One other comment, just keep in mind that many marinas/fuel docks don’t open until mid-May, particularly the further north you go to work your way to Chicago. Planning ahead is a good idea, and with some advance notice, many will meet you there long enough to fuel you up.I was talking to the captain I’ve hired and crossing crossing over to the west coast is part of the plan. He says we’ll be less likely to have high winds coming down that side in springtime.