Useful Information
On this page we offer useful or interesting information for our members. All members are encouraged to share items that can help us cruise or encourage us to try new paths.
Double Your Cruising Pleasure: "Member Keith Donald reports on Mystic's conversion to Lithium battery power and 12v heating and cooling away from shore power. April, 2023 "
Charleston and Back in 30 days: "A cruise by Member Keith Donald and friends to Charleston, SC. April 2023"
PROVISIONING
TIPS FROM KARAYA: "Provision based on your own food preferences at home - with the
knowledge that substitutions may need to be made based on storage capacity, life of perishables, and sea conditions/preparation
limitations. Included are some ideas for thinking about meals aboard and stocking your own boat."
SAFETY AT SEA SEMINAR: "Biggest takeaways from Safety at Sea Seminar conducted March 29-30, 2008, at the U.S. Naval Academy on
Offshore Sailing for Cruising Couples. Information included Lifesaving Equipment, Lifesaving Skills, Weather, Offshore Boat Preparation, Medical and General First Aid,
and a host of additional material."
ENGINE
MAINTENANCE: This presentation was given to CSSM on Feb 26, 2009, by Oscar Estevez. It covers a number of tips regarding routine maintenance, winter layup, and a review of each of the systems in the engine.