South Walton Fire District Lifeguards Take to the Beach (Santa Rosa Beach) South Walton Fire District (SWFD) lifeguards will report to their towers at eight beach access points this Saturday, March 12, 2011. The Beach Safety and Education Program, a partnership between the SWFD and the South Walton Tourist Development Council (TDC), began its 6^th season two weeks ago, as new and returning lifeguards reported for the start of the annual training academy. The annual training academy lasts 80 hours and consists of medical, surf rescue techniques, beach and water surveillance techniques, strength and stamina conditioning, Fire District policies/procedures and communications. “Training at this time of year in the Gulf is particularly challenging due to the cold water and weather temperatures and the District is proud of our new lifeguard team, who are committed to keeping our beaches and our community safe”, said Gary Wise, Beach Safety Director. The SWFD would like to invite the members of our community to attend the Lifeguard Academy graduation ceremony this Thursday, March 10, 2011at 3:30 p.m. at Ed Walline Park located at the intersection of CR 393 and  CR 30A. For further information, please contact Sean Hughes, Deputy Chief at 850-267-1298 or visit our website at www.swfd.org.

South Walton Fire District Lifeguards Take to the Beach