Section 250-RICR-100-00-1.32 - Swimming, Bathing, FloatingA. No person shall bathe or swim except in areas specifically designated for such purposes and only during posted or permitted times.1. Within the confines of a protected beach area there shall be no ball playing, frisbees, kite flying, swimming during electrical storms or when conditions are considered to be unsafe, animals allowed, or use of snorkels, facemasks, or scuba diving gear.2. Boogie boards may only be used during designated times and in designated areas approved by Beach Managers or Lifeguard Supervisors.B. The use of flotation equipment and other objects including fishing float tubes capable of supporting a person while the person is in the water, is prohibited in the following areas: 1. All designated bathing areas, except that a Coast Guard Approved Personal Floatation Devices (PFDs) may be utilized in designated swim areas by individuals with disabilities under the supervision of an adult and approval of a Beach Manager or Lifeguard Supervisor.2. Carolina Trout Pond, Richmond3. Frosty Hollow Pond, Exeter4. Little Round Top Pond, Burrillville5. A.L. Mowry Pond, Smithfield250 R.I. Code R. 250-RICR-100-00-1.32
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