On 11/03/2013, at about 7:20 a.m., operator and his passenger were in this vessel, duck hunting on the Yakima River.  While drifting down the river an oar broke.  Operator was unable to control the boat.  The boat got caught in the current and some logs submerging the boat.  Both occupants were able to get to an island in the river.  They were picked up by Yakima County Marine Patrol/Swift Water Rescue personnel.  Neither individual was injured.
 
Hunting gear, 2 shotguns, and other items were lost in the river, along with the vessel.
 
No injuries / fatalities
No apparent alcohol involvement
Vessel was a total loss with estimated value of $500
Personal items lost were valued at $1500
The operator was not wearing a PFD - The passenger was wearing a PFD 
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card
No Rules of the Road Violations
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