Vessel A  was towing Victim 1 on an inflatable tube. Operator A turned too sharply to starboard and headed back towards Victim 1 on the tube. Operator A pulled back on the throttle and Victim 1 jumped into the water to avoid being hit by Vessel A. Victim 1 was struck in the left leg by the propeller as Vessel A passed by. There is no machinery or equipment failure noted. There is no alcohol involvement noted. None of the persons involved, including Operator A and Victim 1, were wearing PFD's.
Islesboro                     