At the start of the summer holidays take a moment to watch, read and share some advice in how to enjoy the Lakes and surrounding waters safely 🙏🏼
1️⃣Do not swim alone
2️⃣Always use a bright tow float and cap for visibility
3️⃣Enter the water slowly and get used to it
4️⃣Check the depth of the waterbed by walking in carefully
5️⃣Work out where you will exit the water safely
6️⃣Don’t be tempted to stay in too long
7️⃣Wear a wetsuit, if possible, to keep you warmer and more buoyant
8️⃣Swim along the shoreline so you can easily get out when you need to
9️⃣Have lots of layers, a hat, and a warm drink for when you get out, even in summer
🔟Never drink alcohol and swim
❗️Also, be on the lookout for blue green algae, which occurs naturally in freshwater lakes and poses a small risk to human health, but it can be lethal for dogs if they come into contact with it. The advice is not to swim if you spot it❗️
BE ADVENTURESMART ⛰️🥾🏊🏼‍♀️🌤
Ask yourself 3 questions before you set off:
– Am I confident I have the KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS for the day?
– Do I know what the WEATHER will be like?
– Do I have the right GEAR?