RACINE — City officials are taking steps to repair erosion along a stretch of the Lake Michigan Pathway that reopened earlier this summer after extensive reconstruction work. Rainwater runoff from storms has washed away a soil and sand berm between the Lake Michigan Pathway and a portion of Zoo Beach. The Racine Department of Parks, […]
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Johnson Outdoors employees pick up 8k pieces of trash in Clean Earth Challenge
RACINE — Employees of Johnson Outdoors, 555 Main St., recently picked up more than 8,000 pieces of trash as part of the Clean Earth Challenge (CEC), a national volunteer trash cleanup effort. The volunteer team outside Johnson Outdoors corporate headquarters, 555 Main St. The group picked up 8,000 items of trash in about an hour […]
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North, Zoo Beaches closed due to high waves and strong currents on Aug. 22
RACINE — North and Zoo Beaches are currently closed for Aug. 22. The closure comes from the City of Racine Public Health Department. The closure is due to high waves and strong currents at North and Zoo Beaches. Screenshot of the City of Racine’s Interactive Beach Map – Interactive Beach Map Daily water conditions at […]
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Racine’s 2023 lifeguarded beach season ends later this month
The Lake Michigan Pathway runs along the edge of Zoo Beach. – RACINE — Lifeguarded swimming at Racine’s North Beach and Zoo Beach ends later this month, the Racine Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (PRCS) announced on Monday. Racine beach lifeguard schedule The swimming areas at Zoo Beach will be guarded daily from […]
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North and Zoo Beaches remain closed for swimming Aug. 7
RACINE — North and Zoo Beaches remain closed for swimming on Monday, Aug. 7. The closure was made by the City of Racine Public Health Department and was announced on Sunday, Aug. 6. The closure was announced due to unsafe waves and current conditions at both beaches. Screenshot of the City of Racine’s Interactive Beach […]
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Lifeguard hours extended at Racine’s Zoo Beach starting July 13
RACINE — Lifeguard hours will be extended at Zoo Beach starting Thursday, July 13, the Racine Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (PRCS) announced on Monday. Zoo Beach gains lifeguards Because of diligent recruiting efforts, lifeguards will be on duty at Zoo Beach from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays through the […]
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UPDATE: North Beach reopened; high bacteria levels keep Zoo Beach under advisory July 7
UPDATE (JULY 7, 2023, 11:50 a.m.): RACINE — The Racine Department of Public Health on Friday revised the swimming status for North Beach and Zoo Beach after closing both beaches on Thursday because of unsafe bacteria levels in Lake Michigan. North Beach has reopened for swimming. Zoo Beach is at an Advisory level because water […]
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Zoo Beach opens June 10: here’s the scoop on safety, more
RACINE — Are you looking for a smaller, more quaint beach experience? Racine’s Zoo Beach, located on the north side of North Beach, is a smaller beach park that might be what you’re looking for. The City of Racine Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (PRCS) announced that Zoo Beach will officially open its sandy floors […]
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Racine beach swim season to end Aug. 28
RACINE — North Beach, 100 Kewaunee St., and Zoo Beach, just north of North Beach, will not be lifeguarded in the upcoming weeks as this year’s swim season closes out. North Beach will continue to have lifeguards on duty from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day through Aug. 28. Zoo Beach has a shorter […]
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New water safety equipment, protocols to be implemented by Racine County, City
The City of Racine’s coastline is nestled next to Lake Michigan. North Beach, 100 Kewaunee St., and Zoo Beach, located just north of it, are utilized for water recreation, especially during the summer months. Lake Michigan poses a threat to local swimmers and beachgoers. Problems with safe water quality levels and currents have resulted in […]
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9 charming beaches to visit in Racine County
Racine County is home to sandy beaches and swimmable shores. Beat the summer heat by visiting a beach in Racine County. Whether you choose to relax on the coast of a Great Lake or take advantage of one of the beaches west of I-94, there are multiple options available for swimming. Which beaches have you […]
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Racine’s beach season begins June 4
RACINE – North Beach, 100 Kewaunee St., will be open for the summer beginning June 4, according to Racine Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (PRCS). According to the North Beach website, the hours of operation are 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. year-round. Lifeguards will be present every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. starting […]
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Lake Michigan water safety: County to deploy $150k on high-tech devices, training
RACINE COUNTY – Racine County officials, with a strong focus on water safety, will deploy high-tech devices and a big public information push to help prevent drownings and accidents on Lake Michigan. About $150,000 will be spent on sophisticated equipment – including drones, remote-control life rafts and satellite-linked signage – plus training and coordination for […]
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Lake Michigan Pathway Reopens
Just north of North Beach and east of the Racine Zoo is informally known as “Zoo Beach.” Nearly a year ago, the Lake Michigan Pathway faced closure. This pathway runs alongside Zoo Beach. Due to significant lakefront erosion, the Lake Michigan Pathway was deemed unsafe by the City of Racine Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services. However, the bike/walking path segment behind the […]
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North, Zoo Beaches Declared Unsafe For Swimming Later Today, Tomorrow
RACINE – Because of expected hazardous conditions on Lake Michigan, North Beach and Zoo Beach here are under a Beach Safety Alert starting at 7 p.m. today (Tuesday) and running until 7 a.m. Wednesday. The Racine Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (PRCS) reported hazardous conditions forecast for both beaches mean that the beaches […]