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Enjoy a morning of fun with your child at the outdoor pool at The Lodge of Des Peres. Water Waddlers is for ages 6 and under with a parent or guardian who can remain in the water with the child. It is open to residents and non-residents. Splash and play with your little one in this fun morning activity.

Water Waddlers takes place Monday through Friday through August 14 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the outdoor splash pad and lower pool at The Lodge.

Cost per person (all ages) is free for members of The Lodge, $5 for Des Peres residents and $7 for non-residents.

Outdoor Water Waddlers is a first-come, first-served activity with a maximum 50 person capacity. No registration is necessary.

More information: desperesmo.org

In case of inclement weather, visit desperesmo.org/weather.

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Tags: The Lodge Des Peres, drop-in swim for toddlers, St. Louis County open swim, St. Louis Family Events, Water Waddlers Lodge Des Peres

Locations: St. Louis County, West County

Ages: Babies and Toddlers, Parent with Child, Preschool

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