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Wasilla_blogzilla wrote on Jul 25, 2009 5:31 PM:

" Two inaccuracies blamed on the weather - current (not swift but moderate) and tides (never reach that far up, 75' above sea level). Now the wind whistling through there is another story that would make handling a canoe a difficult job, especially for the inexperienced. Anytime the wind is blowing down there canoes should stay on the beach, otherwise that stretch of river is a cakewalk. Thank goodness no one got hurt. "




get ALL the facts straight wrote on Jul 25, 2009 11:45 AM:

" Glad to see all are safe. Too bad the Frontiersman reporter can't get all of his information correct.
John Akers is the Butte Ambulance Chief, not the Fire Chief. He is a Captain on the fire dept. "




kniklvr wrote on Jul 25, 2009 12:46 AM:

" Butte Volunteer Fire Department rocks! They have proven themselves over and over again when confronted with the most unique challenges. Thank you all! "




I agree wrote on Jul 24, 2009 6:41 PM:

" I understand! where people come from when they complain about having to pay for these rescues. See, every time the EMS (Borough) has to make a run for people who get in over their heads, it costs the taxpayers money. Taxpayers pay enough. Be responsible. I expect better planning- after all, the water was record high for the summer, strong Knik winds, and inexperience. Yeah, I agree- make them reinburse the costs. And Debra, pay attention, lady- the facts have been out fir 24 hours. Geesh. "




Meadow_Lakes_Madman wrote on Jul 24, 2009 12:16 PM:

" "Hello you have reached 911, prior to stating the nature of your emergency please enter your credit card info"

Seriously, you're worried about your tax dollars?

At least those young men were out doing something other than running the streets. They were prepared and when things did not work out as planned they took the appropriate action and called for help, before things turned bad.

And let's not forget to say thanks to the Vol. Fire Dept. you guys once again proved your worth. "




Debra McGhan wrote on Jul 24, 2009 10:34 AM:

" I find the comments made to this story presumptious considering there are no facts about what actually happened that put these scouts in this predicament. Sometimes the best plans go bad. At least they had communication, were dressed for the elements and were able to swallow their pride and say, we're in trouble' and ask for help. And the great news is everyone survived! "




next time wrote on Jul 24, 2009 9:56 AM:

" follow you own scout rules.

plan and prepare.

you got lucky.

i assume you have liability coverages, right?

another tax burden to the borough. charge them. "




John S. wrote on Jul 23, 2009 10:23 PM:

" real smart scout leaders you got there. the group from Alaska should have known better but guess not. The Knik is not one to be messed with. Glad to know my tax dollars paid for their safety lesson. better than a body recovery. Good story to tell their Texas friends back home. i am still laughing about it myself. "