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LOCATION: The Wilmington Aquatic Center (WAC) will be located in Wilmington, NC adjacent to I-40 at Murrayville Road near Laney High School in New Hanover County. WAC will be located in a highly desirable and visible I-40 location convenient to area beaches, downtown Wilmington, UNCW and the Wilmington airport. WAC will be built on land being donated from Olsen Farm and WAC will be the centerpiece of the Olsen Farm Recreation Village.

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Local Transportation: WAC will provide free local shuttle service so all residents in New Hanover County will have access to WAC.

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PROGRAMS: WAC will offer swim lessons and various aquatic programs to increase access to swimming for individuals of all ages and abilities, including individuals with disabilities, Veterans and seniors with decreased abilities. Year-round access to swimming and water therapy at WAC will be available for recreation and rehabilitation in an accessible and supportive setting. Programs and events held at WAC will increase in-person interactions, decrease screen time and reduce isolation. WAC will foster health, fitness, well being and connection for all current and future generations of the Wilmington community.