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Dive into Summer with Campus Recreation Aquatics Programs

Shreya Kumar — June 25, 2024 - 4:21pm

Take a splash and beat the heat by exploring the various aquatic programs that the 51�ԹϺ�� Davis Rec Pool has to offer this summer — some new, some old and some improved.

The 51�ԹϺ�� Davis Campus Recreation Aquatics Unit will be offering a revamped version of their yearly summer youth swim lessons.

Aggie Spirit Shines Through in Kickoff Festivities

Cody Kitaura — September 24, 2019 - 1:45pm

What really stood out Monday (Sept. 23) for thousands of new and returning Aggies wasn’t renovated facilities, dancers or free T-shirts — it was 51�ԹϺ�� Davis’ spirit of inclusivity.

A Full Day Sept. 23: RecFest and Fall Welcome

Cody Kitaura — September 10, 2019 - 1:05pm

Everyone in the campus community is invited to two big events Monday, Sept. 23: RecFest, celebrating renovations of the Activities and Recreation Center and Rec Pool; and then Fall Welcome, ringing in the new academic year.

Preview the ‘New’ Rec Pool Next Week

Cody Kitaura — June 04, 2019 - 9:00am

Students, faculty and staff who want to watch their end-of-quarter stress float away will be able to take a dip in the newly renovated Recreation Pool at a series of preview events next week.

8 Ways to Beat the Heat at 51�ԹϺ�� Davis

Anonymous — July 25, 2018 - 11:30am

In Northern California, namely here in the Sacramento Valley, the weather can get pretty warm in the summertime.

As the temperatures rise, here in Davis, there are a plenty of ways to beat the heat that won't break the bank, either. The best part about summer in Davis is enjoying the warm sun and taking part in recreational activities that will keep you cool at the same time.

NEWS BRIEFS: ‘Last Splash’ Before Rec Pool’s Transformation

Cody Kitaura — September 26, 2017 - 2:34pm

The Recreation Pool is preparing for not one but two last splashes.

First, the pool’s regular season comes to a close this Friday (Sept. 29).

Then, on Saturday, Oct. 7, the pool will reopen for a one-day event called the “Last Splash,” because the Rec Pool as we know it is going away. It will be transformed over the next year (including next summer) from a single, all-purpose pool into two pools: a seasonal pool for recreation and a year-round pool for lap swimming, sport clubs and intramurals.