PARK & BEACH - HOURS & POLICIES
BEACH IS OPEN JUNE 10th to SEPTEMBER 5th
PARTY PERMITS / DOGS AT THE BEACH / BEACH CLUB POLICIES & PROCEDURES / SWIMMING RULES / SWIM TEST
PARTY PERMITS / DOGS AT THE BEACH / BEACH CLUB POLICIES & PROCEDURES / SWIMMING RULES / SWIM TEST
We encourage all residents in Windermere to make use of their access to our lovely park and beach area. To make the Beach Club safe and enjoyable for all members and guests, considerate and respectful behavior is required of all Beach Club users. Parties with more than 20 guests (or more than 10 kids) require a fee of $50. For more information on Party Permits click here.
PLEASE READ ALL THE POLICIES BEFORE SUBMITTING A PARTY PERMIT FORM.
DOGS AT THE BEACH
Members' dogs are permitted in the park outside of summer beach operating hours. Beach operating hours are 11am-7pm - member dogs are welcome before or after this time in the summer. When visiting the park, dogs do not need to be leashed but must be closely supervised by a member at all times. Only dues paying residents may bring their dogs into the park. Please be respectful of other members in the park and keep your dog on a leash if asked. Dogs are not permitted to be unleashed if their owner members are swimming, playing tennis, basketball or any other sport. Members are expected to pick up after their dog(s) and deposit waste using bags provided into the can provided.
Members' dogs are permitted in the park outside of summer beach operating hours. Beach operating hours are 11am-7pm - member dogs are welcome before or after this time in the summer. When visiting the park, dogs do not need to be leashed but must be closely supervised by a member at all times. Only dues paying residents may bring their dogs into the park. Please be respectful of other members in the park and keep your dog on a leash if asked. Dogs are not permitted to be unleashed if their owner members are swimming, playing tennis, basketball or any other sport. Members are expected to pick up after their dog(s) and deposit waste using bags provided into the can provided.
This policy shall apply to all Windermere Beach Club (“WBC”) members, guests, dog walkers/babysitters and dogs present at the WBC Park (“the Park”).
Definition of Aggressive Behavior: An aggressive dog is one who, on WBC premises, makes – or repeatedly attempts to make – negative physical contact with any person or any animal. “Negative physical contact” is that which is potentially harmful or dangerous to persons or pets. Actual physical contact is not necessary to constitute aggressive behavior. Any person who believes he or she experienced or witnessed an act of dog aggression may fill out a Written Report, which must be sent to windermerebeachclub@gmail.com.
The Written Report must state all relevant circumstances of the incident, including names, witnesses (if any), and details of the aggressive behavior.
Any dog that exhibits an act of aggression is to be immediately taken from the Park.
After the first incident of aggressive behavior reported to the Board, the dog that exhibited aggressive behavior shall only be allowed inside the Park on a leash and only at times where no other dogs or people are present. After two or more incidents of aggressive behavior, the dog is prohibited from entering the Park.
The President, on behalf of the Board, or another delegate from the Board, will formally write to or call the dog owner. The communication will inform the owner of the Board’s decision regarding the incident(s) and will inform the owner of the Written Report.
The owner may request a review by the Board of action taken following any changes in the dog’s circumstances: ï Neutering ï Private Training ï Environmental Circumstances Changed ï Other Extenuating Circumstances. The Board will accept written requests for review after 4 months.
This policy shall be effective immediately and Written Reports for any past acts of aggressive dog behavior will be accepted and shall fall under the directive of this policy.
Definition of Aggressive Behavior: An aggressive dog is one who, on WBC premises, makes – or repeatedly attempts to make – negative physical contact with any person or any animal. “Negative physical contact” is that which is potentially harmful or dangerous to persons or pets. Actual physical contact is not necessary to constitute aggressive behavior. Any person who believes he or she experienced or witnessed an act of dog aggression may fill out a Written Report, which must be sent to windermerebeachclub@gmail.com.
The Written Report must state all relevant circumstances of the incident, including names, witnesses (if any), and details of the aggressive behavior.
Any dog that exhibits an act of aggression is to be immediately taken from the Park.
After the first incident of aggressive behavior reported to the Board, the dog that exhibited aggressive behavior shall only be allowed inside the Park on a leash and only at times where no other dogs or people are present. After two or more incidents of aggressive behavior, the dog is prohibited from entering the Park.
The President, on behalf of the Board, or another delegate from the Board, will formally write to or call the dog owner. The communication will inform the owner of the Board’s decision regarding the incident(s) and will inform the owner of the Written Report.
The owner may request a review by the Board of action taken following any changes in the dog’s circumstances: ï Neutering ï Private Training ï Environmental Circumstances Changed ï Other Extenuating Circumstances. The Board will accept written requests for review after 4 months.
This policy shall be effective immediately and Written Reports for any past acts of aggressive dog behavior will be accepted and shall fall under the directive of this policy.
BEACH CLUB POLICIES & PROCEDURES
- Only dues-paying members and their guests may use Windermere Park, including the Beach Club and its amenities.
- All family members living in the home are considered members.
- The Beach Club's operating hours are from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM during the Summer season. Lifeguards may close the Beach Club in the event of dangerous weather (lightning, excessive heat, etc.)
- The Summer season typically begins in mid-June and ends on Labor Day in September. Some years, the starting day of the Summer season and the initial operating hours are adjusted to accommodate school schedules. In the event of heavy rain, there may be no lifeguards on duty at the Beach Club.
- Young adults (ages 18-25) who are living with dues paying family members are considered members but not dues paying members. They may each have up to 6 guests at a time but more than that will require a dues paying member adult to be present.
- Members should bring a park key at all times.
- The vehicle gate will be open for emergency vehicles and the landscaping crew. Opening the gate for any other purpose will be subject to Beach Director approval and only during operating hours.
- Member households may host up to 10 guests at the park without a Party Permit but, a member must accompany their guests at all times. Grandchildren and adult children of members (who are not members themselves) are considered guests and must be accompanied by their host member. Beach Club members are not considered guests when counting attendance at park events.
- Please be aware of the crows at the park and beach. They are aggressive about going through food and belongings. Please cover and secure all food.
- Alcohol is not allowed in the park at any time.
- Rental Bikes are not permitted in the park. Please park outside the gate.
- Members are prohibited from propping bathroom doors and any damages to the bathrooms will be billed to the Member account.
- Park is closed for the night at dusk.
- Bonfires are prohibited, unless approved by a Beach Director as evidenced by a Party Permit.
SWIMMING RULES & REGULATIONS
b. Diving in shallow area.
15. No more than six persons atop the high platform at one time.
16. Any child who has not passed either swim test, may swim past the first rope only if accompanied by an adult in the
water and while wearing a U.S. Coast Guard compliant lifejacket approved by the lifeguard on duty.
17. Lifeguards have the full discretion and authority to limit the number of people on the dock, high tower and rafts at
any time and as necessary to ensure the safety of all. Lifeguards have the full discretion to ask members or guests
to leave the Beach Club if they are not in compliance with any of the rules.
- Swimmers must obey all rules and lifeguards.
- Swimmers must remain within designated swimming areas and are prohibited from out of park swimming.
- To use the Beach Club without adult supervision, children must be at least 12 years old or be at least 9 years old and pass the Advanced Swim Test. Each member child under 18 may only bring up to 6 guests at a time unless accompanied by an adult member. This allows our lifeguards to safely guard the beach and keep the number of swimmers manageable for staffing purposes.
- Swimmers must pass a swim test to swim beyond the first rope.
- Swimming in boat launch area is prohibited.
- Sitting on float lines or ropes is not permitted.
- Swimming under docks or floats is not permitted.
- Running, biking or skateboarding on the dock is prohibited. No bikes, skateboards or scooters, etc. (whether ridden or walked) allowed on the dock at any time.
- Diving from docks, ramps or floats is allowed but only in permitted areas.
- Divers with compressed air tanks are not allowed within designated swimming areas and are prohibited from swimming into the park swimming area.
- No loitering in or about the vicinity of the restroom facilities.
- Lifeguard equipment is for emergency and/or official use only.
- Noodles are allowed in deep water, but swimmer must still have passed swim test.
- The following activities are prohibited:
b. Diving in shallow area.
15. No more than six persons atop the high platform at one time.
16. Any child who has not passed either swim test, may swim past the first rope only if accompanied by an adult in the
water and while wearing a U.S. Coast Guard compliant lifejacket approved by the lifeguard on duty.
17. Lifeguards have the full discretion and authority to limit the number of people on the dock, high tower and rafts at
any time and as necessary to ensure the safety of all. Lifeguards have the full discretion to ask members or guests
to leave the Beach Club if they are not in compliance with any of the rules.
SWIM TEST
To swim past the first rope, children must first pass a Beach Club swim test each summer. A lifeguard will administer one of two tests, depending on a swimmer’s ability. Please be aware that swim tests can only be safely administered when at least three guards are on duty.
A. To pass the Beginner Swim Test, a swimmer must swim from the rope at the end of the shallow end to the dock cut-out, tread water for 30 seconds and swim back to shore. Swimmers who pass the Beginner Swim test may swim to the second rope just past the first raft.
B. To pass the Advanced Swim Test, a swimmer must swim from the rope at the end of the shallow end to the end of the dock, tread water for one minute and swim back to shore. Swimmers who pass the Advanced Swim Test may swim anywhere within the roped swimming area.
To swim past the first rope, children must first pass a Beach Club swim test each summer. A lifeguard will administer one of two tests, depending on a swimmer’s ability. Please be aware that swim tests can only be safely administered when at least three guards are on duty.
A. To pass the Beginner Swim Test, a swimmer must swim from the rope at the end of the shallow end to the dock cut-out, tread water for 30 seconds and swim back to shore. Swimmers who pass the Beginner Swim test may swim to the second rope just past the first raft.
B. To pass the Advanced Swim Test, a swimmer must swim from the rope at the end of the shallow end to the end of the dock, tread water for one minute and swim back to shore. Swimmers who pass the Advanced Swim Test may swim anywhere within the roped swimming area.
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