Norm M Posted October 20, 2016 Report Share Posted October 20, 2016 http://www.daily-journal.com/news/local/fisherman-drowns-near-state-park/article_88414262-d6cc-572c-a8e2-5e82f2ea29b8.html?platform=hootsuite I knew Mike for a long time . He was an experienced and knowledgeable wader . His death has made me stop and think, if it can happen to him , it can happen to me . I have decided to try to be even more careful than I have been for decades . I would remind all to respect the power of moving water , take it slow and easy . Listen to that little voice in your head, any doubts, don't do it . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom L Posted October 20, 2016 Report Share Posted October 20, 2016 Sad to hear. Yes respect the river is rule #1. The article didn't mention whether the fisherman was wet-wadding or wearing waders and with or without a wading belt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev-mo Posted October 20, 2016 Report Share Posted October 20, 2016 That's sad, sorry for your loss. Do you think something else could have contributed like the heart or a stroke.? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Posted October 20, 2016 Report Share Posted October 20, 2016 I think some type of traumatic episode like a heart attack, etc. contributed to the demise of an experienced wader in the river. I'm sure he had plenty of respect for the water. RIP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark K Posted October 20, 2016 Report Share Posted October 20, 2016 It says here that he was walking the shoreline and fell in by 6000W and 113. http://www.wvli927.com/2016/10/18/bonfield-man-drowns-in-river/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Gillio Posted October 20, 2016 Report Share Posted October 20, 2016 Very sad to hear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark K Posted October 20, 2016 Report Share Posted October 20, 2016 Poor fellow. 6000W is on the 102 side, but that would be where Willowpoint Rapids are. I am not intensely familiar with the 113 side but I know the 102 side like the back of my hand. Eric, you and I fished that stretch together, a long time ago. It's hard to imagine exactly where this accident occurred. Regardless, it's very sad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Paul J Trybul Posted October 21, 2016 Report Share Posted October 21, 2016 Be careful out there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asherman Posted October 21, 2016 Report Share Posted October 21, 2016 That is horrible news and it is something that could happen to any of us. I feel bad for Mike's family and friends. Be careful out there and keep your wading belts tight. Consider using a wading staff. Don't ever take the river for granted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike G Posted October 21, 2016 Report Share Posted October 21, 2016 Some time ago I quit thinking I could just swim ashore if I fell in. I bought sospenders to wear anytime I am in the boat. It would probably be a good idea idea to wear them wading too since the one time may be the only time. It is a $100 life insurance policy. http://www.go2marine.com/go2_structure/mfr/stearns/inflatable/inflatables.shtml Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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