When you're ready to head out on the water, you will need to know how to operate your boat's trolling motor. This motor is used to maneuver your fishing boat throughout the water. You might also find a trolling motor on a flatboat or another type of boat.

Trolling motors are powered by electricity and controlled by a foot pedal, manually, or with a hand control. Before you start out on your day of fishing or fun on the water, use these three tips to better operate your trolling motor.