The operator of the vessel was traveling west on the Long Island Sound at approximately 25 knots when the bottom of his vessel hit something underwater. The operator had traveled over Smith Reef which is a rock formation that is submerged during high tide, and exposed during low tide. It was mid tide on the ebb and operator stated rocks were not showing.  No injuries.
 
Operator did not have a boating certificate stating that he did not have time.  He was issued an infraction for no certificate.
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