The Rescue – A Tribute to San Clemente’s Commitment to Ocean Safety and Lifeguarding Legacy
Our San Clemente Lifeguard & Junior Guard Foundation is proposing to place a beautiful bronze sculpture called “The Rescue” in Parque Del Mar, near the San Clemente Pier. We recently received City Council and Coastal Commission approval and are now underway with fundraising, with a goal of raising $300,000. If you are interested, you can donate by clicking on the Donate button above. Donations of any amount are appreciated.
If you are interested in receiving a presentation on The Rescue, please contact Foundation president, Greg Hulsizer at scljgfoundation@gmail.com or 619.864.2689.
What Is “The Rescue”
The Rescue is a life-size bronze sculpture honoring more than 90 years of ocean safety in San Clemente. Overlooking the San Clemente Pier from Parque Del Mar, this public artwork celebrates the City’s commitment to ocean safety and the courage, dedication, and professionalism of our City’s lifeguards – past, present, and future.
This sculpture captures the iconic moment when a male lifeguard spots a distressed swimmer, and a female lifeguard responds to rescue the swimmer—a timeless symbol of how the City and our lifeguards work diligently to keep beachgoers safe. Installed in this prominent public space, The Rescue will become a gathering place, a landmark, and a reminder of the lifesaving service and tradition that shapes our city.
About the Sculpture
- Title: The Rescue
- Artist: Bill Limebrook, sculptor of numerous public artworks in San Clemente and Dana Point
- Medium: Bronze with concrete base and accent lighting
- Height: Approx. 8 feet
- Location: Parque Del Mar, above the Municipal Pier
- Target unveiling: Late 2026/early 2027
Join Us in Bringing The Rescue to Life
Total cost for the sculpture, base and other amenities is estimated to be $300,000. Donations of any amount are appreciated. Your donation will help create a lasting symbol of ocean safety, heroism, and community spirit.
Donors contributing $1,000 or more will be recognized on a dedicated bronze plaque affixed to the sculpture. A limited number of major contributors will receive more prominent recognition. Please contact us if you would like to discuss becoming a major donor.
How To Donate
Donations can be made using the Donate button above. You will be directed to our The Rescue GoFundMe page. You may also mail a check to the San Clemente Lifeguard & Junior Guard Foundation, P.O. Box 200, San Clemente, CA 92674. Thanks to a generous donor, the first $40,000 donated through GoFundMe will be matched dollar-for-dollar. We are a 501(c)(3) organization. Donations are tax deductible, TAX ID: 84-471-6433.
For Additional Information, Contact:
Greg Hulsizer, President
San Clemente Lifeguard & Junior Guard Foundation
Email: scljgf@gmail.com
Website: www.scljgfoundation.com
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