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1.  Check Trailer Tags/License Plate

2.  Walkaround inspection - Look at tongue, receiver function, axle condition, fenders, lights

3.  Test Lights

4.  Inspect tires and fill to recommended PSI

5.  Grease Bearings

6.  Inspect brake system and fill as needed

7.  Inspect winch strap and check winch function - lubricate

1.  Clean boat - this will help in overall walkaround inspection.  Looking for cracks, scupper function, insect or rodent nests/obstructions

2.  Inspect electrical and consider applying light anticorrosion to connections.

3.  Test Bilge - I like to add some water with hose into hull to test manual as well as automatic bilge function.  This will also help clean out debris that may cause float to stick.  Do not leave the dock without checking those bilges and assuring proper function!

4.  Inspect battery terminals.  Clean and apply anticorrosion as necessary.

5.  Test Ship to shore radio function

6.  Inspect Flares

7.  Inspect life jackets and throwable

8.  Make sure registration numbers are current

9.  Inspect all thru hull fittings

10.  Test horn

11.  Test navigation lights

12.  Inspect steering fluid and steering function

13.  Test washdown and live well pumps

14.  Make sure anchor is onboard

15.  Dock ropes

16.  Inspect GPS and compass function

17.  Boat insurance card and registration card

18.  Inspect fire extinguisher

19.  PLUG!!! - Don't forget to put in the plug before putting in water!

1.  Inspect for bug intrusions/nests

2.  Spray motor with an anti corrosion spray

3.  Top off with fresh gas

4.  Replace water separator if it wasn't done before putting boat up - I like the suggestion in one of the videos attached which recommends running the first tank of gas out before changing the water separator. 

5.  Check oil levels

6.  Inspect lower unit and fluid levels

7.  Inspect primer 

8.  Before going to the dock - hook up motor to water and run motor to assure it starts, runs and water coming out water pump indicator hole (pee hole).

Here are a few nice videos to watch that I think you will find helpful as you prepare for the summer.  We wish everyone a very safe and fun season on the water!