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@owenconner9063 Год назад

Good stuff. I never took the PFD too seriously until I had made a silly mistake on a lake in Upper Peninsula and the kayak flipped. I was laughing in the water until I realized the cold, wind, and depth were no joke. I didn’t go under but it wasn’t going to end well had I not caught a life vest at just the right moment, as I was tiring out. Will never make that mistake again. Preach on Ben! ❤

@devinshook3289 Год назад

Were you in Superior? That lake is no joke lol. I lived in the yoop for a year in Houghton-Hancock. Good to see another Michigander.

@treswright142 Год назад

As a very experienced whitewater rafter, I can tell you that the most scary times have been in class 2 or below water. Everyone is ready for a big rapid, but its always the unexpected stuff that happens fast that makes me scared. Great video. Respect the River!

@deschutesdegenerates5260 Год назад

Be safe out there anglers and keep an eye out for one another 🙏

@aaronhagler8455 Год назад

Best dude on the internet. Talks shit and has fun, but gets serious when needed. Thanks for the quality content every week.

@edwardcowan7012 Год назад

The bass guys have this right. All tournaments require PFD’s when under power! Great video, thanks for the input. The auto inflation PFD’s are very comfortable.

@Sides1160 Год назад

One thing that could be added. I carry a Garmin in reach gps locator. If something bad happens you might not have cell service on the river. You also need to communicate your exact position. That can be difficult if you are somewhere in the middle of a ten mile float, or somewhere you aren’t totally familiar with.

@leejavins9100 Год назад

had a close call this weekend. Boat hit a strainer and capsized in an instant . My buddy, the guide and I were wearing PFDs. Saved our lives. Good video. Mother nature is no joke.

@HugeFlyFisherman Год назад

Damn man. Glad you guys are ok.

@marcjalbert4139 Год назад

Good stuff. I was on a multiday float trip in AK a few years ago and the river went to flood conditions. We had 2 boats, 8 people, including an 80 yr old man. One of the 2 guides/oarsmen shredded an ankle when he pegged a rock in a bad rapid and went into shock. What followed was two days of insanity as we tried to get out alive. Thanks to a calm 2nd guide and his clear direction, we made it, but not without flipping a boat, losing a ton of gear, and much more drama, all in downpour rain conditions. This is serious shit.

@shaunlehman9158 Год назад

I’m a Alaska back country river guide. Multi day/night river trips all summer. It’s been a crazy season with all the rain we have had. I’ve had my fair share of bad situations. Staying calm and working as a team will get people home safe!!!

@danielburgess7785 Год назад

Darwin never sleeps.

@jeffporter4894 Год назад

ALL great reminders, thanks Ben. "I don't wear PFD's" "Well, good thing we haven't left the ramp then. Get off my boat". Your passion comes thru. Sounds like something personal may have happened lately? I hope not. EVERY time I take someone down the river I give the "safety talk" regardless of how many times they may have gone with me OR how experienced they think they may be. Thanks again for the reminders. Stay Huge.

@markbenn1907 Год назад

Saftey doesn’t get talked about enough. Thank you very much.

@charlesloeffler333 Год назад

On PFD’s: on a nice day and swimming from the bank in a calm lake, grab your PFD, swim out to a water depth just a bit taller than you, and try to put your PFD on and buckled. This is NOT a lesson on how to do it but hard nearly impossible it is to put on a PFD in the water. Knives on moving water: choose sharp but NOT pointing. Puncher wounds are very bad! Great video

@rickymcdaniel7971 Год назад

I've been an avid whitewater kayaker and rafter for 23 years. This is good sound advice. On a year like this one in the west, some of the rivers are still running high. Don't think it's safe because you were on the same river at about the same time last year. Always wear a PFD in swift water. Here in northern California I've personally seen a few people have a bad day on the river. There have been more drownings this year due to high water. Be safe out there!

@tonysobina8390 6 месяцев назад

This is one of Your Best Videos, saying it like it should be said! Respect for You! Stay Safe and Thanks for this Great Post that needs to be talked about More!

@abnirvana996 Год назад

Well said!!!!

@g.r.murphy8633 Год назад

Excellent video! I completed the Swift Water Rescue class several years ago. I believe all guides should be required to take this class. Remember Water never gets tired, you will.

@tronner_the_awesome Год назад

I feel I need to take this just as a non-guide. Do they allow fat casual rafters? to take the course?

@g.r.murphy8633 Год назад

Check out Rescue 3 International

@randalljayevans7002 Год назад

High water is why I’m not on the river right now. Thanks for saying what needs to be said.

@susanbrettdavis8839 9 месяцев назад

This year, after 2yrs of fishing in a sit-in kayak in still water, I bought a fishing kayak and took it on a river, wearing a pfd, when it's cfs was below avg. I didn't go up stream far, and anchored at the top of a pool and caught 5 large fall fish in 20 minutes. As I drifted back to my take out, I got caught cross current and lodged as it was very shallow. I got tipped a bit and was able to push off, but lessons are in my future kayak plans😁

@susanbrettdavis8839 9 месяцев назад

That and telling someone my plans.

@charlieboutin3341 Год назад

Thanks Ben! I almost fell out of my small John boat on a chilly day on Lake Travis. Sitting on ice chest and leaned a little, it tilted and instantly I was hanging over the side, have no idea how I wasn’t thrown. No PFD on, trolling motor going, No one around. Pretty sure I’d have died. Got home ordered the best rated NSR PFD, and made it into a survival vest.. Waterproof phone case, Whistle, Knife, Fire starters, Repellent, Snacks, Signal mirror, and carry my Car Keys in it so if I get back I can drive home. I also made a disconnect plug for trolling motor I strapped to my ankle, if I fall the boat stops. Now I won’t get on a boat until vest is on and zipped. I always tell someone where I’m going also. Sorry so long but it’s amazing how you don’t realize how close you’re sitting to death, until it happens. This is Huge Ben. Thanks again. Stay safe folks.

@justinmaddux4931 Год назад

Yeah. I'm glad you put this out there. The river is indifferent. I've felt that brain-stem fear when all the Treasure is in the boat, right in front of me. This stuff needs to be understood. Even the best, and most riparian, of your 57.5K subscribers should wrestle with these truths. Kudos for breaking your format. It's necessary and timely. This video applies to all classes of paddling and rowing. It also transcends regions. Well done. Thanks Ben

@CactusWacker Год назад

Good info Ben! I always have a PFD and a knife. Never really looked into flow charts, however I am going to now!!

@Hrogthar Год назад

Strong message. And something we ALL need to hear. Always be humble, keep it in your mind.

@jerrystebbins8550 Год назад

Thank you for putting this out there. I am new to the rafting and fishing scene but I have supreme respect for the water and the dangers that it can present. I have taken learning trips with guides first and got my first taste on the oars with guides with me...very helpful to gain some confidence but heard from the professional's mouth about the river and what I was doing well and where i was being reckless...we never fished just worked the raft and the river. Thank you...rivers and water is unforgiving...thank you again...I have continued to raft with my friends but we check gauges and only go if I feel confident and experienced enough for the challenge. Many a day we have changed the trip for another day.

@timmckennie4276 Год назад

Great video! Lost dog on upper c right now that was tied to the raft when it flipped. Luckily someone was able to unclip before he drowned. Hope they find him.

@MrBlaineblaine Год назад

Great video. Only thing i would add would be, pfd for your dog. And wearing it all the time.

@dannyb6968 Год назад

Man That's some huge stuff. Good info. Thanks. Iv'e been under the river before, It is huge.

@tbsomerville5798 Год назад

Amen Ben on every single point!

@brycealthoff8092 Год назад

Another thing to think about are low head dams/roller dams. Where I live in the Midwest pretty much every river has a couple of these. Know where they are and keep an eye out for warning signs. Know when you have to turn around and/or where the boat ramps and portages are.

@johnsamothrakis4621 Год назад

Thanks Ben , great video

@r.w.flyvideos187 Год назад

Great video as always! I will add always have a spare breakdown oar on board stashed away wherever. Many years back an old timer in another boat saw me loose an oar. I did end up getting the oar back somewhat quickly. However at the boat launch he drilled me about having a spare. Have had a spare on board since. It's come in handy twice I think. One trip I lent it to another boat that lost an oar, that boat had kids on board and the sun was going down.

@billgreen28 Год назад

Great video!!! This needed to be said.

@jacknichols3828 Год назад

As a former Red Cross WSI & scuba instructor I loved this video. So true, and people need reminders now and then. Wear your pfd, it shows you are smart. Strong work, Huge!

@pmartialburguieres5007 Год назад

Our rivers here in Eastern Idaho are rolling due to the huge snowfall this winter. Lot’s of people bought boats during COVID times and LOTS of them have no idea what they are doing.

@wanderinjoesflyfishing Год назад

Man...not a boat thing, but it always shocks me how many people wade without wading staffs. The only times I've ever eaten it in the river is when I wasn't using mine/didn't have it and one of those times was in December which was not a good time at all.

@ianatkins1213 Год назад

Important messages. You have an excellent presentation style.

@frankmonroe8320 Год назад

Glad you posted this. It needed to be said and to be Repeated over and over. I know you have saved lives already by getting this out there.

@peteacevedo3411 Год назад

All great advice.

@Blues2cool Год назад

I have had to cut an anchor loose and it happened quickly. Rowing, when we started our rowing journey we started with classes from sweetwater. Thanks Ben for bring this subject up for discussion. The one thing that sinks more boats every year and is so dangerous. HIGH WATER EDDYS, if you know how to row them, that's great. However, pulling your boat / raft over to look at the river ahead is not a bad idea. If the your favorite river normally runs 4000 cfs and is now running 15,000 cfs you might want to do a little recon to decide whether you should be rowing. Last thing inflatable pfds they are comfortable and can save your life. Check out what the rules are on your favorite water they can very river to river. Remember, you have to survive the trip to tell those tall fishing tales.

@jamisonacelowe Год назад

Good info. That scared and nervous feeling heightens awareness and keeps you safer. I've only been in trouble when I've become complacent on water I feel comfortable rowing. I was stuck on a rock last month on a large rapid of the North Umpqua in Oregon because the water had dropped 6" but I didn't bother to look at levels because I've rowed, tubed and even swam that rapid dozens of times. Big mistake and I easily could have flipped my drift boat. Regarding life jackets: I used to offer a jacket to friends before we entered sketchy water. After a couple butt puckering experiences it's now a requirement that everyone put a jacket on.

@chubbychernobyl445 Год назад

was out on 34 degree day and 50 degree water temps when i fell out of my kayak for first time. Didn't think it would happen. But i always wear my pfd and very glad i did that day. It keeping me afloat let me take a sec to process things and get out. Don't know if that woulda happened without it with the clothes/shock of cold water/air temps etc...Water was only 12 feet deep and i was only probably 50 yards from launch. Second tip is practice kayak reentry. I had not and could not get back into my yak. Was a very cold swim and exhausting even with a pfd in those conditions. So...Always wear PFD and always practice any emergency procedures you know you might encounter. Great video.

@larrycolagiovanni7651 Год назад

Excellent video

@paulmurray4299 Год назад

Preach brother! Thanks for reminding us to always be safe, aware, and prepared!

@stephenborchers1205 Год назад

Great video!!!!

@milehyandriver Год назад

I really appreciate these tips. I dont boat on a river but on a lake but these tips still apply.

@michaelbereny6783 Год назад

Great topic. Something we need to hear more often and we all need to be more aware and cautious in the water thank you

@Aszado Год назад

You should recommend your favorite PFDs, I personally use an old town lure angler that I love. Not the cheapest but it’s super lightweight, has convenient pockets, and the back is designed to fit over the seat on a boat or kayak.

@mikekrol7485 Год назад

Thanks for this, Ben. Stay huge and safe.

@stevepesut5304 Год назад

Excellent video. Too many people haven’t a clue.

@truchaazul Год назад

THANKS!

@largewoollybugger Год назад

About 12 years ago, a friend and I were floating the gunni. We were fishing and drinking all day and forgot to put our lifejackets back on as we were leaving town. Well, as we got to the first big rapid (right by the bridge) heading to the waterpark, the boat flipped. We both fell in. I fell directly under the current and for a few seconds it felt like the biggest waves I've ever experienced in the ocean were crashing down on me. I tried, but I could not escape the force of the wave crashing on me. Luckily, after a few more seconds, I just popped out and was immediately taken down stream with the current. I let the current take me down to a point where I was able to grab a tree branch and pull myself out. My friend was nowhere to be seen. I get out, walk around the bend, and find him floating uncontrollably into the meat of the waterpark. That day changed my life and I will always have the upmost respect for the river because of it.

@wookieeshideout1216 Год назад

Great video! I always get butterflies in my stomach when I launch. You never know what's going to happen on the water. Thanks, Ben!

@jamestansey2078 Год назад

Great video. I don't see enough on safety and swift water rescue in the fishing community. I've been kayaking and rafting for 20+ years and I've seen all kinds of things go down. I always carry a throw rope, pin kit, Garmin Inreach and a first aid kit in my kayak or drift boat.

@DaveSkipton Год назад

Great stuff. Two additional things. The person running the boat is in charge of safety, and other people follow their rules. Never get out on the fast water side of the boat. Had a friend do that. Ended up clinging to the side of it while I finally got us into a slow eddy near shore where I could get him to safety.

@kwlloyd01 Год назад

Good vid dude ! Thank you

@timothymccabe8159 6 месяцев назад

Great video

@jakeroth3879 Год назад

17 years in my drift boat. You are spot on.

@rkskdevildog1218 Год назад

THANK YOU for making this video. Growing up my grandfather insisted I wear a life jacket every time we went fishing and to this day I still wear one any time I’m on a watercraft. I wish more people took the risks more seriously and appreciate you shedding some light on it.

@grahamhunt6467 Год назад

Solid. Thank you

@TroutBrookFarms Год назад

Great video, Ben. Stay safe out there!!

@ColoradoFishDr Год назад

Excellent job Ben. Thank you for doing this.

@daviddelloso9077 Год назад

I can relate to the nervousness that always seems to amount. Never goes away.

@charlescheyney5241 Год назад

Right on! Danger STILL exists at moderate and lower level. I have had the stern settle under water because the rower didn't see the big submerged rock the boat settled on. Inattention is another hazzard. I have seen two boats wrapped on (same,) freeway bridge pier where the current was slow and the space between was 50 or 60 feet...the only way to hit the pier was not paying attention...probably while landing a fish. Like Ben said...the rower is responsible to know whats going on around the boat...but everyone in the boat needs to pay attention to what,s going on around them.

@cb3137 Год назад

Great job Ben! Thanks for the PSA!

@NathanDAchille-ve1rh Год назад

Great vid how to RESPECT the river! How to be prepared and not over confident. We need more safety vids like this!!

@fishingblackwatersound Год назад

Awesome video I had no idea about half of these safety tips I have no experience regarding rivers …

@axciton1 Год назад

Very well done! Great information and reminders. No second chances when a tragedy occurs.

@NotTheMedicH60 Год назад

Last summer my friend and I tried to cross the Yellowstone..... in waders. Long story short, we ended up about 200m down stream with FULL waders. I knew better, I saw all the signs right before it happen, but we thought we could make it. Stupidest thing I have ever done and it almost killed us. A mix of an inexperienced friend and peer pressure led me to making it stupid decision. Don't do what I did, if it looks bad, DON'T DO IT. Be responsible for your newer friends, and don't be afraid to say NO! I will never make that mistake again, but I'm very VERY lucky to have a 2nd chance. I still get the chills every time I think about it.

@hughcook6959 Год назад

seen one of your huge fishermen stickers in a parking lot in western Maine ben. been up here fishing? Totally dig the safety rip. Ive been canoe fishing my whole life, Early april the year we dumped it in a cold lake. your right, it happened in less then a second. Tight lines .

@gonzalotagle8450 Год назад

this stuff is what really makes you Huge, keep educating! Cheers from Chile

@graemethompson5520 Год назад

thank you. amen

@midcoflyfishing Год назад

Thank you Ben!

@Worthrhetime Год назад

Needed to be heard Thx

@OFFTHEBEATENPATH1977 Год назад

thank you!!

@jakef1977 Год назад

Well said! I grew up on a big river and live near a big river now. It's amazing to me how many people don't even have life jackets on the boat even though it's the law. Deaths happen every year please stay safe out there all!

@itsbeerthirty Год назад

Great video, Ben! It's refreshing to see this topic not made light of and it hit home.

@taylorbreault Год назад

Good behavior is a good beer choice for this PSA.

@justinschmidt4692 Год назад

My father almost died with me while rafting. PFD was on but too loose. Check fit for everyone, it is not common sense on PFD fit. Thanks. Preach on brother

@Stoops1973 Год назад

Not a fun video like your normal ones but absolutely necessary. Thanks for getting this info out there Ben. It’s HUGE-ly important.

@bugbiteflytying Год назад

Great and totally necessary video! ❤️

@stacychick5053 Год назад

My old Bass Masters PFD is annoying so I don't wear it as much as I should. I just about fell out of my boat last night and could have waded to shore...if I didn't hit my head! Bought a Onyx 24 today! Do it!

@duckbuckgoose Год назад

Kudos for hitting this topic hard. We all need to hear it, repeatedly. Fish can make you do dumb stuff.

@daveschlom4033 Год назад

I wade on the lower Sacramento River. Well, I did. The flows are WAY too high. I have never seen folks on drift boat nymphing trips here where a PFD. The anchor story convinced me that I will. And will share this with friends.

@lee8287 Год назад

As a kayak fisher, PFDs are my best friend

@john-tb3ik Год назад

100% on the mark!!!!!!!!!!

@jeffharper9292 Год назад

Carelessly Huge! Thanks for doing this subject! I practically beg some people (both friends and other RU-vidrs) to think safety. PFDs, fire extinguishers, keeping the boat tip top in general. Bad things never happen.....until they do!

@Finpharmer Год назад

Well said! I can sense the urgency and seriousness in your voice……Have fun but be smart about it……

@gerryquigley5030 Год назад

This video has my vote for; Your all time best video! And certainly your most important …

@jchestero Год назад

If you are a boater or bank fisherman something will always eventually happen. It's important to make wise decisions and be prepared so those mishaps can be something you can laugh about later. Safety is not something to joke about or take lightly. Great topic and wonderful delivery to get the point across. Stay Huge Ben. And sorry to hear about our fellow fishermen.

@mikemiceli3845 Год назад

Well said Ben. People shouldn’t have to wait until they almost lose their life to realize how f***ing powerful rivers are. Being safe is the coolest thing a person can be, especially when on the water. Thank you for posting this.

@nickparkermtns Год назад

Well done Ben. Truth is powerful.

@cavpaulmuller Год назад

Good for you, solid information

@lisadunworth6144 Год назад

Great video thanks. I’m in Northern CO and the Poudre is very big right now, especially with all the rain. I’d love a video about PFD’s if your ever inclined to make one!

@christopherpluchos1324 Год назад

Well said, Ben!

@mikekuczynski1552 Год назад

It’s something I think about every time I’m in a boat be it mine or someone else’s. I rescued a guy on the Madison in high water taking his last breath when I grabbed him , he had no PFD . I had my anchor rope get wrap around my foot stepping on the release trying to come into a swift water takeout , try rowing your boat and pulling a 40 lb anchor with one hand at the same time . Point is shit happens be as prepared as possible it might just save your life . Thanks for sharing this it is way to often an overlooked subject. Stay Hugh

@jesshoward8941 Год назад

Good content. If you spend enough time on the water, something will happen. I've been involved in a few different recoveries/searches. Seen a few deaths. Each time had the same factors, high-water, inexperience and no flotation. Also a body tied to a canoe wrapped around a tree. One other thing that seems obvious but clothing is important. I saw a body in jeans and steel toed boots, must have sank like a stone in fast water.