The Habersham County Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting its third annual Swim Safely Day on Saturday, April 26. The event will be held in the Ruby Fulbright Aquatic Center.
According to Habersham County Public Information Officer Ashlyn Brady, the event has three registration times for those interested in attending. The event will have three one hour classes, beginning at 9 a.m., followed by a 10 a.m. class, with the last class beginning at 11 a.m.
“One of the main purposes of the event is to help anyone in the community learn essential water safety tips,” Brady said. She explains that the class will show parents and children many helpful tips such as CPR Basics, lifejacket fittings and safety checks, water safety demonstrations, and small-scale swim lessons.
“With the summer season approaching we hope that providing water safety education will save lives and prevent drownings in our area,” Brady said.
The classes are open to the community. For children six years of age and younger, they must be accompanied by a participating parent or guardian.
Register ahead of time to ensure your selected time. Each class has a limited number of spaces available for participants. .
Those wishing to participate can register online at habershamga.recdesk.com.
The Ruby Fulbright Aquatic Center is located at 120 Paul Franklin Road in Clarkesville.
