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You should approach under power.
Approach at a narrow angle about 20 degrees
Use a drift sock. Any sporting goods store sell them in a few different sizes
Use a drift sock. Any sporting goods store sell them in a few different sizes
Approach slowly, parallel to the dock. Secure the bow and stern lines.
The bow
bow line
Go parallel with the dock, stop the engine, and let the current drift you to the dock.
Go parallel with the dock, stop the engine, and let the current drift you to the dock.
stern line
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.