Walden and Peacham
As the weather SLOWLY begins to warm, my family and I get more and more excited to get back in the water. In fact, my crazy kids have already gone in the pond! Swimming and others water related activities can be wonderful and fun summer activities. It is so important to know how to enjoy your time in, on, and around the water safely. According to the American Red Cross, drowning is one of the top causes of death among children. We can keep ourselves and our children safe by following a few recommendations. 1. Use layers of protection. Barreirs to water access, life jackets, and adult supervision 2. Have all family members learn to swim 3. Know what to do in a water emergency. Learn basic CPR skills 4. Always swim with a buddy 5. Avoid swimming, operating watercraft, and supervising water activities if you are under the influence 6. Wear a life jacket when boating or fishing, even if you know how to swim well. For more information, or to find swimming lessons near you, visit: www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/water-safety.html
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