Re: Help! New boat owner
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Since you've been on boat and on the water fishing most of your life, you probably already know the big things.
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- Wave hi to other boaters. Treat them like you want to be treated (at the ramps and on the waters).
- If someone is broken down, to stop to assist them. Just like they would stop to assist you. When I help others and reasonable assistance is provided (like a short tow back to the ramp), its no financial charge. Only helping them out - like others would help me out.
- Don't be afraid to ask for help. For example, loading your boat or confirming what emergency supplies are recommended. Others at the dock / ramps are always willing to help.
- With your onboard passengers, ensure their outing is a proactively safe and comfortable as possible. For example, bring some padding to soften up the hard seats, take them where they want to go (not where you want to go), bring drinking water, sun glasses and shade. Their comfort and safety is in your hands (being the Capitan of your own boat).
- For general maintenance and winterizing tasks, asks others with same trailer / boat configuration. Perhaps similar boats are found at loading ramps or loading docks? Take the time and talk to other Captains (of similar boat / motor). They will help.
Hope this helps..
