Elm Avenue Park
261 Elm Avenue
Delmar, NY  12054

Elm Avenue Park Facilities

Pool Complex 2008

The Elm Avenue Park pool complex will open on June 7, 2008.

The Elm Avenue Park pool complex is open daily from June 7 to Labor Day, September 1, 2008, 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. The concession stand offers a variety of hot and cold food and drinks at reasonable prices. No alcohol or glass containers are allowed. Enjoy the best outdoor pool facility in the Capital District!

Hours 2008
The hours of operation are listed below (weather permitting):

*Olympic and L-Shaped pools and Splash Islands.....	Monday-Friday 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday-Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
*Diving pool:......................................	Daily 12:35 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 30-August 8 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 16 to Labor Day 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 and Sunday.

Pool Admission Procedure 2008

Please note:  Our new pass management system means that ALL residents will need a NEW pool pass for 2008!

Pay-as-you-go Pass
Swipe your new pass and pay admission at the ticket booth. Non-resident guests must be accompanied by a resident with a new pool pass.

Season Pass
Swipe your pass and enter the pool complex.

Pool Passes and Fees 2008

Pool Passes 2008
Our new pass management system means that ALL residents will need a NEW pool pass for 2008!  New pool passes will have a photo and bar code. All residents age 5 and older must have a pool pass to enter the pool complex.  Family rates apply to residents at the same address.  Proof of residency is required to obtain a new pass or update a previously issued pass. Acceptable proof of residency required: Photo I.D. AND one of the following which must have a printed street address (no P.O. boxes): a current utility bill, property tax bill or lease agreement.

To avoid waiting, obtain passes early.  You may get your new pool pass beginning May 27 - avoid the long lines on hot, sticky days and get your passes early!

Pool passes (PVC plastic) may be obtained or updated at the Park office during the hours listed below (old, laminated passes will no longer be updated):

Pool Fees (2008)

Season Pass Rates

*Non-validated pool passes and non-resident guest rates are double.
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 (2008)

*Non-validated pool passes and non-resident guest rates are double. Refunds cannot be granted.
Credit cards are not accepted for pay-as-you-go payments.

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
• 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 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

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Picnic Facilities

There are three pavilions at Elm Avenue Park. Two are small and can accommodate approximately 35 people each. The large pavilion can seat approximately 400 people. All of the pavilions have picnic tables and grills.  The large pavilion also has horseshoe pits, a volleyball court, a softball field, rest rooms, electricity and over-sized grills. The pavilions are open from 9 a.m. to dusk Monday through Saturday and Noon to dusk on Sundays. Residents of the Town of Bethlehem and Town of Bethlehem-based organizations may reserve the pavilions at Elm Avenue Park for recreational functions. Beginning January 1 of each year, town residents and Town of Bethlehem-based organizations may call439-4955, option 3 to determine availability and obtain a permit request form (or you print one from the links, below) and fee information. Permits for ALL users will be issued on a first come, first paid basis. Fees vary depending on the size of the group. Picnic tables are also available at the playground, the tennis area, near the small pavilions, and in the glass enclosed area adjacent to the pool complex.

Elm Avenue Park Large Pavilion		Elm Avenue Park Pavilion A		Elm Avenue Park Pavilion B
Large Pavilion Permit Request		Small Pavilion Permit Request
Elm Avenue Park Warming Area Request Form

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Playground

The playground area has slides, swings, mazes, sandboxes, a variety of other apparatus, a picnic area, shade and portable rest rooms. The playground area may not be reserved and closes at dusk. Please note, the playground area will be closed for three days in July or August for maintenance. Please observe the rules posted at the entrance to the playground.

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Playing Fields

Playing fields include seven softball fields, five baseball fields and nine soccer fields at Elm Avenue Park. These areas are generally reserved for community teams in the evenings and weekends from April through October. The field areas are generally available on weekdays until 5:00pm. Town based organizations may reserve playing fields by contacting the Parks and Recreation office.  A field request form, a certificate of insurance naming the Town of Bethlehem as the additional insured and a complete practice and game schedule are required.

Field Request Form

A snack bar and restroom facility at the Line Drive ball field area are available. Line Drive is located off the Route 32 Bypass Extension.

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Fitness Trail

The 1.3 mile fitness trail winds through a wooded area at the rear of the park, and includes 20 exercise stations with 32 different exercises. Please follow the instructions for each station and walk the upper section to avoid injury. The trail also serves as a very nice walking/nature trail. The trail is open until dusk, year round. Bicycles and all motorized vehicles are prohibited.

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Tennis and Basketball Courts

Two basketball courts are available and are lit in the evenings beginning the end of May. Lights are turned off at 10:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Courts may not be reserved for individuals. Basketballs may be signed out at the pool desk. Please observe court rules posted.

Eight tennis courts are available at the Elm Avenue Park. Four courts are lit in the evenings beginning the end of May, depending on usage and weather conditions. Lights are turned off at 10:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Courts may not be reserved for individuals. Please observe the court rules posted on the bulletin board at the courts.

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Volleyball-Horseshoes-Shuffleboard

Three volleyball courts are located within the park. Two courts with a sand surface are located next to small pavilion A. A third court is located at the large pavilion.

Two horseshoe pits are located near the large pavilion.

A regulation size shuffleboard court is located near small pavilion B.

Equipment can be signed out at the pool desk or the Parks and Recreation office.

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Street Hockey

A street hockey rink is located near the tennis courts.

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Winter Activities

The ice skating rink is scheduled to be open daily for general skating when the ice is four inches thick with a good surface. Call 439-4955, option 3 for current conditions and updates. Skating hours are 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday, Saturday and during school vacations. For skating information including current conditions and updates call 439-4955, option 3, 24 hours a day. When the green flag is flying, the skating rink is open. If the red flag is flying, the skating rink is closed. To accommodate hockey players, a portion of the rink will be set aside for hockey. There is no charge for skating or playing hockey.

Cross country skiing and snowshoeing are allowed in all the parks, except on the skating rink, including Colonial Acres. The trails begin at the tennis courts and are marked but not groomed. Maps are available at the Park office.

Snowmobiling is permitted in the field area south of the park office building along Route 32.  Open during daylight hours only.

Sledding is available on the large hill behind the small pavilion A and at Maple Ridge Park. The hills may be closed if they are too icy. Please, no skis or snow boards on the hills. Open during the daylight hours only.

Middle School and High School Ski Club

Winter fun at our parks!

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