Missing kayaker in Mission Bay! - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Siebler · 08-24-2014, 10:19 AM

Daniel and I watched the recovery of the body earlier this morning. Sad reminder of why you need to wear your PFD.

Nic D · 08-24-2014, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Siebler

Daniel and I watched the recovery of the body earlier this morning. Sad reminder of why you need to wear your PFD.

ya super sad. news just showed the recovery and stated he was not wearing a pfd.

JDW · 08-24-2014, 06:50 PM

I read he was a 17 year old exchange student from Ghana. He rented a kayak from the Catamaran and was not wearing a PFD. If KUSI TV news is correct, He was 6'9", a basketball player.

So sad.

buddha · 08-24-2014, 07:53 PM

What I fail to understand is that he didn't know how to swim.

How can anyone that doesn't know how to swim operate a kayak without having his PFD on?

I also wonder what kind of instructions he received at Catamaran in regards to safety if any.

janines.fishtales@cox.net · 08-24-2014, 07:59 PM

The bottom line of the story is, it's a large body of water and anything can happen. People go out there, unprepared, and beyond their capabilities all the time. Our beaches and bays are an incredible source of recreation, but it is the wilderness and it is not to be underestimated. Please, lets all learn from this young man. Be safe out there!

Janine

johnnyblaze2009 · 08-24-2014, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by buddha

What I fail to understand is that he didn't know how to swim.

How can anyone that doesn't know how to swim operate a kayak without having his PFD on?

I also wonder what kind of instructions he received at Catamaran in regards to safety if any.

He was a guest of someone's for a company party at that resort. He wasn't issued a kayak, when one came available, one person got off and another got on, the pfd was tucked under the bungee straps but was not the correct size for him. It was for a child. But he chose to take the kayak out anyways and with inexperience in kayaking and swimming paid the ultimate price. My parents and sister were guests as well to that event. They seen the guy getting his face painted that day.

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wiredantz · 08-25-2014, 07:57 AM

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He was a guest of someone's for a company party at that resort. He wasn't issued a kayak, when one came available, one person got off and another got on, the pfd was tucked under the bungee straps but was not the correct size for him. It was for a child. But he chose to take the kayak out anyways and with inexperience in kayaking and swimming paid the ultimate price. My parents and sister were guests as well to that event. They seen the guy getting his face painted that day.

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My life vest is one thing I never take off, unless im taking off my sweater( or putting one on). I then put it back on immediately. I always make sure my life vest is in Great Condition too.

Hunters Pa · 08-25-2014, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by buddha

What I fail to understand is that he didn't know how to swim.

How can anyone that doesn't know how to swim operate a kayak without having his PFD on?

I also wonder what kind of instructions he received at Catamaran in regards to safety if any.

You could be Michael Phelps, but get hit & knocked out by a drunk on a jetski or in a boat and you are done.

buddha · 08-25-2014, 09:50 AM

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You could be Michael Phelps, but get hit & knocked out by a drunk on a jetski or in a boat and you are done.

That could be true of anyone.

What is your point?

He needed to put his pfd on and it was unfortunate that he was not briefed on this as well as someone checking to make sure that he had the right sized pfd and wore it the entire time.

makobob · 08-25-2014, 10:04 AM

I would bet that the Catamaran has changed their policy on rentals or improved their training to employees. Too bad they lost a client to learn a lesson they already knew. Always wear a life vest and always buckle up. There ARE no excuses.

momo fish · 08-25-2014, 10:13 AM

Read again. He is saying even the best swimmer needs to have a pfd on.

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Originally Posted by buddha

That could be true of anyone.

What is your point?

He needed to put his pfd on and it was unfortunate that he was not briefed on this as well as someone checking to make sure that he had the right sized pfd and wore it the entire time.

Hunters Pa · 08-25-2014, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by buddha

That could be true of anyone.

What is your point?

He needed to put his pfd on and it was unfortunate that he was not briefed on this as well as someone checking to make sure that he had the right sized pfd and wore it the entire time.

Point is, being a great swimmer will not save you if some jackass runs into you and knocks you out.

I have a wife and two kids that count on me coming home from the few trips I actually get to make. I wear my PFD from when I am launching until I am back on shore

08-24-2014, 10:19 AM	#1
Siebler Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Richland Oregon Posts: 1,547	Daniel and I watched the recovery of the body earlier this morning. Sad reminder of why you need to wear your PFD. __________________ CJ Siebler

08-24-2014, 07:59 PM	#5
janines.fishtales@cox.net Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 555	Underestimated... The bottom line of the story is, it's a large body of water and anything can happen. People go out there, unprepared, and beyond their capabilities all the time. Our beaches and bays are an incredible source of recreation, but it is the wilderness and it is not to be underestimated. Please, lets all learn from this young man. Be safe out there! Janine __________________ Fishtales

08-25-2014, 10:04 AM	#10
makobob Baitless on Baja Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vista California, Gonzaga, San Quintin, Asuncion, Mag Bay Posts: 4,250	I would bet that the Catamaran has changed their policy on rentals or improved their training to employees. Too bad they lost a client to learn a lesson they already knew. Always wear a life vest and always buckle up. There ARE no excuses. __________________ http://www.mako-ville.com Home 760-630-4470 Cell 760-520-2514 YES YOU CAN

08-24-2014, 06:50 PM	#3
JDW Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 57	I read he was a 17 year old exchange student from Ghana. He rented a kayak from the Catamaran and was not wearing a PFD. If KUSI TV news is correct, He was 6'9", a basketball player. So sad.

08-24-2014, 07:53 PM	#4
buddha Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: chula vista Posts: 907	What I fail to understand is that he didn't know how to swim. How can anyone that doesn't know how to swim operate a kayak without having his PFD on? I also wonder what kind of instructions he received at Catamaran in regards to safety if any.