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Homenl-2026-09 Safety Minute


Safety Minute
September  2026

Sunscreen

Sunscreen

Terry and I managed a short couple of hours kayak trip while we were in Kansas with her brother. 
A short trip, right?

I was going to wade in the water to get into the kayak, and again when I got out, so I just rolled up my trousers, and went in.
Did not think to put sunscreen on my legs. It was only going to be a couple of hours. If that.
Only the next day did I see my red legs.
Only the day after that did they start peeling. 
It has been two weeks. They are still peeling. 

Wear sunscreen. Even for a short trip. Even if it is just the couple of inches at the bottom of your trousers. 
Geez. You would think I would have learned by now. 

Be safe out there!
See you On The Water!
Harmon