Sequim Water Reuse Pond Repairs Completed Ahead of Kids Fishing Day

The pond was drained and relined in time for the annual community event.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 8:31pm

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An extremely abstracted, out-of-focus photograph of children fishing in a pond, with soft pools of warm color and light creating a dreamlike, nostalgic atmosphere.The annual Kids Fishing Day event at the Sequim Water Reuse Pond will continue to bring families together to enjoy the outdoors and connect with nature.Sequim Today

Sequim Public Works crews discovered issues with the Water Reuse Pond liner in 2025 and determined it needed to be replaced. The pond was drained in the fall to allow work to begin, and the replacement project was completed on April 8, 2026. With the repairs done, the City of Sequim has announced the 25th annual Kids Fishing Day will take place on Saturday, April 18.

Why it matters

The Water Reuse Pond is an important community asset in Sequim, hosting the popular annual Kids Fishing Day event. Completing the necessary repairs ahead of the event ensures the pond is ready for the community to enjoy.

The details

Crews removed the old liner and prepared the site for installation of a new one. The replacement project began on April 2 and was completed on April 8. Public Works officials say additional work on the pond and liner is expected in early fall, but the pond will remain filled until then.

  • In 2025, Sequim Public Works crews discovered issues with the Water Reuse Pond liner.
  • The pond was drained in the fall of 2025 to allow work to begin.
  • The replacement project began on April 2, 2026.
  • The replacement project was completed on April 8, 2026.
  • The 25th annual Kids Fishing Day will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

The players

Sequim Public Works

The city department responsible for maintaining the Water Reuse Pond and overseeing the repair project.

City of Sequim

The local government organizing the annual Kids Fishing Day event at the Water Reuse Pond.

North Olympic Peninsula Chapter of Puget Sound Anglers

The community organization sponsoring the Kids Fishing Day event.

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife

The state agency also sponsoring the Kids Fishing Day event.

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What’s next

Additional work on the pond and liner is expected in early fall, but the pond will remain filled until then.

The takeaway

The successful completion of the Water Reuse Pond repairs in time for the annual Kids Fishing Day event demonstrates the city's commitment to maintaining important community assets and providing opportunities for families to enjoy the outdoors.