RedactedNarrative: Operator/Owner was in his kayak in the bay, cleaning up garbage. His kayak started to fill with water. He was too far from shore to get back before the kayak was filled with water, putting him in the lake. He held on to the kayak while swimming back toward shore. After approximately 8-10 minutes, he was able to touch the bottom of the lake and walked back into shore where he was met by first responders. He was transported to the health center to get checked out. He was not wearing a life jacket, and there were none on board. Alcohol was not a factor. There was no damage to the kayak. The kayak is not required to be registered.