If your buddy losses his/her footing and goes for a dip, don't try to follow them to help. You'll only end up in the same predictament. Head for shore, you can get down stream much safer and quicker on dry land. Thats where the branches and possibly rope will be to throw out to them to stop their drift. Make sure they stay aware of their bearings if possible, and always keep their feet downstream from their head. Much better to break a leg than your neck. My Simms came with a sinch belt, if I'm gonna be in deep water, I keep in on to prevent my waders from filling up with water.

Anyone care to add more, feel free.......

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