Apprentice requirement 6: Marlinespike Seamanship
Using both large and small lines, tie and explain the use of the following knots: overhand, square, figure eight, bowline, two half hitches, clove hitch, sheet bend, and cleat hitch.
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Overhand Knot
Used a a stopper knot, but will jam when pulled too tight
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Square or Reef Knot
Used to tie the reef points when reefing a sail.
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Figure Eight Knot
Used to keep a line from running through a fairlead or block.
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Bowline
Used to make a non-slipping loop
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Two Half Hitches
Used to quickly make a line fast at a mooring.
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Clove Hitch
Used to temporarily fasten a line to a pile or spar.
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Sheet Bend
Used to secure a small line to the bight of a larger one.
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Cleat Hitch
Used as secure a line to a cleat or deck fitting.
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