Operating

Understanding the responsibilities that come with taking the helm.

Weather, tides, fuel, crew, destination and contingency planning.

Making the boat ramp less stressful and more enjoyable.

Speed, trim, turning, stopping, docking and low-speed manoeuvring.

Wind, tide, currents, swell and how conditions affect your decisions.

Choosing anchorages, setting the anchor properly and staying secure.

Charts, GPS, navigation apps, markers and situational awareness.

Engine failure, changing weather, groundings, medical issues and decision-making under pressure.

Courtesy, etiquette, communication, lookout, environmental responsibility and helping others.

Developing judgement, building experience and becoming a better skipper over time.