Sometimes it takes something jarring to get you to realize that you're not as safe as you thought.

While fly fishing isn't a risky or dangerous activity, the fact of the matter is that it has elements of risk and danger. Why? It is outside, it is near the water, and you can't control everything all the time.

Today I share a few sobering anecdotes, along with ways to stay safe on the water. You're never going to eliminate risk and danger. These are four things you need to know that will hopefully limit what could turn a good day into a tragic one.

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