As the weather begins to warm up in Central New York, many boat owners are getting ready for their first day on the water. But after months in winter storage, your boat needs more than just fuel and optimism. At Brinson Marine in Syracuse, this is the exact spring startup process we use in our shop to prepare boats for a smooth, trouble-free summer. Below is the same checklist our service team follows. Step 1: Test and Reconnect the Battery If your boat was properly winterize

If you’ve ever felt uncertain when attaching your boat trailer — aligning the hitch, securing safety cables, or getting your lights working — this video is for you. In this guide, we walk through everything you need to do to hook up your boat trailer safely and correctly. ✅ Why It Matters Connecting your boat trailer properly isn’t just about convenience. A bad hookup can lead to: Hitch failure and potential trailer detachment Unsafe towing, risking damage to boat, trailer —