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Doug Tompkins Dies In Kayaking Accident

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Co-Founder of the North Face brand. A true adventurer his entire life. Note to always be careful when you are out on the water.

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    • Super User

    So sad to hear ... Even with a group things can get dangerous for the individual.  Especially with those water temps.  Be safe out there ...

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    • Super User

    Sounds like he lived a full life.  RIP.  Agree with your PSA, as well.  That's a big body of awfully cold water.  Be careful out there.

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    I think it is great that at age 72 he was still pushing the boundaries. I am sorry to hear of his death and for his family and friends, but I would bet that if he had to choose how to go, he would be OK going doing something he loved.

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    • Super User

    It sounds like he went doing what he loved to do.

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