<Robert wrote in part: Is part 10 happening a lot, or is this a "just be prepared" point> We've never had to give it up. OTOH we've had some folks who we didn't like look us over and have been ready to. We very seldom have adrenalin rushes and believe that cruisers on sailboats are more frequent targets. Swan Song isn't a vessel that the casual robber will approach lightly. It looks well armed and we've made it difficult for someone in a small boat to see inside to determine if anyone is aboard. We have big perimeter lights that are on all night so you can't see who, if anyone is behind them. The "dogs" will also be barking from behind those lights if you come to close. Sleeping soundly is the best medicine ;-) Ciao Dave & Nancy Swan Song Roughwater 58