This story was in the Chico ER this morning....did anyone see troutdale or kempkes in the area of kimshew creek that morning carrying a 30-06.
STIRLING CITY -- An expensive kayak found on the banks of Little Kimshew Creek 11 days ago, apparently with no one around, has become the center of a growing mystery.
The Butte County Sheriff's Office said the boat was found about two miles east of Stirling City in an area so remote it could only be recovered by deploying personnel from a helicopter and flying it out.
On Aug. 9, the day it was found, deputies and search and rescue teams scoured the area for anyone associated with the kayak, but were unsuccessful.
The kayak reportedly has some fresh damage — a fish hook shaped cut in the outer hull about 20 inches long.
The boat is a Mystic Creeker, made by Bliss Stick Designs. It's approximately six feet in length and has been custom fitted to its owner.
The Sheriff's Office is seeking any information that may be known about the kayak and the circumstances surrounding its location. Officials said the main concern is knowing if the owner is safe so a search effort
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