How do you learn boating?

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Originally Posted by Rockport24

wow great info here thanks guys and thanks to for the offers, very generous of you. I will be in touch!
So "Power squadron" is a real thing huh? I'll get on it.

Docking and handling in tight locations (like close to rocks) is what concerns me the most, I bounce off rocks all the time in the yak, I'm guessing not a good idea in a boat!

Docking and handling will just come with practice. My advise is SLOW SLOW SLOW, and put out a bunch of fenders. Have your hook ready. Better to pull yourself in then slam the dock.