The forecast keeps getting better and better for us. Ernesto keeps moving farther and farther off of our area. It is now forecast for the coastal waters...but... it can change, we are well aware. Yesterday it was s'posed to be a Cat3 coming into Tampa, today Cat1 coming into Miami...coming up the E coast instead of crossing the state from W to E.
Chris Parker once again forecasted this one very close...he varied from NOAA immediately and was on the right track. Thanks once again, Chris.
Here is our short-term to do list for Ernesto...
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Large wheel in place
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Jib removed
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Main and Mizzen removed or wrapped.
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Remove dink cover
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Remove line bags
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Set 2nd anchor (Bruce)
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Extend main chain rode to 150-175'
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3rd anchor (Bulwagga) on deck
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Radio check on VHF's
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Charge HandheldVHF
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Cockpit clear of windage
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Davits clear
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Dodger & Bimimi down
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Secure all halyards
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Empty dink
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Clear decks
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Stow all unnecessaries in cabin
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Secure wind generator
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Lines @ base of mast
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Lifeboat to cockpit
There are many more but you get the gist of it...
High hopes... | 