The Operator of Vessel 1 was fishing alone about 300 yards from shore when he observed the wind speed picking up and decided to return to the boat ramp.  As he turned Vessel 1, Vessel 1 capsized and ejected the Operator into the water.  The Operator was wearing a life jacket at this time and stayed with Vessel 1.  The Operator was in the water for 30-40 minutes before being rescued by the local fire department.  The Operator was transported to the hospital after showing some signs of hypothermia where he was treated and released.
 
Operator Inexperience is listed as the Primary Contributing Factor in this incident based on the fact that, although the Operator had significant boating experience in general, the Operator had very little experience with this particular vessel.
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