For many families, summer is synonymous with spending time near or on the water. And while having fun with your kids may be top of mind when you head to the beach, lake or pool, safety is also an ...

Life jackets or “personal floatation devices,” if you prefer, are a non-negotiable part of many water sports. It’s the single most important piece of protective gear you have when things go sideways ...

Introducing your child to water sports can be equal parts rewarding and terrifying. On the one hand, it can boost their confidence and the number of summer activities you can do together. At the same ...

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GRAND HAVEN, Mich. (WOOD) — Summer weather is here, which means Lake Michigan beaches will soon be swarming with swimmers. But before hitting the water, remember arguably the most important piece of ...

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 ...

As summer weather heats up, fun-seekers across California are heading to lakes, rivers and the ocean to cool off. The increase in temperatures has coincided with a recent rash of water-related deaths ...