Update 8/9/2024 at 5 AM Heavy rainfall and a significant flood threat gradually shifts northward today from the northern and Mid-Atlantic into upstate New York. It is going to miss Long Island. Update 8/8/2024 at 5 AM The center of Tropical Storm Debby was located inland over South Carolina. Debby is moving toward the northwest […]
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Over five weeks, our Junior Lifeguards were immersed in ocean and bay training, fostering both aquatic skills and physical fitness. Daily routines included swimming drills, rescue simulations, and basic first aid instruction. Team-building activities strengthened camaraderie, while competitions tested their abilities and encouraged personal growth. The program also emphasized ocean safety, pool safety, environmental awareness, […]
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In and Around the Pool Education and Rules Additional Considerations By following these safety measures, you can help create a safer pool environment for children and families.
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Lifeguard competitions are events where lifeguards demonstrate their skills in various lifesaving techniques and physical fitness. Guards compete in activities like distance swims, rescue simulations and sprints. These competitions test speed, agility, teamwork, and decision-making under pressure. Events often include beach sprints, surfboard paddle races, and surf rescues, highlighting the diverse skills required for lifeguarding. […]
Read More Smith Point takes 3rd at L.I. Lifeguard Championship
In Week 4 of Junior Lifeguards, participants focused on water safety skills. Our juniors practiced teamwork through relay races and scenarios. The highlight of today at Smith Point, was beach flags competition. Beach Flags, or also known as musical chair competition, emphasizes reaction time and quick decision-making skills. Overall, it was a dynamic and educational […]
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The 2024 Summer Olympics (French: Jeux olympiques d’été de 2024), officially the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad and officially branded as Paris 2024, is an international multi-sport event taking place from 24 July to 11 August 2024 in France, with the opening ceremony having taken place on 26 July. Paris is the host city, with events held in 16 additional cities spread across Metropolitan France, and one subsite in Tahiti, French Polynesia.[4] […]
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Project Relic is an ambitious initiative aimed at protecting and preserving our oceans, recognizing the critical role they play in sustaining life on Earth. Oceans cover over 70% of the planet’s surface and are vital for regulating climate, supporting biodiversity, and providing resources and livelihoods for billions of people. However, they are under threat from […]
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The third week of junior lifeguards was ‘action-packed’, with an emphasis on practical rescue skills and teamwork. The Sunday kicked off with a series of rescue simulations designed to mimic real-life scenarios at each beach. One of the highlights of today was jumping off the tower, a thrilling activity that tested the speed, reaction time […]
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Sunday was a GREAT day! Constant teaching about safety was paramount and brilliantly executed throughout the day. Our lifeguards on duty performed admirably, helping 53 people reach safety and return home to their families and friends. Throughout the day, our guards were constantly in and out of the water to ensure a secure environment. The […]
Read More 53 Rescues at Smith Point
The second week of junior lifeguards at Smith Point and Meschutt beaches was marked by excitement and engagement from all participants. Under the clear blue sky, the young lifeguards dove into a series of skill-building exercises designed to enhance their water safety and rescue abilities. The day began with a run, swim and a paddle […]
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