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Congradulations! You and your family will enjoy for years to come.
There should be an eye-bolt just in front of the forward hatch. That can serve to secure the anchor and as a bow line. In the rear there should be an eye-bolt on both sides of the transom. I bought an anchor that fits in the forward locker and I would guess weighs around 15#. Make sure you also have anchor chain attached to it. The hose you are referring to is just a wiring harness and you should be able to get it at any marine store. Leave the 2 holes in the back open.