Due to COVID-19 the OYC swim area will be compelled to undergo some changes. When rulings have been made by New York State, the CDC and our local health department, updates will be posted on this site.
Swimming at Owasco Yacht Club
The Swimming Director is responsible for supervision and scheduling of lifeguards, swim dock and lines, rafts and lifeguard boat.
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WHY DOES OUR SWIM AREA GET CLOSED??
Owasco Lake, as with several other lakes in NY State, are experiencing toxic algae blooms this summer. When one is detected in the swim area it is closed. FYI - the process is this: When the lifeguards identify a bloom, they immediately close and notify the OYC Swim Director who notifies the NY State Health Department. When the lake becomes clear, 24 hours later, the Cayuga County Health Department will take a sample and send it to Albany, overnight, for testing. We are sorry for the inconvenience this is causing to all of our members, but we are taking these steps to keep our Club safe. For more information from the NY State Health Department go here: http://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/83310.html |
Inclement Weather
In the event of a thunderstorm, lifeguards will clear the water of swimmers. Swimmers are allowed to re-enter the water only after a minimum of 30 minutes has passed since the last thunder was heard or lightning was observed.
Swimming Rules
In the event of a thunderstorm, lifeguards will clear the water of swimmers. Swimmers are allowed to re-enter the water only after a minimum of 30 minutes has passed since the last thunder was heard or lightning was observed.
Swimming Rules
- Swimming is not allowed when lifeguards are not on duty.
- All Club members must heed the instructions of the lifeguards.
- Swimming is restricted to the marked swimming areas.
- A swimming test, given by the lifeguard staff, is required for swimmers younger than 18 years of age before they are allowed in the deep swim area.
- Personal flotation devices are not allowed in the deep swim area including Coast Guard approved life jackets. They are allowed in the middle section with an adult within arm's reach.
- A swimming area for non-swimmers and children is marked by the first set of swimming markers from the shore.
- Children under 10 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
- Running and sunbathing are not permitted on the swim dock. There is an area reserved for sunbathing next to the lifeguard area.
- Throwing stones and feeding of ducks and other wildlife is not permitted in the swim area.
- It is recommended that swimmers always swim with a partner.
- It is recommended that all swimmers wear foot protection in the shallow and middle sections of the swim area.