sea safety list

ship's log

service outboard✓
clean/paint boat - replace worn rope etc✓
extra pair of oars and rowlocks (allowing 2-4 to row if necessary)✓
done radio course (+ day skipper course and rya levels 1 &2)✓
take vhf/gps/dsc
charge all & battery✓
sparefuel✓
flasks and food✓
adequate clothing✓
binoculars✓
honky horn with pencil and bandana✓
sun cream!✓
mooring wedge✓
register with coastguard cg66✓
fit compass, depth guage/navigation lights✓
research charts/currents/tides✓
lifejackets/flares/ radar reflector
mob line✓
anchors/extra fuel✓
check weather forecast✓
charts, handheld compass and almanac✓✓

full trip planning with get outs etc / research using online info forums and connect to local yacht club -- join rya / already member of drascombe association and old gaffers
acquaint crew to safety features and dsc radio use

write out card/for mayday/ write mmsi number on back of handheld
take  fully charged iphone with tide data and harbour numbers already loaded / contains  ship licence & cg 66 details if necessary

pirate flag

trailer -- oxide and paint/ replace wheels
safety hook
replace winch strap
check wheel bearings

wash out all after sea
run/flush engine in fresh water (bucket?)

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Pelican

service engine✓
insurance✓
phone marina
fit jackstays
investigate stanchions