In these uncertain times, it pays to be prepared. As a boat owner, consider preparing your boat for a possible emergency situation. For example, if the grid goes down, your boat could be a safe haven for you and your family. On the boat, you’ll not only be safe but also you’ll be able to fish and have access to water.
While most people simply use their boat for good times on the weekend, it could play a vital role in your survival. With that in mind, find the space onboard to tuck away a few items vital for survival.
You need to prep ahead of time, and be ready to move at a moment’s notice. This includes preparing sleeping accommodations; if you have a small boat, that could be a tent and sleeping bags to set up onshore. You’ll also need a high-quality water filtration system, storable food, and a compact marine generator. Your compact marine generator can run your computer and communication equipment or even a small refrigerator.
Know where you want to go, and practice ahead of time, on weekend outings. If there is an island on your favorite lake, try setting up camp there, and spend the weekend. Find a few good places, and know how to get there.
While most people don’t like to think about it, planning for a grid-down situation or civil unrest is important. More than likely, it won’t happen, but if it does, you and your boat will be ready.
