Columbus, Ga. (May 2, 2023) - Aaargh matee - Safe Kids Columbus is hosting its annual River Savvy Kids event, presented by Piedmont Columbus Regional, during River Fest.

Safe Kids Columbus event partners such as Academy Sports + Outdoors, Columbus Parks & Recreation, Georgia Power, Kiwanis Club of Columbus, Department of Natural Resources, Columbus Police Department, Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office, Columbus Fire and EMS, and more are the keys to the treasure— helping kids learn important river safety information and leave with a new, individually-fitted life jacket. Once children ages 17 and under, who are accompanied by an adult, visit all the safety stations, they will receive a free life jacket (while sizes and supplies last). Registration is required. Visit safekidscolumbusga.org to pre-register. On-site registration will also be available at the event.

The event is pirate themed, and children are asked to come dressed up in order to visit the treasure chest to reap their rewards.

For more information, visit SafeKidsColumbusGA.org or call 706-321-6720.

Piedmont Columbus Regional is proud to be the lead agency for Safe Kids Columbus.