SAFEGUARD YOUR BOAT

Identify Your Property
1. To aid in identifying your property, engrave your driver's license number on all equipment.
2. Take photographs of both the exterior and interior of your boat, then date and sign each of the photos
3. Compile a complete inventory of all of your boat items including electronic equipment, engines, trailer and of course, the boat. Be sure to include brand names, models, and serial numbers.

Prevent Theft
1. Remove all portable equipment when your boat is not in use.
2. Invest in transom or stern drive locks, padlocks for hatches, and strong chains for auxiliary motors.
3. Install dependable quality window locks and keep the window curtains closed.

Prevent Theft Of Trailerable Boates
1. Do not use a business parking lot to store your boat. It is an easy target for thieves.
2. Store your boat/trailer in a locked garage.
3. If you store it in your yard, use the side yard or back yard out of sight. If possible, chain it to a tree or pole.
4. Store your boat/trailer with the trailer tongue not readily accessible.
5. If you store your boat/trailer in an open driveway, use a trailer lock, remove one of the trailer wheels, or park another vehicle in front of the trailer.

Prevent Vandalism In Your Marina
1. Get to know your dock neighbors and the harbormaster.
2. Start to take part in a "dock watch" program.
3. Exchange home and business phone numbers with your marina neighbors.