It's important to be safe whenever you are enjoying activities on or near the water.

Today's life jackets or personal floatation devices (PFDs) offer great comfort, ease of movement and style.  There are a variety of options, from comfortable vest styles to lightweight inflatable PFDs—so find yours today.

You can even get one for free: 

The BoatUS Foundation Life Jacket Loaner Program For Kids is a nationwide program that provides a simple way for parents to borrow a properly sized children’s life jacket at launch ramps, marinas and waterfront businesses. Since its inception nine years ago, the program has saved the lives of at least three children. It is estimated that BoatUS life jackets are loaned out more than 50,000 times a year. Every state now has at least one life jacket loaner location. Visit BoatUS to find where there’s one near you. 

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