Robert Overacker, a 39-year-old man from Camarillo, California, went over the
Canadian Horseshoe Falls at approximately 12:35 p.m. on a single jet ski.
Entering the Niagara River near the Canadian Niagara Power Plant, he started
skiing toward the Falls. At the brink, he attempted to discharge a rocket propelled
parachute that was on his back. It failed to discharge. His brother and a friend
witnessed the stunt.
His body was recovered by Maid of the Mist staff.
Overacker, married with no children, became the fifteenth person since 1901 to
intentionally go over the Falls in or on a device.
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Info Niagara would like to thank
Royal Specialty Sales for their gracious assistance
in this production of our daredevil gallery. During your stay in Niagara Falls
be sure to pick up a copy of their most recent publication
The Magic of Niagara by noted Niagara watcher
George Bailey. |
Make The Magic of Niagara a great memento
of your visit to Niagara Falls. 65 fully illustrated pages detailing Niagara's
glorious past. Available at gift shops throughout the Niagara Region.
Don't miss the Daredevil Gallery featuring
Niagara's greatest collection of historical artifacts used by those who have challenged
the mighty Falls. The Daredevil Gallery
is located inside the IMAX Theatre. No admission necessary!
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