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title: "Spring Boat Launch Checklist: De-Winterize and Commission"
description: "Spring checklist before launch: remove wrap, inspect the hull, plug in, batteries, engine and water systems, safety gear and registration, then book your launch."
url: https://boatparking.ca/guides/spring-boat-launch-checklist/
last_updated: 2026-10-23
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# Spring launch checklist

Spring commissioning is winterizing in reverse plus a safety check. Book the launch early, and do this list before the boat goes in.

## Before launch

- Wrap off, look around: Check the hull, through-hulls, prop, drive and trim tabs for winter damage.
- Drain plug in: The most common launch-day mistake.
- Batteries: Charged, clean terminals, reconnected.
- Engine: Belts, hoses, impeller, fluids, fuel filters. Flush antifreeze per the manual.
- Water and head: Flush antifreeze, check pumps and fittings for leaks.
- Safety gear: PFDs for everyone, flares in date, fire extinguisher, bailer, sound signal, licence and proof of competency aboard.

## Questions

**When can I launch?**

After ice-out and once the yard’s schedule allows. See the [haul-out and launch calendar](https://boatparking.ca/guides/haul-out-and-launch-calendar/).

## Related

- [Spring commissioning](https://boatparking.ca/services/spring-commissioning/)
- [Haul-out and launch calendar](https://boatparking.ca/guides/haul-out-and-launch-calendar/)
- [Haul-out and launch](https://boatparking.ca/services/haul-out-and-launch/)

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