DAY ONE
WELCOME ABOARD
Boat Familiarization / walk through:
Accomodations disscussed
PFD location
VHF radio
Fire extinguishers
Electric Panel. Cabin lights. nav lights, bilge pumps, fridge, propane, etc
Dinghy. Inspect for air chamber inflation, gas in engine, operation
Ships batteries
Head operation
Fresh water level
Shore power, safe connect/disconnect
GETTING UNDERWAY
Stowing gear for a crossing
Marine weather forecast, sea conditions, tides & currents
Accessing paper charts, plotting a course, identifying shipping lanes, hazards
Engine operation. Check fuel gauges, monitor engine temp and RPM’s
Crew responsibilities explained and assigned
MOB discussion