Re: [Paddlewise] How would you deal with the following situation

Hi Ralph .... here' s some thoughts on the rescue situation

First, i would not exit my kayak as could impair my safety - particularly if
water conditions are not calm and wind is blowing.

I would approach very causiously and attempt to instill calm in the
non-swimmers.  If calm prevails, i can then get onto the bow and stern of the
kayak and paddle to shore.  If calm does not prevail, then switch to plan B.

Another option is to throw them the end of my tow line, have them hold on and
pull them to shore - if this becomes dangerous I can always unhook the towline
and free myself.

Another option would be to provide them some type of flotation - a paddle float,
my pfd (go ahead and scream at me, but in very calm conditions the risk may not
be s ignificant), a dry bag inflated .....

Most important is for the rescurer to not become a rescuee.

should be some interesting responses

sid


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