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At a dock.
On the dock and away from the boat
On the dock and away from the boat
On the dock and away from the boat
When you jump from a floating boat to a dock, the boat is also moving slightly on the water. Your momentum is aligned with the boat's motion rather than the stationary dock, causing you to fall short of the destination on the dock.
to the dock
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.
Tie your boat to a cleat or a bull rail.
Have your fenders and dock lines ready before you approach the dock
If the current is holding your boat against the dock, you should cast off the line that is securing the bow (front) of the boat to the dock. This will allow the stern (back) of the boat to swing away from the dock as the current pushes the bow outward. Once the bow is free, you can maneuver the boat away from the dock more easily. Always ensure to keep an eye on your surroundings and be ready to adjust as needed.
Every action has an equal and opposite reaction.