RedactedNarrative: Operator was operating at a high rate of speed while under the influence.  He came around the bend of the river, lost control and hit a tree.  Operator was thrown out of the vessel with no Personal Floatation Device and was not wearing a safety engine kill switch.  Operator sub stained a laceration to the right arm and was taken to the Highland Hospital.  Two witnesses on the bank fishing come to the rescue.  Witnesses advised they had watched the operator driving recklessly weaving in and out of trees a short time before the incident.  Vessel had extensive aluminum damage to the front starboard bow estimated at $500.  Officers advised operator had been drinking and was charged with reckless operation due to intoxication.  Also operator was charged with no boater education certificate.