Williamson County Parks and Recreation has teamed up with a group of first responders from Williamson County to host a Water Safety Day on Friday, May 24 th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the outdoor pool of the Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill, 2909 Commonwealth Drive. This is a community educational event to promote water safety and first aid emergency preparedness to children through demonstrations and games.
Participants ages 4-15 will learn how to recognize the signs of drowning and the "Reach or Throw, Don't Go" American Red Cross technique of assisting a drowning person. They will also be introduced to how police and firemen respond to emergencies and much more. Parent/guardians are required to stay and encouraged to participate, so bring your suit, towel and sunscreen for this event. The program is free; but advanced registration is required, and spaces are limited. Register at www.wcparksandrec.com.Registration code #14942. In the event of inclement weather, the program will be canceled. For more information contact Caitlyn Schultz at (615) 302-0971, ext. 2222 or Caitlyn.Schultz@willliamsoncounty-tn.gov.
