Massachusetts: There Are Now 70 Beaches Closed
The weather forecast for this weekend (and most of next week, fingers crossed) finally looks great. However, there are still 70 beaches in Massachusetts that are closed due to high bacteria levels in the water.
To clarify, you can still visit most of these beaches. In fact, you can pack up your cooler, umbrellas, and blankets and make a day of it. You just can’t swim in the waters. “When the water quality is unsafe, the beach is required to be ‘posted’ with a sign that indicates swimming is unsafe and may cause illness,” the state environmental department posted in their most recent update.
The Salem News provided details on what is causing these continued closures throughout the state, saying, “Beaches are closed when levels of E. coli exceed limits. Water is considered unsafe for swimming when two exceedances occur on consecutive days.” Much of this is directly connected to heavy downpours and flash floods that hit the east coast over the past week. Again: residents and guests can still go to the beach, you just can’t swim in the waters.
Beaches Impacted
Although these unsafe waters seem to be spread out along the coast, much of the North Shore remains the focus. This includes three different spots on Plum Island, a popular beach destination this time of year. Nonetheless, there is some good North Shore good news. Just two weeks ago, six beach spots in Beverly were impacted. Now, that is down to one with just Obear Park posting warnings.
The town of Swansea seems to have the most dirty waters. Five warnings are affecting their local swim spots. All of them are in the marine areas, and Coles River Club is listed as a precaution due to rainfall.
To see a full list of the 70 beaches closed in Massachusetts this weekend, you can visit the state’s site for Environmental Health.
Five Great Places To Play Pickleball in Massachusetts
3. Dennis Pickleball - South Dennis, MA
This has summer fun written all over it. Wixon courts provides 14 perfectly lined outdoor courts. By becoming a member of Dennis Pickleball, you have full access to this facility, as it is reserved for members only from May 10th to October 15th. Through the town of Dennis recreation you are able to not only become part of the group of players but an entire “friends of Dennis Pickleball” community. This a non-profit organization working with the Town of Dennis, to rebuild courts and upkeep the properties. Sign up, grab a paddle and make an impact!
www.dennispickleball.org
1. PKL - South Boston, MA
Perhaps the most unique pickleball experience in the area, PKL has a major wow factor. From its modern pink and teal branding to its engaging space monkey logo, PKL is a pickleball party. They offer leagues for both “wanna-be’s” and “try-hards” in addition to giving you the option to play cornhole or shuffle board.
PKL offers a wide array of delicious food items in an area offset from the courts. In addition, the menu includes an eclectic drink offering. How about a Fiona Apple Cider? Or – enjoying a Scary Spice Sangria after your match. If you’re looking for complete pickleball social experience, PKL in southie is the place to be.
