Sure is some beautiful weather we’re looking at for the next few days.
But if you have lived in the mid-Atlantic region for more than a week or two, you know how crazy and quickly it all can change.
Heck, while we’re trying to enjoy temperatures in the 60s, the National Weather Service is calling for a decent cold front and a Sunday loaded with rain.
All that great news aside, it’s high time to get your ship in shape for when it feels good enough for you to start getting on the water.
The good folks here at Lynnhaven Marine are at the ready to take care of prep work and make sure the chances of miscues are as slim as possible.
But even with their professional help, there are a few things you can do yourself in the mean time.
Simple things are easy – look them up on the internet and make sure you are taking care of things as they should be.
Go over all of your electronic hookups and exposed wires with WD-40 or a similar water-extracting formula to both prevent rust problems and make sure everything is getting the right juice.
Freshen your fuel and make sure all that’s a go.
Check all of your Coast Guard-approved safety equipment is on board and in good shape.
And if our folks can’t immediately get to you, make sure to schedule a time when they can give your vessel the once over.
Mostly, remember that things happen. Stuff breaks or gets worn out.
The boating world can be a shadow of life, so always think of it that way.
And by all means, get ready for the joys of warmer-weather boating and all it has to offer.
You’ll be glad you put forth the effort ahead of time.
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