SPF – Sun Protection Factor Who should wear SPF?Everyone. Sunscreen protects you from harmful UV (ultraviolet) rays, which can cause skin cancer and premature aging of the skin. How much sunscreen do I need and how often?Most adults need about 1 ounce — or enough to fill a shot glass — to fully cover their […]
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Read More Heat advisory remains in effect through Saturday evening
On a Tuesday morning, a young, approximately thirty foot humpback whale swam to visit Smith Point. This great creature was spotted feeding on a school of bunker fish, approximately a half a mile directly South from Smith Point. It was a great site to see and experience.
Read More A humpback whale visits Smith Point
In a daring display of clear thinking and swift action, Captain Matt Martins and a lifeguard Brett Doxsee (Who finished The Ironman Triathlon 2 days ago…) sprang into action to rescue a distressed paddle boarder who found himself in a unnerving situation two miles north from Meschutt’s shore. It was a serene summer day, but […]
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The Ironman Triathlon is a grueling and prestigious endurance event that pushes athletes to their limits. Consisting of a 2.4-mile (3.86 km) swim, 112-mile (180.25 km) bike ride, and a full 26.2-mile (42.20 km) marathon run, it demands remarkable physical and mental stamina. The event, which originated in 1978 in Hawaii, has grown into a […]
Read More Brett Doxsee finishes The Ironman!
This was our third week of Junior Lifeguard training. The surf was moderate with occasional 4 foot shore break. Our juniors did well and learned a thing or two about the Atlantic Ocean and safety. As always, our goal is to educate our Suffolk County Patrons and youth about ocean safety. Through ocean training, interaction […]
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Proposed Bridge Rendering, view southwest The Suffolk County Department of Public Works (SCDPW) is undertaking a project to replace the existing Smith PointBridge over Narrow Bay carrying the William Floyd Parkway (C.R. 46), in the Town of Brookhaven. This project is abeing funded in part with money from the Federal Highway Administration. Since the public […]
Read More THE REPLACEMENT OF THE SMITH POINT BRIDGE OVER NARROW BAY
During the second weekend of the Smith Point Junior Lifeguard program, the goal is to educate our Suffolk County Patrons and youth about ocean safety. Through ocean training, interaction and exploration, the Smith Point Junior Lifeguards gain: development of confidence, mental and physical fitness and respect for one another and the coastal environment. Sign in, […]
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The Smith Point Junior Lifeguard program’s goal is to educate our Suffolk County Patrons and youth about ocean safety. Through ocean training, interaction and exploration, the Smith Point Junior Lifeguards gain: development of confidence, mental and physical fitness and respect for one another and the coastal environment. Sign in, waiver, 8:45 AM 400 meter beach […]
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Jul 06, 2023, 5:42am Updated 13h ago By: Virginia Huie Multiple agencies on Long Island detailed their plans Thursday to keep swimmers safe following five suspected shark bites this week. Beachgoers can expect to see patrols on jet skis, paddles boards, helicopters and drones on the lookout for dangerous marine line. Suffolk County officials announced a plan to […]
Read More ‘There’s always a potential for risk’: State parks police ramp up shark patrols after 5 suspected bites since Monday
