Most kids are out of school and the summer recreation season is in full swing.
Consider several factors while swimming in open water, including the depth of the water, the current, and coldness, and your skill level. You can get your swimming skills assessed by a professional. Most local pools will also let you try on your lifejacket in the pool and help check the fit and function. Wear a lifejacket when swimming in open water. Wear a lifejacket while in a small boat, rafting, innertubing, water skiing, or on a personal water craft.