Captains Handbook | Page 5

Don’t forget that boats have very limited storage space, so we recommend you pack your belongings in soft bags that can be easily stowed away. Bring comfortable clothes that allow you to move about the boat easily and deck shoes or rubber soled shoes will prevent you from slipping and won’t damage the decks. Don’t forget sun glasses, sun cream and a hat - as the sun reflects off the white surfaces of the boat. PREPARING What should I bring? Leather gloves (such as gardening gloves) are useful for protecting your hands while holding ropes in the locks. Binoculars are great for bird-watching from your sundeck and a torch is useful for the evenings, especially if you head out to a restaurant and need to find your way back to your boat. Finally, large beach towels are a good idea for sunbathing up on deck and small pegs are useful for clipping any wet garments to the railings for them to dry in the sun. 5