Open Water Preparation for fun with family & friends!
Open Water brings critical needs for safety, awareness, and planning!
You can learn and practice important skills in a pool or open water or on dry land as an individual or part of a group.
Selecting and fitting lifejackets and buoys
Properly assessing the changing weather conditions
Understanding how to manage your body in currents and rip tides
Hydrating plus identifying & treating dehydration and heat stroke
Locating designated swim areas and times
Knowing proper gear for various open water locations & weather conditions
Developing emergency plans for various scenarios and groups such as water skiing, boat parties, & river tubing
Locations
Lake, beach, river, creek, canal, ocean or sea, boat ramp, paddling trail, designated swim area
Activities
Kayaking, boating, jet skiing, wake & paddle boarding, river tubing & floating, canoeing, snorkeling, rafting, surfing
Events
Birthday parties, summer camp, wedding events, summer & winter holidays, spring break, & many more!
