"The Wellsprings are Ashland's answer to Winter.

Unlike so many of our activities, slanted in favor of children, the Wellsprings are win-win for everyone. Dan and I catch up on conversations we started last summer while kicking back in the healing waters that embrace us like a big hug.

The water temperature is perfect. We big people submerge our tired bodies . . . other soakers comment: "Your kids are so happy!" . . . it is true: At the Wellsprings, we are all happy."

Excerpt from "Cheap Fun in Ashland: Family Activities for Little Ones" by Rachel Turiel, published December 16, 2009 in "Joy" magazine.

 

For centuries Native Americans have honored the warm springs on the banks of Bear Creek as a sacred ceremonial site. It is reported that warring nations put down their weapons in the vicinity of the hot springs. Applying for water rights in 1862, Eugenia Jackson dedicated these artesian waters to “sanitarium and natatorium purposes.”

WellSprings  is dedicated to fulfilling Eugenia Jackson’s dream of making these healing waters available to the public for rejuvenation and health restoration.

WellSprings naturally warm, spring-fed pools  provide year around family swimming and soaking.  A spacious warm water soaking pool is situated next to WellSprings nearly-Olympic sized swimming pool. A large wooden deck provides a great place for sunning or just hanging out with a good book or friend. A steam room and sauna complete the package and insure a relaxing and rejuvinating spa experience.

 

 

Pricing

Yearly Membership............$2 per person

Day Use

adult..................................$8
child..................................$3
student with I.D.  .............$6
wellsprings resident........$6
single jacuzzi.................$25
double jaccuzzi.............$35
shower.............................$4

10-Punch Pass

adult...............................$65
child...............................$30
student with I.D.  ..........$50
wellsprings resident.....$50
single jacuzzi..............$200
double jaccuzzi..........$300
shower...........................$35

Monthly Pass

adult...............................$80
couples........................$100
child...............................$30
student with I.D.  ..........$60
wellsprings resident.....$60
senior (63 and up)........$60
family...........................$150

Yearly Pass

adult.............................$500
couples........................$750
child..............................$125
student with I.D.  ........$400
wellsprings resident...$400
senior (63 and up)......$400
family........................$1,000

 

Guidelines for Mindful, Healthful Spa Use

1. Rest - Relax - Rejuvenate - Restore

2. Leave at home: worries, cigarettes, alcohol, drugs, valuables and pets.

3. Park your shoes in the cubbies provided.

4. Enjoy a cleansing shower before using pools and sauna.

5. Use your towel to cover sauna bench - essential oils only.

6. Unbreakable containers only.

7. Drink lots of water and avoid over-heating.

8. Walk slowly - talk quietly - consider others

9. Help your children avoid running, jumping, shouting.

10. Accompany your children in the sauna and steam room.

11. You are responsible for your own safety.

12. Take care of yourself, each other, and the WellSprings.