Summer officially arrived this week and each year, as we see the mercury rise, we typically see an increase in news reports concerning people drowning. Swimming and other water-related activities are excellent ways to get the physical activity needed for a healthy life, and millions of people enjoy the water each year.Whether you like spending your summer free time at the lake or river, stream or pool, in public or in private, water does not discriminate. It is tragic when any life is lost due to drowning and especially tragic when the life lost the life of a child. The second your kids are old enough teach them to swim and to respect the water. If they’re too young then teach them to roll on their back and float. And make sure they know either swimming with a buddy or constant adult supervision is a must. Every single person regardless of age should learn how to swim. If you know the basics take an advanced swimming class, if you know that, consider taking a life saving course . Think of it as a gift you may never use but one that will give you a fighting chance should you ever need it. Learning to swim is one of the most valuable lessons you can ever learn and teaching a little one to swim can bring you a whole lot of joy. Practice safety in the water this summer and make this a Better Region 8.
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