For Families: Keeping Your Loved Ones Safe

A life-changing moment sparked Erin McLaughlin’s mission to make water enthusiasts more visible to boaters.

Her personal experience highlighted a critical and often overlooked issue: people in the water are much harder to see than most realize.
In active water environments- boating, marinas, lakes, and open water- movement, distance, and distraction can significantly reduce visibility, even when others are nearby.

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More Visibility for Your Family’s Days on the Water.

FlagGuard® is the original patented automatic life jacket visibility flag that helps make children and adults easier to see in the water.

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It attaches to most life jackets and automatically raises a bright orange flag above the wearer’s head when they enter the water.

How it Works

Built for Active Days on the Water.

Most Water Incidents Don’t Look Like Emergencies.

From boating and tubing to kayaking, paddleboarding and family lake days, FlagGuard® adds a visibility layer for children and adults.

No waving. No manual signaling. No batteries. No charging. No electronics. No CO₂ cartridge required.

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Easy to Attach. Automatic in the Water.

FlagGuard® is a visibility accessory. It does not replace a life jacket or appropriate adult supervision.

1. Attach

Secure FlagGuard® to most life jackets using its adjustable pouch and universal straps.

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2. Deploy

When the wearer enters the water, the bright orange flag automatically rises above their head.

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3. Be Seen

An added visibility layer helps make children and adults easier to spot.

Questions Before Your Next Water Day.

FlagGuard® fits most youth, teen, and adult life jackets using its adjustable pouch and universal straps. Check the fitting instructions to confirm compatibility and proper placement before use.
No. FlagGuard® automatically raises a bright orange flag above the wearer’s head when they enter the water. No batteries, charging, electronics, or CO₂ cartridge are required.
Yes. FlagGuard® is designed for repeated use when you maintain it according to its care instructions. Follow the product guidance for inspection, care, and reuse.
Visit our Product Instructions page for guidance on attaching, using, and caring for FlagGuard®. If you need help with fit or placement, contact us before use.