and limited recreation swim is June 22.

Most spray decks and splash pools will be open by Friday, June 19. Residents must observe strict 6’ physical distancing at all aquatics facilities.

Currents Aquatics Center will remain closed at this time, due to greater public health and safety restrictions placed on indoor aquatic facilities. Again, Parks and Recreation is working with Missoula City-County Health to comply with state regulations and safely reopen facilities as soon as possible.

Please review the information linked below about how to enjoy Splash Montana safely during the pandemic. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Aquatics Manager Eric Seagrave at seagravee@ci.missoula.mt.us or 721-PARK (7275.)

This press release was produced by the City of Missoula. The views expressed here are the author’s own.