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A family trailerboating trip to explore the dwellings and culture of the ancient Anasazi Indians is described. The trip included a visit to the Chimney Rock Pueblos and sailing on Navajo Lake and Lake Powell.

The correct procedures for converting a trailersailor such as a Catalina 22 into a watercraft is described with accompanying diagrams. Compiling a checklist of procedures to be followed is helpful. Steps in the procedure include choosing a site to raise the rigging, and launching the craft.

Beaching a boat follows certain steps tha trequire A sailor should know how to choose an ideal beaching spot for easy retrieval of the boat. The best spot for beaching the boat is in a protected lagoon or bay or any site in which only minimal wave is present. After choosing the right spot, the sailor must then start the outboard and lower the sails.