Hurricane Preparation Seminar

Outline from a Club Cruceros 2013 Seminar
by Dennis & Susan Ross

Preparation of the Boat - It Pays to Plan Ahead

Preparation of the Crew and Belongings

Anchor vs. Marina Berth vs. Hauling Out

Anchoring Issues

Marina Berth Issues

Dry Storage Issues

Storm, What Storm? - Where To Find Information While "Up North"

I'm Insured So I'm Not Worried

(Assuming You Have More Than Liability Insurance)

Coming Home

Repair and Recovery Issues

Miscellaneous Tips

Resources

The following is a Heavy Weather Plan that has been accepted by several insurance underwriters who asked for a “hurricane plan.” Feel free to plagiarize/modify as desired to meet your needs.

Heavy Weather Plan

Planning Phase

Securing the Boat