Rescue skills are perishable, you need to practice them to maintain your edge. This is especially true with throw rope skills. I have been on a number of trips where seasoned boaters that needed to toss a throw rope were unable to hit their targets since they don't regularly practice those skills. In a serious incident, this can mean the difference between a swift rescue versus a nasty beat down or worse. Boating skills fall into the same category. I highly recommend joining one of our local boating clubs. For $20/Year per family, clubs are quite a bargain. Local clubs post lots of trips for all levels throughout the year. Many clubs also schedule various boating classes as well for very nominal fees.