As the pandemic recovery continues, Saint John is preparing to open its beaches for the summer months.
The city announced Thursday that beaches at Lily Lake, Fisher Lakes, Dominion Park and Little River Reservoir will open with lifeguard services starting Saturday.
Mispec Beach is also open for public use, but visitors are asked to be cautious until the stairs are repaired and in place.
All five beaches will be open Wednesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.
“City of Saint John Safety Ambassadors will be monitoring all five beaches, reminding visitors to follow guidelines of the Chief Medical Officer of Health,” said the city in a news release.
“On-site signage with instructions will also be posted and must be followed in order for these public areas to remain open and safe for everyone.”
Meanwhile, the city also announced Thursday that 13 ball diamonds and three multi-purpose fields are also available for game play.
The select ball diamonds available are:
- Stephenson
- O’Brien
- Forest Hills #1
- Forest Hills #2
- Memorial Baseball
- Memorial Softball
- Jack Kyle
- Shamrock
- Allison #1
- Allison #2
- Milford
- St. Rose
- Barnhill
The select multi-purpose fields available are:
- Emera Shamrock Artificial Turf
- Shamrock #2
- Lowell Street
“Sports user groups must have and follow operational plans to access the City sports fields. Physical distancing, subject to operational plans, is required,” said the release.
