. Coast watch. Marine resources; Oceanography; Coastal zone management; Coastal ecology. drink to prevent dehydration and sun- glasses to cut down on glare from the water and sand. If older adults and chil- dren are among your beach party, bring a beach umbrella to offer respite from the sun. 2. Choose a beach that has a life- guard or is monitored by a beach patrol. "I always swim where there's a life- guard," Dabrowski says. "If I was someone who didn't know much about the beach, I would sure swim near someone who did know something about ; 3. As soon as you ar- rive o
. Coast watch. Marine resources; Oceanography; Coastal zone management; Coastal ecology. drink to prevent dehydration and sun- glasses to cut down on glare from the water and sand. If older adults and chil- dren are among your beach party, bring a beach umbrella to offer respite from the sun. 2. Choose a beach that has a life- guard or is monitored by a beach patrol. "I always swim where there's a life- guard," Dabrowski says. "If I was someone who didn't know much about the beach, I would sure swim near someone who did know something about ; 3. As soon as you ar- rive on the beach, check with the lifeguard about ocean conditions. Ask about the location and strength of the backwash, rip currents and longshore currents; the possi- bility of submerged hazards such as groins, loose pilings or old fishing piers; the prevalence of jellyfish and stingrays; and the depth of the nearshore waters. For example, ask how fast the beach drops off beneath the breakers and whether there are any nearshore holes or gullies. 4. Heed what the lifeguard says or any warnings posted. When rip currents are frequent, Dare County officials warn swimmers against swimming in nearshore waters, says Sanderson, director of Dare County Public Safety. They announce the warnings through local media and by posting red flags. The town of Nags Head prohibits swim- ming when the red flags are flying, and violators are ticketed. 5. Don't overdo. Don't run a beach marathon during the heat of the day unless you are conditioned for it. Don't soak up too much sun. If you feel compelled to tan despite dermatolo- gists' warnings, do so gradually by us- ing sunscreens. Don't drink too much alcohol. It can impair your judgment, causing you to attempt feats beyond your ability. 6. If you are bringing children to the beach, "always, ALWAYS watch them," Dodge says. He cautions that parents should keep small children within arm's reach when they are play- ing in the surf. "
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