Life Jacket Inspections/Exchange

The California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways is hosting a lifejacket trade-in program statewide this coming Saturday, May 17 from noon to 2 p.m. Families are encouraged to bring their lifejackets to any of the 46 statewide locations to have them professionally inspected. If a lifejacket is found to be outgrown or unserviceable, a new fitted lifejacket will be provided free in exchange for the old one. One exchange per family will be offered while supplies last.

This program takes place in conjunction with National Safe Boating Week (May 17-23), which aims to educate the public about lifejacket safety and other life-saving boating practices. Local inspection locations include Alameda, Clear Lake, Angel Island (Tiburon) and Mill Valley. To find an inspection site near you, click here.