Safety has always been a key part of our organization’s goals. In 2024 we designed and manufactured a water safety sign that speaks to all languages and ages and offered these free to all island residents and businesses that reside on the water. A local artist and volunteer for our organization, Janet White, created the illustration on the sign. In addition, in 2024, Bethel Island Children’s Support contacted the California State Parks Boating and Safety Outreach Coordinator, Sara Parks, to start a life jacket loaner program. Boyd Realty Owner, Julie Jackson, provided the space in front of her office to place the sign and jackets. Gina and Greg Jeffers built the life jacket loaner station and installed it with the assistance of Scott Mack from Bethel Harbor. This station has been filled with loaner life jackets in various sizes that are free to use by anyone who needs them.
