Why this site exists

Dock Lines is a small, independent collection of notes on recreational boating life — docking technique, dock etiquette, reading tides and weather, and the everyday habits that make a day on the water calmer. It is written for people who want a plain, practical answer, not a sales pitch or a scare story.

Not a review site, not sponsored, and not affiliated with any boat brand, marina chain, or marine-electronics company. Guides describe how recreational boating generally works rather than endorsing or testing any specific product, and this site does not cover mechanical repair of any particular boat.

Local rules, conditions, and good practice all shift over time and by region. If something here is out of date or wrong, a note to the address below is read and acted on.

Questions, corrections, or suggestions: [email protected]