Turning Around
Aim for the concrete "bunker" at the far end of the lake. Do not follow the shore on your right at that end. Well before you get to the dam, turn the boat around by "spinning" it. The boat must be completely stopped before the ports back it. Remind the rowers to use only arms and backs to turn the boat, since any more pressure might damage the equipment.
When turning the boat around anywhere on the lake, do it in two stages: Turn 90°, row straight across to the other side of the lake, and then turn the final 90°.