APRIL 8

On April 8th after kayaking through some hard weather, I decided to take a break. I choose an entry into land. Due to no local knowledge and no chart to show water depths, I was taken by a 5 mt. wave and capsized. Unfortunately, due to heavy conditions and personal inability, I was unable to come up in the kayak. The Swedish Rescue were notified from a hiker on one of the mountains. After 70 mins in the water, I was tired and chilled. Petter and Anders suddenly drove in out of no where and whisked me on to the rescue boat. After a brief stay in the hospital, I was released. Stayed the night with Swedish Rescue. Anders and Petter were so generous. They did not chastise me or get angry, they just offered their support and care in a professional manner. Thanks guys!!! Sometimes it isn't necessary to state the obvious. People understand when mistakes are made. And, sometimes all one needs is support, not a lecture. (Though constructive criticism is good)

Anders (left) and Petter - two cool guys with great abilities and big hearts.