RedactedNarrative: This accident occurred in the vicinity of the starting line for the Edgartown Yacht Clubs Around the Island Race.  Vessel #1 was drifting taking pictures and vessel #2 was motoring along the starting line  As the distance between the 2 vessels closed operator of vessel #2 turned his wheel over to the port to try and avoid a collision at which time his vessel's starboard stern and vessel #1's vessel made contact.  Property damage sustained to vessel #1 only.  No injuries.  Both operator's were issued written warnings for improper lookout.
  
  This officer was not assigned this accident until 9/4/15.