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I came from a long line of fisherman, trappers and duck hunters. We always wear hip boots. My grandfather always said if it's too deep for hip boots, you should be in a boat. We also always carry a dry bag with a change of clothes in case we get wet. Watch the weather and tides and let your family know where you are. I do wear a inflatable life jacket now that I have a family. I mostly hunt alone but after over 40 years on the marshes, I don't worry.
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And in my possibles bag that I carry in the freighter canoe,
I carry a propane bottle, torch and a striker. Easy to use with
cold hands and starts a fire quickly.
Also will thaw out locks, lower units, etc.
Mike
Last edited by skeettx; 01/06/16 09:05 PM.
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As the least you can do item, each set of waders I have used had a draw string around the waist. Pull it tight and it gives you a float that can help keep you up for a while.
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Anybody who duck hunts needs to read the short story, "The Ledge". I cannot recall the author now, but it was in an early edition of Sporting Classics.
JR
Be strong, be of good courage.
God bless America, long live the Republic.
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As the least you can do item, each set of waders I have used had a draw string around the waist. Pull it tight and it gives you a float that can help keep you up for a while.
bill The neoprene waders, which dominate the market now, Bill, don't usually have that feature. Not sure if the new "banded" brand lightweights have one or not. SRH
May God bless America and those who defend her.
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I remember the story "The Ledge". I only read it once a long time ago. Tough to read and made me think. I always make sure the skiff is tied well.
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Stan, you might as well be wrapped in cellophane as wear light chest waders during cold-weather immersion while duck hunting. Neoprene is the only way to go, the heavier the better. Been there!
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