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All good info. In 1997 I capsized while duck hunting. Lost two guns and alot of other gear, and almost my LIFE! Since then I do things different. I learned a lot that cold November morning. Guns sink. Decoys don't. EFF the boat. And waders are NOT worth your life....even if they were $200+.
Whistle is more important than a duck call now.
A flashlight ATTACHED to my person is a must!! or I don't get in the boat.
Every piece of gear in the boat is either teathered to a decoy bag or has some sort of floatation device tied to it.
Always let someone know where you arre going to be.
And SAVE YOURSELF!! Risking your life to try and save a life that might not be savable is just going to end BAD. Boats, guns, rods, and gear can all be replaced.
I had a very bad experience, spent some time in the hospital and almost lost some toes to frostbite. Every time I put socks on I'm reminded of that day. All because it will never happen to me.
Chris I'm glad you put this up, its a great thread. Theres so much we can do to protect ourselves and be safe.
Spud
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