Do I need to wear a personal flotation device (PFD) when I am paddling? Yes. You must wear a USCG certified PFD and a leash when paddleboarding. By Chris Carragher|2020-06-18T14:07:55-04:00June 18th, 2020|Community Paddles, Safety| Share This Story, Choose Your Platform! FacebookTwitterRedditLinkedInTumblrPinterest