06/02/2026
We're excited to introduce You Otter Buckle Up, a child passenger safety initiative created by local organizations committed to keeping Caroline County's children safe.
The inspiration for this campaign came from a difficult reality. In January 2025, within a single week, several children in northern Caroline County were injured in motor vehicle accidents because they were either unrestrained or improperly restrained. Local EMS providers, emergency department staff, and healthcare professionals witnessed injuries that may have been prevented with proper car seat use.
With financial support from the Caroline County Health Department Maryland and The Caroline Foundation, partners including Caroline County Recreation and Parks, Choptank Community Health System, Caroline County Department of Emergency Services, Caroline County Department of Social Services , Greensboro ES Judy Center Early Learning Hub, Caroline County Public Schools, local fire department volunteers, and many others came together around one simple goal: helping more children get home safely.
Soon, you'll begin seeing our otter friend at schools, parks, athletic fields, healthcare offices, and community spaces throughout the county. We hope these friendly reminders encourage families to take a few extra moments to make sure every child is buckled safely, every ride.
So please enjoy our otter, share the message, and help us spread the word. By working together as a community, we can help ensure more children arrive home safely after every ride.