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0Blog Aquatics FAQs About Contact Learn More... Open MenuBlog Aquatics FAQs About Contact Learn More... Open MenuBlog Aquatics FAQs About Contact Learn More... Travis Wright 8/3/21 Travis Wright 8/3/21 Lifeguard Appreciation: Simple Ideas for How to Give Back! International Lifeguard Appreciation Day is officially observed on July 31st but the appreciation is often shared throughout the summer season. We’ve seen pools across the U.S. get creative in so many different ways with how they honor their lifeguard staff. If you’re looking to give thanks and gratitude back to your lifeguards, here are a few fun and unique ideas: Read More Travis Wright 4/28/21 Travis Wright 4/28/21 How to Manage a Pool, In Outer Space. Given the advancements in aeronautical technology by companies like SpaceX, space exploration is not only possible but happening as we speak. So the question is: What would it look like to manage a pool in outer space? Read More Travis Wright 3/31/21 Travis Wright 3/31/21 AquaTICKS™: The New Insect-Powered Pool Cleaning Solution An Antarctic environmental cleaning company is set to roll out a new solution for keeping pools clean that does not add chemicals and is zero waste. The company, EnviroMINTS™, has discovered a revolutionary new product to keep public swimming pools clean - AquaTICKS. Using ticks to eat the dirt and algae of public pools. Read More Travis Wright 3/25/21 Travis Wright 3/25/21 5 Funny April Fools Pranks for Lifeguards and Aquatics Staff April Fools happens the same day every year and yet each year there are so many people who fall for the tricks. Here are some ways you can celebrate April Fools with pranks inside your office/workspace. Read More Travis Wright 3/4/21 Travis Wright 3/4/21 Lifeguard Surveillance: What Can They ACTUALLY See? Lifeguards go through extensive training before earning their certification. However, surveillance is not evaluated beyond the written examination but it’s what lifeguards spend most of their time doing during a shift and is the most important. So what might they be missing and how can we improve that? Read More Travis Wright 2/23/21 Travis Wright 2/23/21 Should You Lifeguard for a Summer or for 64 Years? Thousands of swimmers come to the pool each summer for some fun in the sun and lifeguards are an important part of what makes that possible. And that’s why most lifeguards value the experience they gain during their time on the chair. Now, imagine doing that for 64 summers straight… Read More Travis Wright 2/10/21 Travis Wright 2/10/21 Valentine’s Day 2021: Aquatics Edition It’s that time of year again - Valentine’s Day 2021! If you are in the aquatics industry (public pools, YMCA/YWCA, parks and rec, etc., then this compilation of Valentine’s gifts, tricks, and ideas is just for you! Read More Travis Wright 2/2/21 Travis Wright 2/2/21 The Fastest, Tallest, and Largest: Pools, Slides, and Dives! If you ever reach a point where using a pool to cool off and relax in the sun isn’t enough, here’s a few ideas for how you can add some excitement to your summertime pool days. For most of us, though, simply hearing about these thrilling attractions is enough to scratch our itch for excitement. Read More Travis Wright 1/19/21 Travis Wright 1/19/21 Anatomy of a Belly Flop Although we’ve all seen our fair share of belly flops, it has evolved over the years and in some ways, is the proving ground for thrill seekers and crowd pleasers! Let’s look at the anatomy of the belly flop to better understand the global phenomenon. Read More Josh Duffy 1/5/21 Josh Duffy 1/5/21 The Benefits of Keeping Chemical Records Digitally The process of recording and maintaining pool chemical levels is a mix of science and art. Obviously, the data we capture from the chemical levels is the science, and recording that is the most important part. So let’s look at all the ways that going digital with your chemical records can help make your pool operation more efficient and streamlined! Read More Travis Wright 11/25/20 Travis Wright 11/25/20 The Ultimate Gift Guide For Lifeguards Are you looking for the perfect gift for one of your beloved lifeguards? Here’s our recommendations on gift ideas that they will love! We’ve included some fun gifts to help lifeguards make the most of their downtime off-stand rather than just playing games or staring at their phone. Read More Josh Duffy 10/26/20 Josh Duffy 10/26/20 How To Stay MAHC-Compliant By Going Digital The Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC) provides guidance to the aquatics sector to make swimming and other water activities healthier and safer. How can pool managers benefit from using digital tools for various tasks and duties to best ensure regulatory compliance? Among the 17 available DigiQuatics modules, we have highlighted a few that will help you maintain MAHC compliance. Read More Travis Wright 10/19/20 Travis Wright 10/19/20 What Do Pools, Pizza, And Christmas Have In Common? How hard is it to make a lap pool? In one sense, it’s simply a matter of digging a big rectangle, filling it up with water, and having someone in a red swimsuit sit next to it. Looked at with a closer eye, we see design and layout references to Christmas trees, NY style pizza, and more. Read More Travis Wright 10/12/20 Travis Wright 10/12/20 3 Guinness World Records To Try (To Break) At Your Pool We took a look at some of the Guinness world records set in (and around) swimming pools and found some that were not only interesting but could even be attempted by your aquatics facility. Are you up for the challenge?? Read More Travis Wright 9/30/20 Travis Wright 9/30/20 3 Ways Pool Managers Can Save Time and Reduce Risk During COVID-19 Public pools and water parks are places where new COVID procedures have been introduced. What we're hearing from the community is that in order to accommodate the essential safety precautions, the overall efficiency of the facility operations may have been reduced. Listed below are some key areas that can be quickly and easily improved with simple digital solutions. Read More Josh Duffy 12/23/19 Josh Duffy 12/23/19 Why You Should Use Social Media For Your Swimming Pool A critical component of a successful swimming pool is a strong marketing strategy. While there are dozens of marketing strategies you could try, one that you should never overlook is social media… Read More Josh Duffy 12/16/19 Josh Duffy 12/16/19 5 Ways DigiQuatics Can Improve Your City Swimming Pool Managing a city swimming pool is no simple endeavor. There are many tasks you must complete, concerns you need to address, and guidelines you must follow. While there are several tools to help make these processes simple, DigiQuatics is one of the best… Read More Josh Duffy 12/9/19 Josh Duffy 12/9/19 4 Types of Checklists Your Pool Needs Checklists are an excellent way to help you stay organized. Creating custom checklists allow you to keep track of the tasks that need to be completed, specific due dates, and who completed each item. We’re here to help. Read More Josh Duffy 12/2/19 Josh Duffy 12/2/19 Hiring? Here are the Best Places to Find Pool Staff One challenging aspect of managing a swimming pool is finding certified, experienced, and friendly staff members. Luckily, you don’t have to wait for excellent staff members to walk through your pool’s front doors. There are several ways you can find these highly-qualified individuals… Read More Josh Duffy 11/25/19 Josh Duffy 11/25/19 Storage Solutions For Your Pool’s Most Important Files Documents, checklists, and notes can leave you in a big pile of clutter and feeling a little stressed and overwhelmed. Fortunately, DigiQuatics can help you conquer all of that with a critical set of tools… Read More Older...