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February 3rd, 2010
Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Try-Outs Approaching Quickly . . .
Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Try-Outs Approaching Quickly . . .
This is a reminder to you that the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Try-Outs are beginning this weekend on February 7, 2010 – that’s right – on Superbowl Sunday! There is plenty of time to take your child for the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Try-outs which are going to be held at the Newport Harbor High School Pool deck. Make sure to bring:
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Your child’s proof of age.
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3 forms of identification (i.e. driver’s license, utility bill, car registration).
Make sure you are prepared! Hopefully, your child has been swimming and is ready to meet the requirements set by the Newport Beach Lifeguards. The requirements are to swim four laps – a total of 100 yards in the time set below:
“A” (14-15 year olds): 1:35 (one minute, 35 seconds)
“B” (12-13 year olds): 1:40 (one minute, 40 seconds)
“C” (10-11 year olds): 1:45 (one minute, 45 seconds)
“D” ( 9 year olds): 1:55 (one minute, 55 seconds)
The Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard program is an amazing program. My daughters both participated in the program and I cannot say enough good things about it. It is organized, professional, educational, competitiveand fun for the kids. My older daughter Heather was competitive in the program, and today is a Huntington State Beach Lifeguard. Although my daughters are past this time frame, the program definitely was something they enjoyed and benefitted from.
The Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Program is held at the Balboa Pier by A Street at the Junior Lifeguard headquarters. The Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Program begins on Monday, June 28th, 2010 and ends on Tuesday, August 17th.
I have three favorite events for the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Program:
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The Hot Dog Dinner – a tradition which is enjoyed by both the kids and their family and friends.
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The Pier Jump – where all the kids line up, and the lifeguards and their support staff are in the water, and the kids jump approximately 30′ into the water. This is NOT mandatory!
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The Monster Mile – this event is fun for both the kids and their parents alike. The kids show up on the day of the “Monster Mile” dressed up like “monsters“! After the parade, there is a competitive one mile run in the sand, followed by a one mile swim back. The kids are grouped according to their age, and they wear swim caps for each age group. It truly is an amazing site. You can see the kids swimming back in the photo below:
So, here is your opportunity to take part in this awesome program. The try-outs are only in February. You can’t decide in June that you want to be in the program – does not work that way. The swim try-out dates are below:
Sunday, February 7th – 9:00am – 12:00pm
Sunday, February 14th – 9:00am – 12:00pm
Tuesday, February 16th – 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Sunday, February 21st – 9:00am – 12:00pm
Tuesday, February 23rd – 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Sunday, February 28th – 9:00am – 12:00pm
If I can answer any questions about Newport Beach Junior Lifeguards, or the requirements, please contact me.
Phone or Text: 949.280.0681
Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com
February 1st, 2010
Giant Squid Invasion in Newport Beach
Giant Squid Invasion in Newport Beach
These Giant Squids have become very prevalent in the waters off Newport Beach. The fishing has increased, and anglers are catching them. The Giant Squid on the average weigh between 20-40 pounds, and some being caught are as large as 60 pounds. There are articles and photos of fisherman holding them up, and they are several feet long! Some of these giant squid can grow up to be as large as 100 pounds.
A representative from Newport Landing Sportfishing told The Orange County Register that anglers in Southern California area have caught approximately 400 giant squid since Friday night.
So I am not so sure now is the time to go diving in these Newport Beach waters – that would be scary to see a 60 pound giant squid!
February 1st, 2010
Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Try-Outs
Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Try-Outs
Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard try-outs begin this weekend on February 7, 2010 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
The Newport Beach Junior Lifeguards try outs will be conducted on at Newport Harbor High School, Newport Beach, California.
If you have a child who is going to try out for the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguards, then hopefully they have been conditioning for the test. There are several pools to practice at, and the pools are heated in preparation for the Junior Lifeguard try-outs. The children can practice at Newport Shores Community pool in Newport Beach, Balboa Bay Club in Newport Beach, Newport Harbor High Pool in Newport Beach or the pool at Corona del Mar High School.. There are several dates throughout the month of February, they are located at the Newport Harbor High School Pool in Newport Beach, California, and these dates can be found below.
For the swim try outs, a child must be 9 years old by June 28, 2010 (per the Newport Beach Lifeguards). And you must bring valid identification (for example a birth certificate or passport). Also, you must provide valid proof of Newport Beach residency (for example – car registration, driver’s license, utility bill, or car registration). You need to provide three different items for proof of residency.
Each group is categorized A, B, C, D by their age. The swim consists of two complete laps (four lengths in a pool) and they must be completed in the following times. The following are the required swim times for each age group:
”A” (14-15 year olds): 1:35 (one minute, 35 seconds)
“B” (12-13 year olds): 1:40 (one minute, 40 seconds)
“C” (10-11 year olds): 1:45 (one minute, 45 seconds)
“D” ( 9 year olds): 1:55 (one minute, 55 seconds)
There are conditioning programs as well. For more information, please feel free to contact me directly. This is a fantastic opportunity for children to learn ocean and beach safety, and summer will come very quickly here in Newport Beach. Just so you know, Huntington Beach has both State and City Junior Lifeguard programs, and I will be posting about those try-outs as well.
Lastly, there is limited enrollment of 1250 Junior Lifeguards, and registration is on a first come, first serve basis.
The times for the swim test are below, and are held at the Newport Harbor High School Pool (rain or shine)!!
Sunday, February 7th – 9:00am – 12:00pm
Sunday, February 14th – 9:00am – 12:00pm
Tuesday, February 16th – 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Sunday, February 21st – 9:00am – 12:00pm
Tuesday, February 23rd – 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Sunday, February 28th – 9:00am – 12:00pm
Both of my daughters participated in this program, and I cannot give it enough accolades. The children get in great physical shape, and at the same time learn about ocean and beach safety, and make great friends a long the way. My older daughter Heather is now a Huntington State Beach Lifeguard, and has had some wonderful experiences as a result of this program and competes in national Lifeguard events.
If I can answer any questions about the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard program, please contact me.
Phone or Text: 949-280-0681
Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com
February 1st, 2010
Are You Preparing Your Home to Sell?
Are You Preparing Your Home to Sell?
Guidelines for Home Improvements
When you are considering listing your home for sale, there is much to be considered to make your home as attractive as possible. This is a common question that I receive from home sellers who are considering selling their home.
The answer and consideration is – any improvements that increase the home’s attractiveness and overall size to the general buying public will increase its value. The following is a list which includes some guidelines to consider when preparing your home to sell:
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Select a neutral color, paint on the inside and out.
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Have trim painted for a fresh look.
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Make sure that carpet and flooring are clean.
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If you are replacing carpet, use a neutral color carpet to appeal to the general buying public.
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Consider light window treatments.
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Use mirrored wardrobe doors on closets to enhance space.
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Organize cupboards, closets, drawers, and laundry room and maintain the organization.
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Add healthy house plants in strategic locations to create a warm feel.
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Add colorful plants to exterior of home, and spruce up exterior landscaping· Utilize seasonal flowers to keep landscaping up to date.
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Trim trees if needed (check with Arborist to be sure it is the correct time of year to trim trees or bushes)· Keep windows and screens clean inside and out.
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Replace screens if needed – and be sure to keep screens clean as well for optimum view
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Keep all mirrors clean throughout home· Make sure glass shower doors are clean and without hard water spots.
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Add decorator mirrors in strategic locations to enhance openness of home
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Keep fireplace clean if wood burning, and add unburned wood.
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De-clutter every room to ensure home looks more spacious. This is probably one of the most important considerations when preparing a home for sale.
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Put away personal photos so prospects don’t get distracted.
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Keep your home neat and orderly at all times.
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Make sure your home smells fresh and clean and does not have any odors. If there are are odors, that may offend a potential buyer.
Keep in mind, that the majority of buyers cannot really visualize what “it will look like”.
If I can answer any questions about preparing your home to sell, offer recommendations for home improvement, or answer any questions about real estate in the Newport Beach area, please contact me.
Phone or Text: 949.280.0681
Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com
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