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SOUTH JERSEY BEACH PATROL COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Lifeguard Kalyn Baron of the Wildwood Beach Patrol

Right now we’re working on our next print issue, which will feature our summer “Down the Shore” content about the beach towns, communities, businesses and people that help South Jersey put the state on the map for the best beaches, resorts, events and attractions in the country.

For that reason, we’ve decided to turn our Community Spotlight feature over to the special category of “Beach Patrol” for a while. So without further ado, let’s shine a light on our beaches and those who keep them safe!


Lifeguard Kalyn Baron

Kalyn was submitted to us by Captain Ed Schneider.

Kalyn Baron is a rookie on the Wildwood Beach Patrol. She is about to start her senior year at Cape May Technical School for Allied Medical. Kalyn hopes to pursue a career as a psychiatric nurse practitioner in order to help others with their mental health struggles. Away from guarding the beach she still enjoys swimming and has done so competitively since she was 5 years old. On days off she enjoys surfing and chilling out with friends…where else? The Beach!

Thank you for keeping the Wildwood Beaches safe Kalyn and best of luck in the future!


Community Spotlights

If you know someone you think we should shine our Community Spotlight on, email us at [email protected].

Right now we’re focusing on our South Jersey Beach Patrol Spotlight category, which we’ll continue to run now and through the summer. So if you know someone who deserves a special shout-out, get in touch!

We’re also still always looking for nominees in the following categories:

First Responders: Police, Fire, EMT, Dispatch, Active Military

Educators: Teachers, Coaches, Administrators, Aids, Support Staff

Food Service Industry Workers: Waitstaff, Bussers, Servers, Chefs, Cooks, Dishwashers

Volunteers: Nonprofit Workers, Youth Sports Coaches, Scout Leaders, PTO Volunteers

Public Servants: Elected Officials and Support Staff at every Government Agency serving South Jersey at the Municipal, County, State and Federal levels

Healthcare Workers: Nurses, Medical Assistants, Administrative Support Staff

Beverage Service Industry Workers: Anyone who works in a Bar, Coffee Shop, Brewery, Winery or Distillery