Lifeguards

From 1st place to last place with one break of a wave. This was the second (of two) 3-lap dory boat races July 19th at the 2008 San Clemente Ocean Festival (SCOF) in San Clemente , California. My brother (Dick, the “bow man”) made the wrong descision taking off on the shoulder of this top to bottom wave. They had nice control of first place at the end of the second lap. You can see Bret (the stern man) try to get his weight to the back of the dory in hopes of getting the bow up and making the wave. His efforts were futile as their bow dug in and they broached towards the peek, ultimately the wave had it’s way with them. Notice the crowds reaction, the pier and beach was completely packed with spectators. The SCOF usually offers the best viewing and action in our summer lifeguard racing schedule. This wipe out shows why greed (of a wave ride to the beach) can make or break your whole race. This race was eventually won by Brian and Brad in the “SILVER EDITION” Quiksilver Dory. And, for the record, Dick and Bret salvaged a 5th place.

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Perranporth (Cornwall UK) Lifeguards in action! Rescue boards, Jet Skis and Inflatable Rescue Boats being out through their paces by some of the UK’s finest guards.Film courtesy of R.Howell of Lock and Load Films (judgedread10@hotmail.com)

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2006 Season video slide show

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With sharks in the water, thieves on land, broken bones, overdoses, fights and mass rescues, the lifeguards of Bondi Beach have their hands full watching over the millions of tourists and locals who flock to the area each year.

Bondi Rescue shows that while having an office at the beach can certainly have its perks, these rugged Australian lifeguards risk it all patrolling from sunrise to sundown while keeping beachgoers safe. Whether it is launching a mass ocean rescue effort, preparing for a racial riot or even playing Santa Claus on Christmas, these lifeguards have a work hard, play hard attitude that makes a visit to Bondi a once in a lifetime experience.

Filled with life-and-death rescues, shark sightings, and a few humorous encounters with some over zealous party-goers, each episode delivers a shot of drama and heart-pumping adrenaline. With rescue board cameras, helicopter footage and behind the scenes access, get side-by-side the lifeguards as they put themselves in danger to help save others.

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Beach completely closed due to Hurricane Bill effects on Aug. 22 but lifeguards made the most of it. Video shows huge waves, very high tide and lifeguards getting tossed around.

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Surf Rescue Support Services WA – lead by Cam Obeirne – invited: Archie Kalepa, Supervisor of Ocean Safety Operations for the county of Maui, Hawaii – regarded as one of the instigators of personal water craft as lifeguard rescue equipment, and Legendary Professional Big Wave Surfer; and Mike Slattery, Director of High Surf Rescue, personal watercraft equipment, Haweiwa, Hawaii, to present and run an Advanced Surf Rescue training weekend in Margaret River, four hours south of Perth, WA.

Over three days the guys (and one girl) were put through their paces by the pro’s, honing their skills and learning new techniques. By the end of the weekend the participants were buzzing with the progress they had made and amped to test their new skills and teach others coming through the ranks.

For all you need to know about lifeguarding visit the Australian Lifeguard Service: www.lifeguards.com.au
For more information on personal water craft surf rescue accessories visit www highsurfrescue.com

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Port Stanley Beach Patrol is in Port Stanley, Ontario which is located on the north shore of lake erie. Lifeguards guard its main beach from late june to early september.

TO THOSE INTERESTED IN APPLYING YOU’LL NEED:

- Standard First-Aid + CPR-C
- NLS Pool and/or Waterfront
- Related experience
- Friendly team-oriented personality
- Top physical fitness a MUST

Its never too early or too late to get involved!

TO APPLY, please send resume and cover letter directly to:
Corporation of the Municipality of Central Elgin
Ron Richards, Recreation Superintendent
450 Sunset Drive
St.Thomas, ON N5R5V1

or email to:
rrichards@centralelgin.org

If you have any questions about the patrol or about applying please visit the PSBP facebook group (Port Stanley Beach patrol) or email kalinwalters8@hotmail.com
or szmclean@hotmail.com

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IRB training excercise is seaford bay, seaford voluntary lifeguards

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This combined course will teach you everything you need to know if you want to become a Lifeguard, whilst giving you all the skills you need to be a great surfer!

For more information, check here http://www.iwishgapyear.com/flying-fish/australia/surf-instructor-basic

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http://www.FunToWatch.TV Hurricane Bill Waves Swimmer saved by fast responding Carolina Beach lifeguards.You can easily spot a rip current by its foamy and choppy surface. The water in a rip current can be dirty brown, from the sand being turned up, and moves rapidly out to sea.

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