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Old 06-05-2013, 01:35 AM   #7
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I let mine man the helm, help choose the route, navigate, choose the anchorage and set the anchor. Swimming and fishing takes care of the rest. 17 and 12 years old and not bored yet???

Doesn't seem to be much problem on our end to this point. I suspect that the kids getting bored have far less participation in the "nuts and bolts" of boating. We purchased the boat as a family and we use it as one too without ever giving it much thought. Perhaps the suggestion of bringing a friend along is a good one but perhaps try involving her more in the operation of the boat. Start with piloting and navigation by chart as that seems to create the most excitement with our boys. Once they feel they've "mastered" that chore they start wanting to do the anchoring etc.
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