I’m so concerned about having some sort of problem when launching, that I wait until the ramp is completely clear. I absolutely never become impatient or crowd anyone on a boat ramp. I pull into the parking area and get my boat completely ready for the launch before I back into the water. I have a very small boat (12’ Jon), but I am still exceedingly careful and considerate of others. My bigger concern is reloading my boat onto the trailer after my days fishing. The ramp I use on Bull Shoals in the Ozarks does not have a dock, so you must pull your boat up onto the ramp and then walk to the parking lot to fetch your car. Since my boat is so small I always pull it to one side of the ramp to allow someone else to share the ramp with me if they so choose. It’s just the way I was raised. I usually try to greet other boaters and complement people on their rigs. Occasionally I will find an old grump that doesn’t want to return a greeting and so I leave him alone. The last place that I want to feel rushed or late for an appointment, is on the lake. The lake is my time to chill… Relax… Enjoy. I wish the same fir everyone.

I’m so concerned about having some sort of problem when launching, that I wait until the ramp is completely clear. I absolutely never become impatient or crowd anyone on a boat ramp. I pull into the parking area and get my boat completely ready for the launch before I back into the water. I have a very small boat (12’ Jon), but I am still exceedingly careful and considerate of others. My bigger concern is reloading my boat onto the trailer after my days fishing. The ramp I use on Bull Shoals in the Ozarks does not have a dock, so you must pull your boat up onto the ramp and then walk to the parking lot to fetch your car. Since my boat is so small I always pull it to one side of the ramp to allow someone else to share the ramp with me if they so choose. It’s just the way I was raised. I usually try to greet other boaters and complement people on their rigs. Occasionally I will find an old grump that doesn’t want to return a greeting and so I leave him alone. The last place that I want to feel rushed or late for an appointment, is on the lake. The lake is my time to chill… Relax… Enjoy. I wish the same fir everyone.

Be ready to launch when you hit the ramp, short of the gear that holds your boat to the trailer. Also remember some people are launching for the first time or launching alone. An offer to help and a smile, along with a bit of courtesy and patients will get you in the water much quicker and happier than a bunch of verbal abuse. Remember, we were all beginners once. We have also all forgotten something in the truck or forgotten to lock it at least once. Be courteous, be patient, be happy and have a good day.

I’m so concerned about having some sort of problem when launching, that I wait until the ramp is completely clear. I absolutely never become impatient or crowd anyone on a boat ramp. I pull into the parking area and get my boat completely ready for the launch before I back into the water. I have a very small boat (12’ Jon), but I am still exceedingly careful and considerate of others. My bigger concern is reloading my boat onto the trailer after my days fishing. The ramp I use on Bull Shoals in the Ozarks does not have a dock, so you must pull your boat up onto the ramp and then walk to the parking lot to fetch your car. Since my boat is so small I always pull it to one side of the ramp to allow someone else to share the ramp with me if they so choose. It’s just the way I was raised. I usually try to greet other boaters and complement people on their rigs. Occasionally I will find an old grump that doesn’t want to return a greeting and so I leave him alone. The last place that I want to feel rushed or late for an appointment, is on the lake. The lake is my time to chill… Relax… Enjoy. I wish the same fir everyone.