REST IN PEACE KEVIN BFSC

[ratherboutdoors]

2 hours ago, mike rousseau said:

In all seriousness I hope they pulled the footage of his many go pro cameras he was likely running at the time to see what he was wearing including PFD 

From the tv interview with his sister she mentioned that they are asking for the return of his cameras to help figure out what happened.  Too bad if someone stole them.

[chris.brock]

I'm wondering what the hell happened here.

When I 1st heard the story I heard an Asian name and thought it's common they can't swim well and get into trouble. Here on OFC I read he is one of OFC's own, read a little more, calm waters and a good swimmer.

Regardless, very sad, my positive energy to the family, and like Akri said, lets learn from this and be extra careful. 

 

[misfish]

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/kevin-wong-search-continues-anglers-fishing-1.4816444

[Old Ironmaker]

10 hours ago, chris.brock said:

I'm wondering what the hell happened here.

When I 1st heard the story I heard an Asian name and thought it's common they can't swim well and get into trouble

 

 

You serious,  it's common Asians can't swim well? Come on man.

[Cosmos]

Doesnt matter how good you can swim, some times this doesnt help depends on circumstances. I knew few guys from my swim team how ended up in grave because they belived they can conquer anything in water. Kevin was amazing person. Its a huge loss for fishing community. I hope family will find a piece.

[Sterling]

37 minutes ago, Old Ironmaker said:

You serious,  it's common Asians can't swim well? Come on man.

It's a generalization, but it's true that African Americans and Asian folk aren't as strong swimmers as Caucasians. African American children are 3.1 times more likely to drown. There are some interesting studies on the subject. Probably has to do with cultural upbringing etc and doesn't apply to Kevin.

I'll leave it at that because I don't want to derail this thread. Again, I do NOT believe this is a relevant fact regarding this tragedy.

[Old Ironmaker]

I hear you Sterling. Our prayers go out to Kevin's family and friends. 31 is just too damned soon. I didn't know him personally but I know many here were tight with him, my condolences to you guys as well. I love his work.

[misfish]

https://www.cp24.com/news/police-working-to-id-body-found-in-water-in-pickering-1.4088765

[misfish]

A huge chill/shiver came over me when I read this.

[Spiel]

So very sad and so very wrong. 

 

[Sterling]

Absolute tragedy. I hope videos of the event are found, even if kept private, because his family will need the closure.

[misfish]

15 hours ago, ratherboutdoors said:

From the tv interview with his sister she mentioned that they are asking for the return of his cameras to help figure out what happened.  Too bad if someone stole them.

 

1 minute ago, Sterling said:

Absolute tragedy. I hope videos of the event are found, even if kept private, because his family will need the closure.

 

I cant believe someone stole the cameras. Im sure the police have them for their investigation and will return them.

[OhioFisherman]

22 minutes ago, misfish said:

A huge chill/shiver came over me when I read this.

Yes, I was hoping for a better outcome, but as time went on, the chances seemed remote. Condolences to the family and friends, such a tragedy.

[Rattletrap2]

I can't believe I never saw any of Kevin's posts on here before. I know I was on here very scarce for a while, but he certainly had lots of posts. Very sad. I have been checking out his YouTube channel and he had some great videos. Very sorry for his families loss.

[bobowski]

This is so devastating. Followed him on YouTube. He was truely an authentic soul. A life taken way too soon. ?

[lew]

Lousy news for sure but if it is Kevin it'll be much better for the family with closure.

[BillM]

I think we all knew what the final outcome was going to be.  I'm glad the family has some closure now.  Big loss to the fishing community as a whole and definitely to OFC.   It sucks, no other way to put it.

[craigdritchie]

Never met the man, but I did enjoy his videos. If there's any consolation, at least he died doing what he loved. I hope his friends and family can find peace.

[ketchenany]

There is a report on 680 news a body has been found in Pickering shoreline.

Sad news.

[grimsbylander]

There's no reasoning for this. Just a young, out-going guy taken away from life and his family too damn quickly. RIP and prayers to the family. 

[farsider]

So sad.

 

https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2018/09/11/body-found-in-pickering-believed-to-be-that-of-missing-toronto-boater-kevin-wong.html

 

Condolences to all who cared for him

[Old Ironmaker]

Does anyone know what the weather, wind and water conditions were in that area of Lake O Thursday? We might all learn from this tragedy. No one is immortal and it can happen to anyone here as some are on the water as much as on land. I have to tip my hat to those that do the search and recovery for tragedies like this. As well as EMT, Police and Firefighters. I know Lew was a Firefighter. It must be tough to do that type of work.  I know I couldn't do it. Back when I was out of grade 13 you could walk into the Central Police Station or local Fire station and if fit  get a job with a good recommendation and pass an aptitude  exam. I couldn't do it.

[buick14]

Tragic.  My condolences.  This is terrible news.

[fish4me]

This is very sad and unfortunate.  I feel like most people, I never met the man but knew him through his YouTube channel.  He was passionate and knowledgeable angler who loved sharing his angling adventures.  He connected with so many people, especially because he was a local angler and was great at what he did.  RIP Kevin, we will miss you.  I wished I could meet you in the water one day but that will have to be at another place

[huzzsaba]

3 hours ago, Old Ironmaker said:

Does anyone know what the weather, wind and water conditions were in that area of Lake O Thursday? We might all learn from this tragedy. No one is immortal and it can happen to anyone here as some are on the water as much as on land. I have to tip my hat to those that do the search and recovery for tragedies like this. As well as EMT, Police and Firefighters. I know Lew was a Firefighter. It must be tough to do that type of work.  I know I couldn't do it. Back when I was out of grade 13 you could walk into the Central Police Station or local Fire station and if fit  get a job with a good recommendation and pass an aptitude  exam. I couldn't do it.

OI, was out on  my friends boat that evening. Water was choppy but not too bad.

My estimation  is the water was in the mid 60s. Winds were around 10-15 kms from what I recall. 

Below is a photo of the sunset that day. We remember seeing choppers flying around over the lake.

 

So sad to hear about Kevin.  I had been chatting with him recently over facebook about recent fishing closures around port hope.  He was a selfless person and was always willing to share information.  May he rest in peace. I pray for patience for his family and close ones.

Edited September 12, 2018 by huzzsaba