Water Safety

Lifejackets and PFDs

• Choose to WEAR your lifejacket or PFD and make every boating outing a return trip. Learn about requirements and things to consider when choosing a flotation device. 

Backyard Pools

• Follow these simple steps to keep your backyard pools safe.

Open Water

• Never underestimate the power of currents. A boater, swimmer or wader in open water who underestimates the power of currents can be swept away instantly.

Ice Safety

• Know the dangers of ice and factors that affect ice thickness. Learn what to do if you get into trouble on ice.

Water Safety Activity Sheets for Kids

• Help kids learn water safety skills with these fun activity sheets

Water Safety Quiz

• How much do you know about water safety? Take the Quiz!