Winter To-Do List

Here's a list of items that we hope to accomplish over the winter (and spring, and summer...):

John's Tasks

• replace mainsail furling line
• new sails: genoa
  
• repair leaks: cockpit locker lids, companion way, steering pedestal
• find storage solution for sewing machine - new table top
• buy rode for sea anchor (use existing anchor rode?)
• find new storm anchor
• build a drawer insert for the deep drawer of navigation station

Naomi's Tasks

• replace lifelines
  
• install new mast track for trysail
  
• apply for radio station license
• assemble a ditch bag
  
• install moisture barrier (HyperVent) under v-berth
• install liner in lower cabinets
• create boat cards
• sew cover for staysail
• add blocks for headsail furling line
• buy storm jib sheets
  
• get antenna for SSB receiver and learn to use it
• purchase sextant DONE and tables/books required to use it
• source pilot charts and cruising guides for west coast USA, Mexico, Galapagos and South Pacific.
• compile sewing kit and beef up first aid kit
  
• visit travel clinic for appropriate vaccinations/medication
• sew padded bag for outboard motor

LOW PRIORITY:

• sew cover for flag staff
• HAM license
• develop sailing system for our dinghy
• install wi-fi antennae
  
• secure floor boards and settee locker covers
• add home port to stern transom
• sew cockpit cover for sun/rain protection and rain collection

COMPLETED:

• register EPIRB with authorities DONE
• purchase super-duper mosquito screens DONE
• find 12v cabin fans DONE
• purchase horizontal propane tanks DONE
• find and install solar panel DONE
• buy new chain to fit into windlass DONE
• make GPS connections to VHF and computer DONE
• troubleshoot spare alternator DONE
• new GPS DONE
• install water faucet for use with foot pump DONE
• purchase epirb and life raft DONE
• build arch for solar panel installation DONE
• install GPS receiver DONE
• install new battery and box DONE
• finish refit on anchor lockers DONE
• buy small GPS receiver for computer DONE
• purchase sea anchor DONE
• purchase two double blocks for windvane steering lines DONE
  
• buy storm tri sail DONE
• purchase and install Monitor windvane DONE
• repair old depth sounder and buy replacement transducers DONE
• new back-up depth sounder DONE
• buy 2nd snatch block for spinnaker DONE
• purchase diesel jugs DONE
• replace staysail halyard DONE
• purchase water jugs DONE
• purchase new engine instrument panel DONE
• purchase fuel/water separator funnel DONE
• create foam blocks for dingy to sit on cabin top DONE
• build MOB pole DONE
• exchange gypsy on windlass for 3/8" chain DONE
• install new engine instrument panel in cockpit DONE
• replace spinnaker halyard and genoa sheets DONE
• install flag line to spreader (this has a proper name, I'm sure!) DONE
• follow up on MMSI application form and program new vhf radio DONE
• repair leaks: navigation station locker DONE ,
• repair/reconfigure cabin heater DONE
• purchase new water faucet for use with foot pump DONE
• install manual windlass DONE
• rebuild engine and re-install DONE
• inspect/clean holding tank and plumbing system for leaks (source of smell) DONE
• convert 2-pin 12v plugs to cigarette socket type DONE
• sort out navigation software on PC DONE
• purchase courtesy and quarantine flags DONE
• replace fuel filters and buy spares DONE
• empty and clean out fuel tank DONE
• find rebuild kit for head DONE
• sort out navigation software on PC DONE
• buy drifter or assymmetrical spinnaker DONE
• repair or replace ship's clock DONE
• repair shower sump pump DONE
• sew D-rings onto John's inflatable vest DONE
• install second bilge pump DONE
• install solenoid and remote shut off for propane system in galley DONE
• install bilge high water alarm DONE
• install CO detector DONE
• new 3" cowl vent for aft lazarette DONE
• find new boarding ladder DONE
• purchase shore power adapters (15A and 20A) DONE
• fix outboard pull cord DONE

REMOVED FROM LIST:

• purchase spare bulbs for all interior light fixtures We will replace with LEDs
  
• find new home for battery bank to enable regular monitoring X
• hook up salt water foot pump in galley X