On 7-24-11 Vessel 1 ran aground and collided with trees on the bank of Blackwater River.  The operator stated that this was caused by him hitting the wake of an oncoming vessel as he removed one hand from the steering wheel.  The occupant of the vessel 1,  jumped out of the vessel before it ran aground.  The operator was thrown to the bow of the vessel when it made impact with trees on the river bank.  The operator received severe damage to his nose and broke his left arm and right knee.  The operator was provided assistance by citizens in the area until Fire and Rescue arrived.  He was then flown to Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola by Life Flight where he was treated and released.
MILTON                        