Blue37

its at odiham hampshire - needs some woodwork for the doors to cabin - needs a new window seal - removal of old name etc

it is on a trailer in a dry dock marina by the canal so will be trying out the canal first but hopefully later the river - i am looking into insurance now and the boat has a safety license til next year - i also need to buy a day license when i have insurance and bsc registered with local canal authority - the boat needs some work on it though and am not sure where to ask?

any useful tips for first time boat owner?

i was looking into getting a license and they said i was exempt from the bsc but i did need insurance i told them what boat i had and what engine and they said no need for a bsc just need insurance to get a license

what is cart?

hi it has a cabin with a sliding top piece and 2 wooden slot in pieces of wood at the moment - i asked the canal trust and they said if no gas then it does not need a bsc - but that may be different of each canal i guess

yes am going to buy a motor - was thinking of an electric one as that would be nice and quiet but i may just buy a cheap engine to see how boat is on the water - just going to potter about on the canals - the boat is on the trailer - i was told i dont need a bsc as there is no gas - i do need insurance - can also buy day licenses plus others i think - thanks for tip about keels and centre board

hi i have just bought my first boat a skipper 17 to use on the canals would appreciaite any support ty