When it comes to priorities for boaters, having the right sort of dock comes in near the top. Dock varieties come in many flavors: wood, aluminum, steel, and even concrete and plastic. Whatever the material, the purpose of a dock is to create an artificial extension of the land to permit solid footing alongside water that is deep enough to secure and board a boat. Without it, a boater is at the whim of the shoreline.
In the freezing regions, lake cabin owners mark the beginning and end of the season by when the dock is in and out. As part of the support scene for all waterfront activities, the dock is the visual and functional hub at the water’s edge. We need these pedestrian walkways for our fun. Yet in spite of this recreational reliance on docks, few are enthused at the twice annual (for most of us) “messing with the dock.”
Like any creation of man, it has been subjected to constant consideration for making it stronger, lighter, and cheaper. But the most redeeming feature of any dock concerns how easy is it to put in and out. The myriad of dock manufacturers who sell this seasonal simplicity confirms how prized this value is, not to mention how expensive.
Usually friends have the best suggestions for improving one’s dock set-up. As the seasonal partners for the install and take-out, it’s only fair to hear them out. If it wasn’t for the assistance and imposition on our friends, most docks would just sit on the shore year-round. “Put some wheels on this thing.” “Is that rock still in the way down there?” ” You should fill that pot-hole, or it’s gonna tip for sure.” “Hey, I heard they have a sale on those aluminum roll-ins.” “Maybe next year we can wait until the water warms up.” ” Did you know the waders leak?”
Fear not. They usually forget about all that after the next fishing trip. Have dock will boat - and fish.
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