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With the hot weather we’re having, please remember that the water can still be dangerously cold. Most of us do this all year round, but with everything in the news it’s a good time for a little reminder for us...
As the days get longer and the water starts to warm up, it’s only natural to feel tempted by longer swims and spending more time in the sea. But don’t be fooled — it’s still cold out there. Even with...
Rip currents: If you get caught in a rip current: 1. Stay calm, panic is the biggest danger. Remember rip currents don’t last forever, and you can float. 2. Don’t swim straight back to shore, this is the the mistake...
Tow floats: A tow float (also called a swim buoy) is a brightly coloured, inflatable device that dippers/swimmers attach around their waist before going into open water. We even have polkadot Bluetit ones for sale in our online shop!! The...
Written by Dennis Hawkins-Bogle - Campbell River Bluetits, Canada We gather on the beach around a small fire. Mary has her Tim’s, Jeanette has her mug, Allen has his thermos. “Good morning,” is met by, “good morning,” which is...
