BROWARD COUNTY, FL – For patrons who need consoling when three of our four water parks close for the season at the end of September – only Paradise Cove at C.B. Smith Park remains open another month – take heart: Two water parks (Castaway Island at T.Y. Park and Splash Adventure at Quiet Waters Park) reopen almost immediately for the ever-popular dogs-only days the first three weekends of October.

First up is Barktobertfest at Quiet Waters (401 S Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach 33442; 954-357-5100), 9AM to 5PM on Saturday and Sunday, October 5th and 6th. Activities include doggie splash time, rescue and nonprofit groups, adoptions, Doggie Market Place, kiddie bounce houses, face painting, and a costume contest. Some activities entail nominal fees, and there is a $6.50/dog fee for 50-minute sessions in the water ($5/dog for patrons who hold a seasonal pass to Woofing Waters Dog Park). The first session (8 to 8:50AM) is limited to dogs under 25 pounds.

Then, on Saturdays and Sundays, October 12th and 13th and 19th and 20th, K9 Splash Days return to T.Y. (Topeekeegee Yugnee) Park (3300 N Park Rd., Hollywood 33021; 954-357-8811). These events, with activities similar to those offered at Quiet Waters, also offer 50-minute sessions, for $5/dog, between the hours of 9AM and 5PM. All sessions will have a designated area restricted to dogs 25 pounds and under.

Some additional rules apply at both parks:

• All dogs must be off leash when inside the playground.
• Dogs must be sociable and well behaved.
• Dogs must have proof of current rabies vaccination and a County license tag.
• Water playground will be closed to humans and open only to dogs (and, of course, to lifeguards).
• All dogs are limited to two sessions per day.
• Sessions begin on the hour.

Also, along with the per-dog fees (which are subject to sales tax), the parks’ regular weekend gate fee ($1.50/person, ages 5 and under free) will be in effect.

For more information, call Quiet Waters at 954-357-5100 or T.Y. at 954-357-8811.

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About the Parks and Recreation Division
Broward County Parks manages almost 6,500 acres, encompassing nearly 50 regional parks and nature centers, neighborhood parks, and natural areas at various stages of development. Hours and fees vary by location. Visit Broward.org/Parks for details. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations in order to participate in programs, services, and activities must contact the Special Populations Section at 954-357-8170 or TTY 954-537-2844 at least five business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event.

DATE: September 19, 2019      
GENERAL MEDIA CONTACT: Michael Mills
Parks and Recreation Division
PHONE: 954-357-8115
CONTACT FOR THIS PROGRAM/EVENT:
Quiet Waters, 954-357-5100
T.Y., 954-357-8811