Flipped Boat.....Need Help!!!

December 15, 2022, will be a day I will never forget. I took a nice buck and it was after dark before I got him back to the boat. I was hunting after a major weather front and the river was up. If it could go wrong, it did .Lost gun, deer, cameras, and backpack. But it could have been worst.‪@doityourselfhunter9031‬

[@walter992]

One thing I have learned after being in the military for the last 33 years is things are good until they are not... and that usually happens fast and without warning. Your video is testament to that. Your situation could have ended much differently, I am so glad it didn't and hopefully someone can learn from it. There are some great lessons to be learned here. Thanks for posting it, takes a lot of guts and humility to do that.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

You are right. I hope someone gets something out of this video. To maybe help them one day stay safe.

[@paulbernitt3559]

Thank you for your service @walter992

[@philliphayes5836]

I love the way you handled yourself most important that you made it home. To your wife and kids handled and thank the Lord you safe.

[@celinahayward8317]

Jeremy is my nephew by marriage. I will share with him. I’m so sorry you lost your stuff and your trophy deer but so grateful you are ok. Grateful also for our wonderful local young (and old) men that volunteer their time and safety @ Holcomb Volunteer Fire Department. Thanks for the shout out! ❤️

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thank you.

[@justtl5885]

Outstanding video and excellent, excellent advice. Thank you.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

My pleasure!

[@davidzellers3537]

Wow glad you are ok. Jeremy back in the spring I was scouting for turkey about 30 minutes from my house on government property. I had walked approximately 2 miles back on some property that has no ATV trails no foot trails now nothing. After I got about 2 miles back I run into a guy that was also scouting for turkeys which really shocked me. we begin walking togetherAnd after about five minutes I noticed I was sweating profusely I did not feel well. This guy walked back to my truck and get me something to drink and came back when he got back to me he noticed I was not doing well he went and got help I have had two heart attacks back in these woods if I would’ve had to been alone I would’ve never made it out of the woods. The Lord bless me that day there is no doubt in my mind!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Wow!! Thanks for sharing!

[@charlesleblanc6638]

Wow that was one hell of a story ... And you played it right after you got yourself in that jam !

[@stevehess65]

So glad you're okay. I'm 57 and I think about those things all the time. You never know. I give my wife the location of where I'll be and the contacts of my hunting buddies who know the area. I use life360 too. Love your show!!!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for watching!

[@joepople7667]

I've been hunting and running flooded rivers all my life. It takes just a second for it to go wrong. That water just has so much power. We never ever push off until the motor is running and warm. Always wear PFD. Always wear the kill lanyard. Keep a dry bag with dry towels and spare warm clothes in the event someone falls in but the boat isn't swamped. ALWAYS have your phone on your person, and in a zip lock bag if it isn't a waterproof phone. Headlights: 2 is one, and one is none. I run a 10 inch Rigid LED bar but also keep a handheld in the driver's box in case the main light fails while running. Hunt upstream of the ramp, that way if the motor dies you can drift back to the ramp/truck. Keep a cable come along in the boat. Often times a river may drop badly and the boat may get stuck on a log jam when you try to get back the next day. Place a reflector tack high in a tree where you parked the boat in case its dark when you try to get back.

[@joehorton01]

Im sorry you lost your gun and new camera and the deer and the footage! Dadgum man but im sure glad youre here to tell the story.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Me Too!

[@Wildirishmanbiker]

Hey, great content. Kentucky boy here and prob a little older than you. I almost died duck hunting out of a canoe in 46-degree water. Had all my gear on and sank about 20 feet to the bottom. My boots are still in the mud in the bottom of that pond. Im still here because I believe in God, and my wife was carrying our first child. Ended up in the hospital with pneumonia, but I lived. I have never gotten in a canoe since, but I did go back on the water kayak fishing. I'm glad you made it out safe. Could have lost your life.

[@DM-mb9jh]

Rivers are no joke! When things go wrong they go wrong fast. I’m glad you’re alright and I thank you for sharing your story.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

They do! Thanks for watching!

[@Stevo59]

Glad you're still with us.. REALity..

[@danielfletcher1384]

Thanks for sharing this very serious event with all of us! I'm so sorry this happened to you!! I think I speak for everyone watching; we're thankful it wasn't worse. All of the material items can be replaced, but your life can't. I will definitely make some changes to my hunting routine after watching this video! First responders are amazing!!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

They are!

[@bc6944]

@@doityourselfhunter9031 I got a message about a prize. Is this legit? Saying I’ve won a bow and wanting me to pay shipping.

[@josephzendejas6280]

@B C that is a total scam they try to get me too, asking me for personal information be aware...

[@bc6944]

@@josephzendejas6280 thanks. Thought so.

[@bc6944]

I reported to FTC.

[@robertminnis417]

Thank God that your ok, that's all that matters. You can replace those other things but you can't be replaced you. God bless buddy.

[@phillipking6153]

More people need to share these type of experiences. It helps us all. Thank you.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for watching!

[@mrcollier1641]

Extra tips Strap your gear down so it stays with the boat and always start your motor and let it warm up before moving. Use a GPS fishfinder and chartplotter, and add a card to show you the river channel and creeks. You can use the tracks on the chart so you know where you have been.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for info

[@evanseal3426]

Extremely glad you're okay. That's a hunters nightmare. I'm sorry you lost so much gear and the deer. Thanks for making content like this too bring the reality of NEEDING a back up plan and having people know where you're at in case worse case scenario. I've always got battery pack and charger wherever I go. Thanks for this video Jeremy. You potentially just made lots of us change some bad habits we've had because of the "it won't happen to me mindset" can't praise you enough for this type of content.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

I hope this video does make hunters think. It could be them.

[@chrisjacobson2764]

Great story that ended well. Mistakes made and smart decisions also. Thanks for sharing

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks

[@erikruffin8676]

Great video. Love that you look at the positive side of a bad situation. It’s always good to be around a person like that. Nothing like a Debbie Downer! Glad you are ok!!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks!

[@RDSHNTR]

Good ol’ Erik from New Hope!

[@audramatney1148]

Thank God you made it through friend thanks for sharing 👍

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for watching!

[@Mopbucket652]

what a crazy trip, glad you made it out ok.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Me too!

[@ryanholliman5923]

All those things can be replaced! Glad you made it back to your family!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Yes! Thank you!

[@dhjr43]

Great video !! Soo glad you are ok !!! Crazy experience !! I'm 59 and hunt alone , that's why this year I'm getting a good GPS with inreach technology !! I do the same about thinking of what can go wrong before doing it !!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

That is awesome!

[@dogseatingchips4631]

Story was entertaining and easy to follow, you should write a book! Best video you've done. Inspiring hunters is great, but this one will save a life.

[@montejordan9887]

So glad everything turned out ok. Material things can be replaced, but life and time with loved ones can't.Thanks for the great videos.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for watching!

[@zb4818]

Scary situation. I'm glad you're OK.

[@Dgb12651]

Glad you came out of that ok. You are a blessed man! Could have been a totally different outcome with just one different detail. I'm almost 72 years old and I hunt alone almost exclusively. Like most of us I am a lot more safety conscious than I was when I was younger. We get smarter with age I guess. I have a standing rule that I will not break. I NEVER leave the ground without being hooked onto a safety line and I ALWAYS tell my wife what stand that I am hunting. I appreciate you sharing your experience and encouraging planning ahead and having a plan B. Love your show.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for sharing your story.

[@dan776]

Glad everything's OK. This is why I strap EVERYTHING down when kayaking in to hunt a spot

[@ricksears3330]

Man, so glad you posted this. Your videos are my favorite. Couldn’t imagine not having you around educating us Nimrods. God Bless you and I’m so glad your safe.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

I appreciate that!

[@royketterman1500]

I'm getting a little older to wva mountains are getting hard glad you dug down deep and made it home thank your wife

[@billmcconnell1737]

Glad you made it out ok. Material stuff can be replaced. Having safety equipment is a must.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Yes it is!

[@gravityoutdoors5882]

Glad to see your okay i really enjoy your content thanks for all the hard work you put into it.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks!

[@thehaltemanlife]

What a story.. thankful God spared you that night! Thanks for the safety talk!

[@thehaltemanlife]

Thank you! What do I reply to , for direct messages?

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Don't reply it is a scam

[@lukesizemore542]

Glad you're still alive! Thanks for sharing this experience

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Always!

[@samlawson598]

Thanks for sharing. Thank the good Lord you are ok.

[@brandonrider1636]

Man, what a great video about what all happened and what we all can do to be better prepared to face real life difficulties! Thanks for swallowing the manly pride we all can have and sharing your story! It will definitely help me focus more on being safe and preparing if something was to happen. Sorry to hear for the losses but super glad to hear your survival and testimony.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for watching!

[@rivasoutdooradventures]

So glad you’re okay!! You gotta buy those reflective trail marker clips that go on the branches! They’re so cheap and are very bright with the flashlight. It has saved me many times from getting lost. Clip them walking in and take them down walking out. No need for the phone. Wish you didn’t lose all your things.. I’d be devastated.. but your life is more important! Glad you’re ok!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks!

[@tigercat73]

I'm glad you sharing this with everyone. I consider you as well prepared and safe as any hunter I know and it shows us anything can happen in the blink of an eye. Glad you safe Brother 🙏.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Absolutely!

[@DEVILDOG1964]

I RATHER HAVE 12 FT JON BOAT THEN A CANOE. GLAD YOU SURVIVED!!!.

[@jamiemackay9453]

Glad you're ok Jeremy! It's always good to think about safety first. And it's good to remind us all of that, because we can be here today and gone tomorrow. And sometimes all it takes is a bad decision to cost a person their life. Definitely safety is always something to be thinking about. Too bad you lost your stuff and your buck, but that stuff can always be replaced. Your life, can't.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks! That's so true.

[@peewee39183]

Thanks for sharing. I grew up hunting in the South Delta and around Vicksburg. I put myself in some dangerous situations in the past but as I’ve aged I try to think about safety first now. This video serves as a reminder to me to think ahead and have a plan that others know about as I hunt alone a lot.

[@johnstevens9597]

Glad you are ok Jeremy! Thanks for sharing this story! This may save someone‘a life someday. I have never been in a situation like this but will definitely make sure my family knows where I am just case. The first responders are always there and don’t want anything in return. Thank God for them!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

That is true.

[@GSUbassdad]

So thankful you went back home for that life vest.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Me too.

[@ericbrooks8573]

Its always good to see a wake up video once in a while....we tend to be on a mission and sometimes get going without some thought behind our actions. There is not much more fun than a bowhunting adventure that brings more factors in, water, kayaks, colder weather, heavier clothes...try not to cut corners with safety.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

That is so true!

[@davidboosa6720]

First, glad your ok! Really like your content. I know it took a lot to put this out there. Hard for prideful men to admit things. I'm 63 been hunting and fishing by my self since I was 10. Haven't hunted out of Alabama very much. But have hunted and fished from 150 miles offshore to the mountains of north alabama. And Murphy's law can show up at any time. With all the videos getting people out to hunt, be mobile. This is something that needed to be put out there. Not glad it happened to you. But so thankful to you for putting this out there. I think you have done a great service to the hunting community! God works in mysterious ways! I have shared this with my two grandsons. Because it means so much! Thank you!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

I am going to start adding a little more safety to my video.

[@dswish1730]

I was kind of sketchy on that boat.But shit happens.It is a cool boat tho

[@jamesleonard8374]

Thanks for the insightful life lesson that things can go south real quick and that you need to have a contingency plan for any possible mishap. I am 60 and still climb trees to archery hunt for deer. But, my three boys love waterfowl hunting and I am a nervous wreck when they are out on the river in these freezing temps pursuing ducks and geese. Less margin for error on the water, especially in the winter (in MD). To think about the old climbers we were using 40 years ago with no safety features and no cell phones. Whew! Thanks again for this public service announcement and all of your great content!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@kenthutchins1431]

Thankful God kept his hand on you. Always love your content. I’m an Pineywoods east Texas hunter right on the Louisiana border.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for watching!

[@kennycarpenter8961]

Good show brother. Sure glad your ok.

[@kenhelstrom8943]

Great video. I’ve flipped twice. One time in a canoe with a girlfriend when I was young. Came up against a tree like you did (out of my control just like your incident) she spun around and put her weight on the outside and we flipped immediately…lost everything in the canoe. The next time was up in Canada on a remote “fly in” lake with my youngest son…leaned on the rail and flipped me out of the boat just like that. Fortunately the boat didn’t flip and he threw a life jacket to me as the wind was blowing the boat away from me. I had taught him how to start the motor and run the boat the day before…good thing! Im 62 now and know that im am not as sure footed as I used to be ….sad but that’s reality. Love your videos. Lets keep goin as long as we can!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Will do!

[@davidblake7998]

You are 💯 percent right safety first glad you made it to the hill

[@strick9351]

I've recovered a few that didn't make it in similar situations. I'm glad you kept your head and are still with us!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Me too!

[@markadams5285]

I’m sure Glad your ok! God blessed you!

[@jmac9408]

Thank the good Lord you made it home buddy... he's got something planned for you!

[@homegrowncountryhomeplace]

Glad you was okay. God is good! Enjoy watching your videos. Have a Blessed Day Friend! Justin

[@hank4697]

That was a real story and a great story . Last year I got turned around in the woods at night that I’ve been in many times before but this one time I just kept getting turned around. I had my GPS phone but I think there was a glitch in it and it wasn’t able to get me out of there, or my mind was so lost that I couldn’t get myself out of there, and about an hour later, I just had to sit myself down and gather my thoughts and come down. I got out a spare GPS unit and fired it up and come myself down and within an hour. I was back at the truck but that one experience made me think different every other time that I go in there, I pay way more attention to landmarks to how long it took me to walk in certain direction I try and gather much more information as I go into a place so that I could get out without having something like that happen again. Again, I’m glad you made it good hunting.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for sharing your story.

[@thedryairguy9005]

So glad you are ok, thanks be to God.

[@mattr.3726]

Something bad will happen to everyone if you spend enough time in the outdoors. A sense of confidence come with experience. But wisdom comes with age. All of us are guilty of becoming over confident in equipment or machinery. Glad you were one of the lucky ones. Hopefully myself and others will stay reminded of just how easy it is to take little things for granted- like a boat motor starting because it starts 99 times out of 100. That 1 time is the inevitable-- Please keep making videos. Glad you are well and it made me literally laugh when you said your dog gives rve delivery drivers a hard time!!! ;)

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

She does.

[@johnenlow2985]

Glad you lived to tell the tale. I got a 14' semi-v hung sideways on a tree once. One of my passengers jumped to the up river side and we took on water quick. He jumped back fortunately. After I got both passengers calmed down we all eased to the bow and the boat turned off the tree. The motor started on the second pull after that scary moment. I guess what I'm saying is never underestimate the power a flooded river. Thanks for sharing.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

That's right.

[@justinroberts8911]

Glad you made it out!! Thank you for sharing,hopefully at least one of us will learn from it.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Hope so!

[@garyhall4326]

Glad you're ok Sir. God Bless

[@charleswatson4380]

I am so glad you stop and went back for your lifejacket. I know a lot of hunters that would not loss two hours of hunting time.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for info.

[@Biker-ux1fz]

Glad you’re ok! Thanks for sharing!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thank you!

[@DC-bc9lk]

Thanks for sharing your story. Great reminder and suggestions for everyone. Take Care and God Bless

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks!

[@caseymelton3004]

I really enjoy all your videos and this one may be my favorite. We always think that want happen to me but we need to be prepared just invade it does. Glad you are ok and always look forward to the next one.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks!

[@myronhigh3527]

Thank God that you made it out safe!!! Swift water, has no mercy on anyone!!!! It SUCKS that you lost a bunch of stuff, but just remember, that all of it can be replaced, but you cant!!! Best of luck on the next one, and God Bless all!!!!!👍🤗🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks!

[@myronhigh3527]

@@doityourselfhunter9031 👍🤗🙏

[@raybarr6283]

Thank the good Lord that you made it through that ordeal. I’m so glad you made it home safely and I look forward to seeing more of your videos. If you’re ever in northern Michigan give me a buzz, I’d love to hunt with you Jeremy. It would be fun to get you and Dan Infalt together and hunt my neck of the woods! Best Regards Ray

[@theronstewart8817]

Things can be replaced but life can't.... glad you came out on the good end . You should come hunt public land in South Carolina , plenty of it .

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Okay maybe one day.

[@trentstinson530]

Glad you are ok buddy. I have spent many days running up shallow rivers in daylight and dark in a jet boat going after that big buck or limit of crappie. Nothing like it.

[@turnbooutdoors8421]

So glad to see your ok bad to lose your gun and camera and deer but you safe and that's the most important thing

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

That's right.

[@paulsmith740]

Buddy, Im so glad you had the mind to go and get that life jacket! I wish everyone really understood the dangers and the power of moving water. I went to Co after watching your Wy trip. The dangers for me now is more my age and physical condition. I just turned 50 and my career has turned more into a desk job and im not in the condition I was just a couple of years ago. But man, my heart and gut still thinks im 25 years old. I got up on that mountain the first day and got dehydrated, even with plenty of water. It wouldnt have been a stretch to say I could have gotten in trouble. When I finally got back to my partners, my speech was slurred and i wasnt right in the head. I learned some hard lessons on that trip. I watch all your videos and feel like I know you. Im so glad your safe and appreciate you sharing your adventures.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks so much for watching.

[@nathanriddle5756]

Glad you made it out safe and back home to your family!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Us too!

[@paulwakefield1015]

i've learned the hard way with water access. it can be extremely dangerous. glad you're safe

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Yes it can.

[@mervjb809]

Wow. You are fortunate! The good Lord has a need for you, here on earth. Make the most of it, and remember, sometimes all we have is prayer, to get us out of a bad situation. God bless you!!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

So true.

[@troybengel691]

thank GOD, you are ok. yes, stuff can be replaced. happen to aunt and uncle many years ago, same as you. both were ok. dad and I, were across big wide river, we were all float fishing. anyhow, heard them hollering for help. I was about 14. talk about scary yet one hell of a learning experience, I have never forgotten. word of advice to all, trust me, size of boat no advantage, quite opposite. larger the boat, more the surface area.

[@danielmastin3606]

Glad you are okay. God was looking out for you that day.

[@Hunting4Hookers]

Good grief ! Talk about an adventure of the unwelcome kind! Glad everything is good with you Jeremy! Don’t really know you but I’ve become quite fond of you through your videos!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Things turn south quick that night. Thanks for watching!

[@skiprewis5709]

Iam Glad to hear your all good ,the items you lost can be replaced,god bless

[@Amiyelvovna]

Great video. When I saw you take off in the scouting river bottoms video I was thinking about how cool that ride looked. But I was also thinking that is a ride that can get exciting in a bad way fast. My story was not as bad as yours but how stories turn out depends on very small things and God’s watchful care. I camped in a national forest here in Alabama and the first afternoon crossed a creek/river by navigating a shallow shoal in my rubber boots. I didn’t get a deer that afternoon but liked what I saw and intended to go back the next morning so I left my stand in tree. That night it rained non stop til 5am. I knew the water had risen so I took a plastic bag for my boots and pants, walked the shoal in the dark and hunted that morning to no avail. Upon my return to cross creek again, it was much higher. I went for it and ended up losing footing and getting swept downstream. I was almost to other side so I remembered what my dad had taught me; don’t fight the current but aim for bank. I grasp at a root just barely and pulled myself up to safety with all my gear. I was fortunate. Our drive can get us in trouble. Thank you for sharing story.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for sharing your story.

[@dces175]

Thanks for sharing this. I hunt alone all the time myself. I bought a Zoleo satellite communicator for just that situation.

[@elimurphree4239]

Scary stuff. Glad you're alright

[@chr103yod]

Maybe try one of those magnet fishing setups to see if you could find your gun. Glad you're ok. Love your videos.

[@ericlanier6578]

So glad you are ok .

[@ericmillersprospectingchan3424]

I've learned sooo much from this fella! Definitely a true legend in the making!!! Much respect for what you do...

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks

[@jwv81]

Im glad you made it out safe. I hate you lost everything, but you hung tough and got to tell your story.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

I did.

[@andylee3031]

As bad as it was I’m thankful it turned out the way it did and that your still with us brother!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks!

[@dakotahorn9358]

So glad that you are alive and safe. Sorry about your loss and all of us are glad that you have a positive attitude about it and that you will continue to make these great videos. May GOD always keep you safe from harm and may you always go with Christ! amen ..... Tak care and give that beautiful woman of yours an extra hug from the old fart from Iowa being thankful that She allows you out of the house as soon as you get through your discliplinary measures... hahahahahaha .. GODSPEED !

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks I will.

[@robdixon2259]

Glad you still here to tell the story. I am sure the story will get better and better as years go by. What an adventure. I am about same age as you (56) and hunt all over by myself. Thankfully I have never been wet with out transportation. I always carry a bic lighter on my person. Going to start throwing in couple of fire starters or couple fluid ounces of lighter fuel. Those couple thing could save your life. Looking forward to your next adventure.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Yes they can.

[@father_son_galaxy]

Glad everything worked out and thanks for sharing the story it may save one of us someday

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

I hope so!

[@dennyroszell8744]

Glad you got help! Grew up on the river and you are correct in all of your advice. Have a plan! I made the mistake of not starting my motor before leaving the bank. Didn’t turn out like your trip but it was not good. I’m definitely going to start keeping a fire starting kit on person instead of in my pack. Glad you are ok. I know your friends and family are!🦌

[@paulbernitt3559]

I am glad you had cell service and are OK. Stuff can be replaced. Thank God for 1st responders! I once had an episode where I was trout fishing the Kickapoo river in the spring in western Wisconsin. The river was high and I thought I was standing in the river only to discover on my next step I was actually standing on the bank. Needless to say I went straight down into the water and my waders were quickly filling with water. I had a friend with me but he was about 100 yards ahead of me and unaware of what happened. By the grace of God I was able to grab a small branch and pull myself out of the water. It took all the strength I had to get out of that river. Whew! I go off grid 4x4 access only to the black river in the San Carlos Indian reservation fishing for small mouth bass a couple times per year. I have come across some people who were unaware in dire straights over the years. It is important to expect the best but be prepared for the worst.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

That is true.

[@brandondrane9710]

Sry to hear about your loss but so so glad to see you ok praise the Lord for his mighty hand apon your safety

[@gregjenkins9801]

I really enjoy your videos. Sure glad everything turned out good for you. I think you’re spot on about having a safety plan and letting someone know your location. Keep the videos coming. Can’t wait till turkey season. God bless.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Me too.

[@Clayshooterdad]

I'm thankful you weren't hurt or killed. God's plan was for you to make this video perhpas to save someone from drowning in the future. Keep producing all the great content. God bless!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Maybe it will help someone.

[@jonathanb9429]

Amen brother, glad you are ok! Run that bigger boat when the river is up big! And yes these ol bottoms are a booger at night getting out, I keep a wrist compass with me & check it every 5th step on the way out at night!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Good idea.

[@jonathanb9429]

@@doityourselfhunter9031 if I didn't have that rascal, I would walk in circles all night! Lol

[@tombradsher619]

Glad you made it. Great words of wisdom.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks!

[@pablodej2052]

Thank you for sharing.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

You are welcome!

[@reedstorey5231]

Luckily I've never had an event like this, but you should ask my brother about his boating experience this summer. Glad you're good.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Okay.

[@philipmedlin8902]

Thank God above for looking after you. All material things can be replaced, but a life is so precious. Thank you Jesus for your loving Grace.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks!

[@stevedenoyer5956]

Good story, try to be as prepared as you can, like you said your wife always knows where you’re at!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Always!

[@bradpauley1515]

Well sorry about your gun and stuff. As far as the gun i would be tore up about losing my gun, but i hunt with my dads rifle that has passed away so for me the river could have the boat and all the other stuff. Just hope it wasnt a gun with that kind of sentimental value. Glad ya got your boat back and got it fished out of the river. All I can say is "thank the lord for watching over you while you was stuck" and give thanks to the first responders for getting to you to help you out. Thanks for the story and the channel. God bless ya and ya family. God bless everyone else too.