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Checklists & Downloads

Lower the stress with these FREE editable checklists and downloadable references. Don't try to remember everything!

Always Do This Pre-Departure Check

Published on March 1, 2023; last updated on March 3, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

One pre-departure check can make the difference between a nice sail and an aborted trip. You need to make it part of your routine. [More] Always Do This Pre-Departure Check

Emergency Info

Published on September 6, 2018; last updated on August 23, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to provide the information needed for someone else to rescue your boat in an emergency. It costs less than $5 and only takes a couple hours to put together, but could save your boat some day. [More] Emergency Info

New Boat Checklist

Published on July 18, 2018; last updated on March 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Ten documents, legally-required gear and arrangements you must have when you buy a boat. Checklist with exactly how to get each one. [More] New Boat Checklist

Taking Your Boat To The Bahamas: Checklist

Published on February 19, 2018; last updated on March 26, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Checklist of the critical documents and six other items that you need if you intend to take your boat to the Bahamas. Be ready to go! [More] Taking Your Boat To The Bahamas: Checklist

Outboard Won’t Start 101

Published on November 27, 2017; last updated on January 12, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

15 simple things to check if the outboard won’t start — along with how to fix them at least well enough to get home. No mechanical skills needed! [More] Outboard Won’t Start 101

Hurricane Prep and Editable Checklist

Published on June 18, 2017; last updated on March 3, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A hurricane prep checklist for your boat will reduce stress if a storm is headed your way and can help get your hurricane plan approved. FREE download. [More] Hurricane Prep and Editable Checklist

Creating and Leaving a Float Plan

Published on June 5, 2017; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

A float plan is an important safety item for every boating trip. Learn more, including how to get around the apparent bug in saving the completed form. [More] Creating and Leaving a Float Plan

Guide to Boat Navigation Markers

Published on July 5, 2014; last updated on March 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you know what all those markers mean? Keep this downloadable PDF next to the helm and you’ll be able to quickly find anything! [More] Guide to Boat Navigation Markers

Coast Guard Regulations for Boaters

Published on June 12, 2014; last updated on January 22, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Know the regulations and make sure you’re in compliance. Be sure to check state regs, too! [More] Coast Guard Regulations for Boaters

Know Your Boat Details

Published on May 26, 2014; last updated on March 3, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Want to know the details of your boat? Here’s how to have all the model numbers, sizes, when installed and more available at your fingertips. [More] Know Your Boat Details

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