How to Dock a Boat in a Heavy Wind and Current

We’ve received many video requests on how to dock a boat in a heavy wind and current. That’s why we put together this video at our Highlands location on docking a boat with less-than-ideal conditions.

In this video, we demonstrate how to pull into the marina and dock the boat in heavy wind and current.

Become a Docking Pro with Our Hands-On, On-Water Boating Lessons!

Looking to enhance your boating and docking skills? We offer small group and one-on-one on-water boating lessons on Lake Hopatcong and Highlands, NJ. Whether you need help in docking with wind and current, close-quarter control, or more, we’ll get you boating confidently!

Join us for one of our courses, and you’ll be out on a beautiful Bridge Marina boat, or yours, on Lake Hopatcong or Sandy Hook Bay with a professional instructor. Plus, you’ll receive a discount towards a future Bridge Marina boating experience!

Our learning programs are brought to you in partnership with the BoatUS Foundation and the National Safe Boating Council. Together, we have welcomed thousands of new boaters to the boating lifestyle, and we’re here to make the process as simple and welcoming as possible.

Get into Boating with Your New Jersey Boating Safety Certificate

Want to get boating in time to enjoy the rest of the summer? Earn your NJ Boating Safety Certificate with the leaders in boating hospitality! We hold courses on Lake Hopatcong and in Highlands, NJ. Learn more and sign up for one of our classes here!

Need Help Getting Started?

See our schedule and sign up for on-water boating lessons on Lake Hopatcong here and in Highlands here! You can also fill out this quick, easy form, or call us at (973) 663-1976.

We look forward to helping you become more confident with boating and docking!