You want the memories, not the mayhem. Here’s a stress-free plan for Pumpkin Splash Patch (El Dorado Hills).
Pack This (Screenshot-worthy):
• Swimsuits, towels x2 per child (one always gets soaked twice)
• Goggles + swim shirts for warmth
• Flip-flops, dry change of clothes, plastic bag for wet gear
• Water bottle + small snack (check venue rules)
• Sharpie (write names on pumpkins), hair ties, mini hand sanitizer
Arrival (T-20 minutes):
• Park, check in, wristbands on.
• Quick sunscreen + bathroom run.
• Snap the “before” pic while hair is still dry.
In the Water (20–30 minutes):
• Lifeguards brief the group; younger swimmers may require a parent in the pool—bring your suit just in case.
• Encourage kids to pick by stem + color + personality (“Which one looks like a pirate?”).
• If lines form, do a quick float-through and circle back—there’s always a late-blooming perfect pumpkin.
Post-Splash (15–25 minutes):
• Towel burrito → dry clothes → cocoa/juice break.
• Use your Sharpie to add a name/date on the pumpkin’s underside.
• Hit the photo backdrop for the “after” shot: pumpkin + proud grin.
Safety & Comfort Notes:
• Pools can feel cool in October—rash guards help, and so does a pre-splash warm-up.
• Follow lifeguard and staff instructions, especially around shallow-end congestion.
• No running on deck; capes look fast but traction disagrees.
Decorate or Dash?
Some sites offer a mini decorate station (stickers/markers). If not, promise pumpkin-painting at home. Keep wipes handy for paint-adjacent ambitions.
Exit Strategy:
• Stage wet gear in your plastic bag; keep car seats dry with an extra towel.
• If kids are chilly, warm them up before buckling—comfort now saves tears later.
You’ll leave with tired swimmers, rosy cheeks, and pumpkins with provenance. That’s a fall win.
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