On7/3/2013, at about 9:15 a.m., Operator1 (V1) was fishing with his son and son’s friend.  All three were trolling for salmon in about 110 feet of water on the north side of Ediz Hook.   

V2 was between Operator1 and Ediz Hook trolling east bound.  Operator2 hooked a fish and his vessel (V2) turned starboard into V1 striking the aft quarter of V1.   an occupant of V1, attempted to push V2 off before it struck V1.  His right hand was crushed between the boats.   

Operator1 stated he would be taking victim to Clinic Care to get his hand stitched up.  Operator1 followed-up with Law Enforcement stating he took victim to the ER.  His right hand had been crushed and they glued the wound closed.  No bones were broken and he has to wear a sling for a week. 

One injury / No fatalities. 
No apparent alcohol involvement. 
Damage estimate to V1 was $100.  V2 reported no damages. 
No PFDs were worn by anyone involved in this accident. 
Operator of V1 had his mandatory Boater Education Card.  V2 operator did not.
Rules of the Road Violation - No Proper Lookout.
Port Angeles