Why should you demonstrate fitting a life jacket before skiing?

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  1. A tight jacket helps you turn
  2. A proper fit keeps it secure in the water
  3. A loose jacket looks better

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  1. Scouting America: Water Sports www.scouting.org/merit-badges/water-sports Checked 2026-11-07.

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