Ahoy there! Emily Smith here, or as some of you might know me, EmSmi. I've been living aboard my 35-foot sloop, 'Sea Breeze', for a while now. As a prepper and a single mom, I've got to tell you, this article on building a visual checklist just hit the nail on the head. Having a clear, visual breakdown of tasks or supplies is a lifesaver when you're dealing with limited space and need to keep things shipshape.
I'd like to add a couple of things from my own experience. First off, don't just rely on a digital checklist. It's good to have a hardcopy too, especially when you're dealing with survival situations where power or technology might not always be available. I've learned that the hard way after a severe storm left us without power for a week.
Secondly, it might be helpful to categorize your checklist based on the urgency or importance of tasks or items. In a SHTF scenario, knowing what to prioritize can make all the difference.
Lastly, I'd suggest incorporating a system for tracking what's been done or what's been used up. That way, you're always on top of things and can resupply or redo tasks as needed.
This might seem like a lot, but trust me, when you're floating out in the open sea with a couple of kiddos, you'd want all the organization and preparedness you can get. This article has done a great job of laying out the basics, and I hope my two cents can help some of you out there. Keep your sails full and your preps plentiful, folks!
