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Mandy And Jenny Discuss The Putnam Co. YMCA With Brad Halfacre

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Brad Halfacre sits down with Mandy and Jenny from the Putnam County YMCA to talk about the wide range of programs they offer for families and individuals of all ages and abilities. With over 30 years of combined experience at the Y, they share details about youth day camps, swimming lessons for all ages, and soccer clinics that will prepare you for their Soccer Saturdays. A big focus of the conversation is water safety—including their "Phone Down, Eyes Up" campaign, which encourages parents to stay alert and engaged at the pool. They also share a fun, catchy tune to help kids remember how to wear life jackets properly, and explain how to reserve pool lanes and sign up for public or private adult swim lessons.

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19 Jul English United States Wilderness · Leisure

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