operator1 and subject were breaking in the motor on their recently purchased boat.  They launched the boat at Lakeview Marina on Norris Lake.  operator was operating the boat and cruising up the Powell River.  operator stated he became distracted by occupant as she was looking for something in the floorboard.  operator looked away for approximately 10 seconds.  When he looked up the boat was hitting the shore.  The boat grounded on Chuck Swan Wildlife Management Area at Phillips Branch.  Both refused medical treatment.  operator stated he was cruising at around 30mph before the impact.
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