UPDATED: Ocean Pines announces pool reopenings

(June 11, 2020) Ocean Pines’ outdoor pools will continue to open this week, with new procedures in place to comply with state and federal safety guidelines related to the COVID-19 pandemic.  

According to Gov. Larry Hogan’s June 10 executive order, outdoor pools must adhere to 50% capacity restrictions, with “strict physical distancing and sanitization measures” in place.

Ocean Pines pools will adhere to those standards. Pool guests will be responsible for social distancing within the water, while Aquatics staff will define social distancing guidelines on the pool decks and check-in areas.  

“We are excited to be able to open our pools, however, we ask everyone to please be patient as we navigate these new waters,” Director of Amenities and Operations Logistics Colby Phillips said. “Safety is extremely important to us.”

Chairs and tables will be provided at all pools. 

“At this time, we are asking guests to bring their own chairs to our pools, if you prefer not to sit in the regular chairs provided with the tables. We will not be providing loungers, until situations change,” Phillips said.

Pool noodles and other swim equipment will not be provided by Ocean Pines, but guests may bring their own.  

All pools will be restricted to pool members and residents-only at this time, to help comply with the current safety standards.  

There will not be any changes to pool memberships or other fees related to Aquatics. 

“Pool memberships do not guarantee you will get into the pool,” Phillips said. “However, you will receive first opportunity to reserve time slots.”

The following is a brief overview of current procedures, times and opening dates:
 
Pool Opening Dates:

• Yacht Club Pool: June 5 
• Beach Club Pool: June 6
• Swim and Racquet Club Pool: June 12
• Mumfords Landing Pool: June 20, pending available staff
• Sports Core Pool: TBD; details to be announced at a later date

 
New pool procedures:

• Masks required upon entry, while using the bathrooms, and while approaching other guests on the deck not in your immediate party.
• Baby pools and splash pads will not open, per Maryland Heath Department guidelines.

Pool Schedules:

The Yacht Club Pool will remain on a reservation system, because of the high demand. Pool members may call the Sports Core Pool for reservations, one day prior, at 410-641-5255. Members may also check on future reservations while using the pool. Residents may contact the Sports Core Pool for reservations, one day prior, from 1-5 p.m. only.

Yacht Club Pool: Open now. Call 410-936-0533 9 a.m. to 1 p.m​​​​. - ​​​​​1st Time Slot

• 1-1:30 p.m. - disinfect bathrooms, surfaces, etc.
• 1:30-6:30 p.m. - 2nd Time Slot 

The Beach Club, Swim and Racquet Club and Mumfords Landing pools will operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Pool members will get daily exclusive access for the first hour at each pool.

Guests may call the pool they would like to visit, prior to coming, to check on availability. All guests upon entering the pool will be asked to leave their name and contact information, utilizing a sterilized pen, to help with contact tracing efforts. Additional guests will be permitted to enter, as other guests leave.

Beach Club Pool: Open now. Call 410-936-0348

• Hours of operation: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Swim and Racquet Club Pool: Opening June 12. Call 410-641-7227 

• Splash pad not available, per health department guidelines
• Hours of operation: 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Mumfords Landing Pool: Opening June 20, pending available staff. Call 410-208-6005.

• Baby pool not available per health department guidelines
• Hours of operation: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Exercise classes will be offered, prior to 10 a.m. and after 5 p.m. 

Exercise classes at pools are being scheduled and will be announced, shortly.

For more information or questions, contact Phillips at [email protected].