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Beaverton Swim Center hosts second Doggie Paddle Sept. 1
August 15, 2013
By pup-ular demand, the Doggie Paddle is back.
Right before the Beaverton Swim Center closes temporarily for an improvement project, the Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District will host its second dogs-only swim on Sunday, Sept. 1, from 1 to 4 p.m.
“After the first Doggie Paddle in February at our Aloha Swim Center, we had so many people asking when we were doing it again,” said Sharon Hoffmeister, THPRD’s superintendent of Aquatics. “We are glad we have another opportunity to offer a fun and unique event for our four-legged friends.”
Beaverton Swim Center, 12850 SW 3rd Street (next to Beaverton High School), will close from Sept. 2 to Dec. 1 for seismic upgrades and other improvements funded by THPRD’s 2008 voter-approved bond measure. Before that happens and the pool is drained and cleaned, pooches will be able to splash and play.
Space is limited, so THPRD recommends registering early to guarantee a spot. Call 503/629-6312 or register at www.thprd.org. Cost is $5 per dog in advance or $8 on the day of the event.
All dogs are welcome, large and small. Check-in begins 15 minutes before each scheduled swim session (1-2 p.m., 2-3 p.m. and 3-4 p.m.).
Owners are asked to bring towels to dry their dogs and disposable pet waste bags to quickly clean up any messes. Water toys are permitted.
No other pets or humans will be allowed in the pool, though owners will be allowed on deck to play with their dogs. Just like at home, dogs will need to obey a few house rules:
Dogs must be licensed, vaccinated and at least six months old.
Dogs must remain on a leash to and from the pool.
Collars are required in the water.
Female dogs in heat are not permitted.
Disobedient dogs may be turned away.
Dogs may not be left unattended.
Patrons are also encouraged to bring donations of high-quality dog/puppy food, Frontline products, soft dog treats and Kong toys to benefit the Bonnie L. Hays Small Animal Shelter.
Patapoff, longtime BSC supervisor, is retiring
The Doggie Paddle marks the final THPRD event for Sharron Patapoff, who has supervised the Beaverton Swim Center since 1983. Patapoff, whose accomplishments include founding THPRD’s Specialized Aquatics program, will be feted by friends, co-workers and patrons at a pool party on Saturday, Aug. 31, from noon to 5 p.m. The public event includes two hours of free swimming (lap swim 12-1 p.m.; open swim 1-2 p.m.) for all guests who bring non-perishable food donations to benefit the Oregon Food Bank.
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Contact:
Bob Wayt
Director – Communications
503/614-1218 (direct)
503/686-5134 (cell)
Date: August 15, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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