#CROSSWIND #DOCKING (WINDWARD SIDE)

Approaching the #windward side of the dock, the boat's windage will push you against the dock.

1) Approach the dock at approximately a 45 degree angle.

2) When half a boat length away, turn the boat almost parallel to the dock but with the bow cocked toward the wind.

3) Put the engine into reverse to stop the boat as it drifts into the dock. Secure the aft...#CROSSWIND #DOCKING (WINDWARD SIDE)

Approaching the #windward side of the dock, the boat's windage will push you against the dock.

1) Approach the dock at approximately a 45 degree angle.

2) When half a boat length away, turn the boat almost parallel to the dock but with the bow cocked toward the wind.

3) Put the engine into reverse to stop the boat as it drifts into the dock. Secure the aft midship spring line and then the other lines.

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#CROSSWIND #DOCKING (LEEWARD SIDE)
Steps:
1) At low speed, turn the boat directly into the wind until you are about a half boat length from the dock.
2) Make a tight turn to bring the boat parallel to the dock.
3) Put the engine in reverse to stop.
4) Secure the aft midship spring line.
5) Shift to forward and turn the wheel so the rudder moves away from the dock. This will hold the boat against...#CROSSWIND #DOCKING (LEEWARD SIDE)
Steps:
1) At low speed, turn the boat directly into the wind until you are about a half boat length from the dock.
2) Make a tight turn to bring the boat parallel to the dock.
3) Put the engine in reverse to stop.
4) Secure the aft midship spring line.
5) Shift to forward and turn the wheel so the rudder moves away from the dock. This will hold the boat against the dock until all lines are secured.

Dos and Don'ts:
Do step onto the dock from the shrouds with dock lines in hand.
Don't be afraid to abandon a docking that is not working and try again.
Do use midship spring lines to bring the boat alongside the dock and hold it in position.

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