Outdoor News
Tips for Summer Swimming Safety
According to the Centers for Disease Control, recreational water venues receive more than 360 million visits from individuals across the United States each year,” says security guru Bret Almassy in his article titled “Tips for Swimming Safety.” “Whether you are taking a family vacation to the beach, boating on your local lake, or swimming in the community pool, swimming and water safety should always be a priority.” Bret Almassy, Vice President of Residential Services for AlliedBarton Security Services, www.alliedbarton.com, offers the following tips on Swimming Safety to help The Big Sky Weekly readers stay safe this summer:
Big Sky Hiking Schedule
Welcome all residents and visitors to Big Sky and Gallatin Canyon
Meeting Place and Time: Big Sky Hikers meet each Thursday morning, at the Big Sky Community Park, located on Little Coyote Road next to the Golden Eagle Lodge. A hikers will DEPART from here at 8:00 am, B hikers at 8:30, and C hikers at 8:30 unless otherwise noted. Please gather there at least 15 minutes earlier, sign up for the hike, meet your group and help prepare for a prompt departure. Transportation to the trailhead will be organized by car-pooling in each group. Roads to some trailheads will require four wheel drive vehicles with adequate ground clearance.