Camp Instructions

Winterizing (Revised 11/21)

To freeze proof and secure the camp:

  1. Unplug dehumidifier

  2. Shut off the water pump (switch near pump)

  3. Remove water filter in basement, drain and save filter for next year’s startup

  4. Verify hot water breaker is turned off to save elements from burning out

  5. Open outside faucet near garage door to drain lines and hot water tank (Leave open)

  6. Open all faucets including shower to drain

  7. Remove kitchen sprayer head to drain

  8. Flush two toilets hold down handles until tanks are drained as much as possible

  9. Put 1 cup of RV antifreeze (in utility room) in each toilet tank and 1 cup in each bowl

  10. Put 1/4 cup of bleach in each toilet bowl

  11. Put a half cup of RV antifreeze in each drain (three sinks, and tub)

  12. Remove all smoke detector from wall mounts (6 total) and remove batteries

  13. Bring canoe in from under deck and store in garage

  14. Close garage door and unplug door opener

  15. Bring in everything from the deck including all door mats (front and back)

  16. Move any outside tables and benches under the deck

  17. Remove batteries from all three AC remotes

  18. Be sure TV power strip is turned off

  19. Cover TV with blanket

  20. Turn off all breakers marked for winterization including refrigerator, heaters, stove etc.

  21. Be sure to keep internet power on for Blink security cameras

  22. Turn off AC breaker (double pole breaker, lower right)

  23. Cover outside AC unit, secure with Velcro straps

  24. Leave inside basement and garage door open for ventilation

  25. Remove items from refrigerator, take home

  26. Leave refrigerator and freezer doors open to prevent mildew (power should be off)

  27. Verify all windows are closed and locked

  28. Verify all outside doors (upstairs, deck and front) are locked before leaving (deadbolts and door knobs)