Kayaking Safety

Secret Service Raises River for JD Vance’s Kayak Trip: Outrage and Entitlement

The U.S. Secret Service requested an increase in the Little Miami River’s water level last week for a kayaking trip Vice-President JD Vance took with his family, citing the need to ensure the safe operation of watercraft and emergency personnel. The Army Corps of Engineers temporarily increased outflows from Caesar Creek Lake to accommodate the request, which it said met operational criteria. Vance’s spokesperson stated the vice-president was unaware of the water level manipulation. This incident drew criticism, with comparisons made to a similar situation involving Al Gore and raising questions about taxpayer expense and fairness, and caused additional scrutiny due to similar actions on a previous trip.

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Northern California Brothers’ Kayak Tragedy Highlights Life Jacket Importance

A body has been recovered in the ongoing search for two missing brothers in Northern California. The discovery, while bringing a degree of closure to the grieving family, underscores the inherent dangers of kayaking, especially without proper safety precautions. The retrieval of the first body, although achieved relatively quickly after the initial 911 call, highlights the difficulties presented by the search environment. The fact that it took several days for recovery speaks to the challenging conditions and the extensive efforts involved.

The location of the accident, described as a challenging stretch of water, is characterized by its depth variations, ranging from shallow to surprisingly deep sections.… Continue reading