Water safety tips for summer

PHOTO: WILLAMALANE. A “Life Jacket Kiosk” is available at Clearwater Park, 2400 Clearwater Ln., Springfield, thanks to a partnership between Eugene Springfield Fire, Willamalane, Cabela’s, and Lane Professional Firefighters Local 851. Willamalane staff open and close the kiosk each day and fire department staff check it weekly to confirm there are enough life jackets available in each size. The kiosk is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Two of Oregon’s 34 wild and scenic rivers run right through Springfield, offering numerous water recreation opportunities. The Willamette River, McKenzie River, and their tributaries are enticing in the hot summer months, but these are fast-moving, dynamic waterways that need to be explored with caution.

Life jackets are for everyone
• People of all ages and abilities can benefit from wearing a life jacket. Life jackets should be worn by everyone when entering dynamic waterways…

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