[coyoteman]

The best advice ever--Pick your days--wear a l jacket.Even when prepared,things can quickly go wrong in a heart beat.With over 30 yrs winter hunting on the north Atlantic,and very prepared.A rookie broke a golden rule,and pointed the gun barrel down to clear a jam,it went off, and blew a hole in my 22 ft twillingate boat.About 8-10 miles off shore.life jacket no good--It was a close call,and we made it in by the closest of margins.When I hunted alone I would tie myself in.The ultimate nighmare to fall out of a boat with the motor running.Many a boat was found empty over the years--My heart goes out to the family.