Chase RCMP were called to help search for a missing kayaker who went for an unplanned swim.
At 5:22 p.m. on May 31, police received a report that three young adults had gone kayaking on Adams River in Lee Creek when one of them overturned.
"The individual became separated from his boat and companions and was swept downstream," Sarah Van Wilgenburg said in a media release. "Police immediately responded and requested assistance from Search and Rescue."
While waiting for that crew to arrive, officers hiked downstream where they located the missing kayaker on the opposite side of the river. Due to the difficult terrain – including a creek crossing – he was unable to hike out on his own. His location was relayed to his friends, who then went in from Squilax-Anglemont Road with the "necessary equipment to assist with his extraction."
"All three kayakers were highly trained and experienced, and had come well-prepared with the appropriate safety gear and an emergency plan," Van Wilgenburg said. "Their preparedness contributed significantly to the positive outcome."
The man was assessed by BC Emergency Health Services and cleared at the scene, with no injuries reported.
