Teaches sailors all they need to know about how to handle a sailboat using an engine.
This is especially important when you are maneuvering in close quarters, in and around moorings, docks and marinas. This program provides thorough instruction in sailboat handling, docking, close quarter maneuvers, handling strong currents and steering a course.
Subjects covered include:
Approaching & Departing Docks/Moorings: Wind to Your Port.
Approaching & Departing Docks/Moorings: Wind to Your Starboard.
Approaching & Departing Docks/Moorings: Downwind.
Approaching & Departing Docks/Moorings: Upwind.
Engine Maintenance.
Steering A Course.
Handling Strong Currents.
Backing.
Trimming.
Rules of the Road.
Paddle Wheel Effect.
Clearing the Lines.
Maneuvering in Close Quarters
