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Unread 12-13-2025, 11:30 AM   #54
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Originally Posted by David Noble View Post
I would have stripped down to my skivvies and jumped into the creek immediately to try and find that forearm. It's been over a week now and the wood is likely not too good, but I think it would still be worth a try to dive in with a diving mask and some fins to look for it.
I'm not sure of the water temperature so that's a factor. If the creek is tidal fed then the current might flow both directions, so the forearm could still be in the general area. A splinter forearm would sink rather quickly and likely entangle in growth at the bottom.
You could even jury rig a breathing tube tied to a float that would allow you to spend more time under water searching. That is your best bet other than waiting to find a replacement.
I would opt for a strong magnet on a length of parachute cord. Drag and probe the bottom. I think you would have a better than 50% chance of finding it.
Don’t worry about the wood… it can be easily dried and even refinished if necessary.





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