Understanding the Wooden Posts at Playa Danta

If you’ve ever walked along the shore of Playa Danta and looked closely, you may have noticed  wooden posts painted red and green, among the tall trees lining the beach. In today’s The Daily, we wanted to take a closer look at what they mean and how they can help you make the most of your next beach day.

These wooden posts serve as visual guides to help swimmers identify and avoid the rocks that are located beneath the water surface. The idea came from Playa Danta’s unique waves, where many people enjoy bodyboarding. which led to creating a system to indicate the safest areas for enjoying this sport. The posts are a preventative measure and are not an indicator about strong currents, tides, or other situations.

From any point on the beach, you can imagine a line extending perpendicularly from each post into the sea. The area between two green posts is safe for swimming without obstacles or "hidden" rocks. Areas between two red posts indicate caution: rocks may be present on the sandy bottom, covered by water during high tide. These zones are still safe to swim in, but extra attention is advised to locate any rocks near swimmers. 

Because tides and currents shift the sandy bottom over time, a member of the agroforestry team, regularly checks conditions in the water and adjusts the position of the posts when needed. This way, the beach remains a safe and enjoyable place for everyone.

Understanding the wooden posts makes it easier for you, your family, and friends to choose the best areas to swim and enjoy a carefree, fun day at the beach.