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Well, tomorrow the first day of summer is officially here and this summer is turning out to be a pretty hot one already! If you are looking for a way to cool off be sure to check out the Kettering Recreation Complex's new and improved water park: Adventure Reef. This 3-acre outdoor aquatic facility was built in 1990 but has undergone a serious facelift this past year. You can find more information about all the changes on their site. They also have several pictures of all the other renovations that are happening around the complex on their Facebook page.

Adventure Reef sits where Water Raves the old water-park was, but they have added an interactive splash pad, a waterfall pool, a water playground, a shaded shelter and two giant slides with their own splash pool. Now since Kings Island a little bit of a drive (and pricy), Splash Moraine closed and all the local free sprayground parks only are able to fit a few dozen kids, the Kettering Rec Center's Adventure Reef with its 1,400 capacity is sure to draw big crowds this summer. Plus with admission for Kettering residents, at only $3 for youths (3-17 years) and $3.50 for adults or for non-residents, $6 for youth and $7 for adults, it seems like a very reasonable option. Besides I love that kids under 3 are FREE!!

Since I haven't been to Adventure Reef yet (but I'm hoping to get there soon) I decided to go to my panel of experts A.K.A. my readers, and asked several of you what you thought of it. So straight from the mouths of local moms here's what you all had to say:

Erin H- It's a TON of fun... They have a gated toddler area for 4yrs and under that OLDER children are not even allowed in. For mommies with little ones, this is great! They have a splash park, slides, and a water park type area for older kids (3/4+). If you are a pass holder you can get in at 11:30, set up your spot, and get in the pool a good 15min before others.
It gets super busy around 1:30/2ish, but early evening until close it seems the crowd seems to thin out. During break times you can stay in the water with your kids if they are 3 and under. The only down side is that they don't open until 12 (to non members) and close at 8pm.
Tami R- Yes, it is great!! I love the new gated toddler area and the new spray water section stays on even during break time as well! My 2 1/2 year old loved the smaller slides although it was a little crowded she jumped right in!
Jenny R- The gated toddler area is great...if all of your children are under 6. If not, then it's not much help.
Tricia C- Love the toddler area that is fenced in, and I'm so happy that the gross sand is gone. Plus the new regulations about Sunday being for residents and pass-holders is great!
Heather B- I love it! My kids have the best time there!
Wendi C- We really love it, however I do think it will be a bit less crowded/crazy when the big pool opens up in a week or so. I think that will help to free up some space in the other areas of the park.
Tess A- We've been and we absolutely love it. There's something for kids of all ages. Buying a family pass is definitely the way to go. We look forward to spending many hours there this summer.
Lizzie A- I am wondering if the new one is good for little kids??? I loved how the old one had the little pool and slide for little ones and shallow play areas in the main pool...my little one is 3 and hates water on his head so he won't be going near the big bucket if he sees it spill!!!

So, to kick off the first officially day of summer we have a giveaway! We are giving away 13 sets of passes for our readers. That means 13 families will win 2 free tickets each! How fun is that?! If you have a pass already, maybe you can win it for a friend and they can go with you to Adventure Reef.

Main entry: Tell us how you plan on enjoying this summer. (Be sure to leave your comment on this post so that it gets counted)

Want more chances to win? Well, here are some more ways you can enter, just be sure to leave a additional/ new comment for each additional entry requirement that you fulfill.

- Follow Deals For Dayton on Facebook, if you already do just leave that in a comment.

- Subscribe to our weekly email newsletter, if you already do just leave that in a comment.

- Follow the Kettering Recreation Complex on Facebook, if you already do just leave that in a new comment. Please feel free to let them know that Deals For Dayton sent you!

This contest ends Friday, July 1, at midnight EST. We will use Random.org to pick our winner.

Disclosure: The Kettering Recreation Complex provided me with a set of passes. But this post and opinions are my own and not paid for or influenced by the item provided.

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I follow Deals for Dayton on Facebook. One way I hope to enjoy this summer is to try out the Kettering Recreation Complex pool--I have not yet been there! Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/20

we're excited to try out the new water park!! a free pass would be great! Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/20

This summer I plan to spend time with my girls playing. Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/20

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Would love to win this. It will help defray the costs of taking my 6 children. Thanks for the chance. Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/20

This would be so fun. Both of my 3 year grandsons would love to go! Grandpa too. I follow on Facebook - love all the great info! Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/20

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We're spending a lot of time at the pool, and my son is loving his tennis lessons! We haven't visited Adventure Reef yet, but would be super excited to! Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/20

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I like Kettering Rec on FB! (And BTW, we went to adventure reef on Friday, and Joshua loved it!) Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/20

I plan on getting the kids out of the house and into the sun. Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/20

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We will be spending the summer running, playing, swimming, and hanging out with friends. Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/21

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I'm subscribed to your newsletter and love your site! I just found the site recently, and it's already saved us money=) Keep the deals coming=) Hopefully we'll try out Adventure Reef soon...maybe even for free! Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/21

We would love to try out the new pool! Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/21

We plan to take it easy, go on lots of walks and trips to the playground! Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/21

WE ARE HAVING FAMILY COME VISIT AND ARE REALLY EXCITED ABOUT HAVING A GREAT TIME AT ADVENTURE REEF! IT'S NOT JUST FOR KIDS YOU KNOW ! Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/21

A bit at the pool, a bit inside, a bit on the road... That's how we're spending our summer! Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/21

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...and I'm already a fan of Adventure Reef as well! Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/21

It would be so fun to spend a day at the watermark with my family for free. Thanks for the opportunity!! Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/21

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We plan on going to the pool, slash pads, movies, bowling and the summer book program at the library. Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/21

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I'm subscribed to your newsletter and like your FB page. We plan to spend alot of time around water and the parks this summer and would love to go to Adventure Reef! Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/22

We would love to win passes to the waterpark! Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/22

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We will spend our summer reading, playing games and playing at parks. Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/22

I plan on spending the summer having fun with my kids, mostly swimming! Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/22

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I will spend the summer with my two toddlers enjoying their first experience swimming, playing in the sandbox, and soaking up the sun. I hope that the Kettering Rec can be a big part of that fun. Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/23

Our family plan for this summer is to make the most of every day and enjoy every minute together as a family. Our kids would be so thrilled to win these passes. I follow Deals for Dayton daily, get emails and will sign ip to follow Kettering Rec and tell them Deals for Dayton sent me! Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/23

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We plan to enjoy our summer by getting out and exploring all this area has to offer! We just moved here this spring and are loving it so far. Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/25

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I plan on enjoying this summer at local parks and the zoo with my almost 3 year old until her little sister is born at the beginning of August! Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/26

I am also a fan of yours on Facebook! Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/26

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Our plan for this summer is to hang out with the neighborhood kids and play. We're going to King's Island and the Columbus Zoo as well, but mostly staying close to home. Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/28

We went to Adventure Reef a few days ago and loved it! We'll be spending a lot of time there as well as traveling to see family this summer. Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/29

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We are planning lots of trips to the greene, the library, the museum, the zoo... playdates, ice cream, the park... good times Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/30

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