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Volunteer tasks are divided by department.  We strive to have something that everyone enjoys.  Please browse through the available jobs below.  Volunteer jobs are continuously updated through out the year, and members are encouraged to check back frequently for new opportunities.  Don’t forget to keep track of your volunteer hours.  You can enter all completed volunteer hours for the year by filling out the “Completed Volunteer Job Report Form“.

You will receive a reminder email 1 day before your scheduled volunteer commitment.

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Borrow-A-Boat Volunteer Opportunities 2025

Event Chair: Rich O'Hare

May 1, 2025
Take 5 Launch Preparation. Completed by May 1st

Remove Cover (label poles in sets, tie wrap in groups of 3 sets and store under cradle). Fold cover and place in cabin
Clean Deck, cabin topsides and cockpit (soap and warm water with scrub brush on deck)
Clean and Wax Top Sides. Do not wax hull it is vinyl wrap. (Soap and water above waterline, sand and scrube below waterline to remove algae & crud)
Sand, repair and prep boat for anti-fowling paint
Apply anti-flowing paint (1 coat)
Clean and Organize deck and cabin (deliver boat cushions, sails, safety gear and rigging in storage locker).
Install tiller handle if removed
Install motor & gas tank (fill tank with Esso 91 fuel)
Clean & hang fenders
install 50 foot lines at bow and stern for launch
Prepare dock lines (verify good condition, install bow lines on dock, set stern lines on dock so they are ready to secured to tires)
Launch day support (start engine and drive to slip once launched, set legnth of dock lines, close up boat like finishing a sail, pack down cradle in yard)
Prepare boat for launch
10 hours each

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May 1, 2025
Project X Launch Preparation. Completed by May 1st

Remove Cover (label poles in sets, tie wrap in groups of 3 sets and store under cradle). Fold cover and place in cabin
Clean Deck, cabin topsides and cockpit (soap and warm water with scrub brush on deck)
Clean and Wax Top Sides and Hull (Soap and water above waterline, sand and scrube below waterline to remove algae & crud)
Sand, repair and prep boat for anti-fowling paint
Apply anti-flowing paint (1 coat)
Clean and Organize deck and cabin (deliver boat cushions, sails, safety gear and rigging in storage locker).
Install tiller handle if removed
Install motor & gas tank (fill tank with Esso 91 fuel)
Clean & hang fenders
install 50 foot lines at bow and stern for launch
Prepare dock lines (verify good condition, install bow lines on dock, set stern lines on dock so they are ready to secured to tires)
Launch day support (start engine and drive to slip once launched, set legnth of dock lines, close up boat like finishing a sail, pack down cradle in yard)
Prepare boat for launch
10 hours each

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May 1, 2025
Wee Beestie Launch Prepation. Completed by May 1st

Remove Cover (label poles in sets, tie wrap in groups of 3 sets and store under cradle). Fold cover and place in cabin
Clean Deck, cabin topsides and cockpit (soap and warm water with scrub brush on deck)
Clean and Wax Top Sides and Hull (Soap and water above waterline, sand and scrube below waterline to remove algae & crud)
Sand, repair and prep boat for anti-fowling paint
Apply anti-flowing paint (1 coat)
Clean and Organize deck and cabin (deliver boat cushions, sails, safety gear and rigging in storage locker).
Install tiller handle if removed
Install motor & gas tank (fill tank with Esso 91 fuel)
Clean & hang fenders
install 50 foot lines at bow and stern for launch
Prepare dock lines (verify good condition, install bow lines on dock, set stern lines on dock so they are ready to secured to tires)
Launch day support (start engine and drive to slip once launched, set legnth of dock lines, close up boat like finishing a sail, pack down cradle in yard)
Prepare boat for launch
10 hours each

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May 1, 2025
Just My Imagination Launch Preparation. Completed by May 1st

Remove Cover (label poles in sets, tie wrap in groups of 3 sets and store under cradle). Fold cover and place in cabin
Clean Deck, cabin topsides and cockpit (soap and warm water with scrub brush on deck)
Clean and Wax Top Sides and Hull (Soap and water above waterline, sand and scrube below waterline to remove algae & crud)
Sand, repair and prep boat for anti-fowling paint
Apply anti-flowing paint (1 coat)
Clean and Organize deck and cabin (deliver boat cushions, sails, safety gear and rigging in storage locker).
Install tiller handle if removed
Install motor & gas tank (fill tank with Esso 91 fuel)
Clean & hang fenders
install 50 foot lines at bow and stern for launch
Prepare dock lines (verify good condition, install bow lines on dock, set stern lines on dock so they are ready to secured to tires)
Launch day support (start engine and drive to slip once launched, set legnth of dock lines, close up boat like finishing a sail, pack down cradle in yard)
Prepare boat for launch
10 hours each

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May 1, 2025
JMI – replace fuel limes. Completed by May 1st

1 volunteer, 2 hours
Replace diesel fuel lines
Install new fuel filter with proper heat shield

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May 2, 2025
Take 5 – Repair Deck under Stanchions. Complete by May 2nd

2 volunteers, 8 hours each, deadline, May 2

remove stanchions (2 rear most possible 4)
cut out weakened area of deck and soggy deck core filler
remove material to find dry edge of core
clean area thoroughly with acetone
fill with new core and fiberglass it in
complete job with epoxy top layer and fair to match deck profile
top with gelcoat
Drill holes and reinstall stanchion with bolts bedded in 4200 adhesive chalking
Replace and tension lifeline

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May 2, 2025
Wee Beestie – Tiller Handle repair. Completed by May 2

(1 volunteer, 3 hours)
repair and varnish handle
install on boat

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May 2, 2025
JMI – Lazy Jack System Design. Completed by May 2nd

Design lazy-jack system for boat
Budget and recommended items for purchase
To be installed before masts are raised
1 volunteer, 4 hours

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May 5, 2025
JMI – replace mast-deck electrical connectors. Completed by May 5th

Source new connector for mast
Install connector and test wiring with mast

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May 10, 2025
BAB Boat Mast Raise & Boat Rigging

Work party for BAB team to install masts, rig boats and install safety gear

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May 10, 2025
JMI – Electrical Panel Cover. Completed by May 10th

Fabricate and install a cover to protect backside of electrical circuit breaker panels
1 volunteer, 4 hours

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May 10, 2025
JMI – Electrical Panel Cover. Completed by May 10th

Fabricate and install a cover to protect backside of electrical circuit breaker panels
1 volunteer, 4 hours

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May 15, 2025
Project X – cockpit organizer installcompleted by May 15th

Install new winch handle pocket and cockpit organizer for skipper items
1 volunteer, 2 hours

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May 15, 2025
Project X – Boom rigging repairs . completed by May 15th

Repair outhaul control line to allow for full travel
Install new clam cleat on boom for outhaul

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May 15, 2025
Take 5 – Boom Rigging Repairs. Completd by May 15th

(1 volunteer, 3 hours)
Repair outhaul control line to allow for full travel
Install new clam cleat on boom for outhaul

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May 15, 2025
Take 5 – Repair mainsheet block and cleat. Completed by May 15th

(1 volunteer, 2 hours)
Cleat not closing properly
Block needs adjustment or replacement

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May 15, 2025
Wee Beestie – Electric Motor Conversion Plan. Completed by May 15th

Investigate options to replace outboard gas motor with a comparable electric motor
Prepare budget and plan for installation
Consider battery, cable, motor size and model, security, charging
1 volunteer, 6 hours

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May 15, 2025
Wee Beestie – Boom Rigging Repairs. Completed by May 15th

(1 volunteer, 6 hours)
Replace sheeves for outhaul and reef at stern end of boom
Repair outhaul control line so it travels freely
Install new clam cleat for outhaul
Repair reefing line in boom
Install cap on end of boom for safety

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May 15, 2025
JMI – Remove radar post, sensor & display. Completed by May 15th

1 volunteer, 4 hours
Remove Sensor post
Remove wiring, keep stern light wires
Reinstall stern light on rail
Remove display from cockpit console
Cap holes in cockpit

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May 15, 2025
BAB Equipment box organize. Deadline to completed May 15th

1 volunteer, 2 hours
Organize equipment in BAB box
Organize tools
Organize screws, bolts, hardware

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May 30, 2025
Project X – Teak Varnish. Completed by May 30th

2 volunteers, 4 hours each
2-3 coats of varnish on all exterior teak

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May 30, 2025
Take 5 Teak Varnish. Completed by May 30th

2 volunteers, 4 hours each
2-3 coats of varnish on all exterior teak

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May 30, 2025
Wee Beestie – Teak Varnish. Completed by May 30th

Strip old varnish from companionway door panels
Refinish doors
3 coats of varnish on all exterior teak

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May 30, 2025
JMI – Install electrical bilge pump. Completed by May 30th

Plan installation with hose routing, thru-hull connection, electrical controls, switch
Install pump and wire according to plan
Install hose and thru-hull
Install switch on panel
1 volunteer, 4 hours

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May 30, 2025
JMI – Teak varnish. Completed by May 30th

Strip old varnish from companionway door panels
Refinish doors
3 coats of varnish on all exterior teak
1 volunteer, 4 hours

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May 30, 2025
JMI – Modify Jack Stay Rigging at Deck. Completed by May 30th

1 volunteer, 2 hours
Figure out way to clip the rigging to the mast step when not in use

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