Operator of vessel #1 was sailing his boat on the West River. He ventured too close to shore and ran aground. His rudder got stuck in the mud. He was in 4.5 ft of water and his boat draws 5.7 ft. Tow Boat U.S got him unstuck and he was able to operate his boat back to the marina. Upon arriving at the marina the owner/operator found that the rudder had significant damage either from running aground or being tow out of the mud. The operator admitted that he was not paying attention when he ran aground. Operator and passenger had on P.F.D's and alcohol was not involved in this accident.N o injuries occured.
Galesville