2020 Pool Season Information
Due to limited capacity, we are only allowing Deerfield Park District residents to swim during the 2020 aquatic season.
Mitchell Pool Reopens Monday, August 10
We are pleased to announce Mitchell Pool will reopen Monday, August 10 for lap swim and public swim!
Our staff members are doing well, and we do not have any additional reported positive COVID-19 test results. Our team has been working hard to develop additional safety enhancements to further reduce close contact and risk of exposure onsite. The facility has been fully sanitized and cleaned and has sat vacant since closing on Monday, July 27.
Lap Swim Details – (passes went on sale June 30 at 9am – sold out as of 6/30)
- To participate in lap swim you must purchase a lap swim pass (details below) and make a reservation. Without a reservation, you will not be able to swim. Walk-ups will not be allowed.
- Lap swim is available for Deerfield Park District residents Only.
- Illinois Department of Health (IDPH) Guidelines will be followed.
- Three time blocks for 45 minutes of lap swim are available every day of the week and weekend.
- Each time slot can accommodate up to six lap swimmers (one person in each lane).
- One time block per day per guest can be reserved.
Lap swim will be limited to 3 times/week/swimmer to ensure everyone has an equal opportunity to participate.
- Everyone is required to wear a face-covering while checking in, in the locker rooms, on the pool deck and in common areas.
- Everyone is required to exit the facility at the end of each time block.
- Locker rooms will be open for changing and showering, but lockers will not be available.
Lap Swim Pass
Age: Lap swim is available for ages 18 and over
Reserving a lap swim time: Lap swim time blocks will be available for reservation up to 5 calendar days in advance; Sunday through Saturday determines a week.
Lap Swim Pass Sales begin: Tuesday, June 30 at 9 am (a limited number of lap swim passes will be available for purchase). Passes can be purchased online or in-person at Jewett Park Community Center. No passes can be purchased at Mitchell Pool.
Mitchell Pool Reopens: 8/10/2020
Expiration Date: 9/7/2020
Lap Swim Pass Fee: $75*
*Passes are nonrefundable; if the pool closes due to inclement weather you can reschedule for another available time block.
Valid at: Mitchell Pool only
*Log in your household account to be sure you are ready in advance. If you have registered for any park district program in the past you already have an account, so click on the Forgot Username link instead of creating a new one. Email us at registration@deerfieldparks.org for assistance.
public Swim (Tickets Can be purchased online again beginning august 5)
To participate in public swim you must purchase a ticket (details below) and make a reservation. Without a reservation, you will not be able to swim. Walk-ups will not be allowed. Due to limited capacity, pool passes will NOT be sold for the 2020 season.
- Public swim is available for Deerfield Park District residents Only.
- Illinois Department of Health (IDPH) Guidelines will be followed.
- Two 2 hour public swim time blocks will be available each day Monday through Friday, three 2 hour time blocks will be available on Saturdays and two 2 hour time blocks will be available on Sundays. Between each time block, the pool will close for one hour to clean and sanitize all surfaces prior to admitting the next group of visitors.
- Each time block can accommodate 75 guests.
- Each household can purchase up to 10 tickets for a single block each day.
- Payment will be due at the time of reservation ($9 per person for daily fee admission).
- Time blocks will be available for reservation 5 calendar days in advance and can be made beginning at 9 am. For example, if you would like to swim on a Saturday, reservations can be made the Monday prior beginning at 9 am.
- Tickets for public swim can be purchased at the Jewett Park Community Center Monday through Friday from 9 am-5 pm or online.
- Everyone is required to wear a face-covering while checking in, on the pool deck and in the common areas.
- Everyone is required to exit the facility at the end of each time block.
- Due to the number of “touch surfaces” the kiddie pool will not be open during the 2020 season. The main pool with the zero-depth entry and the dive well will open, however the slide in the diving well will remain closed.
- Life jackets are permitted but need to be coast guard approved.
A Household Account is required to reserve a time block and you will need to make sure your household account is set up ahead of time, so you are ready to log in and buy Open Swim Tickets.
Make a public swim reservation
HOW WE’RE KEEPING YOU SAFE
Our team is working hard on the plans to operate with physical distancing, group capacity limits and rigorous sanitizing protocols. We are preparing the facility, training the staff as well as finalizing our new operational plans. We are reviewing guidance from Starguard Elite, PDRMA, CDC and IDPH and implementing operational adjustments to ensure the safety of patrons and staff.
Here are just a few of the changes you can expect while visiting Mitchell Pool:
- Lounge chairs will not be provided, however, you are welcome to bring your own.
- Aquatic staff will be wearing face coverings while on the deck, in common areas and while interacting with patrons.
- High-touch surfaces will be sanitized frequently and locker rooms will be sanitized every two hours.
- Between each “time block” of visitors, staff will sanitize all surfaces and equipment.
- Face coverings/masks will not be required for patrons when they are swimming but will be expected to wear a face-covering/mask when entering the facility, on the pool deck and in common areas.
- Locker rooms will be open for changing, but lockers will be blocked off.
- Every other shower and restroom stall will be available in the locker rooms.
- Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult age 18 or older.
CONCESSIONS
For sanitary reasons, concessions will not be offered during the 2020 season. Reusable/recyclable water bottles will be allowed; no glass bottles or containers are allowed. Outside food will not be permitted.
Rental Information
At this point, rentals will not be offered during the 2020 aquatic season.
additional pool information
Pool Hours Rental Information Swim Lessons