1) Gear
a. Anchor
i. Types:
1. Danforth (Fluke-Type)
2. Plow (or CQR)
3. Delta
4. Bruce
5. Mushroom
ii. Weights:
1. 6lb (16’-25’)
2. 14lb (22’-35’)
3. 25lb (30’-44’)
4. 40lb (38’-50’)
b. Chain
i. Length (~20ft)
ii. Size (1/4”)
c. Line (nylon)
i. Length (200ft)
ii. Size (1/2”)
d. Shackles, etc…
2) Anchoring
a. Choosing a Spot
i. Sheltered
ii. Room to Swing
iii. Depth
iv. Bottom Type
1. Sand (fluke, plow)
2. Mud (fluke, plow)
3. Weeds (plow)
4. Rock (fluke)
b. Dropping/Setting
c. Scope
d. Swing Circle
i. Tide Effects
ii. Scope
iii. Boat Length
e. Weighing Anchor