On-the Water Teaching Aid Guide 235
Activity Topic Detail Instructor Notes Course
Emergency simulations
(continued)
Leaking boat Simulate hole in boat
either from thru-hull
or above and/or
below the waterline
Section 11
Fire Simulate a fire
onboard and the
responsibilities of
crew and discuss
dangers associated
with fire
Section 11
Marlinspike Seamanship Students will demonstrate
their knowledge
at convenient times
on water or at dock
Students demonstrate
the cleat hitch, bowline
and throwing /
coiling a line
Section 16
Returning to dock Instructor or captain
will perform maneuve
Docking preparation Discussion and
demonstration of
crew responsibilities
when docking
Section 3
Checking conditions Discuss and, if possible
demonstrate
conditions of wind and
current on docking
Section 3
Handling characteristics
Demonstrate, while
on water, handling
characteristics of
vessel in forward
and reverse at slow
speed before moving
to docking situation
Section 3
Dock vessel Captain or instructor
demonstrates proper
docking technique
with students properly
manning dock
lines keeping in mind
safety considerations
Section 3
Secure vessel at dock Students and instructor
may demonstrate
proper dock line techniques
for docking the
vessel
Section 3 / 16
Stow PFDs and other
safety equipment
Students will stow all
safety equipment in
proper locations
Conduct post-cruise
discussion
Instructor will discuss
course elements
covered in cruise
whether on or off the
vessel and thank student
for participating