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    Cleveland Metroparks Offers American Red Cross Babysitting and Pet First Aid Courses

    News & Press | August 2010

    Cleveland Metroparks Offers American Red Cross Babysitting and Pet First Aid Courses

    Posted: August 17, 2010
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    FOR IMMEDIATE
    RELEASE:                                             



    AUGUST 17, 2010



     



    FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:



    BOB ROTATORI - 216-635-3263 -or-



    LAUREN HARRIS - 216-635-7014



     



    Cleveland Metroparks is offering courses from American Red Cross
    this September for babysitter's training and pet first aid.



     



    Gain confidence and skills to become a successful babysitter, as
    well as know how to respond to a pet in case of emergency at the
    following programs:



     



    American Red Cross Babysitter's Training



    Saturday, September 11 � 9 a.m. - 5
    p.m.



    Ledge Pool & Recreation Area �
    Hinckley Reservation



    The Red Cross Babysitter Training course is a
    good way for young people to build self-esteem and develop
    leadership, decision-making and communication skills, as well as
    give them a meaningful way to earn money. Used to train and certify
    over 120,000 babysitters nationwide each year, the Red Cross
    Babysitter Training course is fun and fast-paced with hands-on
    activities, role playing, and lively discussions. The course
    teaches young people how to care for children and infants, keep the
    children they babysit and themselves safe, handle emergencies, be
    good leaders and role models, and make good decisions and solve
    problems. Registration and a $50 fee per person are required by
    September 8. Space is limited. Ledge Pool & Recreation area is
    located 1151 Ledge Road in Hinckley Reservation, between State and
    Kellogg Roads in HinckleyTownship. For more information and to
    register, call 440-331-8111.



     



    American Red Cross Pet First Aid



    Saturday, September 25 � 1 - 5
    p.m.



    ParkOperationsAdministrationBuilding
    � Rocky River Reservation



    Pet First Aid course participants will learn how
    to protect themselves and their furry friends from harm, injury or
    suffering during emergencies by learning prompt, effective first
    aid actions and care. Tips on keeping pets healthy are also
    provided. Training will be conducted on canine and feline
    mannequins to give participants a more realistic experience in
    providing care. Registration and a $40 fee (for Dog OR Cat
    First Aid Book/DVD) or a $55 fee (for Dog AND Cat First Aid
    Books/DVDs) is required by September 22. Space is limited. Park
    Operation sAdministration Building is located 4500 Valley Parkway
    in Rocky River Reservation, just off Wooster Road in
    FairviewPark.  For more information and to register, call
    440-331-8111.



     



    Sign up for courses to gain skills and
    confidence as a babysitter and respond to pets in case of
    emergencies with Cleveland Metroparks - part of your
    life, naturally
    .



     



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