Tips When Sending Your Child to Water Events

1. Inform the party host about your child’s swimming ability. If you’re requiring your child to wear a Personal Floatation Device (PFD) at all times, inform the host.
2. Talk with your child about going near the water only with an adult.
3. Instruct your child to alert an adult if someone is playing too roughly.
4. Make sure your child has a Coast Guard approved (PFD), and require that they wear it at all times if necessary.
5. Send along your child’s flotation device.
6. If you are concerned about the level of adult supervision, be prepared to stay around and lend another set of eyes.