Preparing for cruising
Personally:
1. Get a physical take care of any issues
2. Visit the dentist and take care of any issues
3. Have the necessary paperwork for your health insurance
4. Get in shape, not necessary great shape but get some exercise
The boat:
1. Ownership documentation
2. Proof of insurance, check coverage area
3. Tow insurance check coverage area
Safety:
1. Smoke/CO2 detectors
2. PFD’s
3. Life-ring, throwable
4. Safety tether
5. VHF/ DSC
6. EPERP
7. Spare anchor
8. First aid kit
9. Duct tape
10. Flares
11. Sound device
12. Fire extinguishers
13. Sunscreen
14. Foul weather clothing
15. Emergency plugs for through hull
16. Bolt/ cable cutter large
17. Sea anchor
18.
Boat & Engine:
1. Spare parts for engine
2. Proper tools
3. Epoxy and fiberglass matting
4.
Provisioning:
Communication:
