Accident Summary
A pilot conducting a low-altitude pass over a sand bar to evaluate its potential as a landing site experienced a sequence of collisions that ended with the airplane falling to the ground.
Sequence of Events
The pilot reported that he intended to examine the sand bar as a possible landing area. During the pass, he deliberately rolled the main wheels along the surface of the sand bar to test its suitability. As the wheels made contact, the airplane's left wing struck willows growing alongside the sand bar. The pilot then initiated a climb, but at a slow airspeed and approximately 35 feet above the ground, the airplane collided with trees. Following the tree strike, the airplane fell to the ground.
Aircraft and Pilot Information
No additional details about the aircraft type, registration, pilot experience, or operational context were provided in the source. The report contains no mention of injuries, fatalities, or damage extent.