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Looking to stay safe on the water without sacrificing comfort and performance? Our expert paddlers tested over a dozen of the best life jackets for paddle boarding to help you find the right one.

I have tremendous respect for all of our North Dakota game wardens. Their work is underappreciated and most invaluable to all who spend time outdoors. Long days in remote locations, nights, weekends ...

CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio (WOIO) - A 5-year-old has died after an inflatable flotation device capsized in the Cuyahoga River in Cuyahoga Falls. Operations are still underway to find the boy’s father. The ...

Rescuers confirmed that the body of a boy, 5, was found after a search along the Cuyahoga River in Cuyahoga Falls that started Saturday evening. A search is still ongoing for a man. Both were reported ...

While the weather may be perfect for a dip in a La Crosse pool or beach, you’ll have to do it without a floatation device. Things like life jackets and water wings are banned from all city pools and ...

These cute floaties have grown in popularity, but are they safe? With summer upon us, beach safety officials are warning people this season to be on guard as they head to the water. A young girl on a ...

A man drowned in a south metro lake after he and another person were pitched from their inflatable by a wave from a passing boat, officials said Tuesday. The incident occurred late Saturday afternoon ...