Kayak Fishing NEAR DROWNING Experience

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World renowned kayak angler Jim Sammons learns the hard way that running whitewater in a fishing kayak can be both terrifying and deadly... Download the Free FishAlerts! App: http://www.fishalerts.com -- The World Leader in Marine Protected Areas and Social Networking For all your kayak fishing needs visit HOOK1 Kayak Fishing http://www.kayakfishinggear.com Book a kayak fishing trip with Jim Sammons: http://www.jimsammons.com Produced by The Heliconia Press http://www.helipress.com LEARN Check out some of our other YouTube channels: Kayak Fishing Tales http://www.youtube.com/user/KayakFishingTales Kayak Bassin TV http://www.youtube.com/kayakbassintv Stand Up Paddling http://www.youtube.com/user/StandUpPaddlingTV Whitewater Kayaking http://www.youtube.com/user/WhitewaterPaddlingTV Canoeing http://www.youtube.com/user/CanoeingTV Recreational Paddling http://www.youtube.com/user/PaddleTV Sea Kayaking http://www.youtube.com/user/SeaKayakingTV SHOP If you're a kayak angler, or looking at getting into kayak fishing, you'll find everything you need at HOOK1 Kayak Fishing Gear at http://www.kayakfishinggear.com. These guys know kayak fishing, offer great prices and provide exceptional customer service. They also ship worldwide. Call them Toll Free: (866) 486-8412, or email Support@KayakFishingGear.com KAYAKS Interested in learning more about the great looking kayaks in these episodes? They're ALL made by Ocean Kayak - one of the world's largest and most reputable manufacturers of sit-on-top kayaks. The Ocean Kayak Trident and Trident Ultra are the boats of choice for the Kayak Fishing Tales team. Designed by anglers for anglers, they're fast, stable, and provide an ideal fishing platform for both freshwater and saltwater fishing. Check out all the Ocean Kayaks at http://www.oceankayak.com CLOTHING The Kayak Fishing Tales team has used ExOfficio clothing exclusively since 2007. Why? Because it PERFORMS. ExOfficio's technical apparel was designed to enhance your experience in the outdoors. It features innovations like fabric impregnated with bug repellent, indestructible buttons, and IceFil technology that actually cools you down on hot days. Oh, and their boxers?... Amazing! Over 200 5-star reviews on Amazon say a lot. Get a free catalog and check them out at http://www.exofficio.com KAYAK FISHING ACCESSORIES If you're going to fish from a kayak you'll want to accessorize your boat with rod holders, paddle clips, sea lights, camera mounts, and more. Nobody offers better quality kayak fishing accessories than Scotty. Scotty products are like Lego for your kayak. See their stuff at http://www.scottypaddlesport.com COMMUNICATION Whether you're in a kayak, or a full sized fishing boat, reliable communication is key for staying safe on the water. We've trusted Standard Horizon VHF radios for over a decade, and their HX851 radio is absolutely ideal for kayak anglers. It's waterproof, it floats, and it even has a built-in GPS. See Standard Horizon's radios at http://www.standardhorizon.com/ LINE Simply put, you won't find anything but Seaguar fishing line on our reels. Seaguar is not just the leader in fluorocarbon - Seaguar invented the stuff 40 years ago! And now with the release of Seaguar's new premium Kanzen braid and Senshi monofilament lines, Seaguar has you covered for any type of fishing. Check out all of Seaguar's line options at http://www.seaguar.com EYEWEAR For over a decade Jim Sammons has trusted his eyes to Maui Jim sunglasses. He's tried others, but no other sunglass offers such brilliant color with crisp detail, while at the same time blocking the harmful UV rays during the long days on the water. See Maui Jim sunglasses at http://www.mauijim.com HOOKS We use Mustad hooks. Why trust anything else?! They're proven to be stronger and to stay sharper longer and they're the best-selling hook-brand on the planet. Get hooked at http://www.mustadfishing.com PADDLES Handcrafted paddles in Sultan, Washington since 1965, Werner makes some of the lightest and strongest paddles available. These paddles are actually designed to increase power while reducing fatigue. See all the Werner blades at http://www.werner.com PRODUCED BY Episode is produced by The Heliconia Press, an award winning TV, digital video, and DVD production company that specializes in outdoor pursuits. Visit http://www.helipress.com to find us online. MUSIC These are the great artists we use in our videos, please check them out! BEN MULLIN www.benmullinmusic.com BROCK ZEMAN www.brockzeman.com, www.myspace.com/mudmusic1899 HAYFLICK LIMIT www.hayflicklimit.org BROTHERS THROUGH THE HILL www.brothersthroughthehill.com ROBERT LARISEY www.myspace.com/robertlarisey

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Paul Bjork - 6 years ago

Live in the now bro.

FUqer - 6 years ago

I'll stick to the slow moving rivers here in my State and always scout a river ahead of time. I'm in a kayak to relax, not die. To each his own though.

ben heesten - 6 years ago

so you guys were running some class 3 water, not properly outfitted but hey, you can float most things through that rapid so wth! why didn't you guys have safety set up? did you have throw bags? this is kind of embarrassing...I read everything included under the video and all that was said, no mention of not being able to set up safety(which meant, in this case, it would have been wise to portage), so whats the deal?? also, why would you not secure your pfd before running rapid?

guitta Dabe - 7 years ago

Gutsy to get back to fishing right after such a scary experience. Respect!

DKN MInister - 7 years ago

White water is not for old fat men!

qrthrse1 - 8 years ago

No place for old, fat guys.

Saffire Skiez - 9 years ago

Brave man.

Keith James Lapere - 9 years ago

Rule of thumb no matter if it looks dangerous or not just stay away.
Stupidity might end your life!!!
Common sense won't!

Dale Dow - 10 years ago

I grew up on California's most dangerous river, the Kern. My dad worked at a power plant, we lived in company housing, and we swam the river most of our summer days. We often were called upon by the search and rescue team to give opinion as to where a drowner may have ended up. Also, sad to say, we were often correct. Watching Jim struggle in the rapids gave me chills. I'm 54 now, and I cannot swim like back in the 70's. I kayak fish 2-3 times a month, and have been in class 3's with my little fishing kayak. I think it was good to see Jim's adventure, mainly because it reminds us that we aren't as young (and small) as we used to be, and secondly we may have skills in small surf and tiny riffles, but the big stuff will kick your ass. He would have likely drown without his PFD. You all can make fun, call names, point fingers, but frankly I'm glad y'all posted it. respecting the power of water and weather is the very first lesson any kayaker should learn.

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scott england - 10 years ago

this is why you learn how to swim before climbing in a kayak. Before you paddle class I,II,III, IV, and even class V, learn how to swim confidently for self rescue in each of those rapids, you will swim when near the edge of you abilities, and freak accidents, no matter how good you are. you cant always count on a roll or having someone rescue you. If your not willing to swim it, dont paddle it.

Hannibal Cannabinol - 10 years ago

"near drowning" ROFL

Jeremy - 11 years ago

You can take a sit on top through whitewater if your careful

christian winter - 11 years ago

2:50 dat crack dough

John Cyr - 11 years ago

.Kayak Fishing Game On - Part 5 - Ottawa River . Original video with explanation... if you look carefully..he flushed out on his own after getting beat 40 seconds at the most... for a kayaker...we see these types of situation on a daily basis..

John Cyr - 11 years ago

The Ottawa River is LARGE and SAFE. We bring rafters and new kayakers through these rapids by the thousands a day during spring and summer. Rescues are easily done and "Accidents" like these dont happen often... Asides from that the Ottawa is a mecca for fishing and kayaking... check it out if you can and enjoy this gem of a river. :)

John Cyr - 11 years ago

At these levels its a fairly easy hole to get out of if you know what do do ie: curl up in a ball and go deep through the green water... or swim to the side of the hole rather than away from it...There are many whitewater fishing kayaks especially from riot, jackson that can go through class 3 rapids like the one pictured above.. This was in a professional setting and was dealt with professionally...Anyone who attempts to go fishin in or near rapids should have minimal whitewater knowledge.

John Cyr - 11 years ago

You guys are a bunch of whiny little twats. He has proper gear for the Ottawa river and is with Ken Whiting, a world renouned whitewater paddler/pioneer. The rapid theyre in is called McCoys...The first "hole" they went through is "Sattlers" and is harmless... the last part where he got "stuck" is called 7/8 hole and it is not the usual line to take, or the one they wanted to go in. They shouldve had a briefing on what do do if shit happens, hence why he was just floating instead of swimming out

Hillbilly Gold - 11 years ago

your right, that type of kayak is not for that type of river

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puurrrkat321 - 11 years ago

If you are going to drown, at least stay on your kayak for a couple of seconds instead of drowning right away as soon as you hit the rapids.

nedeljko vukčević - 11 years ago

koji gušti...

carlos ichigo - 11 years ago

i see a full moon tonight

Pavel Valenta - 11 years ago

good video, it does show that people have to be careful in white water. Awesome rescue!!!

Aaron Kryptonite - 11 years ago

I believe this video deserves a warning for the ass crack showing, like come the fuck on... It's late here.. How am I going to sleep with a boner?..

John Andrews - 11 years ago

WHAT *****ING IDIOT WOULD EVEN THINK THAT WAS A GOOD IDEA???? REALLY????? A ****ING FISHING YAK???????? REALLY????? ALL THIS VIDEO IS GOING TO DO BESIDES SHOW THE STUPIDITY OF "JIM" IS CHALLENGE OTHER PEOPLE TO THE "HELL I CAN DO THAT" MINDSET. (( PURE STUPID))

scosoysauce - 11 years ago

Wrong type of boat and you always keep you're PFD on tight. Lucky he didn't drown.

Gabriele Armeni - 12 years ago

You're absolutely Right!!

weed puller - 12 years ago

u-r-bullshitin rite? ware your water wings when you surf mavericks.

pdtrad - 12 years ago

screw that whitewater, my yak will never see it!

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pagansnorider - 12 years ago

as a kayak fisherman and a whitewater paddler i have no problem telling you that this was simply irresponsable. your very lucky that your buddy was there and was skilled enough not to get sucked in with you.

Fire - 12 years ago

Awesome!!!! Now that takes some serious guts....loved it!

DENMONKEY - 12 years ago

feel ya brother. I had a similar experience when trying to learn to surf only to be pulled up by a friend. I had given up and everything went dark. Funnily enough the decision to let go wasn't a hard one and I was ok with it. Still up to that point I was shitting my dacks. Well done to your rescue for being Johnny on the spot. I'd go yaking with him any day after seeing that.

Ian O - 13 years ago

@wwmon2 You just got owned on the internet.

micahgee - 13 years ago

"OH SHIT!"

Caulfield Holden - 13 years ago

looks like a 4 id patch on the back of that guys life preserver. cheers!

sdarms111 - 13 years ago

That was an epic video.. props man, you rock!

Ronnie Stacy - 13 years ago

I can't believe all these armchair critics. Take a risk by getting off your ass and get out and have some adventures.

wwmon2 - 13 years ago

@ericbombardier Actually Mr. Eric, what is annoying, is getting an email which comments on a 9 month old post. Get a life...

chuck Atkins - 13 years ago

Frickin Idiots! These guys do more stupid stuff - just a matter of time before their luck runs out! I just hope none of them have reproduced yet!

hahaha4047 - 13 years ago

good job on wearing a life jacket

Kory H - 13 years ago

@KayakFishingTales You are completely correct. I am a fisherman of Australia and I think you have to show people the good but also the bad to warn people of the potential dangers. Every year you see rock fisherman who are new to rock fishing get consumed by waves and get badly injured or death. Showing someone what can happen is better then letting them get into these situations with no idea. If professionals like this can get into these situations you know anyone is vulnerable.

Janice L. Green - 13 years ago

I rescued someone in a similar situation… we both almost drowned. Unlike Jim, the man I rescued wasn’t wearing a lifevest or a shirt. The only thing I could grab onto was his hair… Hairy situation. Or should I say, less hair situation. : ) Glad everything turned out ok.

Dana Ellis - 13 years ago

haha dumbass

Anson - 13 years ago

Thanks for posting this. I am a swift water rescuer and this video shows how easy it is to get in over your head. It looks so easy from shore sometimes, but the water never stops.

R W F - 14 years ago

dumb idea.

wwmon2 - 14 years ago

@KayakFishingTales ... point taken

KayakFishingTales - 14 years ago

@wwmon2 Or... it's this kind of stuff that demonstrates the very real dangers associated with flowing rivers, and will hopefully prevent anglers who are inexperienced with paddling in current from getting in over their heads. We believe it makes sense to share the lessons we learn (good and bad), rather than just let people learn themselves the hard way.

wwmon2 - 14 years ago

Stupid and irresponsible, a flatwater fishing kayak through whitewater? Shame on Johnson Outdoors and other sponsors for putting their name on this. It's this sort of crap that scares people away from kayaking and promotes a death-defying image that we in the industry must work hard to deflect.

fhpd350 - 14 years ago

Thank God all worked out well.

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northernpike56 - 14 years ago

Lesson, WEAR YOUR PFD PROPERLY.

Johnny Trinity - 14 years ago

POV near death experience, yikes. Glad yer alright Jim!

Jim Sammons - 14 years ago

@tc3271 If you look closely at 1:21 in the video Ken points down river, what you don't hear is him telling me "Go That Way" leading me right into the hole and danger. All part of his master plan to make himself look like the hero, and even if he fails he still gets to take my place as host of the show. He is s devious fellow. (This of course is sarcasim and I only slightly blame Ken for trying to drown me.) JS :)

Michael Taraschi - 14 years ago

Glad your ok Jim! Looked like some scary stuff.

shlockg13 - 14 years ago

reason number 1 why i dont kayak :) Thats scary shit

terri cummimgs - 14 years ago

I love the show, but one of the main reasons I watch it is because of Ken Whiting, that guy is amazing the way he handles a kayak, and to watch him go into water like that for a friend just proves what kind of guy he is. Thanks Ken for saving Jim's butt.....lol, was amazing too watch.............bad part Jim will always owe Ken now.........lol And his ocean kayak tips are too me the hit of the show.