How many kids go missing on the beach during vacation season? How many water rescues? Chief Rick Talbert with the South Walton Fire District knows all those numbers, and some others that will make you thankful they are here to serve you and us. We recap the 2017 summer season here on the Beaches of South Walton, plus info on what it takes to become a 2018 lifeguard with Beach Safety Director David Vaughan. That, and info on upcoming events including the ELF RIDE, and POLAR BEAR PLUNGE. www.swfd.org