First Responders, Military, Others Invited To Free Water Park Fun

PORTSMOUTH, NH — A water park in Portsmouth has found a way to say “thank you” to heroes in the Port City with free admission to the park.

Water Country Water Park is offering free entry to the park on Aug. 18 through Aug. 22 to all healthcare workers, first responders, police officers, firefighters, and active duty and retired military members. As many as six guests of each hero will receive a 50 percent off gate-priced admission during the same time period.

Matt Hehl, the general manager of the park, said Salute Our Heroes week was a way the park could thank those involved in helping others get through the pandemic.

“Our team is pleased to be able to offer a token of appreciation to everyone that has been working on the frontlines over the past year,” he said.

Water Country is also teaming up with Portsmouth police and firefighters to host a touch-a-truck event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Aug. 18. Kids can check out the vehicles and they, and their parents can also chat with local firefighters and police officers.

To purchase Salute Our Heroes tickets, visit this link here.

Water Country is open from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday through Friday, and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The park will remain open this season until Sept. 6.

For more information, visit the Water Country website, linked here.

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