BoatingLocals Tom Richardson helps a novice trailerboater launch his boat for the first time.

How to launch a boat. Load up all of your gear at the house. They say preparation is the most important part of most tasks and this is especially true when wanting to launch a boat alone. After you learn how to properly launch a boat youll be able to trailer that boat and explore any body of water serviced by a ramp.

Launching a boat by yourself can be tough. Make sure your trailer straps and motor support are off and the drain plug is securely in place. Inspect the boat access prior to launching your boat to make sure.

If you are launching by yourself you can guide your boat over to the dock quickly and tie it down securely so you can. Provided you have all the right equipment youre ready to go. If you are launching with a friend you can have your friend sit in the boat as you back it into the water then once.

After the boat is on the trailer and is not going to float away jump down from the boat. How To Safely Launch A Boat In 5 Easy Steps Step 1. I back up to launch.

10 Steps to Get on the Water Choosing the right trailer. Attach fenders to the dock side of the boat and remove the transom tie-down straps. With a little momentum back the boat up and launch the boat.

How To Launch A Boat. The difference is how you push the boat off the trailer and guide it to the dock. In a staging area check that the drain plug is installed and the key is in the ignition.