Anchoring the boat is one of the most intimidating skills to learn for a boat operator. Securing a heavy boat with a rope, chain and anchor in strong current, heavy wind, and crushing waves presents ...

To the uninitiated, anchoring a boat is a pretty straightforward task. You drop the anchor over the side, and bam, you are anchored. How much more could there be to it? Contrary to popular belief, ...

How does a ship’s anchor actually hold thousands of tons in place? In this video, we explain the full procedure of anchoring at sea - from choosing the right spot and calculating scope to lowering the ...