Ready to Launch (I think!)

[Jim H]

OK.....one week left before the Marina opens (Yankee Landing in Newburyport).....

1st time I'll be docking a boat for the season. I used to trailer the ole 18 footer. Now I've moved up to the 24' Wellcraft Coastal WalkAround....

I've finished the bottom paint. Charged both batteries. Already ran the motor (during the sea trial). Full tank of gas an oil for the Yamaha 200hp.

Have all the safety gear. Two bumpers with plenty of lines to tie off bow, stern, and spring lines. DRAIN PLUG IS IN. Have double checked all the waterlines, fittings, pumps, etc. Washed and waxed it last weekend. Tool kit is on board.

OK...

What am I forgetting??? You guys are the pros......I mean, I will definately have to practive the whole docking routine. SLOW.....lines ready....etc.

but

What are some other things I have to make sure I have or things I need to do before I put her in next weekend. I have this fear of getting it in the water and realizing I forgot to {fill in the blank}.

Thanks for any suggestions.

Jim