City announces seasonal pool closure plan

Sioux Falls outdoor pools will start closing for the season this weekend.

The schedule is:

• Closing Sunday: Frank Olson Pool, McKennan Wading Pool and Terrace Park Family Aquatic Center.
• Closing Aug. 25: Drake Springs Family Aquatic Center.
• Closing Sept. 1: Kuehn Pool, Laurel Oak Family Aquatic Center, Pioneer Spray Park and Hayward Park Splash Pad.

Beginning Aug. 12, Kuehn, Drake Springs and Laurel Oak will reduce their hours and days. The pools will be open from 1 to 8 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

Lap swimming and water walking at Drake Springs will continue from 11 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. weekdays through Aug. 16.

To close the season, two locations will host the annual Swimming Gone to the Dogs event this year. Dog owners are welcome to bring one or two dogs to swim. No registration is required. Dogs must follow off-leash rules and have updated shots.

• Aug. 13: 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Terrace Park.
• Sept. 4: 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Laurel Oak.