Lifeguard

Volunteers will work under the authority of crew leaders and camp administration. It is important that volunteers show respect to those leaders at all times and are teachable when given instruction. Work with the mindset of putting the needs of others ahead of yourself. As the body of Christ, we have a responsibility to work together in this ministry for the purpose of evangelism and edification. Since we have so many different workers coming from all different backgrounds, there will be differences of opinion. We must not focus on these differences, but rather our communion that we have through the precious blood of Jesus Christ. Our relationship with God ought to be the first and foremost. If our relationship with Him is correct, the relationships we have with others will be God-honoring.

In addition to a bathing suit, lifeguards should bring a whistle as well as a hat or sunglasses. Lifeguards will work under the head lifeguard. During times when a lifeguard is not needed, they will work with a secondary work crew. Lifeguards will assist with pool (open daily during the afternoons) as well as Lake Day (several hours on Thursdays). At the pool, duties will include assisting with swimming ability tests, supervision, and straightening the pool area. At the lake, lifeguards will assist with helping campers in and out of boats and supervision. Trail Ridge's pool reaches a depth of 9 ft., so only lifeguards with deep-water certification should initiate a rescue in the deep end. A copy of Trail Ridge's EAP for Water Emergencies is included below.

Please email your current lifeguard certification as well as any First Aid or CPR certifications to info@trailridge.org. Thank you!