The center employs Red Cross-trained lifeguards and features a zero-depth pool with interactive toy features, a six-lane 25-yard recreational pool, a poolside climbing wall, two towering water slides, children’s slide and concession stand. Amenities include chaise lounges, umbrellas and picnic tables. Special events are planned in June through August and will be listed at the pool and online. Daily admission is $3 for swimmers and observers. There are also group rates and individual and family season passes available. Birthday parties — The aquatic center is booking birthday parties and other get-togethers. The entire center can be rented out for after-hour private group events. For more information, call 231-8490. All special events at the DOAC will be posted on the DOAC Facebook page www.facebook.com/DOACWillmar othing feels better on a hot summer day than a dip into a pool or lake, or even just a run through a sprinkler. Willmar ROBBINS ISLAND has several ways to keep cool. The Dorothy Olson Aquatic Swimming is allowed at the Virgil Olson Beach during Center with its pools and slides, Rice Park Splash Pad and daylight hours. The sand beach can be reached via a its multiple water features and Foot Lake at Robbins Island paved walking path along Foot Lake; vehicle parking Regional Park all offer hours of summer fun for children and also available. adults alike. There are also swimming lessons available RICE PARK SPLASH PAD through Willmar Community Education. Rice Park Splash Pad opened for the season in early DOROTHY OLSON AQUATIC CENTER May. The new pad has replaced the old wading pool and Located at 1601 22nd St. S.W., seasonal phone number: includes several different water features. 320-441-2018. The aquatic center is scheduled to open Swimming lessons - For information about lessons call for the season June 10, weather permitting. Open daily 320-231-8490 or check www.willmar.k12.mn.us/communityed. 12 to 7 p.m. However, the center will not open for the day if the air temperature is 68 degrees or cooler. Check website There are several different class options for different ages before visiting. and abilities, all held at the Willmar Middle School pool.
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