Hints and Tips around the docks

        According to Chapman Piloting Seamanship & Small Boat Handling, when 

        leaving a dock while another  vessel is passing in the channel,  you do not 

        have the right-of-way,  even if you are in the other vessel's "danger zone".

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        You have stand-on status in a crossing situation established only when 

        you are "fully in sight".   It's a good idea  to sound one prolonged  blast 

       whenever  you leave a dock.   In other words,  boats entering the Marina 

       have the  right-of-way over  boats leaving the Marina.   The reason is the 

       likelihood of a problem with a vessel is far greater for one returning than 

       one leaving.

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      Boating  courtesy  in marina,  remember  boats operating  in or near  the

      marina  must  be operated at  low speeds.   No wake while in or  near the 

      marina.      You are responsible for your wake!

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      Your boat should not  interfere with the main walkway when it is docked. 

      You may have to add a Spring Line from cleat on the middle of your boat 

      to help keep your boat in place. 

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