RedactedNarrative: On Sunday April 26 at approximately 1605, a vessel collision occurred that resulted in damages.
  
  Vessel 1, an aluminum 21' Tracker was navigating the creek that connects the Northwest River to Shingle Landing boat ramp.  There were two people on board returning to the ramp after fishing in the river.  The vessel was travelling on plane slowing during the numerous turns on the narrow creek.  While in a blind turn, Vessel 1 saw Vessel 2 approaching and attempted to pass on the port side by turning starboard.
  
  Vessel 2, a 25' v-hull Parker had just departed the ramp and was travelling at approximately 15 mph with 4 people on board.  Operator 2 saw Vessel 1 when coming into a blind curve and believed Vessel 1 was sliding and therefore unable to pass on the port side so turned to port to attempt to take the inside turn.
  
  Both vessels attempted secondary corrections while Vessel 2 went to neutral and Vessel 1 went in reverse to try to avoid collision.  Vessel 2 impacted Vessel 1 at a right angle with the bow striking the center of the starboard gunwale.  Vessel 1 had damage to the rail and the starboard gunwale was pushed in approximately 5”.  Vessel 2 had minor scratches in the paint near the eye bolt on the bow.  There were no injuries reported.
  
  The probable cause of the incident was excessive speed and failure to follow proper navigational rules when meeting in a head on situation.  Alcohol was not a factor in this incident.  Vessel 1 had PFDs available but were not worn. Vessel 2 had no PFDs onboard and was cited for operating without required PFDS onboard.
  
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