What side of the buoy do you stay on?
left
What color is port side?
red
Which is the starboard side of a boat?
When looking forward, toward the bow of a ship, port and starboard refer to the left and right sides, respectively.
What are 4 length classes of vessels?
Let’s review the four different classes of recreational boats as determined by length.
- Class A. Boats measuring less than 16 feet.
- Class 1. Boats measuring more than 16 feet but less than 26 feet.
- Class 2. Boats measuring more than 26 feet but less than 40 feet.
What is a Class 1 vessel?
A “Class 1” boat is a recreational vessel that is 16 feet (4.9 meters) to 26 feet (7.9 meters)in length. When used, it has to be worn whenever the boat or vessel is underway. It must also be worn whenever the person is not inside the cabin or another enclosed area on the vessel.
Does the length of a boat include the motor?
A motor boat is measured from the tip of the bow in a straight line to the stern of the boat. This measurement does not include any attachments such as swim platforms, outboard motors, bow sprits, etc. This measurement is called the length overall (LOA).
What size boat is considered a small craft?
From Wikipedia: “The National Weather Service does not specifically identify what constitutes a “small craft”, although the United States Coast Guard informally assigns the designation to boats with a total length of less than 33 feet (10 m).”
What do three short blasts of a horn mean?
tell other boaters
Why should a boat’s gas tank never be completely filled?
It’s important to never fill the tank of your boat beyond 90% full. This leaves room for gas to expand and avoids the potential for overflow. Ensure that all air vents and valves to the gas tank are open. After you’re done fueling, tightly replace the gas cap.
What height of waves is considered rough?
Wave explanations
| Description | Height (metres) | WMO Sea State code |
|---|---|---|
| Slight | 0.5 – 1.25 | 3 |
| Moderate | 1.25 – 2.5 | 4 |
| Rough | 2.5 – 4 | 5 |
| Very rough | 4-6 | 6 |
What constitutes rough seas?
If the sea or the weather at sea is rough, the weather is windy or stormy and there are very big waves.
What is the roughest ocean in the world?
The South China Sea and East Indies, eastern Mediterranean, Black Sea, North Sea, and British Isles are the most dangerous seas in the world, with the greatest number of shipping accidents in the last 15 years, according to a report released by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF).
How big of a wave can a ship handle?
15-metres
What is the biggest wave ever?
100 feet high
Can cruise ships handle rough seas?
Yes, cruise ships are designed to handle rough seas. It’s not uncommon for a cruise ship to routinely travel through areas with waves of 10, or 15 feet, and large, modern cruise ships handle wave like this without incident.
Why is it safe for a ship to be in a storm when it is far out at sea?
Steering through storm: Often, the safest place for a ship during a storm is out at sea because the ship is a safe distance from anything it might crash into. The captain will want to propel the ship forward with enough power to steer rather than just getting pushed around by waves and wind.
What months should you not go on a cruise?
If you dislike crowds or large numbers of children, avoid sailing late June through August or during school break times (late December, early January and March through mid-April). Europe is so big that you can’t lump all its cruises together.
Whats the cheapest month to cruise?
The cheapest times to cruise are typically in the late summer and fall because of hurricane season. (If you decide to travel then, purchasing cruise insurance is a good idea.) But you can often find other patches of bargain sailings, especially during the early weeks of December and in the spring.
Do cruises get cheaper closer to sailing date?
The closer you get to the departure date, the cheaper the cruise becomes. Because cruise ships don’t want to depart with half-empty boats, so they drop prices steadily until that boat is leaving port, since for them empty cabins mean less money.
What month is best for a Caribbean cruise?
December through April is the peak season for Caribbean cruising. During this time, you’ll experience the best weather and some of the most entertaining holidays and festivals.