It is summer, and despite the impact of COVID-19, as the temperatures rise cooling off in the water is a summer tradition. The new Pauline “Pim” Montgomery Family Pool at the Northern Neck Family YMCA in Kilmarnock offers a spot to cool off and safely relax with family.
The setting is peaceful, and for the brave, there is the thrill of a reverse winding two-story water slide to enjoy, according to center executive Liz Allen.
Several years ago, Pim Montgomery envisioned a center where families and children could safely play and have fun around the water at the YMCA. Her generosity enabled that vision to become a reality. Montgomery, who passed away late in 2019, was able to be present at the grand opening in November 2019 and smiled from ear to ear as she toured the facilities.
At the YMCA, Montgomery championed any cause that she believed could add…[to-view-more]