Conservation officers along with Bartholomew County sheriff’s deputies, and Indiana State Police helped find a kayaker lost in the Driftwood River Saturday.

Officers report that two kayakers got separated and one was lost. He was finally found after he had to hike several miles to reach a phone. According to police reports, his kayak overturned and the man had to swim to shore.

Conservation officers want to remind you to be careful if you are taking part in water recreation, especially if the water is higher than normal. And you should always wear a life jacket.