Marine Glossary
Mooring
A permanent anchor system (typically a heavy block with a chain and buoy) that boats tie to instead of anchoring. Common in harbors and marinas.
Marine Glossary
A permanent anchor system (typically a heavy block with a chain and buoy) that boats tie to instead of anchoring. Common in harbors and marinas.
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