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hi there been a  few months but just got my yak back. u may remember me from back in march had to sell my gear after my4 year old boys surgery. come to find out he has stage four cancer he has gone thew chemo twice and start his third session Thursday 23rd. but is doing better. all he wants is for me to take him fishing on the yak so i am asking for recommendations on where to take him  so he can have a good time I'm looking to take him July 2ND or 3rd. thanks Jake  p.s. if u would like to see up dates on my boy u can go to Joshua Durant.com

Lil Josh is gonna be elated with joy to know that dad is gonna take him out on the yak for some fishing!! Wherever he goes, I'm quite certain that he will enjoy the father-son time

I dunno what ideas ya had so far, but Stillwater South may be an option to take your boy. It's nicely protected inside, the view is spectacular,  and there are fish to be caught I'm actually looking into taking my gf's 5 and 3 yr old nephews there sometime this summer. If ya don't have proper gear for him (ie life vest, wetsuit) Monterey Bay Kayaks do rent gear for children, and you're able to take it to SWS for use.

Btw, from the looks of the his picture Josh is truly strong and I too believe that he has superpowers. My prayers of strength and courage go to him.

Jake, If you decide to go to Monterey, let me know. I can meet you there and I can bring my prowler 15 for you to use. I wish I had another kayak for Josh to use. I'm sure another NCKA member can step up and provide another kayak.

I can spot you guys a trident 15 and a kids 9' kayak, mooch can be your tourguide.   Also have a kids wetsuit, oneil size 10, that may fit him.

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I have a Cobra Marauder  (white) with a Humminbird installed I just don't use given I have my T-15 and P-15.
You can borrow it and it's for sale—cheap—if you like it.
The wife of a friend just finished chemo after a radical mastectomy (all the women in her family have died from breast cancer) so I understand a bit what you are going through.
But your kid looks like survivor to me. Future AOTY for sure.
Best wishes and good luck.

I have a toddler-size lifejacket you can borrow. If you're going to Monterey, I'll meet you there. Not sure if your son will be able to paddle his own yak...you may want to consider having him sit in front of you on your yak or in the tankwell w/an extra seat strapped-in. Or maybe borrow a tandem. I m/b able to join you on 7/3 (my son's 4th bday party in 7/2).

Thoughts and prayers to you and your family, if you ever head up north gimmee a holler, I have plenty of gear to get you guys on the water.
-beenfishin

Jake let me know what else you need to make sure Josh will have a good time, which I am pretty sure he will, theres nothing better than having to spend time together...My I will make sure to include him on my prayers for speedy recovery..He has superpowers and he can overcome it..

Good to hear Joshua is in good spirits.  His superpowers will carry him through this ordeal. 

want to thank every one for there support taking josh out to lake sonoma on july 2nd he is looking forward to going.

I wish you and your son the very best time together tomorrow!! I hope that you can share your report with us all as well, as we'd love to hear how it went and to let Josh know how we feel about his courage and his love for life

Have a wonderful weekend the two of you!