July 2015
2015 Beach Party & Car Show
The 2015 Beach Party is almost here! Join us at the Outdoor Pool July 31st from 3pm-7pm for games, food, refreshments and lots of fun! For details call the Community Center at 759-4330. Car Show Contest: 3pm-7pm - Classic Cars, Hot rods, Muscle Cars, Sports cars and Motorcycles! To Register: (316) 759-4327 or eric.higgerson@us.af.mil Register NLT July 30th = $15 Contest Entry Fee Register July 31st = $20 Contest Entry Fee **Cars need to be in place by 2pm on the July 31st…
Find out more »May 2016
Outdoor Pool Opens!
Cool off at the Outdoor Pool! Enjoy the pool as the summer heats up and get some free food on May 27, from 11am-7pm.
Find out more »July 2017
Wing Triathlon
Run, swim, and bike your way to glory at the Wing Triathlon! On Saturday, 22 July, compete against other members of Team McConnell for a chance to win the title of triathlon champion! The triathlon will consist of three parts: A 5K run, a 20K bike, and a 500M swim. Don't think you can do all three? Grab two friends and enter our relay competition, where each person in a three-member team will run, bike, or swim one leg of…
Find out more »August 2017
Delayed Opening- Outdoor Pool Opening at 3 p.m.
Due to a maintenance issue, the Outdoor Pool will open at 3 p.m. today. We're sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
Find out more »Outdoor Pool Moves to Weekend-Only Hours
Starting 12 August, the Outdoor Pool will move to weekend-only hours. The pool will be open Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m., weather permitting. The pool will open for special Labor Day Weekend Hours from Saturday, 2 September through Monday, 4 September. On those days, the pool will open from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. After Monday, 4 September, the Outdoor Pool will close for the season. For more information, please visit https://www.refuelmcconnell.com/outdoor-pool
Find out more »September 2017
Last Day Outdoor Pool is Open
The Outdoor Pool will open for special Labor Day hours on Monday, 4 September from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m., weather permitting. After Monday, 4 September, the Outdoor Pool will close for the season. For more information, please visit https://www.refuelmcconnell.com/outdoor-pool
Find out more »July 2018
Family Summer Reading Program- Story Swim
The McConnell AFB Library is celebrating our two themes for the 2018 Summer Reading Program: “Libraries Rock!” and “Reading Takes You Everywhere” Throughout the summer, we will host a variety of programs for our patrons to enjoy. There will be interactive programs for families each week to encouraging movement and reading. Summer Reading is an opportune time for families to connect through fun. All programs take place in the Youth Center (located in Base Housing). All programs are free, but…
Find out more »August 2018
Glow Stick Pool Party
The outdoor pool will be turned into a glow in the dark rave to finish out the summer! Don't miss a chance to see the pool lit up with glowsticks. Dance and play in the water all night with giant LED pool inflatables and LED decor! Say goodnight to the kids because this is an adult only event! 18 years and up only. Enjoy the photobooth, DJ, LED hoops entertaining, games and prizes! Pizza and water will be provided until…
Find out more »May 2019
Pool Seasonal Opener
Who is ready for some fun in the sun? Then stop by the Outdoor Recreation Center's Pool Seasonal Opener on 27 May from 11am - 3pm! This year we will be celebrating the pools opening with a FREE family-friendly event that will include inflatables, games and much MORE! So grab your swimsuits and get ready to swim! For more information please contact ODR at (316) 759-4355.
Find out more »June 2019
Beginner Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as: Entering and exiting the water safely Entering water by stepping or jumping in from the side Learning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath control Submerging entire head Blowing bubbles Opening eyes underwater Front and back float and recovering to a stand Front and back…
Find out more »Beginner Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as:Entering and exiting the water safelyEntering water by stepping or jumping in from the sideLearning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath controlSubmerging entire headBlowing bubblesOpening eyes underwaterFront and back float and recovering to a standFront and back glideChanging direction in the waterSwimming short distances on…
Find out more »Beginner Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as:Entering and exiting the water safelyEntering water by stepping or jumping in from the sideLearning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath controlSubmerging entire headBlowing bubblesOpening eyes underwaterFront and back float and recovering to a standFront and back glideChanging direction in the waterSwimming short distances on…
Find out more »Beginner Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as:Entering and exiting the water safelyEntering water by stepping or jumping in from the sideLearning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath controlSubmerging entire headBlowing bubblesOpening eyes underwaterFront and back float and recovering to a standFront and back glideChanging direction in the waterSwimming short distances on…
Find out more »Intermediate Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering intermediate swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Intermediate Levels are for swimmers who would like build on their basic skills (ages 5 and up). All students must possess a Level 2 certificate or demonstrate all the skills taught in our Beginner class. During this 4-week class, swimmers will build on aquatic skills by learning how to: Jump into deep water Head first entry from sitting or kneeling Submerging and retrieving an object Underwater Swimming Bobbing…
Find out more »Beginner Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as:Entering and exiting the water safelyEntering water by stepping or jumping in from the sideLearning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath controlSubmerging entire headBlowing bubblesOpening eyes underwaterFront and back float and recovering to a standFront and back glideChanging direction in the waterSwimming short distances on…
Find out more »Beginner Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as:Entering and exiting the water safelyEntering water by stepping or jumping in from the sideLearning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath controlSubmerging entire headBlowing bubblesOpening eyes underwaterFront and back float and recovering to a standFront and back glideChanging direction in the waterSwimming short distances on…
Find out more »Beginner Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as:Entering and exiting the water safelyEntering water by stepping or jumping in from the sideLearning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath controlSubmerging entire headBlowing bubblesOpening eyes underwaterFront and back float and recovering to a standFront and back glideChanging direction in the waterSwimming short distances on…
Find out more »Beginner Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as:Entering and exiting the water safelyEntering water by stepping or jumping in from the sideLearning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath controlSubmerging entire headBlowing bubblesOpening eyes underwaterFront and back float and recovering to a standFront and back glideChanging direction in the waterSwimming short distances on…
Find out more »Intermediate Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering intermediate swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Intermediate Levels are for swimmers who would like build on their basic skills (ages 5 and up). All students must possess a Level 2 certificate or demonstrate all the skills taught in our Beginner class. During this 4-week class, swimmers will build on aquatic skills by learning how to:Jump into deep waterHead first entry from sitting or kneelingSubmerging and retrieving an objectUnderwater SwimmingBobbingSurvival floatingTreading waterFront crawlButterflyBreaststrokeBack crawlBackstrokeSidestrokeSafe divingFeet-first surface…
Find out more »Beginner Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as:Entering and exiting the water safelyEntering water by stepping or jumping in from the sideLearning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath controlSubmerging entire headBlowing bubblesOpening eyes underwaterFront and back float and recovering to a standFront and back glideChanging direction in the waterSwimming short distances on…
Find out more »Beginner Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as:Entering and exiting the water safelyEntering water by stepping or jumping in from the sideLearning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath controlSubmerging entire headBlowing bubblesOpening eyes underwaterFront and back float and recovering to a standFront and back glideChanging direction in the waterSwimming short distances on…
Find out more »Beginner Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as:Entering and exiting the water safelyEntering water by stepping or jumping in from the sideLearning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath controlSubmerging entire headBlowing bubblesOpening eyes underwaterFront and back float and recovering to a standFront and back glideChanging direction in the waterSwimming short distances on…
Find out more »Beginner Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as:Entering and exiting the water safelyEntering water by stepping or jumping in from the sideLearning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath controlSubmerging entire headBlowing bubblesOpening eyes underwaterFront and back float and recovering to a standFront and back glideChanging direction in the waterSwimming short distances on…
Find out more »Intermediate Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering intermediate swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Intermediate Levels are for swimmers who would like build on their basic skills (ages 5 and up). All students must possess a Level 2 certificate or demonstrate all the skills taught in our Beginner class. During this 4-week class, swimmers will build on aquatic skills by learning how to:Jump into deep waterHead first entry from sitting or kneelingSubmerging and retrieving an objectUnderwater SwimmingBobbingSurvival floatingTreading waterFront crawlButterflyBreaststrokeBack crawlBackstrokeSidestrokeSafe divingFeet-first surface…
Find out more »Summer Reading Family Program – Splash Down and Water Play
Our Summer Reading families are invited to join the McConnell Air Force Base Fire Department on 20 June for a Splash Down with water play! There will be several activities to get you soaked so wear your suits and come splash with us! We will meet at the Pool Pavilion at 10am. For more information please call the Library at (316) 759-4207. The 2019 Summer Reading Program's Theme is "A Universe of Stories" the CSLP (national) and "It's Showtime at…
Find out more »Beginner Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as:Entering and exiting the water safelyEntering water by stepping or jumping in from the sideLearning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath controlSubmerging entire headBlowing bubblesOpening eyes underwaterFront and back float and recovering to a standFront and back glideChanging direction in the waterSwimming short distances on…
Find out more »Beginner Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as:Entering and exiting the water safelyEntering water by stepping or jumping in from the sideLearning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath controlSubmerging entire headBlowing bubblesOpening eyes underwaterFront and back float and recovering to a standFront and back glideChanging direction in the waterSwimming short distances on…
Find out more »Beginner Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as:Entering and exiting the water safelyEntering water by stepping or jumping in from the sideLearning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath controlSubmerging entire headBlowing bubblesOpening eyes underwaterFront and back float and recovering to a standFront and back glideChanging direction in the waterSwimming short distances on…
Find out more »Beginner Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as:Entering and exiting the water safelyEntering water by stepping or jumping in from the sideLearning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath controlSubmerging entire headBlowing bubblesOpening eyes underwaterFront and back float and recovering to a standFront and back glideChanging direction in the waterSwimming short distances on…
Find out more »Intermediate Swimming Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering intermediate swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Intermediate Levels are for swimmers who would like build on their basic skills (ages 5 and up). All students must possess a Level 2 certificate or demonstrate all the skills taught in our Beginner class. During this 4-week class, swimmers will build on aquatic skills by learning how to:Jump into deep waterHead first entry from sitting or kneelingSubmerging and retrieving an objectUnderwater SwimmingBobbingSurvival floatingTreading waterFront crawlButterflyBreaststrokeBack crawlBackstrokeSidestrokeSafe divingFeet-first surface…
Find out more »July 2019
Beginning Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as: Entering and exiting the water safely Entering water by stepping or jumping in from the side Learning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath control Submerging entire head Blowing bubbles Opening eyes underwater Front and back float and recovering to a stand Front and back…
Find out more »Beginner Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as: Entering and exiting the water safely Entering water by stepping or jumping in from the side Learning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath control Submerging entire head Blowing bubbles Opening eyes underwater Front and back float and recovering to a stand Front and back…
Find out more »Beginner Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as: Entering and exiting the water safely Entering water by stepping or jumping in from the side Learning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath control Submerging entire head Blowing bubbles Opening eyes underwater Front and back float and recovering to a stand Front and back…
Find out more »Intermediate Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering intermediate swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Intermediate Levels are for swimmers who would like build on their basic skills (ages 5 and up). All students must possess a Level 2 certificate or demonstrate all the skills taught in our Beginner class. During this 4-week class, swimmers will build on aquatic skills by learning how to: Jump into deep water Head first entry from sitting or kneeling Submerging and retrieving an object Underwater Swimming Bobbing…
Find out more »Beginning Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as: Entering and exiting the water safely Entering water by stepping or jumping in from the side Learning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath control Submerging entire head Blowing bubbles Opening eyes underwater Front and back float and recovering to a stand Front and back…
Find out more »Beginning Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as: Entering and exiting the water safely Entering water by stepping or jumping in from the side Learning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath control Submerging entire head Blowing bubbles Opening eyes underwater Front and back float and recovering to a stand Front and back…
Find out more »Beginner Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as: Entering and exiting the water safely Entering water by stepping or jumping in from the side Learning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath control Submerging entire head Blowing bubbles Opening eyes underwater Front and back float and recovering to a stand Front and back…
Find out more »Beginner Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as: Entering and exiting the water safely Entering water by stepping or jumping in from the side Learning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath control Submerging entire head Blowing bubbles Opening eyes underwater Front and back float and recovering to a stand Front and back…
Find out more »Intermediate Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering intermediate swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Intermediate Levels are for swimmers who would like build on their basic skills (ages 5 and up). All students must possess a Level 2 certificate or demonstrate all the skills taught in our Beginner class. During this 4-week class, swimmers will build on aquatic skills by learning how to: Jump into deep water Head first entry from sitting or kneeling Submerging and retrieving an object Underwater Swimming Bobbing…
Find out more »Beginning Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as: Entering and exiting the water safely Entering water by stepping or jumping in from the side Learning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath control Submerging entire head Blowing bubbles Opening eyes underwater Front and back float and recovering to a stand Front and back…
Find out more »Beginning Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as: Entering and exiting the water safely Entering water by stepping or jumping in from the side Learning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath control Submerging entire head Blowing bubbles Opening eyes underwater Front and back float and recovering to a stand Front and back…
Find out more »Beginner Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as: Entering and exiting the water safely Entering water by stepping or jumping in from the side Learning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath control Submerging entire head Blowing bubbles Opening eyes underwater Front and back float and recovering to a stand Front and back…
Find out more »Beginner Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as: Entering and exiting the water safely Entering water by stepping or jumping in from the side Learning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath control Submerging entire head Blowing bubbles Opening eyes underwater Front and back float and recovering to a stand Front and back…
Find out more »Intermediate Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering intermediate swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Intermediate Levels are for swimmers who would like build on their basic skills (ages 5 and up). All students must possess a Level 2 certificate or demonstrate all the skills taught in our Beginner class. During this 4-week class, swimmers will build on aquatic skills by learning how to: Jump into deep water Head first entry from sitting or kneeling Submerging and retrieving an object Underwater Swimming Bobbing…
Find out more »Beginning Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as: Entering and exiting the water safely Entering water by stepping or jumping in from the side Learning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath control Submerging entire head Blowing bubbles Opening eyes underwater Front and back float and recovering to a stand Front and back…
Find out more »Beginning Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as: Entering and exiting the water safely Entering water by stepping or jumping in from the side Learning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath control Submerging entire head Blowing bubbles Opening eyes underwater Front and back float and recovering to a stand Front and back…
Find out more »Beginner Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as: Entering and exiting the water safely Entering water by stepping or jumping in from the side Learning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath control Submerging entire head Blowing bubbles Opening eyes underwater Front and back float and recovering to a stand Front and back…
Find out more »Beginner Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as: Entering and exiting the water safely Entering water by stepping or jumping in from the side Learning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath control Submerging entire head Blowing bubbles Opening eyes underwater Front and back float and recovering to a stand Front and back…
Find out more »Intermediate Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering intermediate swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Intermediate Levels are for swimmers who would like build on their basic skills (ages 5 and up). All students must possess a Level 2 certificate or demonstrate all the skills taught in our Beginner class. During this 4-week class, swimmers will build on aquatic skills by learning how to: Jump into deep water Head first entry from sitting or kneeling Submerging and retrieving an object Underwater Swimming Bobbing…
Find out more »Beginning Swim Lessons
Outdoor Recreation is now offering basic swim instruction at the Outdoor Pool! Beginner Levels are for new, inexperienced, and/or beginning swimmers (ages 4 and up). This 4-week class will reinforce basic aquatic skills such as: Entering and exiting the water safely Entering water by stepping or jumping in from the side Learning to submerge mouth, nose and eyes and breath control Submerging entire head Blowing bubbles Opening eyes underwater Front and back float and recovering to a stand Front and back…
Find out more »August 2019
Glow Stick Pool Party & Inflatable Fest (18+)
The sun might go down but the fun doesn’t stop! All adults 18 years and older are invited to enjoy inflatables, lawn games, pizza, and more at the 2019 Inflatable Fest & Glow Stick Pool Party(18+)! Join us as the outdoor pool will be turned into a glow in the dark rave! Dance, jump, and swim all night with giant LED pool inflatables, bouncy houses and LED decor! Say goodnight to the kids because this is an adult only event!…
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