21 Oct 2014

Hunters, fishermen and boaters – be cautious of cold water

Autumn is a time when many hunters and anglers take to the woods or lake for a day of hunting or fishing. Very few consider that they may not return from their outing because of drowning or succumbing to hypothermia. The fact is that drowning is a leading cause of death among outdoorsmen and unexpectedly finding yourself in cold water can bring on hypothermia much faster than one might think.

22 May 2014

Rangers armed with 'golden ticket' for kids caught wearing a life jacket

Tulsa District U.S. Army Corps of Engineers park rangers in Oklahoma and Oklahoma Highway Patrol Marine Patrol troopers will again be handing out tickets to children caught wearing their life jackets this year.

13 Sep 2013

Corps booth at Fair garners ‘reserve grand champion’ ribbon

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Water Safety Booth at the Kansas State Fair won a top honor here Thursday, Sep. 12, 2013. The indoor booth received the “reserve grand champion” ribbon for the caliber of appearance of the booth and the value it provides to fair visitors.