RedactedNarrative: Synopsis:
  
  I gathered information regarding a Hit and Run Boat Incident that was reported (delayed), involving property damage to a houseboat. Investigation was conducted and a report was filed. 
  
  Initial Contact:
  
  At approximately 1800 on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 in Bullfrog, UT, I (Ranger, Boating Area Supervisor at Lake Powell) received an email the administrator for the Houseboat WINDSTAR II on the Bullfrog Buoy Field.  The email is listed below: 
  
  "… Last Tuesday, the manager for Aramark at Bullfrog Marina called to let us know that our houseboat had been damaged (hit and run) by another boat in the marina. The other boat did some significant damage, and we're left with the expenses to have it fixed. Is there any way that you can do an investigation to possibly determine which boat hit it? Since power boats aren't coming on and off the lake that often, it seems like there might be a way to find the culprit. I've attached photos of the damage, let me know if there is anything you can do, or if there is someone else I should report it to. Thanks!”
  
  I replied back and requested she officially report the incident to NPS Dispatch. I also requested some more details regarding the incident and said I would speak with her directly. I also contacted Bullfrog NPS Rangers and NPS Dispatch, and they all stated that they were unaware of the incident. 
  
  Narrative and Investigation:
  
  I looked at the pictures provided by Owner, and observed damage to the stern of the vessel, and starboard side. The waterslide and supports were damaged and bent (blue paint transfer was visible on the white waterslide). There was additional damage to railings, and also a cleat was broken off. 
  
  I spoke by phone with Owner on 02/02/2022. She provided me more details on the incident and answered my questions. I explained that I would look into/investigate the incident. Owner stated that they are waiting on an estimate from the boat shop (Aramark), but said it would likely be between $2,000 - $3,000 of repairs to the WINDSTAR II. The repair work will be completed on the water by Aramark. She stated that the WINDSTAR II ownership group had decided not to make an insurance claim, since their deductible is $6,200. 
  
  I spoke with Bullfrog Exec. Services Captain on 02/02/2022. Captain 1 stated the damage was observed the morning of 01/25/2022, during a buoy field inspection/check. Captain 1 stated that the damage was already there and observed, prior to the boat being moved. The WINDSTAR II was moved to a different buoy (Buoy 554) about 10:45 am on 01/25/2022. The WINDSTAR II was moved due to the damage that happened, and for more space for the vessel due to the low water levels (75 ft. houseboat). Captain 1 also showed me the pictures he took and explained them (the same pictures provided to the owners, and sent to me by Owner). He observed the damage, took the pictures, and reported it.
  
  I confirmed there were no surveillance cameras on the WINDSTAR II at the time of the accident. Captain 1 confirmed the Aramark Marina and Boat Rental cameras wouldn't have caught the incident (too far, wrong angle, and rock obstructions). Captain 1 stated he believed the WINDSTAR II was struck by another vessel while travelling through the buoy field. Likely it would have been a cabin cruiser/houseboat, a larger/taller vessel due to the paint transfer and damage on the waterslide (located on the top deck of the houseboat). 
  
  
  