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Anchoring etiquette requires entering an anchorage at low speed to avoid creating wakes near swimmers and dinghies.0:10 Proper technique involves assessing the wind direction, the swing radius of surrounding vessels, and the size of nearby boats to ensure adequate spacing.0:30 Using an undersized anchor or insufficient scope creates hazards for neighbors, particularly when wind shifts occur overnight.0:10 In one instance at Sandy Hook, a 40-foot Hunter and a 30-foot powerboat rafted together on a single, undersized Delta-style anchor with only 3:1 scope, forcing a nearby vessel to relocate to avoid a collision.2:02 Effective anchoring relies on backing down to set the anchor, calculating scope based on expected weather, and communicating with neighbors when unsure of spacing.3:33 Inexperience is manageable through caution and communication, but carelessness that forces others to move or manage a potential drag emergency constitutes poor seamanship.3:17

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