As spring break 2021 approaches signaling the start of the beach season there are some points to consider that will keep you and your family safe all summer long. The following are points to consider: Swimming Ability When visiting the beach, swimming ability should always be factored in. A day… Continue reading
As we are heading into the holiday season many are looking forward to those celebrations with family for the Christmas holiday. It won’t be long before the New Year is upon us and then what? Many of us will be very happy to see 2020 depart! With all the CoronaVirus… Continue reading
Hypodermic needles being found in sand is a worsening problem for many Southern California beaches and we are sounding the alarm. Unfortunately, this problem can be found on the East Coast as well. Many beachgoers are becoming increasingly concerned with the rise of needles being found in the sand as… Continue reading
Hawaii is now moving a bill through its legislature that would require yacht and boat charters to have a certified lifeguard or rescue diver on board to ensure the safety of passengers in activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, and kayaking. This is a bill that we will be watching… Continue reading
As Golden State Lifeguards continues to expand and refine its services, we are proud to announce that we are offering ocean safety services to yacht and boat charters out of Marina Del Rey as well as Oxnard/Ventura Harbor. We will eventually be pushing as far north as Santa Barbara to… Continue reading
This blog is being written for those lifeguards who think the job is about getting the perfect tan or meeting the hottest guy/chick on the job. If that is the only reason you signed up for this job, then you need to quit now and save us all the trouble… Continue reading
Tragically, thousands of Americans die of cardiac arrest and even more tragic is the fact that thanks to a legal system that is broken tends to punish those who attempt to save lives. The result is that many are afraid to administer lifesaving CPR or first aid to those who… Continue reading
The oddly adorable stingray is misunderstood by so many. Fear has been instilled in people since the tragic death of Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin in 2006, but it is actually rare to die from a ray injury. At the most, especially at Southern California beaches, it is common to see and… Continue reading
Recently and once again there has been another news story making its rounds across all social media platforms scaring the wits out of moms all across America that needs to be stopped dead in its tracks immediately. As you know, “dry” or “secondary” drowning are hot topics thanks to… Continue reading
