Minnows Program
The Junior Lifeguard Day Camp Program for the summer of 2024 is a free program and is open to male and female applicants ages 8-13. The purpose of the program is to introduce basic lifesaving skills and rescue techniques as an educational and physical training foundation for future prospective beach patrol employees.
The location of the camp will be held on Providence Avenue and the beach starting Thursday, July 11, 2024 and will be held every Thursday for 5 sessions with the last camp being Thursday August 8, 2024. All Participants will meet outside at the Albany Avenue lifeguard station starting at 11:00AM and running until 3:00PM. The Albany Avenue lifeguard station will be the drop off and pick up location.
Participants will learn ocean safety and rip current awareness and how to use the lifeguard equipment safely. Beach patrol instructors will teach the basic skills of C.P.R. and first aid, surf dashing, rowing, and swimming through the surf. Participants will also be involved in team building activities, an ocean safety poster contest, and beach games.