Thanks for the input! I knew I would get some good info from this crew. Sail2wind and SteveinMD, I agree that several of these points can be disseminated over the first few days as they arise and overloading the crew would not be helpful, but some things do need to be known before leaving the dock.

Good call trueblue, I should definitely add Rule #1 to the top. Also thanks to you and Evan for the knot tying links.

Anyone have advice on setting basic rules for young kids that they can remember? The only obvious one I can think of is life jackets on anytime the boat is moving.

I have seen some boats that have some netting up around the lifelines. Is that something that charter companies provide on request or has to be brought in on your own?