Captain Clay Kelley has traveled the waterways and world's oceans for many years. During these travels, he has met people new to boating and others who have been on boats all their lives. One topic they all have in common is what should be checked on a boat and when it should be checked. This book addresses each area of a boat and all the systems onboard. It begins by describing all the checks to perform before getting underway and follows through each system check needed for proper operation. Included are tips from fellow cruisers, safety features and systems, and a seasonal commissioning and decommissioning checklist.