With temperatures rising, pool season gets started in Maryland Heights.
Maryland Heights gets the pool season underway this week as it opens Aquaport for the season. The aquatic center opens May 25 on a daily basis, 11:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. The daily rate for the pool and aquatic center will be $4 for children and $5 for adults who are residents of Maryland Heights.
Each year, Aquaport is open for owners and their dogs to take a swim in the pool after it closes for the season. This year, residents can come out on Labor Day, Sept. 3, to join in the fun from 6:15-8:15 p.m.
There are always tons of events around town in St. Louis on Labor Day but not many where both you and your pooch can participate together in a unique, once-a-year event. Labor Day 2012 offers Maryland Heights residents and their furry pals one last chance to cool off in the pool at the annual “Labor Day Dog Swim.” Owners and their dogs can frolic in the pool after it closes for the season from 6:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. at Aquaport, located next to the Maryland Heights Community Centre. “We’ve been having this event for about nine years now, and usually around 100-150 dogs and 200-250 people show up throughout the night," said Eilien Ramirez, facility supervisor. The record number of dogs participating in this event comes close to 200, …
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The Aquaport's concession area got a score of 100 for the facility's last inspection.
Patrons of the Aquaport's concession stand can rest easy about any health concerns. The St. Louis County Depeartment of Health gave the area a score of 100 in its June 4 inspection. The latest score is consistent with their July 13, 2011 score—which was also 100. You can check out the whole report on the St. Louis County Department of Health website.
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Deal site LivingSocial has 50 percent off a one-day Aquaport pass.
Ready to get some swim-time in? The Maryland Heights Aquaport is offering 50 percent off a one day pass via LivingSocial. The pass usually costs $10 for a child ages 4-15, and $15 for an adult pass. The LivingSocial deal offers a $5 children's pass and $7 adult pass. The Aquaport opened for Summer 2012 Memorial Day weekend.
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This week we found a video of a water-bound canine enjoying the Aquaport.
Many videos from around Maryland Heights are on YouTube—and each week we're going to find the best of them. This week we've found a video showing Bailey the Dog taking a swim at the Aquaport. Have you ever taken your dog to the facility's annual dog/human swim-time? Know of other great YouTube videos from around Maryland Heights? Shoot a link to rob.mclean@patch.com and you might see it on Maryland Heights Patch!
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The summer heat drew a crowd at Aquaport as adults, teens, and children cooled off in the park's various facilities.
People seemed to have the same idea as crowds gathered at Aquaport over Memorial Day Weekend. Because of the hot weather, the park had a large turn-out for its opening day of the season. With numerous pools and slides, and tasty cold treats, the park is the perfect way to kick off the summer. Aquaport's 750-foot lazy river and the pink rapid tube slide remain a popular attraction for visitors. For non-residents, admission to the park is $15 for adults and $10 for children. For residents who have a current resident discount card, admission is $5 for adults and $4 for children.
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The Maryland Heights-based waterpark opened this morning at 11 a.m.
The Maryland Heights waterpark Aquaport opened Saturday morning at 11 a.m. Visitors came to enjoy the pools and water slides. A mass of visitors lined-up outside the waterpark before it opened, while concession stand workers readied for the influx of people. Check out the photos we took of Aquaport's opening day! And be sure to let us know how opening day at Aquaport was. Did you take any pictures? Feel free to upload them to this story by hitting the "upload" button!
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This week we're asking for your opinion on the local water park, Aquaport!
Welcome to the “Review It!" Every Saturday we’ll select a business in Maryland Heights and ask you, the reader, to give it a review. You can review a business via its directory listing—giving the entity between one and five stars. You can also leave a note explaining why you think this business deserves the rating, good or bad. This week we’re taking a look at Aquaport! Review the facility via the Aquaport's listing on Maryland Heights Patch The Aquaport is set to open today, according to the City of Maryland Heights' website. Is it the best place to cool off on a summer day? How exciting are the water slides? How friendly are the staff members? We want to know! Do you own or manage a business in Maryland Heights? Make sure to claim your …
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The local water park is set to open May 26.
Are you ready for splish-splashing summer fun? Maryland Heights’ Aquaport is almost open! The City of Maryland Heights’ website indicates Aquaport will open on Saturday, May 26. Saturday hours are 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Once the facility is open, weekday hours will be 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Hours on Sunday will be from noon – 7 p.m. Visit the city’s website for information on how to buy Aquaport daily and season passes.
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Rob McLean
7:50 am on Wednesday, May 16, 2012
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