Yawl's kin is a term used to refer to a KETCH, which is a two-masted sailing vessel with a mizzenmast stepped forward of the rudder post. The mainmast is usually taller than the mizzenmast and the mizzenmast is stepped on the aft side of the rudder post. KETCH vessels are typically used for pleasure sailing and fishing. They are also sometimes used as working vessels, such as for carrying cargo or passengers.