You could also contact your local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. I am sure
someone would be happy to give you some pointers, or even come abroad
for a short time for an instructional.

Capt. Frank

UglyDan®©™ wrote:

Okay, I'll chime in on this one, IMO get to know your
clutch's/throttle's first,
I've seen more people get flustered?iword) and confuse the two, running
into docks, boats, lock walls, etc. Throw some jugs over the side, and
play if you want, but I'll bet there's a few guys in the marina that can
give you a few pointers, Not in there Direction of Course. UD