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"A Matter of Course"
The whistle blew and off they flew,
while strangers watched amazed.
As swiftly they challenged the churning sea's power
to aid those helpless and dazed.

Through waters cold they swam so bold;
the victims dire in need.
Would time ebb too quickly, that aid would be futile?
Calmly, the guards did succeed.
Now 'tis o'er, another good score;
the victims in competent hands.
And little is said to the guards in red;
the guards, back on the stands.

Edward Veith, Jr.     Wildwood Crest Beach Patrol     1949

Alumni Spotlight 

1/19/2017

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​Shane Whipkey: 2004 - 2008

Alumnus, Shane Whipkey leads off our first ever "Alumni Spotlight". Shane worked for the beach patrol for five summers and is a graduate of Villanova University.  He shares some of his favorite memories from his time in the Crest.
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What made you join the beach patrol?
Summer job with great people and to stay active all while having fun oh and maybe to talk to girls...

What is your best memory from your years with the WCBP?
WCBP winning the Beschen-Callahan Races while my mom was in the hospital for breast cancer, it was the first time WCBP had won the races in several years. Chief Buddy Johnson asked me to come up with him to accept the award as the races are in honor of my uncle Mike.
Also, the Devils Triangle, LCR, any lifeguard ball, Gum guy, Tri-Woods, and not letting my partner, Ryne Adolph, operate the radio.

What are you up to now?
Live in New York City and work as a Senior Relationship Manager at Bloomberg L.P.

How has the beach patrol impacted your life?
Taught me the true meaning of teamwork and camaraderie. I learned how to respect the ocean and to treat the beach patrons with respect. I made some life long friends and have memories and stories to last a lifetime.

What advice would you give a young guard today?
  • Listen to the senior guards and learn from them for your first several years.
  • Learn skills that you can take with you as you leave the patrol.
  • Show up on time, no matter what!
  • Never take an early out on a rainy day.
  • Always blow shorts on any rescue.

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3/29/2021 12:50:24 pm

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    • ABOUT
  • BEACH INFO
    • Safety
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    • Handicap Transport
    • Beach Policies
    • Granny Mae & Sally
  • NEWS
  • EMPLOYMENT
    • New Applicants
    • Returning Members
  • JR. LIFEGUARDS
  • EVENTS
    • Cape May County Race
  • PHOTOS
  • CONTACT
  • Lifeboat Rowing
  • Cape May County Lifeguard Championships Results 1984-2024
  • South Jersey Lifeguard Championships 1940-2024
  • Around Island Row History
  • Beschen-Callahan Memorials
  • Dutch Hoffman Memorials
  • Margate Memorials
  • Superathlon Cape May
  • Kerr Memorials
  • Upper Twp 6 mile Bay Race