I'm a gear and travel writer splitting time in Colorado and Alaska. Stay safe on the water with one of the best life jackets. Also known as a personal flotation device or PFD, a life jacket stands as ...

For this guide, I collected a dozen toddler life jackets for testing. Then I asked myself, how many children under 30 pounds are actually going to be paddling while wearing these? The answer: almost ...

Most dogs have some level of skill in the water, but they can only swim for so long. The best dog life jackets provide your pup with support and safety in the water, while being comfortable enough to ...

No matter how good a swimmer you are, there are going to be times you’ll need to wear a life jacket. In fact, you probably need one more often than you think. These life-saving devices aren’t just for ...

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — To help keep you and your family safe and sound all summer long, we're taking a closer look at life jackets. You hopefully know that Arkansas law requires all boats to have enough ...

Sometimes, a public official makes a point so directly, so pointedly, the best choice is just to repeat it. "We have never worked a drowning where someone has been wearing a life jacket," said Shannon ...