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Our historic facility, a legacy of architect AE Doyle, holds one of the longest-serving indoor public pools on the west coast.
In 1929, the son of a local farmer drowned while swimming in the Nehalem River. Grief prompted a group of committed citizens to petition the school district to build a natatorium—in the 1921 building that now houses NCRD.
The School District 39 Board voted on December 13th, 1929 to construct the pool with the goal that no child would ever again drown.
Over the past century, services and the needs of the public have outgrown the space.
In 2012, Robertson-Sherwood Architects ruled out seismic and ADA access upgrades in the existing facility.
Now is the time for a renewed commitment to serve generations to come.
We have raised $2.4 MILLION to date!
Elementary Curriculum—Learn-to-swim program for local school children grades K-5
Safer Communities—ADA compliant, safe, accessible; First responders train, practice water rescues
Sustainability—water recirculation, glu-lam mass timber beams, solar water heating
Economic Driver—Indoor swimming draws people year-round—stay for shows at our Performing Arts Center
Health —Aquatics classes, swim lessons, exercise, and care provider partnerships for patient therapy
Deep Water Aqua-Cise
Aqua Fit & Aqua Yoga
Water Sports
School Swim Program
Open & Family Swim
Parent/Toddler Swim
Private & Group Lessons
Swim Team Practice
Warm Water Therapy
Outdoor Gathering
Expanded Parking
ADA Accessible Facility
The new Aquatics Center at NCRD features a 6-lane competition-sized pool next to a warm-water therapy pool.
New energy-efficient systems and sustainable water cycling will return operational savings and conserve nearly 1M gallons per year.
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We stand on the cusp of a transformative accomplishment.
With the finish line in sight, your donation helps realize a crucial project to benefit the entire community. Our journey honors a century of service to the public and helps build a legacy to serve generations to come.
Every dollar propels us forward toward achieving the vision we've worked so hard to make a reality.
Your support is an integral part of a collective in-vestment for the betterment of lives, in the enrichment of our community, and for the continued prosperity of our region.
