These guys are well aware of water depth and their chance of getting through the channel to open water. Many times people going fishing have to hop in the water for less weight and to help push. It's a normal thing with these boats and low water.
Oh yeah, been there done that. I like to fish the saltwater bays and when the tide rolls out the water can get pretty skinny. Gotta watch out for the sandbars and oyster reefs.
Great storytelling shot!! I thought boating was supposed to be relaxing...who knew it involved so much work just to get the boat in the water and get going!!
