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You are preparing a real trip and considerations when anchoring changes the decision. Use this module to explain the cue, the risk, and the next safe action before you move on.
4 lesson sections · 12 quiz questions · 13 flashcards
Day Skipper training module 3 of 17
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Anchorwork
Anchoring considerations and characteristics of different anchor types.
Considerations when anchoringCharacteristics of different anchor types
3 outcomes for this module
- Explain anchoring considerations and characteristics of different anchor types.
- Apply Considerations when anchoring to a realistic onboard situation.
- Recall the core check: shelter from wind and sea.
Preview the onboard scenario
You are preparing a real trip and considerations when anchoring changes the decision. Use this module to explain the cue, the risk, and the next safe action before you move on.
4 lesson sections · 12 quiz questions · 13 flashcards
Lesson summaries
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Choosing an Anchorage
A good anchorage offers shelter from the wind and sea, adequate depth (allowing for tidal range), good holding ground (sand or mud), enough room to swing, and a clear approach free from h...
- Shelter from wind and sea
- Adequate depth for tidal range + vessel draught
Anchor Types
Different anchor designs work better in different seabed types. The CQR (plough) anchor performs well in sand and mud and sets reliably. The Bruce (claw) anchor is good all-round and self...
- CQR (plough) — reliable in sand and mud, widely used
- Bruce (claw) — good all-round, self-rights easily
Anchoring Technique
Approach the chosen spot heading into the wind (or tide, whichever is stronger). Stop the boat and lower the anchor — don't throw it. Pay out the cable (chain or warp) as the boat drifts...
- Approach into wind or tide
- Lower the anchor — don't throw it
Weighing Anchor
To weigh (recover) the anchor, motor slowly forward while retrieving the cable. This takes the load off the cable and makes retrieval easier. When the cable is vertical (the anchor is dir...
- Motor forward slowly while retrieving cable
- Pull vertically to break the anchor free
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