Our communications officer Charles Leggatt and my crew will be there to serve the needs of the fleet in every way possible. Long may your big jib draw, John Dunford . Catalogue your charts, plot your courses well and keep a good log. Don't forget your fender boards. Make sure your spare parts for engine, rigging, toilet, stove, steering, etc. are complete.
Spare parts are hard to come by in Newfoundland.
Ensure your batteries are in good shape and isolate your engine battery if at all possible. Don't forget anodes for your engine and shaft. Give each of your crew a complete and through walk through of the boat and familiarize them with where different items are stored especially your safety equipment. Install jack lines and make it a rule that each person be secured to the boat at all times. Check your sails and your rigging.