As the Prop Turns | Close Quarters Maneuvering

In this episode of As the Prop Turns, Ranger Tugs Customer Service Manager Kenny Marrs shares his tips and tricks to boat handling in close quarters. Some of the topics include, helm basics, docking and maneuvering within the marina. A PDF version of the presentation slides, and a log of the Q&A chat can be found here: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/ha060ts12g... 0:00 - Introduction 4:02 - Top 5 tips 5:38 - Helm controls 6:52 - Handling basics 8:07 - Steering 13:52 - Throttle 15:56 - Thrusters 18:53 - Helm positioning 20:45 - Communication 22:41 - Q&A #1 29:33 - Docking preparation 32:23 - Planning for docking 33:53 - Approach into a slip 35:22 - Linear Dock 36:58 - When to use thrusters 38:04 - Fenders 40:28 - Lines 44:18 - When to get off the boat? 46:00 - Recap 46:55 - Q&A #2 56:50 - Before leaving the dock 58:40 - Untying lines 1:00:57 - Things to check before getting underway 1:03:05 - Speed within the marina 1:05:15 - Fairway positioning 1:10:16 - Waiting at a fuel dock 1:11:45 - Q&A #3