Just in time for the summer heat, pop-up spray parks are coming to help cool you down.
Greater Vernon Recreation Services invites residents to pop on by and visit the pop-up spray parks that are being hosted this summer… but with a change in venue.
Originally, the spray park – which features three fun characters such as Pictus the Cactus – was scheduled to be at the Kin Race Track Athletic Park each weeknight until September. However, staff have determined that more shady spaces should be used when we’re experiencing high heat events like we are this week.
Therefore, the pop-up spray parks will be on the move. Instead of using just one location this summer, staff will visit a variety of parks in Vernon. This will offer a chance to find more shade when needed, as well as easier accessibility for residents throughout the community. Each location will be used for at least one week.
“By moving the spray parks around the community, we’ll have an opportunity to reach more people, adjust accordingly to the weather forecast, and provide a more accessible summer activity for many families to enjoy,” said Shayne Wright, Manager, Recreation Programs.
Where is the spray park today (July 27) and for the rest of this week?
Between today and Friday, July 29, the pop-up park will be located at Lakeview Park (3001 18th Street), between 4:30 and 7:00 p.m. each day.
How do I find future pop-up locations?
To help residents plan their visit to the pop-up park, Recreation Services will post an announcement each Friday with the next week’s location. These posts will be found on Recreation Services’ website (www.gvrec.ca) and on its social media pages (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter).
What are the hours of operation?
The hours of operation will remain Monday to Friday from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. However, based on staff availability, additional spray park times may be added. It should also be noted that spray park schedules may be adjusted for weather and staffing.
Spray park hosts will be on site to monitor safe use of the spray park features, however, please note that child minding is not provided.
Recreation Services thanks everyone for their patience and understanding of these changes.