The statistics from the National Safe Boating Council vividly illustrate the potential consequences of not wearing a properly fitted life jacket when fishing, boating, canoeing, swimming, or participating in any other water sport. The resources below are just a few of many available to guide you in the selection, wear, and care of a life jacket or personal flotation device (PFD).
- U.S. Coast Guard Resources
- Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) Resources
Life Jacket Loaner Program Info: Life Jacket Loaner Programs make PFD’s more accessible by providing the public with free use of life jackets on a first-come, first served basis. The programs are sponsored and maintained by a wide-range of agencies or groups. Life jacket loaner stations can be found near water access points, such as beaches or boat ramps. Below are some links where you can find additional information.
- Life Jacket Loaner Program Facts
- Locate a Life Jacket Loaner Station
