Operator was paddling a hard shell whitewater kayak just below President Harding Rapid near river mile 44 on the Colorado River. Fellow paddlers saw operator flip his kayak in class 1-11 water and attempt to right himself. After several apparent attempts and approx. 3 minutes, other paddlers flipped operator upright finding him unresponsive. CPR efforts were begun upon reaching shore and were unsuccessful. operator spray skirt release handle was found to be partially tucked under the skirt upon removing him from the boat.
Lees Ferry                    