Heavy Weather Mooring

Setting multiple anchors or stronger lines to secure a vessel in extreme weather; advanced technique taught in certain coastal or offshore boater education modules.

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Proper methods of securing a vessel in place using anchors and rodes, including scope calculation...

Rough Water Handling

Techniques for operating in high waves, heavy chop, or strong winds (e.g., reducing speed, headin...

Overnight Mooring

Anchoring or attaching to a buoy/dock for an extended stay, often overnight. Requires proper ligh...

Hurricane Prep for Boats

Procedures like removing electronics, doubling mooring lines, sealing hatches, and hauling out if...

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