Benefits of a Spray Park

Environmental Impact

Conserve natural resources: Splash parks use less water than swimming pools.
Teach our children to enjoy and respect nature: Providing children and adults with memorable, pleasant experiences in an outdoor setting will promote a positive attitude towards nature.
‘Green’ Borggaard Beach: Use Green Energy or Solar panels to power the splash pad and recreational area.
Help residents drive less: Keeping more residents in town for recreation would lessen toxic emissions from cars and the town’s overall carbon footprint.

Serve all children, including those with physical disabilities. Both the spray park and playground would be accessible to children with limiting physical disabilities, whether in wheelchairs, or unable to see or hear. This would fill a gaping hole in Winchester’s current offerings.

Capital cost: A completely automated spray park can be constructed for a portion of the cost of an in-ground commercial grade swimming pool and requires less overall care and maintenance.
Operational cost: Durable spray features require minimal maintenance and the automated system eliminates the need for an attendant to turn the system on and off daily.
Income Generation: The Borggaard Beach area currently operates at a financial loss for the town. The splash park may generate increased revenue from the sale of membership passes which will help cover the cost of the park’s upkeep and maintenance.
Support for local economy: Those who stay local shop local!

Safe for all, with no lifeguard supervision required
Unique play value for children aged 2 to 12
Maximize relationship with Packer Tennis Courts
Create a year-round facility, with the potential to erect a portable skating rink for the winter
Enhance Winchester Recreation Department’s and the public school’s summer camp programs