Maneuvering should include starting the engine, untying the lines, getting underway, keeping the vessel under control at all times, and safely returning to dock.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What is the order of operations for getting a boat safely underway?
- What is the importance of tidal movement when operating a watercraft in close quarters?
- How does wind speed affect maneuvers in close quarters?
- How does an engine in reverse affect watercraft steering?