Hurricane On The Way?? --Make Sure Your Property Is Secured
on Sunday September 14, 2003 09:33PM
Notice to all members who have boats in slips, drysail or the small boat parking area in front of the new clubhouse: With the storm warnings we have all read, seen or heard about comes yet another warning. You are responsible for the security of any boat stored on club property. You would be well advised to insure your docklines can be adjusted from the dock, to remove roller furling head sails, main sails and other items that create windage. For boats on trailers and racks, you would be well advised to remove covers, drop masts and tie your boats down.
Many members have already taken these precautions and others are removing sails, etc. If you plan to take your boat out of the water, you would be well advised to call your favorite dockyard. If the storm passes us by, moves out to sea or just peters out, you will not have wasted your time taking these precautions. They are an essential element of good seamanship whereby you do everything possible to protect your own property and just possibly someone's life.