Dick Conant
American boater who vanished at sea under mysterious circumstances
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Dick Conant (born 1951) was an American boater who disappeared near the Outer Banks in December 2014 while on an eight month trip from Plattsburgh, New York to south Florida.[1]
Dick Conant | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1951 U.S. |
| Disappeared | December 2014 U.S. |
| Occupation | Boater |
| Known for | Mysterious disappearance |
The 2022 book, Riverman by Ben McGrath was written about Conant and his final journey.[2][3] It is believed that some of Conant's trips also inspired fellow canoeist Neal Moore.[4]
Conant was a Navy veteran (1983–1989) and one of nine children. As a child he spent time in Germany and Pearl River, New York.[1] His boating journey began in Idaho in 1999 when he canoed the Yellowstone River and he became known for his long journeys.[5][6][7]
