Mooring with the current from astern

Article Abstract:

Docking a boat to a pier with a current from behind is quite difficult. One must check the direction of the current and estimate the speed which requires some practice. One should head towards a point on the pier which is upstream of the docking spot.

Methods, Mooring of ships, Anchorage (Navigation)

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Navigation lights, critical signals

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the importance of displaying the correct navigation lights on yachts at night. The correct alignment, intensity, location and maintenance of lights is discussed.

Laws, regulations and rules, Equipment and supplies, Signals and signaling, Signaling, Yachts and yachting, Yachting, Yachts, Aids to navigation, Navigation aids

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Driving Miss Juggernaut: your boat ... from a ship's perspective

Article Abstract:

A discussion of how a ship's watch officer views small boats is presented. Many small boaters are over-confident and do not have radar reflectors or proper lights.

Public opinion, Seamanship

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