On 21 Feb 2006 14:14:11 -0800, "Kirk" wrote:

Hi Doug,

Thanks for the reply. She knows she has to put on her vest before she
gets into the boat. The only issue is getting Mom and Dad to set a
proper example.

About the storage: what about another wall on one or both sides of
that space parallel to the side of the boat to make a sort of cubby
with the center left free and uncluttered? I would like to put some
sort of dense gym mat down (cut to fit) over the carpet and could put
some on the walls as well. Also, I've entertained the notion of
sleeping under there the night before the start of the fishing season
here in Minnesota (sans family.) It's not a good fishing boat, I know,
but I'm not a good fisherman.

Anyway, I just really like the idea of having a child-sized space
under the bow and I'll never get another chance with this one. But it
has to be safe and functional.

Another Question: Can anyone think of any other cool amenities for my
daughters "house" as she calls it? I've ruled out the DVD player so
far, because that's not the experience I'm trying to give her (might
reconsider with the terrible two's knocking,) but any suggestions about
decorations, comfort features, etc. would be greatly appreciated.

P.S., would you call this a kiddy kabin?

I bought some 2'x2' sections of 'gym' or playroom mat from Home Depot.
Great stuff, about 3/4" thick. I took out the thick cushions and put that
stuff inside the cuddy. It also keeps the fishing gear from sliding around
on the bare fiberglass.

I've let young kids play in the cuddy, but only when anchored or moving
*very* slowly. A decent sized wake, while you are planing, will have the
kid bouncing all over the place.
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'Til next time,

John H

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