Beach 2 Bush
Beach 2 Bush program offers students in regional areas an introduction to surf lifesaving and the vital water safety skills required to stay safe in an aquatic environment. The presentation is designed to increase awareness of the risks associated with the surf and show children how to minimise these risks. Every year the program visits around 85 regional and rural schools.
what students will learn
| Flags | How to find the red and yellow flags, why we should swim there and identify other important flags at the beach |
| Signs | How to read beach signs and understand the danger represented by each sign |
| Sun Safety | Educating students on the importance of sun safety all year round |
| Rip Currents | How to spot a rip current and how to get out of a rip |
| Signal for Help | Demonstration on how to signal for assistance |
| Marine creatures and stingers | Students are taught about a diverse range of marine creatures and stingers including correct treatment of stings |
| Equipment | Children learn about lifesavers uniforms and equipment through interaction and rescue demonstration |
| Water Safety Tips | How to swim safely in other waterways i.e. lakes, dams, creeks |
The Beach 2 Bush program is assisted by the Ash Barty Foundation through its community grants program.
cost
This is a FREE program.
upcoming programs
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