The Launching point features a number of large wooden planks sitting at a downward slope going straight into the water.  On each side of the launching point there sits a large, ornate bronze figure of a light house that is used to tether the ships to the dock and keep them from casting away while the sailors prepare to board the ship. The launching point is very narrow, with large stone braces on either side of the dock.
Launching point, Lake
resting travelers
sailor
I am a sailor traveling the vast ocean with my big sailboat. I was sent by the king to voyage the seas. I do not like running into sea monsters.
Are you aware of where you are? Yeah the docks near the village, right? I've traveled so far I hope I'm not wrong. You are at the Launching Point. These planks go straight down to the water.  Wait like when pirates make people walk the plank? Yes! Indeed. It appears you all have been brought here to walk the plank... But I wasn't brought here at all. I am just a traveler that walked all day hoping to find somewhere to stay for the night. This has to be a mistake Are you sure? People do not stumble here 'by mistake'. I'm positive. We left Rohan this morning on our way to Gondor. At no point did anyone force us anywhere. You have to help me. I believe you! But, I must also watch you closely. Am I never Gondor? Do you know Faramir? I'm sure he could clear this up I do not know of such man.  I guess it's off the plank for me then