(Watch your GPS speed if you’re not sure.) If the boat is still moving ahead, you may accidentally set the anchor in the wrong direction by pulling it ahead instead of drifting back to set it. Wait until the person at the helm says the boat has stopped completely and is starting to move backward on the wind or current before lowering the anchor.If you decide you need to move to either side, circle back around to make your approach again to the new spot upwind or current. Double-check to make sure you are not too close to another boat and are at the intended depth.There’s seldom any reason to be in a hurry at this point. If you come in fast and have to use the engine in reverse to stop, there’s a good chance the boat may pivot or turn during the reversing, and the boat then will not at first pull directly back on the anchor. As you near the spot, slow down to allow the boat to coast to a stop.If there is a strong current in the area that affects the boat more than the wind, approach into the current instead. Approach your planned spot into the wind, keeping an eye on your depthfinder or chartplotter to ensure you are where you want to be on the chart.Using the engine also gives you more control if a last-minute maneuver is needed.
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