06-14-2017, 08:29 PM
SUMMERTIME BOATING RULES... So perfect for this time of year... Thanks Aaron Drake for sharing. I added my 2 sense too!!
UNIVERSAL BOAT RULES... if you don't have a boat or just go out with a friend, please read so you don't act like a fool.... haha ;-) if it's too long to read, maybe you just need to invest in a floatie... haha
Boating friends please read this before you come aboard my boat! Had enough weirdos and "that guys" over the years
BOAT GAS - it's not cheap... it takes a ton of gas to get up and down the lake, tow tubes and other water sports. Offer to pitch in some cash because as a captain of the boat gas isn't the only expense. Boats aren't cheap to maintain so the least you can do is help out with the days gas consumption. Don't be that guy!
FOOD – Don’t be the guy that brings one bag of pretzel rods for a full day of boating. Eventually you'll get hungry (especially after a few beverages) and when you do you'll have to depend on the kindness of others to feed your ass properly (mainly because they don’t want your drunk ass falling off the boat or passing out due to lack of proper nutrition). Consider bringing a sub sandwich, chopped fruit, veggies, chips with dip or some other easy-to-transport food. Be gracious when someone does offer you their food and don’t just take for granted that the host/hostess is supposed to feed you unless this was specifically implied.
DRINKS – Always bring twice what you can drink. Boating is a communal affair and you may have to share a couple beers (because there’s always "that guy" who came completely empty-handed or underestimated their ability to consume beverages on a hot day). Also, don’t show up and set the drinks on the floor, put them in a cooler and cover them with ice. Unless you’re bringing Fireball, we’ll make room in our cooler for that. And drink a water every now and again. Proper hydration will ensure that you don’t get too shitfaced and be “That Guy.”
GUESTS – Did you tell the captain you were bringing a friend/dog/child on their boat? Bringing tag-alongs without notice is a big no-no, ESPECIALLY kids under 18. That +1 may put the captain at overcapacity, or pee on the carpet (the dog or kid, not the friend, unless he's "That Guy"). Some boat outings just aren’t kid-friendly and with a child on the boat, a whole new level of legal liability has just been heaped onto your captain who probably isn't in the mood. Besides, you're now personally responsible for the care and feeding of your guest. You’re going to have to share your warm 6-pack and pretzel rods between two people now. Always check with your host/hostess before dragging along a sidekick. Yes, even you, beloved friend.
SMOKING – Always ask before lighting up on someone’s boat. These are expensive machines that you didn't pay for or are making payments on. Just because boating is an outdoor activity doesn’t mean it’s OK to light up without asking. Owners always fear some drunk dumbass will put a burn hole in the seat. And never be "That Guy" and toss your butts in the water. LIKE EVER.
LITTERING – Speaking of throwing things in the water...Absolutely nothing goes into the water that isn't sea grass or urine. Orange rinds, peanut shells and such are kind of a no big deal but be mindful of your beer caps, cigarette butts, wrappers, cans and red Solo cups. Litter is destructive and disgusting. In fact, if you find a piece of trash in the water, be part of the solution: Pick it up and put it in a trash bag. Don’t be a piggy.
BE PREPARED – Be sure you’ve brought all you need for fun in the sun. This includes sunscreen, sunglasses, Chapstick, and a towel along with your food and drinks. Trust your friends when they say you need sunscreen or a water.
THE CAPTAIN – OK, here’s the deal: The captain is in charge of the boat (the captain may not always be the one in the drivers seat). If he/she says it’s time to go, it’s time to go. If he/she asks you to move, sit down or shut up, do it. As fun and relaxing as boating is, it's the captain's job to ensure the safety of all people on their boat and not get pulled over by law enforcement because a guest is being "That Guy." Also, the captain chooses the music or appoints a DJ, period.
SAFETY – If you feel a “hold my beer and watch this” moment coming up, suppress it. Never push anyone out of a moving boat or jump out of a moving boat. Don't hang out by the motor of a running boat. Don’t try a double back flip off the platform or railing. Don’t sit on the rails or dangle your feet in the water while the boat is running. In other words, don’t be "That Guy."
PASSENGER ETIQUETTE – Respect the boat! Don’t step on seats!. Leave coolers on the floor. Don’t bring any glass on-board unless you ask first. Respect equipment including paddle boards and floats. Don’t play with any buttons or switches. Don’t try to start the boat while the captain is away. Time for a water break? Don't jump out of the boat until the captain gives you the OK and the motor is turned off. Don’t try to “help” unless the captain asks you to. Also, never whip out your aerosol 50 sunscreen spray and do a spray-down while sitting on the upholstery; use your spray sunscreen BEFORE boarding. Why? Because all boat owners know that shit is impossible to clean off the seats, makes them sticky, and generally cuts upholstery shelf-life in half. The lotion kind is better for your skin and the environment, anyway.
DON'T BE LATE – Nothing is more irritating than sitting with a boat full of people in the heat waiting on "That Guy" who didn’t plan ahead. We could be out having fun, but no, we’re still at the dock because you just texted “On My Way!” from inside Smiths or Albertsons. Have some respect for your friends and get there when you're supposed to. NOTE: The captain reserves the right to leave your ass behind without notice if you're more than 15 minutes late.
DISEMBARKING – Don’t stand up until the boat is fully secure. Make sure you grab everything you brought with you on the boat. If you put extra beers in the captain's cooler because you didn't bring one, leave them - he/she just took your ass out and provided you a great day on the water - you can buy more. Make sure all trash has been removed from the boat and take it off the boat. And ask the Captain if they need help wiping down the boat or anything else they may need help with.
Oh and if you want to get invited out regularly, offer to chip in for gas, because boats don't run on "Thanks."
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UNIVERSAL BOAT RULES... if you don't have a boat or just go out with a friend, please read so you don't act like a fool.... haha ;-) if it's too long to read, maybe you just need to invest in a floatie... haha
Boating friends please read this before you come aboard my boat! Had enough weirdos and "that guys" over the years
BOAT GAS - it's not cheap... it takes a ton of gas to get up and down the lake, tow tubes and other water sports. Offer to pitch in some cash because as a captain of the boat gas isn't the only expense. Boats aren't cheap to maintain so the least you can do is help out with the days gas consumption. Don't be that guy!
FOOD – Don’t be the guy that brings one bag of pretzel rods for a full day of boating. Eventually you'll get hungry (especially after a few beverages) and when you do you'll have to depend on the kindness of others to feed your ass properly (mainly because they don’t want your drunk ass falling off the boat or passing out due to lack of proper nutrition). Consider bringing a sub sandwich, chopped fruit, veggies, chips with dip or some other easy-to-transport food. Be gracious when someone does offer you their food and don’t just take for granted that the host/hostess is supposed to feed you unless this was specifically implied.
DRINKS – Always bring twice what you can drink. Boating is a communal affair and you may have to share a couple beers (because there’s always "that guy" who came completely empty-handed or underestimated their ability to consume beverages on a hot day). Also, don’t show up and set the drinks on the floor, put them in a cooler and cover them with ice. Unless you’re bringing Fireball, we’ll make room in our cooler for that. And drink a water every now and again. Proper hydration will ensure that you don’t get too shitfaced and be “That Guy.”
GUESTS – Did you tell the captain you were bringing a friend/dog/child on their boat? Bringing tag-alongs without notice is a big no-no, ESPECIALLY kids under 18. That +1 may put the captain at overcapacity, or pee on the carpet (the dog or kid, not the friend, unless he's "That Guy"). Some boat outings just aren’t kid-friendly and with a child on the boat, a whole new level of legal liability has just been heaped onto your captain who probably isn't in the mood. Besides, you're now personally responsible for the care and feeding of your guest. You’re going to have to share your warm 6-pack and pretzel rods between two people now. Always check with your host/hostess before dragging along a sidekick. Yes, even you, beloved friend.
SMOKING – Always ask before lighting up on someone’s boat. These are expensive machines that you didn't pay for or are making payments on. Just because boating is an outdoor activity doesn’t mean it’s OK to light up without asking. Owners always fear some drunk dumbass will put a burn hole in the seat. And never be "That Guy" and toss your butts in the water. LIKE EVER.
LITTERING – Speaking of throwing things in the water...Absolutely nothing goes into the water that isn't sea grass or urine. Orange rinds, peanut shells and such are kind of a no big deal but be mindful of your beer caps, cigarette butts, wrappers, cans and red Solo cups. Litter is destructive and disgusting. In fact, if you find a piece of trash in the water, be part of the solution: Pick it up and put it in a trash bag. Don’t be a piggy.
BE PREPARED – Be sure you’ve brought all you need for fun in the sun. This includes sunscreen, sunglasses, Chapstick, and a towel along with your food and drinks. Trust your friends when they say you need sunscreen or a water.
THE CAPTAIN – OK, here’s the deal: The captain is in charge of the boat (the captain may not always be the one in the drivers seat). If he/she says it’s time to go, it’s time to go. If he/she asks you to move, sit down or shut up, do it. As fun and relaxing as boating is, it's the captain's job to ensure the safety of all people on their boat and not get pulled over by law enforcement because a guest is being "That Guy." Also, the captain chooses the music or appoints a DJ, period.
SAFETY – If you feel a “hold my beer and watch this” moment coming up, suppress it. Never push anyone out of a moving boat or jump out of a moving boat. Don't hang out by the motor of a running boat. Don’t try a double back flip off the platform or railing. Don’t sit on the rails or dangle your feet in the water while the boat is running. In other words, don’t be "That Guy."
PASSENGER ETIQUETTE – Respect the boat! Don’t step on seats!. Leave coolers on the floor. Don’t bring any glass on-board unless you ask first. Respect equipment including paddle boards and floats. Don’t play with any buttons or switches. Don’t try to start the boat while the captain is away. Time for a water break? Don't jump out of the boat until the captain gives you the OK and the motor is turned off. Don’t try to “help” unless the captain asks you to. Also, never whip out your aerosol 50 sunscreen spray and do a spray-down while sitting on the upholstery; use your spray sunscreen BEFORE boarding. Why? Because all boat owners know that shit is impossible to clean off the seats, makes them sticky, and generally cuts upholstery shelf-life in half. The lotion kind is better for your skin and the environment, anyway.
DON'T BE LATE – Nothing is more irritating than sitting with a boat full of people in the heat waiting on "That Guy" who didn’t plan ahead. We could be out having fun, but no, we’re still at the dock because you just texted “On My Way!” from inside Smiths or Albertsons. Have some respect for your friends and get there when you're supposed to. NOTE: The captain reserves the right to leave your ass behind without notice if you're more than 15 minutes late.
DISEMBARKING – Don’t stand up until the boat is fully secure. Make sure you grab everything you brought with you on the boat. If you put extra beers in the captain's cooler because you didn't bring one, leave them - he/she just took your ass out and provided you a great day on the water - you can buy more. Make sure all trash has been removed from the boat and take it off the boat. And ask the Captain if they need help wiping down the boat or anything else they may need help with.
Oh and if you want to get invited out regularly, offer to chip in for gas, because boats don't run on "Thanks."
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