A few of you have wondered how we might fill our time while living on Bangarang. I loved my volunteer work back in Chicago and, long-term, I think I'll find volunteer opportunities as we travel from place to place. We aren't sailing every day, or even every week, and our intent is to stay long enough on each island we visit to enjoy the sights and experience the culture. But in the meantime, we have plenty to fill our days here on the boat itself. We have a very long list of to-dos, even though Bangarang is in excellent condition. Just like a house, there are always things to fix, maintain and change.
Our list is extensive (and we've already crossed several items off the list). In no particular order:
Clean out all shower strainers (yuk)
Hang fire extinguishers
Check both engines' oil
Purchase tiller extension for dinghy
Razor silicone edges from new faucets in bathrooms
Clean out all lazerettes (boat lingo for storage units)
Research lighting issue on starboard master suite (a challenge!)
Replace dinghy chain bucket
Replace outdated flares
Wash window screens
Research why third wate tank resists filling 100% (overflow issue)
Replace light over galley sink
Wash forepeak bunk mattress covers and walls
Replace the freezer which currently only works as a fridge (new freezer or ice maker or keep)
Refit the DVD/CD/stereo cabinet to hold wine bottles
Install 3 fans in berths
Replace two propellers with feathering props ($$$)
Order new upholstery/pads for the lido deck
Figure out improved dinghy option for ease of use and reliability - long-term/low priority
In addition, we scheduled Bangarang to be hauled out of the water on the 23rd to have its bottom stripped and painted, service the engines, and clean and polish the entire exterior.
Whew. See? Just like owning a house!
Luckily, we are in Martinique which is a huge hub for boats in general and our broker here has helped us a lot by recommending resources.
I miss the Village Treasure House, First Presbyterian in Wilmette, Family Promise, and all our friends and family!
Our list is extensive (and we've already crossed several items off the list). In no particular order:
Clean out all shower strainers (yuk)
Hang fire extinguishers
Check both engines' oil
Purchase tiller extension for dinghy
Razor silicone edges from new faucets in bathrooms
Clean out all lazerettes (boat lingo for storage units)
Research lighting issue on starboard master suite (a challenge!)
Replace dinghy chain bucket
Replace outdated flares
Wash window screens
Research why third wate tank resists filling 100% (overflow issue)
Replace light over galley sink
Wash forepeak bunk mattress covers and walls
Replace the freezer which currently only works as a fridge (new freezer or ice maker or keep)
Refit the DVD/CD/stereo cabinet to hold wine bottles
Install 3 fans in berths
Replace two propellers with feathering props ($$$)
Order new upholstery/pads for the lido deck
Figure out improved dinghy option for ease of use and reliability - long-term/low priority
In addition, we scheduled Bangarang to be hauled out of the water on the 23rd to have its bottom stripped and painted, service the engines, and clean and polish the entire exterior.
Whew. See? Just like owning a house!
Luckily, we are in Martinique which is a huge hub for boats in general and our broker here has helped us a lot by recommending resources.
I miss the Village Treasure House, First Presbyterian in Wilmette, Family Promise, and all our friends and family!
"The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails." W. A. Ward
BANGARANG!!! Love the name, that is the final name right? I know where I know it from, but how did you pick it? I might have to send you a movie.....Looks like you two are having a great time, working hard (on your tans it seems!). Looking forward to reading more and hopefully more PICTURES!!! :)
ReplyDeleteLong, but shorter than my list of home to-dos! You'll have that knocked out in no time!
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