Spring lines and Wind
Practice the technique of putting the bow in, attaching a forward spring line and then powering the stern in while the forward line keeps you from going further forward. Very useful in tight situations.
Practicing and going very slow will cover most situations however windy days are a whole other story. After you practice in calm weather, take the boat out in the wind and see how it affects your boat at slow speeds.
And finally, sometimes you just have to back off and try again. No one is handing out trophies for perfect docking. Trying again is OK. Take a deep breath and resist the temptation of going too fast.
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