Knowledge Base

Knowledge Base - Terms for Boating

The front end of a boat is its bow, the other end is the sternPort and starboard are lateral terms, port designating the left side and starboard the right when on the boat and facing the bow.

The basic directions on a boat. Port and starboard may
be kept straight in one's mind by remembing that port is the shorter word and "left" is shorter than "right."

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The disturbed water that a boat leaves astern as result of motion is called wake. Sidewise rotational motion in rough water is called roll, vertical motion as the bow rises and falls is called pitching. A boat yaws when it runs off course to either side. If a boat yaws too widely and is thrown broadside into the trough of the water (between the crests and parallel to them), she broaches to, a dangerous situation that should be avoided.

The three basic motions of a boat are roll, pitch, and yaw. At sea, these are often combined with uncomfortable results.

As taken from: Piloting, Seamanship and small boat handling, Chapman
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Gear Review: Outward Hound Dog PFD/Life Jacket

Outward Hound Dog PFD/Life Jacket

Outward Hound Life Jacket The Kyjen Company Country of Origin: China MSRP: $19.99 Where to Buy: Petsmart, Petco, Walmart, www.shop.kyjen.com

These life jackets sport high visible colors, multiple reflective strips, easy-grab handles, quick release buckles, and outstanding flotation.  The unique, multi-handle design is constructed to add strength and durability for pulling dogs out of the water.  The handles are a one piece sewn strap that wraps around the belly and back of the dog adding strength to the handle.

Special Features: Convenient top grab handles allow easy rescue by hand or boat hook Reflective accents and bright colors for high visibility Fully adjustable chest and neck flaps plus quick release buckles Durable and comfortable neoprene belly-band Front float helps keep dog's head above water Medium, Large and X-Large life jackets feature dual handles for easy lifting and stability

The cleaning of these life jackets is a snap. Simply dunk it in the water nearby, or wait until your home and use warm water and mild soap.

Pros: Lightweight, Dries Quickly Rugged and Tuff, Takes a Beatin' Keeps head above the water Bright Colors

Cons: Plastic Clips Break (easy fix)

Overall Rating:

4.5 Stars

I would recommend this dog life jacket to anyone with a dog up to 10lbs. It has saved Lucy many times.

Buck Ridge Trail

Today's adventure was the Buck Ridge trail near Pine Grove Furnace State Park.

The 6-mile Buck Ridge Trail in Michaux State Forest connects Pine Grove Furnace State Park to Kings Gap Environmental Education Center. The trailhead, marked with yellow paint blazes, is across from Pine Grove's park office.