Words that begin with "G"
Metal bars on the outside of the Lifeboat, near the turn of the bilges, that people can hold onto if the boat turns over in the water
GRAB RAILS
To pull or take up on a line.
HAUL
What is the meaning of "backwater"?
To row the opposite way in order to obtain sternway.
Toward the centerline of the boat,
INBOARD
When a boat is caught broadside to sea or swells.
Term used for block and tackle, lines, ropes, ect.
GEAR
Forward motion of the boat.
HEADWAY
What command may be given to oarsman coming alongside that would permit the stowing of oars from the rowing position?
Untidy loose end of a line
IRISH PENNANT
What is the effect of storm oil?
Storm oil prevents the seas coming or breaking.
The rudder supports attached to the sternpost eyes through which the rudder pintles are inserted.
GUDGEON
To raise or pull up.
HOIST
Lift oars off thwarts, place bow oars with the blades flat on the forward gunwales, push other oars forward with their blades resting on the gunwales until their handles are over each oarsman's thwart; insert rowlock.
Stand by your oars.
JACOB'S LADDER
Method used in rowing to reduce wind resistance or prevent "catching a crab".
Feathering the Oar.
Strake or plating next to the keel.
GARBOARD STRAKE
The framework and plating of the boat and all structural members, excluding equipment.
HULL
The stroke is completed and oars are boated without further command.
Way Enough
A head sail set forward of the foremast.
JIB
If hove to by the sea, how should the boat's bow be kept into the wind and sea?
Rigging a sea anchor.
Metal fastenings of wire or chain used to secure a boat in its chocks or cradle or to the ship's rail.
GRIPES
To list over.
HEEL
Handles are pressed down inboard and oars raised vertically, with blades trimmed for and aft.
Toss Oars
A makeshift rig of mast, sail, or other gear. It is used to substitute for an original piece of equipment which has been lost or damaged.
JURY RIG
When steering a boat with a compass, where should the compass be placed?
As close to the center line as possible and in line with the keel.