This is to all the mariners and new boaters that have realized that spring is only 2 weeks away. Yes it’s time to get the check list out and start dewinterizing. The following is a check list that will help you get started and I use when doing a pretrip on any vessel I transport.
Captain Chaney’s nautical Services
General
Charts
Navigation lights
Radio
Registration
Engine Check
Fuel level
Coolant level
Oil level
Battery change
Drain plug
Check bilge for fumes
( Trailer if applicable)
Hitch and safety line
Tires
Turn signals and brake lights
Grease wheel bearings
Emergency Gear
Weather radio
Fire extinguishers
Bilge pump
Alternate pump or bailer
Personal floatation devices
Anchor and line
Paddle
Flashlights, searchlight
Flares
Horns or whistles
First aid kit, water, sunscreen
Tools, spare parts, etc.
Head and Galley
Holding tanks
Propane level and test burners
Water level, pressure
Toilet paper (marine)
Disinfectant
Hull and Rigging
Check all blocks and fairleads
Grease winches, shives
Wax mast
Wax hull (above water level)
Check bottom paint
Check shroud tension
Scrub deck, clean and seal all wood
Replace worn lines (main sheet, jib/Genoa sheets, spinnaker sheets, topping
lift, foreguy, etc.)
Check for worn halyards
Inspect lights, wiring
Check sails for tears/weak spots
Rigging charts/books
Clothing
Foul weather gear (wet suit, dry suit, one piece, bibs, hat, etc.)
Extra foul weather gear
Booties
Deck shoes
Gloves
Wool sweater/sweatshirt
Extra change of clothing
Sun glasses
Life vests
Harness
Other, fill in your specific needs to your own boat and you will not be caught off guard when enjoying your day on the water.
Have a great start to the begging of a new boating season
Capt. Henry Chaney
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