RedactedNarrative: Operator was checking V1 out prior to going bowfishing that night.  Operator stated he lost control of V1 and hit a cypress tree which caused him to be thrown out of his seat and onto the bowfishing platform in the bow of V1.  He hit the platform with his shin, splitting it open. Witnesses were able to assist getting him and V1 back to the ramp.  The operator/victim was transported by personal vehicle to St. Michael's Hospital in Texarkana, Tx.
   
  