On 06/02/2012, at approximately 1930 hours, Vessel #1 was operating just outside the no wake zone at Boulder Beach, Lake Mead National Recreation Area (LMNRA).  Windy conditions caused a wave which capsized Vessel #1, knocking both passengers off into the water.  They were both wearing type-III personal flotation devices.  Vessel #1 was floating, keel up, not far from the occupants.  After several attempts, they were unable to turn vessel #1 upright. It then began to take on water and sink.  They attempted to swim back to shore, which was approximately 100 yards away.  However, the wind prevented them from getting back to shore and they tried to hold onto the swamped Vessel #1.  At approximately 2020 hours, family members on shore flagged down a passing National Park Service vehicle, for assistance.  Ranger arrived on scene and observed from shore.  When he saw the occupants were unable to return to shore, he requested a marine response vessel to assist.  Volunteer responded via water from Las Vegas Boat Harbor and at approximately 2035 hours, rescued both occupants by bringing them on board his vessel.  Game Warden responded by vessel and attached a tow line to Vessel #1, which was now 80% swamped/submerged, with only the stern visible above the waterline.  They operated back to shore where they dropped off Vessel #1 and the two occupants.  While towing the vessel, the stern eye and the stern boarding step were broken off of Vessel #1.The owner stated they would not be attempting to repair the vessel and believed it was a total loss.  Current NADA Guide value for Vessel #1 was approximately $740 USD.
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