Subject 1 and 2 were paddling downstream near the middle of the new River above Baloney Rapids in a pool near the Cunard NPS Campground.  They had just turned around after paddling upstream to some shoals.  Subject 1 was in the rear of the canoe andSubject 2 was in the front.  Subject 1 stood up to get a cigar and the canoe capsized, putting both subjects into the water.

There were no PFD's on board nor were either indiviual wearing any.  Both stayed with the canoe holding onto it.  As they approached "Baloney Falls" they decided to try to swim to shore.

At sooint Subj 1s girlfriend  observed them coming downstream.  one subject made it to shore.  subject 1 was having difficulty and went under several times and was heard calling for a rope and help.  He went under again and was never seen resurfacing.  

Rescue/recovery operation are ongoing and National Park Service Ranger, is the incident commander and advised they were doing a full investigation.  DNR will assist with all phases of the incident with manpower, equipment and any other resources.  Notifications to subject 1's family have been made.
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