4551 Fort Drive, NW
That was fast. Thanks to P. for passing on from DPR: “Wilson Aquatic Center is closed today, 6/24 due to emergency maintenance”
Update from DPR: “ALERT: Wilson pool is now closed for the day (6/26). The humidity threshold has been met. Hearst pool remains open until 8pm.”
Pool was still closed yesterday the 6/25 when I took these photos: (more…)
photos by Christopher Chern
Yesterday we shared the news that Roosevelt Island was closed due to a “wildlife management situation”, “apparently they have a bear?” And a bear they do have! Thanks to Justin for sharing this morning: (more…)
Thanks to Justin for sending Sunday: “Does anyone have any idea why Roosevelt Island is closed today?”
Megan replied: “Park Service site says “wildlife management” – apparently they have a bear?”
NPS alerts say: “Theodore Roosevelt Island Closed on 6/18/2023 for Wildlife Management
Alert, Severity, closure, Theodore Roosevelt Island Closed on 6/18/2023 for Wildlife Management
Theodore Roosevelt Island is closed on Sunday, June 18th, for wildlife management. The parking lot, Mount Vernon trail, and bikeshare station remain open the public.”
and (more…)
photo by wizzyliz
Update from ANCJosh (Josh Jacobson):
“Diving board: hoping to replace with a 0.5m board pending DC Health follow up. Diving board standards changed, and pool is not deep enough to support a 1m board. The depth further from board might not be enough for a 0.5m board. Hoping to have more info on approval in 2 weeks.
best case is that a shorter board comes back before end of summer. The pool might not be deep enough to meet health code though.”
“Dear PoPville,
Do you now what happened to the diving board at Banneker pool? Is it coming back?”
I asked DPR 11 days ago (June 5) and was told, “I’ll see what info I can get for you on this.” Unfortunately no further updates despite continued requests. Will update when/if they follow up.
Thanks to Emily and all who sent word: “Very happy to report that Wilson Pool was open and being put to good use at 6 am! (more…)
From the National Park Service: “The NPS is working with the Washington Humane Rescue Alliance and is interviewing witnesses to gather more information about the dog and its owner. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
The current state of Malcom X / Meridian Hill Park? The long awaited reopening came in January, just for park officials to let the park rapidly decay. The grass is taller than my 70 lb dog and there is glass everywhere.” (more…)
From the National Park Service:
“On Sunday, May 14, an off-leash dog attacked a wild beaver in Rock Creek Park near Boulder Bridge. Due to the severity of its injuries, the beaver was euthanized. The National Park Service (NPS) reminds visitors that dogs must be on a leash no longer than six feet in Rock Creek Park and other local national parks at all times—it’s the law.
Keeping your dog on a leash keeps everyone safe, including your dog, park wildlife, native plants and other park visitors. Federal regulations require all pets to be always on a leash no longer than six feet: (more…)
“Looks like Francis pool is ready to open next weekend!”
“Dear PoPville,
Do you know when the public pools are opening??”
From DPR:
“2023 Outdoor Pool Opening Hours: (more…)
Thanks to Victoria for sending: “From a trail in Rock Creek park this morning. God bless the youths.”