120306-N-CD297-024 GREAT LAKES, Ill. (March 6, 2012) Chief BoatswainÕs Mate Steven Weigand shows recruits how to throw a "monkey fist" and launch mooring lines to the pier on the USS Marlinspike Seamanship Trainer Chief at Recruit Training Command, the Navy's only boot camp. Marlinspike is a hands-on trainer that teaches recruits about basic seamanship and handling mooring lines. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Andre N. McIntyre/Released) - Official Navy Imagery - A Sailor shows recruits how to throw a monkey fist.

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