We have a blocker to the east. A 72 ft powerboat pulled in today and we’re grateful since they will provide some protection from wave action from a critical direction. I found out later that the captain is an avid user of Bob423 tracks, “Saved my bacon many times!” 

Today was more of getting ready. Our monumental task today was taking down the dodger and Bimini which are now safely stored in the aft cabin. The bimini needs some work. It’s not torn but rather the thread deteriorated over the years in places. It needs to be resewed - a task for when we return. 

We also had a new aft air conditioner installed so any prospective crew can cruise in comfort. The AC unit will both cool and heat, depending on the setting desired. In the last five years, we’ve replaced two AC units, the hot water heater, the main cabin fresh water pump, two shower sump pumps, two shower heads, the galley faucet, new galley lights, new main cabin lights, head hoses replaced (not a nice task), four head manual pumps replaced, along with the usual oil, fuel, and filter changes. A boat needs care. 

I already had two lines on all cleats but why not put on a few more? Does a line do better duty in the locker or outside helping to keep the boat away from hard things. With that, I hauled out more lines and the worst wind direction now has four lines to help keep Fleetwing off the pilings. 

On Wednesday we will move to the local BestWestern Motel for two days. Hopefully, all our preparations will be good enough for leave Fleetwing unblemished.