snapping turtle encounters --- dangerous or no?

[kandersonSLC]

Dave is right. I was very nervous going out on a small tube until about 10 min. into the experience and then you realize its very safe. I have to think the turtle threat is minimal if you have enclosed fins. I wear wading boots.

I think the only real risks in a tube are (1) if you slash it with a knife -- so don't carry one on your tube; and (2) the crazies in water skiing boats that love to see how close they can get to your tube. I avoid such lakes and the most pleasant are those that only allow electric trolling motors.

The first few times out, stay close to shore until you learn your limits and get comfortable in your tube.
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