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JUNE 2008

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REVIEWS
Huntington Beach Lifeguards
by Kai Weisser

Huntington Beach/HB, known today as Surf City USA, is not only one of our nation’s busiest beaches but has a long and upstanding history in the professional development of lifeguards and lifesaving in America. Reviewed by Charles Kroll more...

BLOGS
Gary Thill ,
the editor of Aquatics International,
keeps his finger on the pulse of the aquatics industry.




As gas prices break the $4-a-gallon ceiling and jobless rates rise, one of the biggest questions on everyone’s mind these days is, “Can the aquatics industry weather this economic storm?”

Of course, the best barometer of how the industry is faring in these tough times is you. So let me know what you think. Better yet, share your survival strategies with other professionals right here! more...

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Best of Aquatics LogoCall for Entries
2008 Aquatics International Best of Aquatics

Each year, Aquatics International magazine bestows the prestigious
Best of Aquatics
awards to facilities that demonstrate excellence in aquatics.Eligibility
All aquatics facilities are eligible for the awards. Professionals are invited to submit entries on behalf of their facilities in the appropriate categories. Judging
A panel of respected aquatics professionals will independently select winners. Awards are based on facility programming, promotional materials, aquatic amenities and community involvement.Recognition

• Winners will receive feature coverage in a special Best of Aquatics supplement in the November/December 2008 issue of Aquatics International.

• Winners will also receive a Best of Aquatics awards plaque and permission to use the Best of Aquatics logo on their promotional materials.

Categories
• Overall Commitment to Aquatics
• Public/Nonprofit Indoor Family Aquatic Centers
(including YMCAs and community center pools)
• Public Sector Waterparks (must have regional draw)
• Public/Nonprofit Outdoor Family Aquatic Centers
• Commercial Waterparks
• Universities/Schools
• Military Base/Government Facility
• Waterpark Resorts
• Wellness/Rehab Center/Fitness Club
• Country Club/Swim Club

Deadline: Monday, June 30, 2008

Log onto link to download entry form.

Questions Call 503.288.4402 or e-mail gthill@hanleywood.com

Latest News

Dazed and Confused
With the clock ticking, CPSC has ruled on the exact requirements for the federal Pool and Spa Safety Act. But confusion remains.

New CPR Guidelines Not for Aquatics
Hoping to encourage more bystanders to perform cardiopulmonary respiration, the American Heart Association released new guidelines for the procedure, advising chest-compression-only CPR for adults who suffer a sudden cardiac incident. However, the change, does not apply to children or drowning victims.

Breath-holding Incidents Raise Concerns
At least one death prompts calls for greater awareness.

N.Y. Resort Battling Norovirus Outbreak
More than 500 people were sickened and lawsuits are pending.

Special Report

Uninspected Consequences
Public health inspectors are stretched thin on budgets, staffs and training, leaving pools and waterparks poorly inspected, if at all. Our special investigation reveals how it’s hurting aquatics and what can be done. more...


Featured Contributor

Tony Bates
OK, just admit it: Inspections are no fun. But they are necessary. Don’t believe it? Just ask Tony Bates, who penned Lessons Learned. One thing’s for sure — he’ll probably never look at inspections the same way again. Bates has been in the aquatics field for nine years. He started as a lifeguard at the Rowlett, Texas, community pool and then moved to the Wet Zone, also in Rowlett, as a supervisor when it opened in 2001. Tony is now in his third year as operations manager of the park. more...

 

Dream Designs Showcase

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Creative use of materials and the latest HVAC technology transforms an outdoor wave pool and kiddie pool area into an indoor paradise.

View the complete 2007 showcase of the industry's most imaginative design and architecture. more...


Calendar

 
JUNE
7-8 CPO Course
Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
800.922.0530
www.nspf.com


21 USMS 1 Mile Open Water Championships
Madison, Conn.
203.464.6903
www.usms.org
 
8-11 AWWA Annual
Conference & Expo

Atlanta, Ga.
800.926.7337
www.awwa.org
21 Water Rescue
Technician Course

Harrisville, N.H.
603.827.4139
www.lifesaving.com
 
9-11 SGMA Spring Market
Las Vegas, Nev.
202.775.1762
www.sgma.com
28-7/5 Esynchro U.S. Age Group Synchronized Swimming Championships
Binghampton, N.Y.
317.237.5700
www.usasynchro.org
 
14 USMS 6+ Miles Open Water Championships
Clemson, S.C.
864.646.8836
www.usms.org
30-7/3 Aquatic
Therapy Symposium

Sanibel, Fla.
866.462.2874
www.atri.org
 
19-20 CPO Course (Spanish)
Austin, Texas
512.873.8565
www.nspf.com




JULY  
8-12 IDEA World Fitness Convention
Las Vegas
800.999.4332
www.ideafit.com

17-18 CPO Course
Lake Tahoe, Calif.
800.223.5450
www.nspf.com
 
12 USMS 2-Mile Cable Championships
Charlottesville, Va.
804.282.6224
www.usms.org
17-20 Water Rescue
Train-the-Trainer Academy

Keene, N.H.
603.827.4139
www.lifesaving.com
 
8-13 FINA World Youth
Swimming Championships

Monterrey, Mexico
011.52.55.5395.7459
www.fina.org
19-20 CPO Course
Dallas
972.316.2020
www.nspf.com
 
13-19 U.S Open Synchronized Swimming Championships
Cleveland
317.237.5700
www.usasynchro.org

29 U.S. Open Swimming Championships
Minneapolis
612.625.5339
www.usaswimming.org
 
16-18 IAAPA Asian Attractions Expo
Macau, China
703.836.4800 (U.S. contact)
www.iaapa.org
 
AUGUST  
3 USMS 3-6 Mile Open Water Championships
Bend, Ore.
541.317.4851
www.usms.org
16 1-Mile Against the Tide Swim
for Breast Cancer

Brewster, Mass.
617.376.6222
www.againstthetidembcc.org
 
8-24 XXIX Olympic Games
Beijing, China
011.86.10.66699185
www.olympics.org
23 USMS 1-3 Mile Open Water Championships
Madison, Wis.
608.770.2307
www.usms.org
 
9 Island Beach 2-Mile Swim
Greenwich, Conn.
203.869.8714
www.gscevents.org
23-24 CPO Course
Clearwater, Fla.
727.786.1912
www.nspf.com
 
12-13 CPO Course
Edgewood, N.M.
888.701.7665
www.nspf.com
31 Mighty Merrimack 2-Miler
Lowell, Mass.
978.902.7584
www.doublecracing.com
 
14-17 USMS Long Course
Meters Nationals
Gresham, Ore.
503.679.4601
www.usms.org