Splash park hours extended, safety tips for upcoming hot days

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With news of incoming hot weather please remember to take steps to keep yourselves cool. 

Note the following:

  • The Adventure Splash Park will continue to have extended hours from 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
  • Water fountains are available in several Esquimalt parks:
    1. Saxe – right beside main parking lot 
    2. High Rock – just off pathway in the meadow (dog off leash area)
    3. Memorial – right beside Portland Loo/ playground
    4. West Bay – entrance of the walkway
    5. Gorge – by men’s washroom on Nature House
    6. Adventure Park – lion's head fountain by picnic tables
    7. Esquimalt Recreation Centre- indoor fountains and seating in the atrium
  • The Esquimalt Recreation Centre atrium available during business hours 
  • Waterways and beach access:  there are several entry points to access the ocean. See the list.

  • Park location page or view or parks map

While hot weather can affect everyone’s health, seniors and persons with chronic poor health are most at risk.