Boat Battery Preservation
Practical advice on extending the life of your boat’s batteries will be included in a lively presentation about marine electrical systems at AYC’s educational program’s presentation April 19th 6.30 to 8:00 pm.
Gio and Julie Cappelli are both graduates of Skagit Valley College’s Marine Maintenance Technology Program and owners of Pelagic Blue Cruising Services where they help cruisers prepare themselves and their boats for offshore cruising. Both are USCG licensed Madters, certified ABYC technicians, and have sailed more than 20,000 milesthrough the Pacific aboard their Mal? 39. In addition to running Pelagic Blue, they teach offshore cruising workshops. When they’re not at sea you can find them planning their next big offshore cruise and helping their clients get ready to set sail for distant shores.
Gio is an ABYC certified Marine Diesel Engines and Marine Systems Technician. He previously worked as a fish biologist and motorboat operator instructor for the Department of Interior. He loves a good mechanical or electrical challenge and is a champion spearfisherman.
Julie used to be terrified of electricity but is now ABYC certified in Marine Electrical and a NMEA certified Electronics and Installer. She has worked as a marine biologist, scuba instructor, and expedition leader. She loves a good electrical or cruising logistics challenge.