VMH to host Safety Day Camp June 4 in Waukon for all children
Safety demonstrations during Safety Day Camp ... This year’s VMH Safety Day Camp will encompass a wide range of safety topics that are educational for all children, with some of those sessions pictured in the photos above and at left. The camp will be held Wednesday, June 4, at the Allamakee County Fairgrounds. A small fee per child will include lunch, snacks, a take-home goodie bag, first aid kit and a safety day camp T-shirt. Registration forms are available at the main entrance of Veterans Memorial Hospital, at Allamakee County Extension or online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YMQPJPL. Submitted photos.
Veterans Memorial Hospital (VMH) will be hosting the Safety Day Camp for children ages six to 14 Wednesday, June 4, at the Allamakee County Fairgrounds in Waukon from 8:15 a.m. to 2 p.m. The camp is open to all children in the area of that age range. The Safety Camp provides instruction about safety topics that are relevant to every child’s life.
Children often see the outdoors as an exciting playground - providing endless hours of fun and adventure. But the great outdoors can set the stage for tragedy. That is why this safety camp was established by Veterans Memorial Hospital and Allamakee County ISU Extension 25 years ago.
Each year, many children are killed or injured due to accidents. Safety day camps are held to teach children how to prevent injuries and reduce the risk of accidents. During the camps, children participate in interactive activities that reinforce the importance of taking responsibility for their own safety, respecting parents’ safety rules and sharing safety tips with their family and friends.
Hands-on demonstrations teach lifesaving first aid techniques and reveal the hidden hazards of their surroundings. Camp demonstrations also focus on farm hazards associated with many various safety topics.
The camp program allows community leaders to structure a camp that covers basic safety issues and first aid, as well as addressing specific local needs. Local farmers, manufacturers, and merchants donate time and equipment to ensure that each camp is a fun and valuable learning experience.
Parents can register their children to participate in the camp by picking up a registration form at the main entrance of Veterans Memorial Hospital or from the Allamakee County Extension Office. Or register for the camp online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YMQPJPL. Only the first 150 applications will be accepted. A registration fee for the event covers lunch, snacks, a take-home goodie bag, first aid kit and a safety day camp T-shirt. For questions, call Veterans Memorial Hospital at 563-568-3411.
