First time ever boating.

[Hivolt]

Originally Posted by 8gv

Can she do this without losing her balance and falling overboard?

Will the dockline hit its mark without falling into the water and maybe becoming dinner for the propellor?

Now that you have clarified that your wife is the other soul aboard I must amend my "SD and SU" advice. Say please before uttering those words.

Will the pups stay on the boat when approaching the dock or might they wish to start shore leave early? It may be a good idea to restrain them.

No and definitely no. As far as the dogs, the only time they were on a boat prior they were were scared and wouldn't move, however I will have them restrained as well as having life jackets on them.

Originally Posted by Island Girl

Which side of the island will you be?

we will be at the northern tip.

Originally Posted by thinkxingu

What kinda boat you renting? If a pontoon, I'd recommend keeping the bimini shut until you get the feel for it--they can greatly change how the boat behaves.

We are renting a 20' bowrider.