Boating Rules (5.9) Locks and Dams

Question 1

Does a boat handle better going with the wind or against it?

Answer 1

Going against the wind.

Also going against the current allows for better handling.

Question 2

When going with the current, how fast must you go to maintain maneuverability?

Answer 2

When going with the current, you must go faster than the current to maintain maneuverability.

Question 3

How do you apply the brakes on a boat?

Answer 3

Boats don’t have brakes, you must put the engine in reverse and accelerate backwards to come to a stop.