Community Pool Reopens After Significant Repairs

Winnebago, NE –  WCHS is excited to announce that the community pool in the Whirling Thunder Wellness Center is now open for all to enjoy.  

After identifying consistent issues with water leaking impacting the foundational structure of not only the pool, but the building as a whole, WCHS teams worked together to identify the problem, explore solutions, source the funding, and coordinate the project to ensure Winnebago community members have a clean, safe place to enjoy swimming all year round.  

“Based on Master Facilities Plan feedback, WCHS was able to discern the community’s wishes to see these funds invested into maintaining the existing pool structure in the current location,” explains WCHS Chief Administrative Officer, Sharon Frenchman. “We are grateful to everyone who participated in our various feedback surveys and focus groups to identify our community’s wants and needs.” 

For the past two months, the pool has been closed while undergoing these significant repairs. The completed repairs included: patching cracks in the pool structural walls, replacing the Pool Pak, which is the HVAC ventilation and dehumidification system for indoor swimming pool environments, and installing other filtration equipment that is essential to overall operation. This project represented a substantial investment totalling over $800,000 from the Winnebago Comprehensive Healthcare System.  

Swimming provides a full-body, low-impact workout that helps improve cardiovascular endurance, build strength, support weight management, and reduce stress. It can also promote both physical and mental well-being, making it a great activity for people of all ages.  

“If you haven’t been swimming yet this summer, we want to encourage you to come check it out and take advantage of our extended hours,” said Pilar Aldrich, Director of Whirling Thunder Wellness Center. “We’re excited to share this investment in preventive health with our community.”   

The pool is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., 1:00–3:00 p.m., and 3:30–7:00 p.m. Weekend hours are 12:00–3:00 p.m. and 3:30–6:00 p.m. You can view these hours by visiting www.wchs.health/whirlingthunder.