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Local swimming area set to open soon

The St. Marys quarry will soon open to local swimmers for the year.

The town will open the quarry on Friday, June 30, with swims happening daily from 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Admission to the quarry is $4.75 for children and youth ages 3 to 17, and $7.25 for adults 18 and older.

New this year is the Resident Season Pass, which offers a discounted rate for local swimmers. The pass is $71.25 for children and youth, and $108.75 for adults. It is valid for weekday admission throughout the season, as regular admission applies on weekends.

Also, the Super Splash inflatable water park will return this year. It will also open to the public on June 30.

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