With the help of BOATING Magazine and http://www.bennettemarine.com/ you can learn how to handle your boat in open water and close quarters. The following clip covers boat handling for inboards/outboards and entering or departing your slip or dock under different wind and current conditions. Plus handling tips in bad weather, narrow channels, rough inlets, following seas, head-on seas and running in the trough. Discover how handling your boat in a crowded marina, busy narrow channel or rough inlet can be much easier and safer.
There are so many things to know about becoming a skilled boater. Spending time on the water is the best way to get familiar with your boat and gain the confidence you need. With spring coming up and wonderful days to be out on your boat. Take a look and take some notes if you are unsure of what is the right or proper technic of handling your boat.
No matter what boat you float in safety is a first. Please make sure you read the boat manual. Getting behind the wheel of someone elses boat is not as easy as one may think, every boat handles a little differently. Take your time and get to know the boat your in.
