SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TRANSFERRING PERSONS BETWEEN A WATER VESSEL AND THE WATER

摘要

A system that incorporates teachings of the subject disclosure may include, for example, a water vessel including an elongated member having a sliding surface extending between a first end and a second end. A relatively low friction, or slippery, surface is positioned along the sliding surface to allow for slideable transportation of a person along the elongated member between an interior portion of the water vessel and the water. A towline provides a lifting force allowing for retrieval of the person from the water towards the interior portion of the water vessel. Other embodiments are disclosed.