Each of us must develop a personal assessment of what wind speed is safe for kayaking based on our own equipment and limitations. This Beaufort Scale video shows how to estimate the speed without an anemometer (wind gauge) so you can see how bad you are going to suck if you go out in higher winds. Personally, sustained winds of 8 mph are my cutoff because, at that level, the wind will gust above that and make it hard to paddle. Kayaking in high winds is NO fun, so you need to know how to estimate wind speed before you get into an unsafe situation.
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It goes without saying that fishing is dangerous as a result of the fast water, slick rocks and other hazards that occur in random, unexpected places. You need to exercise caution, particularly in the spring when the water is high or during rapid changes in tide before you fish anywhere. You should always wear a life vest when fishing. Also, a wading staff will help you keep your balance as you walk on the shoreline or wade.
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