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general boating information
With motors tilted, try rocking the boat from side to side to break the suction of mud from the keel. Move passengers or heavy objects away
from the point where the boat is grounded. Do not lower or start the engines until the boat is clear of the ground. When boating in water
with tidal changes be mindful of uctuations of the water level. If you are grounded on an incoming tide you can wait until the tide is high
enough to re-oat your boat. However, with an outgoing tide take quick action to re-oat your boat. If this is not possible set an anchor to
keep the boat from being driven further aground. Set the anchor to counter the action of the wind or current. The anchor, in some cases, can
also be used to pull the boat free. Many inland areas have rocks and stumps which could crack or puncture a berglass hull. Be familiar with
the boating area and use caution in shallow water.
ANCHORING
Some factors that determine the size and type of anchor most suitable for your boat
include the size of your boat and the type of lake, sea or river bottom in your boating
area. Never anchor o the stern of the boat especially in strong winds or currents.
The weight of the stern and at surface to the seas can easily cause water to enter
over the transom and swamp the boat.
USING A WINDLASS
Anchoring can be less laborious if your boat has a windlass accessory. Parker Boats
installs a 12 volt windlass and a stainless steel anchor roller as optional equipment
on some models. The windlass is protected by a 60 amp breaker and a rocker toggle
switch at the helm. See the windlass operation and service manual for further details.
NOTICE
It is illegal to tie your boat to a navigational aids such as buoys and markers.
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