Vessel 1 was headed up Bernard Bayou and struck a pier with a boat lift attached to it and a boat in the lift.  Operator of vessel 1 was not familiar with the area and was not very experienced.  Operator turned to wide and struck pier causing vessel 2 to fall off the lift and submerge into the water.  Vessel 1 damage was at the bow proceeding back to the starboard mid ship.  Vessel 2 had damage to both motors and fiberglass as well as damage to pier and boat lift.  Operator of vessel 1 had no signs of being intoxicated.  No injuries was reported from any of occupants.
Gulfport