Going to the lake in a couple weeks worried about drowning!?

Question

Ok Im 21 and can't swim... This is my second time going to the lake for a weekend and I actually want to get in the water this time instead of sitting on the boat all freaking day. So Im going to wear a life jacket do you think that I will be okay.. Im super scared of drowning!

Answer 1

get a life vest at walmart or somewhere

Answer 2

If you wear the life jacket, and get tips from a professional on what you should do to keep out of danger then i think you should be fine.

Answer 3

You will be fine with a life jacket if you put it on properly.

Answer 4

Unless a lake shark pulls u under, ur friends will kn ow if u r in trouble.  DON'T WORRY about it.

Answer 5

Wear a life jacket and then take swimming lessons when you get home so you won't be scared in the future. Swimming is an important life skill!

Answer 6

There are no sharks in lakes, dont worry you'll be fine with a life jacket on, you should try to learn to swim in the lake, or at a nearby pool ahead of time.

Answer 7

Yes, you will be fine if you wear the life jacket and remain clam. Panic and worry will make you anxious. This is more dangerous than the water could ever be!

Its never to late to learn to swim- remaining clam is very important while in the water- do not thrash around or make huge kicks, you can zap your energy this way. slow and fluid movements with your arms and legs will be best- stay near other people so they can assist if you need it and don't let your fear consume you- if swimming was really that hard or dangerous so many people wouldn't do it! Fear is natural but you can conquer it!

Answer 8

you'll be fine.... don't worry

Answer 9

A life jacket would probably be ok. But just to be safe I would concider taking some swim lessons

Answer 10

Ok. I have a boat, and mostly always wear a lifejacket in the lake. You have no worries with a lifejacket on. It completely keeps you up, and you don't have to do anything.

Answer 11

I know it might seem a bit juvenile, but floaties will work better, or a big blow up raft.  Life jacket would work though.