The Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce and Big Chill Beach Club proudly present the 2026 Lifeguard Awards. This annual event honors the outstanding men and women of the beach patrols serving the Quiet Resorts area.

Enjoy a taco bar, music, and a cash bar along with killer views. Awards will be given to the 2026 "Lifeguards of the Year," recognizing a member from each of the ten patrols as voted by their fellow lifeguards and selected by their captains. 

We look forward to recognizing those representing Sussex County Lifesaving Association in Nationals!

PRE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE: AUGUST 7
Guards attend for FREE! Guards can pre-register through the Chamber.
Guests of guards, Chamber, and community members = $10

EARLY REGISTRATION: EVENT T-SHIRT
All guards who pre-register by August 1st will receive a FREE event t-shirt, sponsored by Fells Point Surf. Guards who register by July 1st will be guaranteed their selected size.
Shirts available for $15 to guests who RSVP.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
6:00 pm Guest check-in, receive 21+ wristband for cash bar
6:15-7:00 pm Mingle and eat!
7:00 pm Registration & Check-in closes
7:00-7:30 pm Awards Ceremony 
7:30-8:30 pm Final Celebrations

PARKING INFO
Free parking is provided by Patrol Sponsors for all REGISTERED guests.
Big Chill Beach Club is located on Delaware Seashore State Park at the Inlet
Visit often? Consider purchasing a State Park Pass from the Chamber's Visitor and Information Center 

SHIRT SALES TO SUPPORT SCLA LIFEGUARDS
If you are a friend or family member of a guard or simply wish to support the patrols, purchase a Lifeguard Award shirt!

A portion of proceeds raised from t-shirt sales will support local lifeguards who will represent SCLA (Sussex County Lifesaving Association) in Nationals this year! Shirts cost $15 and can be purchased through the registration portal. 
1. Click "Register"
2. Under "Not a Member" section - Select "Click here to continue event registration"
3. Select "Lifeguard Award T-Shirt" and be sure to include your Name and Contact information.
*You will be notified when shirts are available for pick-up at the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce (36913 Coastal Hwy, Fenwick Island)*

PATROLS

• Bethany Beach
• DE State Parks
• Fenwick Island 
• Middlesex 
• North Bethany 
• Ocean Village
• SeaBreak
• Sea Colony  
• South Bethany 
• Sussex Shores