Parks and Recreation
Elm Avenue Pool Complex
The Pool Complex is closed for the season
The pool complex is a Tobacco Free Zones. Thank you for your cooperation.
The Elm Avenue Park pool complex is open daily from June 9 to
September 3, 2012, weather permitting. The pool complex consists of a 50 meter pool, an intermediate pool, a diving pool, 2 children's spray pools, children's play area, locker rooms and a concession stand;
please note, the concession stand does not accept credit cards. The concession stand offers a variety of hot and cold food and drinks at reasonable prices. No
smoking and no alcohol or glass containers are allowed. Enjoy the best outdoor pool facility in the Capital District!
Hours
The hours of operation are listed below (weather permitting):
| *Olympic and L-Shaped pools and
Splash Islands..... |
Daily 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
| *Diving pool:...................................... |
Daily 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
| *Concession Stand:............................. |
Daily 11:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
*Special notes:
- Pools are cleared daily at 7:50 p.m.
- Weekdays from June 25-August 3 only a small section of the L-shaped pool will be open from 11 a.m. -
1:00 p.m. and the diving pool will open at 12:45 p.m.
- From August 11 - September 3 the pool complex will be open 11:30 a.m. -
7:30 p.m. Monday-Friday and 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sunday and Labor
Day.
- The concession stand does not accept credit cards.
Pool Admission Procedure
Pay-as-you-go Pass
Swipe your pass and pay admission at the pool desk. Non-resident guests must be accompanied by a
resident with a valid pool pass. See rates, below.
Season Pass
Swipe your pass at the pool desk and enter the pool complex.
Pool Passes and Fees
Pool Passes
In 2008, all old pool passes were replaced with a new photo I.D./bar code
imprinted card. Older cards are no longer renewable or accepted.
All residents age 5 and older must have a pool pass to enter the pool
complex.
If you have a 2008-2011 pool pass, you may elect to
- Renew on-line, avoid waiting in line - here's how
-
Use your household ID and password to renew your pool pass
-
If you do not have a household ID or password, call the Parks and
Recreation Office (439-4955, option 3, then option 4)
-
Residency for all on-line pass renewals will be verified using the 2011
tax rolls; sorry, this option is only available if you are a town
property owner
- Renew it by mail, avoid waiting in line - here's how
- Complete Pool Pass Renewal Form
- If you reside in the Town of Bethlehem but are NOT a property owner, you must provide
proof of residency*
- Include payment (if season pass)
- Renew in person during the hours listed below
If you did not get a pass in 2008-2011, you must obtain a new pass. Bring a
photo I.D. AND proof of residency* to the Parks Office during the hours listed below.
Pool passes may be obtained at the Parks office during the hours listed below
|
|
*Acceptable proof of residency: Photo I.D. AND a current utility bill,
property tax bill or lease agreement (all bills or agreements must have a
printed street address, NO P.O. boxes)
|
|
| |
Monday - Friday |
9:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. |
May 29 - July 6 |
| |
|
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
July 9 - August 17 |
| |
Saturday and Sunday |
11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
June 2 - July 8 |
|
|
$5.00 replacement pass fee
Pool Pass Renewal Form
|
|
FUN HAPPENS HERE!
Click here to access the Online Registration and
Pass Renewal System
|
|
Pool Fees
Season Pass Rates
| *Family 4+.................................................... |
$205.00 |
| *Family 3...................................................... |
$185.00 |
| *Family 2...................................................... |
$145.00 |
| *Individual Adult (age 14-61).......................... |
$ 90.00 |
| *Individual Child (age 5-13)............................ |
$ 75.00 |
| *Child Care Provider (non-resident).................. |
$110.00 |
Visa, MasterCard and Discover accepted for season passes.
Child Care Provider must be employed by a Bethlehem family at least 8 weeks or 30 hours per week during the summer.
Pay-as-you-go Rates
| |
Resident with 2012 validated pass |
Non-resident guest or resident without a pass |
|
| *Adults (age 14-61) .............................. |
|
$4.50 .............. |
|
$7.50 |
|
| After 5:00 p.m. ................................. |
|
$3.75 .............. |
|
$6.00 |
|
| *Senior Citizens (age 62+) ..................... |
|
FREE .............. |
|
$5.00 |
|
| After 5:00 p.m. ................................. |
|
FREE .............. |
|
$3.75 |
|
| *Children (age 5-13) ............................. |
|
$4.00 .............. |
|
$6.00 |
|
| After 5:00 p.m. ................................. |
|
$3.25 .............. |
|
$5.00 |
|
| *Child (under 5) .................................... |
|
FREE .............. |
|
$6.00 (age 2-4) |
|
| After 5:00 p.m. ................................. |
|
FREE .............. |
|
$5.00 (age 2-4) |
|
*Refunds cannot be granted. Please watch weather forecasts carefully.
*Credit cards are now accepted for pay-as-you-go payments; please note,
credit cards are not accepted at the concession stand.
Pool Party Reservations
Town of Bethlehem residents with a valid pool pass may reserve the
"arts and crafts" shelter and surrounding grass area near Splash Islands
for parties according to the following schedule:
Monday - Friday, 4pm-close
Saturday or Sunday, Noon-3pm OR 4pm-close
The fee is $125 and includes admission for up to 20 party attendees
(wristbands will be provided). Additional attendees are $3.75
each. You will also receive a shout out
on the pool PA system and white board greeting. We will also have
a wagon available to transport your party supplies from your car to the
pool area.
Reserve a date now using the Pool Party Permit form. To check for
available dates, use the Online Registration System and select Shop -
Facility - Calendar and select Pool Party Area. Submit form by
mail or in person, with
payment, to the Parks and Recreation Office.
Please Protect Against Recreational Water Illness!
- Individuals with diarrhea shall not use the pools or spray ground
- Shower yourself and your child after using the toilet
- Use foot showers at the spray ground
- Children who are not fully toilet trained must wear a swim diaper covered by rubber pants
- No urinating, discharging of fecal matter, expectorating or blowing the nose in the pool or on the spray ground
- Please use locker rooms for diaper changing
- Spray features use recycled water; DO NOT DRINK
Splash Islands Rules
- Spray ground closed when no lifeguard on duty
- No running, climbing, sitting on spray features, or horseplay
- No smoking, glass containers, food, beverages, toys or gum allowed
- All other pool rules apply
Diving Area Rules
- Dive from the boards only
- No double bouncing
- Only one person on a board
- Be sure area is clear before diving
- Clear diving area immediately after diving
- Diver must be able to swim
- Do not climb the ladder while someone is on the board
- Dive or jump straight off from the end of the board
Individual Swim Lessons - Summer Only
Individual lessons can be arranged by submitting the Individual
Lesson Form (see link below) beginning June 1. The form and payment must be
made in person at the Park Office. All lessons are subject to instructor
availability. Five working days notice is required before the first
requested lesson.
Individual Swimming Lesson Request Form
|
