C Eliot Institute will abide by Naramata Conference Centre waterfront rules. (This includes no swimming after dark.) Swimming is authorized only in the designated swim area and only when supervised by a designated lifeguard. No swimming is authorized after dark.

C Anyone under 18 years of age using the swimming facilities must have a swim check and Eliot swim bracelet.

C Swim checks are given on Sunday during the first swim period. (Announce swim check times and ask for assistance at the orientation on Saturday night.)

C Anyone under 18 using the swimming facilities outside the operating times must be accompanied by a parent or designated adult who is willing to take responsibility for the welfare of the swimmer(s). The designated adult must be given his/her responsibility directly by the parent.

C Swimmers must stay within the roped swimming area.

C All swimming aids (including tubes and air mattresses) must stay within the marked swimming area.

C Non-swimmers (yellow stripers) must by accompanied by a parent or designated adult whenever at the waterfront.

C Parents of non-swimmers should be counseled to take care in the use of swimming aids. In case of wind, a child ca be blown away from the shallow area and be unable to paddle back without assistance.

C Anyone under 18 years of age using the swimming facilities must have a swim check and Eliot swim bracelet.

C Swim checks are given on Sunday during the first swim period. (Announce swim check times and ask for assistance at the orientation on Saturday night.)

C Boats must stay out of the swimming area.

C Supervised times at the waterfront (outside of the designated time) are at the discretion of the lifeguard.

C Roughhousing on the dock or around the swimming area is out.

C There will be a second or third Adult (volunteer) present at the swim dock to monitor the beach.

C This person will be responsible for check in and out of swimmers and ensure each swimmer has a swim buddy. It is advised to have a “Buddy Check” every half hour.

C Rules are to be posted at camp and waterfront

C HOURS: Swimming is supervised by an Eliot appointed lifeguard at the swimming beach from 1:30 to 5:00 p.m. each day, and at other daylight times specifically designated and authorized by the Dean. Swimming at any other time or place is unauthorized and solely at the risk of the swimmers and their parents, guardians, or sponsors. SWIMMING IS NOT PERMITTED AFTER 11:00 P.M. QUIET TIME ON GROUNDS.

C Use of motorized water craft at Naramata Centre is not allowed.

C Campers who wish to bring non-motorized craft such as canoes, kayaks and sailboards may do so for their own use. Storage and use of such craft is at the camper’s own risk. Appropriate safety equipment (approved PFD’s) should be worn, and locks should be provided to guard against theft. CHILDREN AND YOUTH (PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 19) MAY NOT USE WATER CRAFT BELONGING TO, OR ACCOMPANY CAMPERS IN WATER CRAFT, WHO ARE NOT THEIR PARENT OR SPONSOR. (Persons under the age of 19 may accompany their own parent or sponsor in their own water craft, observing appropriate safety rules and solely at their own risk.) Bringing such personal water craft to Naramata Centre is not encouraged, because it fails to contribute to building a loving community experience.

C First Aid Horn Alert: Clearly state this to be used ONLY for “911" type emergencies.

1. Times of operation

2. Swim check operation

3. Volunteer call for swim checks

4. Basic safety and behavioral expectations (define basic according to your personal style)

5. Teasers as to a possible special offering or two

1. First aid concerns - mention ( and possibly demonstrate) first aid alert horn

2. Show swim band for the benefit of first timers and give a pep talk

3. Mention schedule of swim times and swim checks