. . . splashed down at the Columbia Swim Center. Sure, you've got to hike a little bit to get to the top of the five-story slides, but the payoff comes as you barrel through 660 feet of twisting tube before sloshing into the pool. Those in need of a break can try the rope swing that dangles from the bright geodesic roof. Still too wild for you? There's always the diving board or kiddie pool.
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Lifeguard Michael Ferrari oversees the mouth of the tube at the top of the slide.
(Craig Herndon For The Washington Post)
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Columbia Swim Center, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia. The Splashdown slides are open from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Fridays until the end of June and will reopen in September. There is a $10 fee for nonmembers. For more information, call 410-730-7000 or go to www.columbiaassociation.com/swimming.htm.
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