Modern boats are remarkably well made resistant to weather, water and steady use.
While it s common to have a boat, motor and trailer for 15 years or more, the equipment still needs maintenance, and there s more to getting ready for the boating season than driving to the lake and launching your craft. There is a lot more to consider to ensure a season of safe, enjoyable outings. Getting ready for the boating season each spring is a bit like buying a house or opening your summer cottage for the season before you move in you want to check the the electrical, plumbing and other key systems are working. You also might want to spruce it up as it s easier to paint the rooms before they are full of your stuff. A boat that has been left unused over the winter is a lot like that vacant house.