Comments on: How to Practice Etiquette at the Beach

on 3/13/2006 Do not talk to Lifeguards. We are in those chairs for a reason. We are supposed to be working, not chatting. It is not up to you to be concerned if we are lonely or not.
As for dogs on the beach-In many other places,dogs are often not allowed on beaches until after the beaches close for the day at 6PM.

on 2/14/2006 Make sure to bring a pair of dark sunglasses with you to the beach. You don't want to be caught staring at that cute guy or that hot girl in the teeny bikini- especially by your (or their) significant other!

on 11/22/2005 These days everyone seems to be taking their favorite pooch with them to romp and run free. Many beaches (as in Oregon), do have leash laws, but few people follow them. If you do let your dog run around, keep an eye out for them. Dogs chase birds, which disturbs the natural habitat. I also had a dog pee on my blanket. The owners watched and did nothing. So please, be responsible pet owners!

on 11/22/2005 Please remember...If you have chips and goodies, be sure to secure them somewhere so that the sea gulls (or other birds) won't swarm. They love to rip chip bags apart, and they flock in large numbers and make a mess on everyone and everything in the area. A BIG nasty birdie mess, if you know what I mean!

on 11/22/2005 Speedos, spandex, teeny bikinis... They truly are a privilege, not a right... I promise that I won't wear one, but, I REALLY don't need to see you wear one either...and more importantly, I don't want my young children asking where your clothes are.

on 11/22/2005 When you begin to leave the beach and are collecting your towel from the sand, pick it up gently by the four corners and carry it away from sunbathers- THEN empty it of any sand. Never, ever, ever just pick up your towel and shake it, as the sunbathing neighbor three feet away may end up with your sand in his eyes, nose, etc!!

on 11/22/2005 Just think that 50% of the ocean is probably made up of urine!!! ... ewwww

on 11/22/2005 Avoid running on a crowded beach. Sand gets kicked up & water also sprays onto unsuspecting people. Parents: culprits tend to be happy kids who need kind & frequent reminders; they forget when they're having fun. And let them have fun, but be considerate.

on 11/22/2005 Don't let your children (or yourself!) dig huge pits or pile sand or seaweed "sculptures" directly where most people walk along the shore or to and from bathrooms, trash cans, etc.

on 11/22/2005 For those that use umbrellas: get one that is somewhat heavy and be sure that it's planted firmly in the sand. Also, tilt it a bit into the wind so that it doesn't pick it up and blow away.

on 11/22/2005 Go talk to the lifeguards - they can tell you where to surf. Also, they get lonely up there.

on 11/22/2005 If attainable (with young children), pick a sandy spot near a lifeguard. This may help prevent any possible danger in case you turn your back for a second.

on 11/22/2005 If you chose to drink beverages at the beach, it is a good idea to drink out of plastic cups rather than bottles.

on 11/22/2005 While swimming in the water, don't turn toward the nearest person in earshot and yell "SHARK!" It just isn't right!

on 11/22/2005 Please be considerate of others and mother nature by not smoking on the beach.