adequate safety equipment, food and water, and to be mindful of tidal and weather
conditions.
Anchoring
A 22lb Bruce anchor, 20’ of chain, and 300’ of line make up the boat’s ground
tackle. The anchor is rigged with a weak link which will break should the anchor
become fouled. The anchor is pulled with a buoy system. Take great care not to
wrap the line in the prop while pulling the anchor. Doing so can sink you very
quickly.
Misc. Notes
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This is a “wet deck” style boat. This means that there are no scuppers. While the
deck remains dry, it is important to remember that the deck of this boat drains into
the bilge where water is then pumped out via bilge pumps. You should take care
not to wash debris which may foul the pumps into the bilge, and you should be
certain that pumps are in the “auto” position. You should also periodically check
the pumps for proper operation.
