Safety in Leisure and Recreation Activities

What does the weekend warrior need to do in order to be better prepared for the challenges awaiting them? How can we apply safe strategies to our leisure activities and play?

Dr. Jill Sturts is Associate Professor and Chair of Sport and Recreation Professions as well as the Assistant Dean of Batten Honors college at Virginia Wesleyan University, she shares that education is key in participation in recreational activities.

Giovani Garbutt is the president and program director for American First Responder, he explains how we need to be aware of our surroundings and that first aid is the first care that is offered when there is an injury. These expert guests help us understand the steps we need to take to stay safe when playing sports, having fun on the playground or participating in leisure activities.

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