Westport Park and Pool

05/20/2026

🚨 Some tough news regarding the 2026 outdoor pool season: We are unable to open Grant Beach and Westport Pools this summer due to structural damage.

🏗️ Grant Beach remains closed after the April 2025 storm lifted off the roof of the pool house. Construction begins this Tuesday on roof replacement and interior water damage, and continues for 90 days. The Park Board is committed to repairing Grant Beach for reopening in 2027.

💧 Westport was recently discovered to have a massive leak due to separation of a 50-year-old drainpipe from the pool shell. The leak lost 1,170 gallons of water an hour, which is about 1/3 the total volume of the pool in a day. This is complicated repair, and could not be completed in time for pool season. And we're not sure what additional damage may be found beneath the pool. A comprehensive outdoor pool assessment, currently underway for all locations, should tell us more.

✅ The good news:
• We've added open days at Fassnight, Meador and Silver Springs outdoor pools.
• We've extended daily discount Splash & Sizzle pricing ($1 admission or free with a canned food donations for Ozarks Food Harvest) now offered 5-6:30 p.m. 🥫
• Outdoor pool admission rates at the indoor pools at Chesterfield and Doling Family Centers, Monday–Thursday from 4–8 p.m., starting June 1.
• Outdoor pool season runs June 1–Aug. 16.

🌊 Schedules and more at ParkBoard.org/Aquatics
📋 Additional details here: https://www.parkboard.org/m/newsflash/home/detail/396

03/30/2026

📢 Now Hiring for Parks! 🌳 Learn more and APPLY NOW: ParkBoard.org/Jobs 🔗

📢 Now Hiring for Parks! 🌳 Summer 2026 is around the corner, and we're looking for passionate individuals to join our team! ☀️ Part-time and seasonal positions across various departments. There's something for everyone! Learn more and APPLY NOW: ParkBoard.org/Jobs 🔗

03/02/2026

☀️ Do YOU want Westport Pool to be open more days this summer? We need lifeguards to make that happen!

It's almost time for the first 2026 Lifeguard Training sessions! 🛟 Gain essential lifesaving skills and earn your American Red Cross Certification, required for Park Board Lifeguard employment ❤️⚡️

📅 3-Day Sessions: Select Dates, March 16-June 28, 2026
📞 Call 417-891-1616 for details.
📝 Sign up today. Register in person at Chesterfield or Doling Family Center, or online at ParkBoard.org/Aquatics 🔗

🛟 2026 American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Sessions 🏊‍♂️💦 3-Day courses, Select Dates, March 16-June 28

Gain the skills and confidence to provide lifesaving emergency care! 🛟 American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification includes a swim test, water & land rescue techniques, first aid, CPR and AED training. ❤️⚡ Certification is required for employment as a Park Board Lifeguard.

✅ REGISTRATION REQUIRED in person at Chesterfield or Doling Family Center, or online: ParkBoard.org/Lifeguards 🔗

Age: 15 yrs. & up 💵 $185/Family Center Member, $200/Non-Member (Scholarships may be available - ParkBoard.org/Scholarships)
📍 Location/Time: Varies (Call for details.) ⏰

📅 Session Dates:
💧 Session 1: March 16-18
💧 Session 2: March 20-22
💧 Session 3: March 27-29
💧 Session 4: April 10-12
💧 Session 5: April 24-26
💧 Session 6: May 1-3
💧 Session 7: June 5-7
💧 Session 8: June 26-28

🚨 Register at least 10 days before your session begins! Sessions may be canceled if the class minimum is not met. ⚠️ Call 417-891-1616 for more info 📞