An expert canoeist, he had done this many times at this spot, but this time, the canoe capsized. Attempting to retrieve his gear, Oldfather was drawn under the dam by a powerful back current, and he drowned.
An experienced canoeist, he had done this many times at this location, but this time, the canoe capsized. Attempting to retrieve his belongings, Oldfather was pulled under the dam by a strong current, and he drowned.