I thought the video was very good and pointed out some things I did not know.

For instance, the tripod technique with the pole facing upstream. Moving diagonally downstream.

In my opinion, if there is a need for a second person, they should be in a rescue position with a good rope or something before the person crossing enters the water.

Before attempting a crossing, I would throw a stick in the water to see how fast it's moving. If it's faster than a slow walking pace, I wouldn't attempt it except in very shallow water. (I'm extra cautious on these sorts of things.) There is probably some rule of thumb for the depth of water one can safely cross at different speeds.

In my opinion, a person should work up to 3 feet by fording shallow streams even when it's not necessary. The first time I went in a fast moving stream just a foot deep, I gained a more healthy respect for fast moving water.

Keep the videos coming. I really enjoyed this one.

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