Bow into dock at approximately 45 degrees. Then steer right and revers stern to dock. That will slow/stop forward momentum while pulling the stern toward dock.
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The bow
bow line
Approach slowly, parallel to the dock. Secure the bow and stern lines.
have your fenders and dock lines ready before you approach the dock
The best way to dock with no wind or current is to dock slowly.
The best way to dock when there is strong wind or current is into the wind or current.
The best way to dock when there is strong wind or current is into the wind or current.
The best way to dock when there is strong wind or current is into the wind or current.
The best way to dock when there is strong wind or current is into the wind or current.
into the wind or dock