This video from the Brownies Coastwatch Vault shows Barry McDade’s tips on the easy way to anchor offshore using a float system.
This method has been around a long time and it does take a bit of practice to get it right, but when you do, it’s a lot easier and safer than hauling the anchor by hand off the foredeck on a rough day.
Barry McDade can be contacted at Sunshine Coast Offshore Fishing Services
Another safety tip from Boat and Jetski Licence Noosa Sunshine Coast, servicing areas including Caloundra and Maroochydore right through to Gympie.