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Outdoor Pools Open in Pyeongtaek July & August
We have already told out about the splash pads that will be opening in August (read that here) but did you know there will be outdoor pools opening up soon as well? These are fab and fun places to connect with the local community while cooling off from the oppressive heat. Remember, these are very Korean outdoor spaces so following local customs is very important and doable. No reason to be scared, but be prepared. Culture NotesIn order to have the most fun possible, be sure to read the South…
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August in South Korea, Fun & Entertainment, July in South Korea, Kids and Family, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Summer
Pyeongtaek Summer Splash Pads
Public Pyeongtaek splash pads usually open in July and August. Keep reading to learn more about splash pads including locations and rules! Updated: July 2022 Splash Pads in South Korea Many cities and private malls across South Korea have invested in splash pads to help families beat the summer heat. Splash pads are often free to use and very popular with community families. Splash Pad Seasonal Operation Hours The splash park schedules may vary depending on if they are city or privately owned: City-run splash pads often run on a…
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May Camp Reflection & June SIGNUP!
Our first 5th and 6th-grade summer just took place last week at the Moobongsan Camp in northeastern Pyeongtaek. It was a smashing success. We started working with the Pyeongtaek Youth Center last year to make these camps a reality and they have done smashingly. In 2017 we did two camps: one grade school and one middle school. This year we are doing four camps: two 5th and 6th grade and two middle school camps. All of them are overnight camps a Moobangsan camp facility and then a day near or on…
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We Go Together Summer /Fall Camp
South of Seoul is excited to announce the first FREE Pyeongtaek City Youth Center camp for Korean and American students! We have been working for months with the Pyeongtaek Youth Center to create this (and another upcoming) FREE summer camp for students this year. We also added Sig Flips the Table as our personal adviser in order to make sure military parent’s needs and opinions were well represented in the organization process. Everyone’s efforts paid off. The first camp will be held is for grade school students (birth years 2006, 2007,…
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August in South Korea, July in South Korea, June in South Korea, Korean Travel & Adventure, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Summer
5 Water Parks to Cut the Heat this Summer
Traveling across South Korea this summer? Here are 5 water parks to cut the heat this summer. Updated: July 2022 About Summer in Korea Summer is just around the corner and things are going to be seriously heating up. If you are like me you are going to be looking for some fun ways to cool off. This year my plan is to mix it up a bit. July and August usually have the highest temperatures of the year in South Korea. Temps may rise to 43 degrees during the…
