NatioNal Beach Day

August 30 is National Beach Day! This is a day, founded in 2014, set aside to celebrate the Country’s beaches and all that they have to offer. It is also a day to help promote the preservation of our beaches. Keeping them clean and protecting the wildlife is important so that we may enjoy them for years to come! There are many things to do at the beach. You can explore wildlife, swim, play sports, or even just relax and rest. It is a great place for families and friends to enjoy the beautiful summer weather. Some beaches allow people to ride horses up and down the coast. There are many different color beaches; there are pure-white, sandy beaches, black-sand beaches, and even yellow-and red-sand beaches. Many sports activities can be fun in the water. Jet skis, sailboats, speed boats, skiing, and parasailing are just a few of the fun things that are available to people who are looking to have a good time on the water. In addition to protecting the beaches, it is important to remember safety when you are at the beach. For any outdoor water activity, use waterproof sunscreen with a high sun protection factor, or SPF, and reapply it often. Your skin can start to burn before you feel it. Sunglasses with UV protection to protect your eyes are always a good idea, too. Drink lots of water to prevent dehydration and heat stroke. If you are swimming in the water, always check with local authorities and your parents to make sure it is safe. Never swim without at least one buddy and use the buddy system. Many beaches have a colored flag system which tells you if the water is calm, to swim with caution, or to stay out of the water. Pay attention to the flag system, and never enter the water under a red flag or dangerous currents warning! How will you celebrate National Beach Day this year?

Beach tic-tac-toe

If you visit the beach this Summer, you can play a game of tic-tac-toe with a friend or family member. Play the four rounds of tic-tac-toe.

coNNect-the-DotS

hiDDeN oBjectS

Circle the 10 hidden objects below.

Beach Safety!

Always remember to practice beach safety! Never go to the beach without an adult. Drink lots of water and use plenty of sunscreen. When getting into the water, always use a lifejacket. Follow these tips to have a safe and fun day at the beach!