Wave watching

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Wave activity can indicate a lot about the weather in the vicinity. Wave height of four feet indicates a wind speed of about 15 knots. Boat handling techniques as wave height increases are described.

Author: Stapleton, Sid
Environmental aspects, Ocean waves

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Tying off in a slip

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A pair of bow lines, a forward spring line, an after spring line and two stern lines are needed to tie a boat securely in a slip. Tips are presented on the best ways to cleat off lines.

Author: Stapleton, Sid

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Docking in wind and current

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Wind and current should be assessed before attempting to maneuver into a tight docking space. Tips for docking both twin-engine and single-engine boats are presented.

Author: Stapleton, Sid

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Subjects list: Methods, Seamanship, Boats and boating, Boating, Boats
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