This event is the perfect opportunity for everyone to come out and show their support for the beaches, and in the process, learn about other efforts to protect our coastal waters. Also participating in the event are children who participate in KidzWatch. KidzWatch is a new program administered by the San Diego Police Department. It is geared toward incorporating children into Neighborhood Watch programs. KidzWatch, in partnership with local police, fire, and lifeguard officials, trains children in fire safety, contacting the police, bicycle safety and water safety.
Kids also complete community projects throughout the year.
I think this program will make kids more aware of safety issues, and more importantly, it will teach them to have pride in their communities. A new mascot for the program is a meerkat, an animal known for living in communities and protecting their boundaries. With summertime approaching, everyone in San Diego is looking forward to getting outdoors, enjoying the warmerweather, and spending time at the beach. The amount of rainfall we received over the winter as a result of El Nino kept people inside. Although the rains have stopped, the effects of El Nino can still be felt.