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FREE COMMUNITY EVENT

Brought to you by the YMCA, Willmar Community Education, Willmar Parks and Rec, New London-Spicer Community Education, and Arena.

Join us for a fun event featuring safety in and around the pool, food and prizes! Learn drowning prevention skills, how to fit and wear a life jacket, and how to stay safe around the water. Taught by certified instructors with the help of community volunteers. Bring the whole family! Free transportation provided by Willmar Bus.

Bus Schedule

 

SATURDAY, MAY 13

1:00 - 3:00 P.M.

Water safety for families at the YMCA pool

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MONDAY, MAY 15

6:00 - 8:00 P.M.

Water safety for families (males only) at the YMCA pool

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MONDAY, MAY 15

6:00 - 8:00 P.M.

Water safety for families (females only) at Willmar Middle School Pool*

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*Families with boys, age 12 & under, may attend either Monday session.
*For the most benefit, please wear swim attire or clothes that can get wet. In-pool and on-deck options will be available.
*Each session is 2 hours long and participation for the entire 2 hours is recommended.

 

What You'll Learn

  • Drowning Prevention Skills 
  • Boating Safety with the Kandiyohi County Sheriff
  • How to fit and wear a life jacket
  • How to stay safe around the water.

Volunteers Needed

Help the children in our community enjoy a fun, safe summer around the water!

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