Originally Posted by
daveiam
Tom,
I completed a day of fishing and a drift boat rowing lesson on the Trinity about two months ago--in the Lewiston area My teacher was an experienced guide and has many years under his belt.
I was surprised how much there was involved, but I did start catching on after several hours. For me it was an exercise in muscle memory. Reading the river was easier for me. I plan on returning in the Fall for more fishing and another lesson. Prior to even getting into the rowing seat, I watched a handful of videos on YouTube on the basics of rowing. They were helpful, but nothing like the real deal.
It's the shallow water that can get you into trouble, pitching the boat sideways when hitting an obstruction. So, my two cents is to first get someone to give you a few lessons. I would definitely wait allowing you son in the boat until you have gained enough skill. If something goes wrong, you will not be able to help him. That advice comes from several years running river rescue on the American (fire department).
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