Boat Winterizing Checklist

Here's everything else you ever wanted to know about putting away a recreational boat for the season (yes, even in the Southwest).

Boaters in much of the U.S. and Canada, even in the colder areas of southern states, acknowledge the need to winterize their boat's engines each autumn. But what else can go wrong? Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) offers boat owners a free online resource.

The website is chock full of winterizing checklists, tips, and a downloadable "Boaters Guide to Winterizing" to help all vessel owners ensure their boats are stored safely for the winter.

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