Incident Overview
A certificated private pilot was operating a float-equipped airplane on a flight from a remote mountain area to pick up supplies for a hunting and guide business. En route, low ceilings and low visibility forced a deviation from the planned route. While overflying a public use cabin on a remote lake, the pilot observed a person on the ground waving. The pilot elected to land on the lake to wait for improving weather and to determine if the person at the cabin required assistance.
Takeoff and Collision
After waiting for better conditions, the pilot initiated a takeoff from the lake without the person from the cabin. The pilot estimated the lake length at approximately one-quarter mile. As the airplane was about to become airborne, the left wing contacted several trees situated along the lake's bank. Subsequently, the airplane collided with the shore.
Damage
The collision resulted in damage to the engine, propeller, left wing, right wing lift strut, and the float assemblies.