Make a Checklist .
Yes, i know, we all resist the inevitable, and hate to admit a written list may help.
But trust me, if you trailer your boat, you will do yourself and everyone else in line a service if you develop a check list.
Check and review your step-by-step list every time you launch your boat. It’s easy to forget things both big and small when you are prepping for a day on the water; a checklist prompts you to confirm that the drain plug is in, the outdrive is up, all lines and fenders are in the boat, and that you’ve brought along the right gear, toys, food, and beverages. Let’s face it, boat ramps can be busy places and a little stress-inducing at times, so take some percautions and advice from an old sailor — checklists will save your butt.