Assateague State Park
2013 Junior Beach Patrol Program

Get a taste of what it’s like being a part of the Assateague State Park Beach Patrol by training with the lifeguards! Participants will have the opportunity to learn about and get involved with many different components of lifeguarding, including lessons about beach and ocean ecology; basic surf rescue techniques; physical fitness challenges; and rescue equipment and how it is used.

children participating in a Junior Beach Patrol activity

This camp is open to Assateague State Park campers as well as Day Use visitors. Camp meets at Lifeguard Office at Assateague State Park Concession building. The cost is $10 per participant for the 2-day camp. For more information about the Assateague State Park Junior Beach Patrol, contact us at (410) 641-2120 ext. 18 or byates@dnr.state.md.us

Registration for the 2013 Junior Beach Patrol Program will be available beginning April 24, 2013. At that time, an online registration form will be available or you can register in person at the State Park Ranger Station.

Junior Beach Patrol Program

Ages: 7 – 15
Tuesdays and Thursdays (2-day session)
10:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Session 1: June 18th and June 20th
Session 2: June 25th and June 27th
Session 3: July 9th and July 11th
Session 4: July 16th and July 18th
Session 5: July 23rd and July 25th
Session 6: July 30th and August 1st

* Equipment is provided. Registered participants receive a water bottle and certificate of completion. Participants should wear bathing suits, sunscreen, and hats are recommended. Service charge of $10 per participant. Pre-registration beginning April 24, 2013 by phone or e-mail is recommended. Space is limited.

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Location

The park is located at the end of Stephen Decatur Highway (Route 611.) From the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, head east on Route 50 towards Ocean City and turn right onto Route 611. From the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel, take Route 13 north to Pocomoke City. Turn right onto Route 113 and head north toward Snow Hill. Stay on Route 113 to Berlin. Turn right onto Assateague Road (Route 376.) When it ends, turn right onto Stephen Decatur Highway (Route 611.)

Assateague State Park
7307 Stephen Decatur Highway
Berlin MD 21811

Contact

Phone: 410-641-2120
Toll Free: 1-800-830-3974
Reservations: 1-888-432-2267

Contact the Park Service

  • Toll Free: 1-800-830-3974
    (Annapolis Office)
  • Reservations: 1-888-432-2267
  • Park Watch: 1-800-825-7275
  • Email Us

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