OutdoorsTried-and-true tip
Hold a capsized boat at the bow or stern only
Hold a capsized canoe or kayak at the bow or stern so it doesn't roll further.
- Time
- ⏱ 1 min
- Difficulty
- ◆ easy
How to do it
- Swim to the bow or stern of the boat.
- Hold on there.
- Don't grab the boat from the side.
Sources
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- aceboater.com (opens in a new tab)
Move to the bow or stern, not the sides—this prevents further rolling.
