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Harry Krause

wrote:
I would like to know if this is a valid option to use a bow mounted
electric trolling motor to assist in anchoring single-handedly.

I think I can lower the anchor single-handedly by simply letting the
boat to drift while releasing anchor rope until the anchor set
properly. But I have a feeling that I need some help when I need to
raise the anchor single-handedly. I am wondering if a bow mounted
trolling motor may help me to position the boat at the correct angle
in order to pull the anchor loose. Then all the boat-positioning and
anchor-pulling will be performed right at the bow, instead of going
back and fro between the bow and the helm. If this really helps, I
can add this as one of the justification to purchase a bow mounted
electric trolling motor (in addition to use it for fishing and for
backup).

I appreciate if someone can share his experience in using a bow-
mounted trolling motor to assist in anchoring.

Thanks in advance.

Jay Chan

Depends on the wind, the current, and how each impact your boat when it
is anchored. On a small boat, without too much current, sure. I've seen
it done in ICW channels and I'm sure some lake boaters do it, too.