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Lifeguards on duty for summertime shifts at Westwood Lake

Afternoon swimmers at Westwood Lake under watchful gaze of lifeguards
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Ava Corrigal, 8, heads for the water Tuesday at Westwood Lake where she and other young swimmers will be watched over by Andrew Smythe, head lifeguard of a city lifeguard team helping to keep the beach safe through the summer. CHRIS BUSH/The News Bulletin

Nanaimo’s lifeguards are back on duty for the summer at Westwood Lake.

Since June 25, lifeguards have been on duty at Westwood Lake daily from noon to 6 p.m. and will keep swimmers under their watchful gaze, depending on the weather, including Canada Day, B.C. Day and Labour Day, until Sept 4.

Throughout the summer, the city is also offering a number of swimming lessons and day camps in Westwood Lake Park.

In August, families can join staff for an afternoon of Hawaiian-themed games during Hawaiian Holidaze, a free special event at Westwood Lake Park, from 1-3 p.m. on Aug. 4.

More information on summer programs and events can be found in the spring and summer activity guide.

To register for swimming lessons, Mermaid Camp, Survivor Swim Camp, Discover Paddleboarding class and more, visit ireg.nanaimo.ca or call 250-756-5200.



Chris Bush

About the Author: Chris Bush

As a photographer/reporter with the Nanaimo News Bulletin since 1998.
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