On the list of defining characteristics for The Hill is our undeniable love of our four legged family members. Parks abound for recreation , but swimming options are nil.
What to do?
The Department of Parks and Recreation is offering a temporary solution to this dilemma: Doggie Day Swim. Details are below for the September 12th event, so round up your furry ones and make a dog’s day!
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The DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) will host their first DPR Doggie Day Swim on Saturday, September 12, from 12 noon to 4 pm at the Upshur Pool, 4300 Arkansas Avenue, NW, and at Francis Pool, 25th and N Streets, NW. With the end of the outdoor swimming season, this annual event provides dogs with a one day opportunity to enjoy a swim and play games.
Admission is free to DC residents and their dogs, and owners are strongly encouraged to reserve a slot in advance. Attendance the day of the event will be based on capacity at the time of arrival, and reservations will be honored before walk-ins. Reservations can be made online at dpr.dc.gov through DPR’s online registration system. (Doggie Day Swim at Francis Pool; Doggie Day Swim at Upshur Pool)
Dog handlers must be 16 years of age or older, and cannot swim or enter the pool with their dogs. Dogs must be sociable and remain leashed while on the pool deck. All dogs must wear current DC dog license; vaccination tags or have a current rabies certificate or letter from their veterinarian stating that they have received necessary shots in order to gain entry to the event.
During the Doggie Day Swim, there will be limits to the number of dogs in the pool area at one time; 75 dogs at Upshur Pool, and 150 dogs at Francis Pool.