RedactedNarrative: The operator disregarded the navigational aides and hit rocks under water. After hitting the rocks he trimmed up his outboard and saw damage to his outdrive and hull and was taking on water. The operator used his trolling motor to get to a near by island and beach the vessel. A tow company was called in to tow the vessel to a near by marina. 
  
  The insurance company deemed the vessel a total loss.