How to Create a Gift Basket for a New Sailboat Owner

There’s a certain romance associated with sailing a boat. No doubt about it, there’s something pretty powerful about moving a vessel on wind and sails alone. Taking the tiller on a windy day, heeling, tacking; these are things that are as exciting as they sound. A new sailboat owner will approach his new hobby with zeal, but he might not realize all of the things he needs to outfit his sailboat. See the guide below for some ideas on how to create a great gift for a new sailboat owner; a gift "basket" filled with all sorts of sailing goodies.

Step 1: First of all, a basket is not helpful to a sailboat owner, but a canvas bag certainly is. Purchase one of these bags and let it represent the "basket" that you will ultimately fill with goodies. If the boat owners have chosen a name for their vessel, it would be a nice touch to have the bag personalized with the boat’s name.

Step 2: Basics for the basket: Boaters can get a good start with some braided lines and a tool kit. Duct tape is also a good item to have onboard because of the fact that it’s waterproof. He’ll need this item more than he will admit to using it. Also, a few small locks and keys are a nice addition. Sailors like to lock up the various exposed compartments on their boats and these items often rust.

Step 3: Cleaning supplies: The upkeep of a boat can be a surprise to new boat owners. A few cleaning items that would be a great addition to the basket are: large sponges, boat soap, boat wax, rags, and a large boat brush. The task of cleaning a boat can be a tiresome so always offer to lend a hand if you’re lucky enough to be asked onboard.

Step 4: Safe sailing: In order to be safe on the water, the sailor needs a few life jackets and a life ring. Because these items can be expensive, they might not make it in the basket. However, you can purchase a book detailing all of the safety rules and regulations for sailboat owners. There are many sailing guidelines that the first time boater needs to make himself familiar with.

Step 5: Fun stuff: Sailing isn’t all hard work; it’s also a ton of fun. Outfit the basket with a few beach towels, koozies to keep their beverages cold, noodles for lazing around in coves on hot days and CDs to keep them entertained with good tunes (preferably Jimmy Buffett). A personalized flag can also be flown somewhere on the boat; the sailors would love this gift!

Step 6: Travel log: Sailors love to chronicle their journeys. Finish off the boat basket with a travel log in which the first mate can record all of their adventures. A good travel log also keeps track of practical things such as how many hours are on the motor as well as the cost and timeline for maintenance repairs made to the boat.

This article was written by the authors at pet-super-store.com an online pet shop featuring pet supplies including dog beds.