In fall 2006, Camp Downer embarked on one of it's largest projects in years; the construction of a new pool. The old pool facility was suffering from leaks and was exceedingly difficult to maintain. The pool location wasn't ideal and, due to surrounding trees, could reach quite cool temperatures late in the season.
The board did some research, found a contractor and work was begun.
| The old pool as it was being drained. |
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| Filling it in. |
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| Tah-Dah! Our new volleyball and basketball area. |
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| Digging out the old volleyball/basketball courts. |
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| Installing the frame for the new pool. The new pool will be about 30% larger than the old pool. |
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| Filling it with water. |
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| Bringing in the shed which will be used to house the pumps. |
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| Planting the grass. |
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| The new pool area, almost complete. |
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| Lucky Mitch! He gets the first swim. He might not have thought he was so lucky, it was about 50 degrees that day. |
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We can't build and finish the pool without help. Many thanks to the Vermont State Employee's Credit Union and the State of Vermont for getting us well on our way. We're trying to minimize the impact on our campers so if you'd like to make a donation, please write to Camp Downer, 70 S. Winooski Ave. #196, Burlington, VT 05401. Camp Downer, Inc. is a non-profit organization and your donations are tax deductible. | |