On approaching waves you should reduce your speed and approach the wave at a 45 degree angle allowing the boat to ease up and over the wave rather than smashing head on. Never travell parallel to the wave as you risk capsizing the craft.
Head into the waves at a slight angle and reduce speed
If the wind is at your back, you should approach the dock at a shallow angle (10°-20°), then stop the boat and allow the wind to drift the boat into the dock.
Head into the waves at a slight angle and reduce speed
Head into the waves at a slight angle and reduce speed
Head into the waves at a slight angle and reduce speed
Head into the waves at a slight angle and reduce speed
Head into the waves at a slight angle and reduce speed
head into waves at a slight angle and reduce speed
head into the waves at a slight angle and reduce speed
Approach at a steep angle (30-45°) and swing the boat quickly.
Approach at a steep angle (30-45°) and swing the boat quickly.
head into the waves at a slight angle, and reduce your speed