The Youth Activity Committee encourages the community to support in developing and sustaining social activities for children. They are developing a social program including but not limited to a Mommies Group. The Committee holds special occasion parties for children. They define the needs and wants fo the Association as they relate to the construction of a children's play area with appropriate equipment. Last, but not least, they make recommendations to the Board as it relates to children's issues.
 The Committee Members:
| Mary Miltenberger, Chairperson |
| Kris Koller |
| Fred Miltenberger |
| Barbara Petronzio |
| Ellen Villalobos |
| Erin Wynn |
| Meg Janinda, Liaison |
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Summer reminders for your children and grandchildren:
Tips to Keep Your Kids Safe
Protecting young children from the heat requires parental vigilance. Here are some important preventive strategies recommended by physicians and emergency-medicine specialists:
Give fluids before your child goes outside. Get her fully hydrated by having her drink water or juice. When she says she's no longer thirsty, ask her to take just three or four more sips. Avoid sugary carbonated drinks, such as soda, because they can cause the child's body to produce more urine and lose fluids. Caffeinated beverages like iced tea can also result in water loss.
Help your child adjust to hot weather gradually. When children travel from a cool climate to a very hot one, it may take 10 to 14 days for them to become fully acclimated. So whether you're at home or on vacation, as soon as your child starts to look uncomfortable or perspire excessively, move him into the shade or an air-conditioned room.
Dress your child in clothing that is loose, lightweight, and light colored. Choose natural fabrics like cotton instead of synthetics, which hold in heat. Dress your preschooler in long sleeves and a hat to guard against sunburn. Change her clothes if perspiration saturates them; this will make her feel more comfortable.
Use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15. Remember to reapply the lotion after swimming or strenuous play.
Keep outdoor play to a minimum between the hours of 10 A.M. and 3 P.M. The sun is at its most intense and dangerous during these peak daylight hours. Parents should observe this rule throughout the summer, but especially during a heat wave.
Call frequent time-outs. Interrupt your child's outdoor play every 30 minutes, and have her drink at least a half cup of liquid. Even if she says she's not thirsty, encourage her to drink "just a little." A few sips will usually encourage a child to drink more. Pack bottled water in your child's backpack or sports bag for convenience.
Tune in to your child's cues. Never ignore a child's complaint about feeling too hot or tired. "The average child will usually stop an activity when she's overheated, but sometimes a younster may need a parent to encourage her to take a break and rest." Have her sit in the shade for several minutes and give her something cool to drink.
Keep children cool indoors, too. Don't allow children to play in poorly ventilated rooms or in any closed space that can heat up. Even on overcast days or with windows slightly open, a small room or a car's interior can heat up rapidly. Don't rely on indoor fans; these only recirculate hot air in a room that lacks ventilation. And a special word of caution: Kids may get a kick out of playing in an unattended car, but then find they are unable to open the doors to get out. So keep the car doors locked and always be aware of your child's whereabouts.
By monitoring the weather and keeping an eye out for signs of illness, parents can protect their children while allowing them to enjoy the pleasures of summer.
Handling Heat Emergencies
"Parents should be able to recognize the early symptoms of heat illness before it progresses to heatstroke". Here, experts describe the two most severe heat-related conditions and how to treat them.
* Heat Exhaustion
The most common of all heat-induced ailments, heat exhaustion is caused by an excessive loss of fluids in hot, humid weather. Symptoms may include headache, irritability, lethargy, weakness, dry mouth, sunken eyes, nausea, and vomiting. The child may or may not be thirsty, and may have a temperature between 101°F and 104°F.
What to Do: Cool the child by bringing her into an air-conditioned room and wrapping her in a large towel or sheet soaked in cold water. If she shows no improvement, seek immediate medical attention.
* Heatstroke
If a child's skin is hot or dry to the touch, he may have heatstroke. Other symptoms are a very pale complexion, a temperature of 104°F or higher, severe headache, dizziness, disorientation, and loss of consciousness. A child with heatstroke may also have a seizure.
What to Do: Call 911 immediately. "Don't take a child to the hospital in a car," . "He needs paramedics—at once." While you're waiting for the ambulance, wrap the child in a sheet or towel soaked in cold water and replace it frequently (his skin may warm the material). | 
