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Water Recreation Safety: ● Just because other people are doing something does not mean it's safe. Take the advice of any posted warning signs , and err on the side of caution. ● Wear old sneakers or water shoes to avoid hurting your feet on submerged rocks or debris. ● Always scout below cliff jumping rocks by swimming around and below the surface where you plan to land before launching yourself into the water, preferably with goggles. Try testing the depth by measuring with a stick or weighted rope, and avoid jumping into water that keeps you from seeing the bottom. ● Be aware that hidden currents under the water's surface do exist and can sneak up on you. At the coast, heed riptide and sneaker wave warnings and learn to free yourself from them. ● Even wading comes with its share of danger, especially in late summer months when waterlines recede toward hidden dropoffs . Do your best to be aware of the geography of the riverbed or lakebed. ● Put children and inexperienced swimmers (even adults) in U.S. Coast Guard approved life jackets . ● Carry a long rope that floats for tossing to drowning victims. If you need to rescue someone in danger of drowning, it's best to pull them out of the water from shore, rather than jumping in after them and putting yourself in a dangerous situation as well. ● Know that most swimming holes and beaches in Oregon are not watched over by lifeguards . Take responsibility for your own safety and that of your family, and use the buddy system . ● The ocean, lakes, and rivers can be very cold , even in the summer time. Make sure to watch for signs of hypothermia in yourself and others. Get them out of the water and warmed up if you notice blue lips, uncontrollable shivering, or lack of energy Information from: http://www.oregonlive.com/outdoors/index.ssf/2016/07/12_tips_for_staying_safe_in_or.h tml
