TIDBITS/INTERESTING THINGS
1) Portable Generator - purchased one for last half of trip, but never had a real chance to test it out . - used 3 times . Much cheaper and easier to use (wear and tear) than using diesel to charge batteries, Quieter as well 2) Rain days and bad weather - sometimes stuck on boat 2-3 days- have a plan on what to do to fill your time. - generally solar panel and wind generator may not be enough to keep batteries charged - need portable generator or start boat engine - ideas what to do - videos, maintenance, cleaning. - be aware that the boat won't be necessarily still . Wind may pick up, boat may pitch and roll, claustiphobic/ seasickness (nausea) - turn day into a treat day. 3) if weather is bad, many boats head to marinas to weather it out. Need to pre-think weather and/or pre-book marinas or you may be stuck paying a premium for your slip - upwards of 3=$3/ft in high demand areas. (Miami, Marathon, Key West) 4) Pump outs in Florida - generally free . Many marinas ha...