Water Safety Days Coming to Milwaukee County Parks Pools This Summer
Water Safety Days Coming to Milwaukee County Parks Pools This Summer
Milwaukee, WI – Milwaukee County Parks is proud to announce that Water Safety Day events will be held at its outdoor pools throughout the summer. Families will have the opportunity to learn vital water safety skills from Milwaukee County Parks lifeguards.
During this free one-hour event, participants will rotate through a variety of stations and learn essential water safety skills. Activities include learning how to use a ring buoy to assist a swimmer in distress, understanding the importance of wearing a properly fitted life jacket, assessing water conditions at beaches, rivers, ponds, and pools, and taking a guided tour of the facility to become familiar with safety features such as non-swimmer lines, no-diving signs, first-aid stations, and more.
Water Safety Day Schedule
- Monday, July 20th, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.: David F. Schulz Aquatic Center,1301 W Hampton Ave., Milwaukee
- Thursday, July 30th, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Sheridan Park Pool, 4800 S Lake Dr., Cudahy
- Wednesday August 5th, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Pelican Cove, 2201 S 7th St., Milwaukee *also in Spanish*
- Saturday August 8th, 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.: Wilson Pool. 1601 W Howard Ave., Milwaukee
- Thursday, August 13th, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.: Cool Waters Aquatic Center, 2028 S 124th Street, West Allis
Pre-registration is not required but requested. Participants who RSVP will receive a free pool pass.to be used at a future date. RSVP online through the Water Safety Day Registration form.
“Water safety is extremely important,” said Milwaukee County Parks Executive Director Guy Smith. “We’re excited to offer this free event to educate our community so everyone can be safe and have fun this summer.”
To learn more, call the Aquatics Hotline at (414) 257-8098.
Let’s make a splash with water safety this summer!
About Milwaukee County Parks
Milwaukee County Parks is dedicated to enriching the lives of the community by providing safe, enjoyable, and affordable recreational opportunities while preserving the natural and cultural resources of the parks. Spanning over 15,000 acres, the Milwaukee County Park System includes more than 150 parks and parkways, over 100 miles of trails, numerous community centers, golf courses, botanical gardens, beaches, and hundreds of playgrounds, athletic fields, and picnic areas. Committed to sustainability, health, and equity, Milwaukee County Parks continues to strive towards a vision where everyone, regardless of background, can enjoy the benefits of green spaces and recreational facilities
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NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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