Public dock etiquette 2015

tc_mike · 05-19-2015, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Rich

Everyone is new once. I still remember my new days (I still feel new).

I'd suggest "Hi, I see you are new, mind if I help and/or give you some pointers?"

Remember, this NH is usually friendly and most people like to give and receive help. I know I do!

Totally agree. I think it is important to make a distinction between someone who is new and very likely on the verge of panic and someone who is oblivious to others - or worse, egocentric.

SIKSUKR · 05-20-2015, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by tc_mike

Totally agree. I think it is important to make a distinction between someone who is new and very likely on the verge of panic and someone who is oblivious to others - or worse, egocentric.

Perfect post. These are the same people that wont pull out of the passing lane or stop at an intersection to play with their phone without a clue cars are waiting behind them.

diprna · 05-20-2015, 02:22 PM

We picked up our boat this weekend and had lovely first outing to Akwa Marina for lunch. Untying, ready to leave, boat won't start. Dead as a door nail. Shifter wasn't in neutral all the way. Haha! We are not newbies either (boating since 2002) but it can sometimes take a little bit to get our sea legs each spring.

05-20-2015, 02:22 PM	#3
diprna Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Meredith Bay/Bow Posts: 20 Thanks: 33 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Haha Phantom We picked up our boat this weekend and had lovely first outing to Akwa Marina for lunch. Untying, ready to leave, boat won't start. Dead as a door nail. Shifter wasn't in neutral all the way. Haha! We are not newbies either (boating since 2002) but it can sometimes take a little bit to get our sea legs each spring.