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March 14, 2023

Boat line coiled up on deck next to boat

Line handling

DockingBy Amy TownsendMarch 14, 2023

Master boat line handling like a pro. Learn these three simple techniques: tying up, heaving, and coiling.

Man hitching his boat to his trailer in his garage

Make your boat trailer-ready

TraileringBy Amy TownsendMarch 14, 2023

Whether you’re planning to take your boat to the lake or a distant destination, consider these tips to make your boat trailer-ready.

Boats traversing an inlet out to the Atlantic Ocean

Safely navigating an inlet

Boat HandlingBy Amy TownsendMarch 14, 2023

Navigating an inlet can be tricky and dangerous. Know how to run an inlet before you encounter one.

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