Normal hours of operation at Tobey Pond are 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., seven days a week, but beach administrator Josh DeCerbo has explained that these hours are weather and staff permitting.
“We cannot legally open the beach if fewer than two lifeguards are available at any time to be on the beach,” he explained. “This can, and does, happen from time to time.”
Changes in schedules are routinely reported on Facebook and he advises that residents check there to see if there are any closures. ]
DeCerbo said he actively communicates with the beach staff on days when there is a difficult weather forecast and about events that take place there. “We especially want to prevent issues relating to trespassing or use of the beach by the public outside of our normal operating hours whenever possible,” he said.
Residents should inquire about using the facilities in advance of any planned activities by messaging DeCerbo on Facebook.
Beach-goers are required to respect the lifeguards and obey their instructions at all times. Those who do not will not be allowed on the beach.
For information about permits to use the town beach, click here.