How to Successfully Store and Winterize Your Boat

We all need to be prepared for what winter can bring.  Please feel free to contact the Herrington North Marina Office if you have any questions about scheduling your storage and service needs.  Copies of the 2012 Winter Work Request are available in each Marina Office.  A few basic winter storage reminders to assist you in your planning include:

• Schedule your haul-out and winter projects early to ensure you get a schedule that suits your needs.
• Check your boat regularly during the winter season.
• Roller furling headsails need to be removed prior to haul-out.  Please plan on doing this upon delivery of the boat.
• Remove your drain plug.
• Don't tie boat covers or ladders to jack stands.
• Secure your ladder to the keel blocks if you leave it at the boat.
• Remove any loose items from the deck and store them down below or at home.
• Space heaters used for freeze protection are strictly prohibited.  It is recommended that you properly winterize your boat.