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For Immediate Release: May 30, 2006
Huntington Beach to Host 2006 National Lifeguard Competition
More than 1,000 Junior and Adult Lifeguards Expected to Participate
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. Huntington Beach, the City that recently earned international acclaim for its Surf City USA® trademark, has been selected by the United States Lifeguard Association (USLA) as the location for the 2006 National Lifeguard Competition. Schedule for August 10th through the 13th, this year's event is expected to draw more than 1,000 competitors from around the country for a series of running, swimming and boating competitions for both adults and junior lifeguards.
"Huntington Beach is home to some of the best beaches and some of the best lifeguards in the world," said Craig Lumb, this year's event organizer and member of the Huntington State Beach Lifeguard Association. "The west coast has typically dominated this competition, but the east coast is stepping up to the plate. It will be interesting to see who takes the lead this year."
The 2006 USLA National Lifeguard Championships will be promoted by ESPN Fox Sports News, which also plans to develop a televised special. The competition will take place at Huntington State Beach. In addition to the beautiful beaches and wonderful weather Huntington Beach has to offer year round, the city is conveniently located near the Long Beach Aquarium, Knott's Berry Farm and Disneyland.
Held annually, the National Lifeguard Competition includes lifesaving organizations from all over the country. Past competitions have been held in locations including Florida, Virginia, New Jersey and California.
The United States Lifeguard Association (USLA) is a nonprofit, professional association of beach lifeguards and open water rescuers, and the primary representative to the International Life Saving Federation – the worldwide body of lifeguards. USLA is composed of over 100 local chapters, nationwide. The goal of the organization is to reduce the incidence of death and injury in the aquatic environment through public education, national aquatic rescue standards, training programs, promotion of high levels of readiness, and other means. Visit www.usla.org for more information.
The Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau is the official destination marketing organization representing Huntington Beach, California. As one of the top Southern California vacation destinations featuring premier California beach resorts, Huntington Beach is the ideal location for a California family vacation, California weekend getaway or surfing trip. With eight and half miles of pristine California beaches, it is fast becoming a destination of choice for vacationers and business travelers alike. To plan your Surf City USA vacation or learn more about Huntington Beach, visit the Bureau Web site at www.surfcityusa.com or call 800-729-6232 for a free dining or visitors guide.
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