Colorado Parks Foundation's grant has helped solve a water safety issue for Sweitzer Lake State Park. For years the Park has loaned out life jackets to visitors from its visitor center. The life jackets were only available when the office was open from 8 am to 5 pm. The Park tried several options to solve this problem from bins to coat racks, but these solutions always left the jackets wet or not accessible at times.
Then the Foundation awarded the Park a $1,000 grant to help solve the problems at the park. The Park used this money to purchase a steel cage that would allow for jackets to hang in it. The cage sits outside the visitor center and allows for 24 hour access. This allows visitors to use the life jackets and rehang them to dry out. The Park also uses the cage to promote life jacket safety! Ultimately, this thoughtful upgrade ensures that families and outdoor enthusiasts can recreate with confidence around the water at any time of day. The grant has significantly improved water safety and visitor experience at Sweitzer Lake State Park.