The beauty of inflatable boats is that they can deflate and be thrown in the back of a pickup, or stored away for the winter.
But if you don't take the necessary precautions, mice can eat huge holes and your boat, ruining it beyond repair.
Check into a boat storage facility in your area. Marinas and boat dealers will often provide storage for your inflatable boat and outboard motor. I lost a 2000 dollar Zodiac inflatable to mice eating holes in it. So pay the fifty bucks for storage and save your boat!