Off my dock? I live on Badger's Island West. The " back channel". I have hooked up and been pulled like a mutha. A pfd is a must. At the very least, they can find the body. I have seen people pinned against a dock after shooting through the run between the shore and the rocks. Had to go down and help them out. It's a good river, but challenging. Being proficient in " self rescue " is a must. Leave the yak and swim to shore.