Chaunclm: Sounds like exciting fun.
Delegate many details ie; boat prep, provisioning & other things the crew can handle based on capabilities/experience..........so You are not carrying the heavy load by yourself.
Don't lock yourself into a drop dead schedule which could sway your decision making at a critical time.
By all means everyone should have plenty of rest before you cast off & keep getting it everyday (no matter when - those naps add up) so that the watch schedule is safe......especially after the excitement of day 1 wears off.
Have Fun!
