RedactedNarrative: Unit 1 was kayaking in rough waters (2-3' chop). Operator was inexperienced and began taking on water.  Unit 1 swamped, capsized, operator fell overboard and the kayak washed ashore.   Kayak struck several rocks causing damage and rendering is unusable. Kayak was brand new, unregistered and eventually recovered. Operator swam to shore and was assisted by Rocky River Police Marine Patrol and Rocky River Fire Dept. HIN on report reads xxxxx, which is an incorrect format.