Master the challenging science and art of maneuvering and docking in close quarters, using time-tested best practices that give you full control, even in strong winds or currents.  Secure the boat safely with two people and one line in a wide range of conditions and docking scenarios.  Beginning to advanced - all boaters gain expert skills.

1. Preparing the Boat: Docking lines, fenders and other preparations
2. Line-Handling Basics: Controlling the boat at the dock
3. Docking Approaches: the physics & geometry of maneuvering successfully into a slip in any conditions
4. Judgment: Your most important skill in docking - and all aspects of boating
5. Crew Coordination and Communication
6. Midship Line Abreast: advantages and disadvantages of this common strategy
7. Midship Line Sprung Aft:  the core strategy for most boats.
8. Stern Line Sprung Aft:  the core strategy for some boats
9. Close Quarters Maneuvering Strategies: drills & skills for controlling any boat
10. Putting it All Together: core strategy docking drills
11. Scenario & Solution: strong off-dock wind, leaving a slip without damaging your neighbor
12. Tight Side-Tie Scenarios & Solutions: getting in & out without damage
13. Scenario & Solution - How Not to Sasquatch: avoiding and recovering from the dreaded lee fairway
14. Single-Handed Docking Strategies