De-Winterization

This is a list of things to do to make the boat ready for the sailing season.

Early Spring/Pre-Launch

Admin

• Set launch date with Dions (Matt)
• Coordinate sail returns from North (Matt)
• Confirm Waterboat Marina slip (Matt/Stew)
• Renew registration for Mashnee and dinghy (Stew)
• Renew TowBoat US membership (Stew)

Gear

• Order replacement batteries, inflator kits, etc. from list made last season
• Inspect PFDs: inflation test, AIS battery tests, light battery tests, inflator expiration dates
• Inspect tethers and jacklines for wear
• Inspect Danbuoy, EPIRB, safety light batteries
• Inspect flares
• Inventory and restock medical kit
• Review tool bag; rust-bust or get new tools as needed
• Replace running rigging as needed
• Scrape and re-paint dinghy bottom

Once Launch is Confirmed

• Return any gear necessary for launch and mast stepping (docklines, rigging, etc.) before launch date
• Ensure that safety gear is on boat, fully inspected and refreshed, before transit
• Arrange for someone to bring dinghy to Waterboat ahead of transit