Amen to that.
The fluctuating river water levels can be a challenge. One day you can travel a certain route, and the next day you can't. I still get a little puckered up motoring up to the fossil beds on occasion.
I believe that new members here see the posts about the fishing results and even having been warned launch on the river with no knowledge of the waters.
I've finally wised up and wear a PFD at all times when I'm on the water.