weather's been so HOT and HUMID this summer, i'll probably fish mine all year.

however, your manual should outline some 'to-dos' like fog the engine, replace fuel filter, etc. etc.

check your manual for a 'storage' section.

i winterize mine each year. spent maybe 40 bucks on fogging oil, lower unit lube (definitely change that), other little things. had enough left over to use this past year.

check out iboats.com for some advice as well. go to the 'boating forums' and look for mercury faqs.

hope this helps.