Who is Saving our Reefs?
Coral reefs are dying at an alarming rate, but who’s trying to stop this? Lucky for us, Watermen – Dr. Jacob Eurich, is doing his best to help. He’s part of a great community researching the interactions between coral reefs and human communities. Along with his...
Watermen in the woodlands
Well, last we caught up, the Watermen Crew ventured to Chicama to surf the longest left known to man. Where are we now? In the forest – feels like the middle of nowhere – with no cell reception and nothing but breathtaking views. AKA Yosemite. So how did we make it...
5 Great Water Workouts for Watermen & Waterwomen
We firmly believe the best workout for watermen or women should be done in the water preferably with a heavy dash of salt. There are many workouts that one might tolerate just for the sake of exercise, but why not make those workouts rewarding and enjoyable. Below is...
Knowledge of a Pool Lifeguard
An Experienced Pool Lifeguard knows what kind of swimmer you are before you even hit the water! Lifeguards recognize potential at-risk swimmers by the way the way they approach the water. Strong swimmers will approach the water full of confidence. Confident swimmers...
Lifeguard Uniform and Equipment Requirements
Lifeguard Uniform Requirements Lifeguard uniform requirements are basically the same throughout the world, men’s lifeguard board shorts, women’s lifeguard swimsuits and t-shirts printed with the words Lifeguard or guard. Board short lengths are designated by each...
Why Lifeguard Uniforms are the Color they are, and how that’s Changing
Ergonomics is a fancy word for scientific studies conducted to understand the interactions of humans and other elements of a system. The ergonomics study done recently for lifeguard personnel questioned what color uniform (boardshorts or swim suits) lifeguards or...
Why You Shouldn’t Swim or Surf After it Rains?
Ever hear the warning ‘don’t swim or surf after it’s rained’? Runoff Rain Water This is because of the surface runoff in rainwater, created by urbanization. This runoff is a major source of flooding and water pollution in urban communities worldwide. Surface street...
So, You Want to Be a Lifeguard? Certification and Testing
California’s beautiful State Parks encompass over 900 miles of ocean coastlines plus thousands of miles of reservoir, lake and river shorelines. Thousands of lifeguards protect these water sources, to ensure the safety of the 50 million people, that travel to these...
Want to Be a Lifeguard? What it Takes to Get Through Lifeguard Training
Lifeguard Training Lifeguard jobs require you to be strong, fit and able to swim. No matter what kind of lifeguard you decide to be (beach or pool), you need to start a training program. You have to be able to swim and swim well. Not only is your life at risk but...
So, You Want to Be a Lifeguard? Understanding Lifeguard Duties
Millions of visitors and locals hit the beaches, lakes, rivers and pools each year. But sometimes we need a little help, and there are lifeguards in place to do just that. No matter what kind of lifeguard you are, your one number task is not rescuing people, instead...