The Menominee community is mourning the loss of a kayaker whose body was recovered from the Bay of Green Bay. The individual was reported missing Friday evening after failing to return from a kayaking trip launched near Veterans Memorial Park.

Search and Recovery Efforts

Authorities, including the Menominee Police Department, initiated an extensive search operation involving officers on foot, drones, and boats. The search efforts culminated late Friday night when the kayaker’s vessel was found washed ashore approximately a mile north of the park.

Shortly after midnight, members of the Menominee Fire Department, conducting a boat search, located the kayaker’s body underwater, several hundred yards offshore. The recovery marks the end of a coordinated effort to find the missing individual.

Ongoing Investigation

While the incident remains under investigation, authorities have stated that they do not suspect any foul play. The identity of the deceased has not been released, pending notification of the family.

This tragic event serves as a reminder of the potential dangers associated with water activities, emphasizing the importance of safety precautions and awareness when engaging in such endeavors.

Original reporting: Appleton, WI News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.