Checklist

[Guffer]

Having been on a couple of dives where I got to my destination and THEN realised I had forgotten something, I now use a checklist. I thought I would list it here for people to use/plagiarise/amend as necessary. I have different boxes dependant on whether I am doing a shore/boat dive and whether I am staying overnight in the (rather comfy) boot of the car.


Spearo Box
Suit
Gloves
Socks
Fins
Mask, snorkel, spare mask strap
Weights vest and belt
Spearguns and bungs
Gun tools, crimps and line
Float, line, weight and flag
Mesh bag
Allergy medication*
Decongestant pills*
Diahhorea pills*
Beach shoes
Knife, PLB and torch

Car Box
Kettle
Cooler
National Trust sticker
Towel
Water storage
Liquid soap
Mug, coffee and snacks
Warm clothing

Boat Box
Fuel tank
Outboard and flushing bucket
Tool box for boat
Anchor and line
Air pump and connectors
Warps
Dive Flag
Radio and case
Tablet, power pack and waterproof case (chart plotter)
Nav light and pole
Battery and flares
Depth/Fish finder
Compass
Lifejacket (not needed if wearing suit)
Bailer
Mackerel feathers
Sailing cap and glasses

Car overnight
Sleeping bag
mattress, pillows
Portapotty and toilet paper*
Gas stove
Pans, knife, cutlery and cutting board
Oil, garlic and white wine
Books
Films and media
Evening clothing
Shave kit

*I have IDB, so this is essential for me

 

[Andrew Fogarty]

I have a similar approach when preparing and lay everything out on the garage floor so I can visualize it then put it into colour coded bins. Its then ready for a trip bar the wet suits which hang up until departure. But forgetting something is the worst. The boat is separate and always ready to go so I just hook up and load the gear boxes, ice, bait, ect, then get a good nights sleep.