Bound for the Beach?

I remember when my 17 year old daughter and her friends packed up her car and headed out for her first road trip to the beach. Of course, besides the usual plea, "please be careful," I was full of motherly advice and tips for sun, surf and sand safety. I'd like to think she followed them all, but all I know is that she arrived home safe and without a sunburn. I'll take that!

Are you bound for the beach this weekend? If so, "please be careful" ... and, I can't resist passing along my advice for staying safe:

• Beach Packing Tips: 'Must haves' for your trip to the beach!
• Beat the Florida Heat: Hot ideas for keeping your cool in the Florida sun.
• Lightning Is Serious Risk: When you should get off the beach.
• Sharks! Tips to reduce your risk of a shark encounter or attack.
• Sun, Sand & Surf Safety: Avoid scorching sunburns and water hazards that can ruin your vacation with these easy-to-follow safety tips.

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