Deckie???

[Keechie]

hi i have seen quite regularly that people ask for deckies for certain days. my question is what do you expect of them, as in what do you want them to do and bring? sorry if this sounds stupid or is in the wrong section.

regards,
keechie

[ifishcq1]

Good question bring sense of humour and good company what ever tackle you need and help with the anchoring and help clean the boat depending on the situation chipping in with fuel money could be the go

Hope this helps
Scott

[chief 1]

I think Scott has nailed it

[revs57]

Most importantly, catch the fish!!!

My job is to put the boat on fish, its the deckies responsibility to catch and clean 'em.

Yep all the above too

Cheers

Rhys

[Leighton]

listen to the Captain of the boat, his boat his rules
In recent times we have all herd and seen how quickly the ocean can turn

[bondy99]

I second that Captain Stabin, however common sense also applies

[Spaniard_King]

I expect the Decky to:

Be On time::)

Help Clean the Boat

Chip in for his fair share of the fuel/bait costs and tackle if he uses some of my gear.

Must have appropriate fishing licences(I fish in NSW some times)

Bring his own Rods.

Assist where ever he can.

I don't expect a decky to do something I wouldn't:)

[scrubba01]

Agree with all the above also wouldn't hurt if they were female and looked good in bikini. HA HA!!

[-spiro-]

RIGHT ON THE BUTTON GARRY8-)




I expect the Decky to:

Be On time::)

Help Clean the Boat

Chip in for his fair share of the fuel/bait costs and tackle if he uses some of my gear.

Must have appropriate fishing licences(I fish in NSW some times)

Bring his own Rods.

Assist where ever he can.

I don't expect a decky to do something I wouldn't:)

[TimiBoy]

Also giving Garry a big tick.

Deckies who don't travel by those rules only travel once!

[Cheech]

Yep, what Garry said.

What is interesting is that a few years ago there was a similar thread going round, and there was more than one person challenging this and saying that they do not have others chip in for their share because they were going out anyway and happy to have the company, and if you cannot afford to run it, you should not own the boat. I wonder how may with that view are still around. Particularly when an offshore trip costs $250.00 for fuel and bait. Maybe if you were doing a short bay run, but not for anything else.

Would be interested to know for those that have to tow a long way to the ramp, if they include car fuel in the overall fuel bill. I think it is reasonable to do this as it is all part of the transport to get to the fishing grounds. Particularly if you are towing say from Brisbane to Mooloolaba/Noosa/Hervey Bay. Can cost a couple of hundred in fuel just getting there. Note this paragraph is only directed to distance towing, not short towing trips.

Cheech

[TimiBoy]

I can afford the fuel, but I am not a registered charity, so I expect people to contribute to running/cleaning the boat. There have been exceptions to this in the past, where a person was invited by me, and I knew they couldn't afford the trip. Or if I had asked them to come in order to teach me on something specific. Then I guess it's for the company, or the learning. In both cases I have made it clear that I want no contribution, or that helping clean up will be sufficient.

I don't ask for fuel to get the boat to the ramp, it just doesn't feel right in the guts, and my guts always steer me true!

I've never asked anyone to pay for tackle they've used, and I do quite often provide it.::)

[TimiBoy]

Sorry, I missed the bait bit - I will always ask folks in advance to bring bait, and specify what they should bring, if it's needed.

[timddo]

Man, An offshore trip would cost me around $150 to deept tempest. I usually throw in bait which is $10 and tackle. I'm happy for the deckies to use my gear so long as they take care of it. Mine you , you loose the rod. you replace it with the exact copy, no questions asked.

As for fuel $50 contribution is ok with me.

A blonde female deckie wearing a bikini in her mid 20 twenties would be a bonus.
Brings a new meaning to the word Fishing!!!

[mik01]

Man, An offshore trip would cost me around $150 to deept tempest. I usually throw in bait which is $10 and tackle. I'm happy for the deckies to use my gear so long as they take care of it. Mine you , you loose the rod. you replace it with the example copy, no questions asked.

As for fuel $50 contribution is ok with me.

A blonde female deckie wearing a bikini in her mid 20 twenties would be a bonus.
Brings a new meaning to the word Fishing!!!


a blonde female deckie wearing a bikini in her mid twenties would never be asked to pay on my boat ;D

not that it will EVER happen.... :-/

[mik01]

I expect the Decky to:

Be On time::)

Help Clean the Boat

Chip in for his fair share of the fuel/bait costs and tackle if he uses some of my gear.

Must have appropriate fishing licences(I fish in NSW some times)

Bring his own Rods.

Assist where ever he can.

I don't expect a decky to do something I wouldn't:)

just need to add in another couple of things for the perfect deckie -

Deckie needs to NOT wait until you get out there to tell you he has to come back early for such and such...

Deckie needs to be keen to stay out longer if the fish are on.

Deckie needs to be genuinely friendly and like a chat

Deckie needs to like sunsets and long walks on the beach....
wait - scrap that last one, still thinking of the blonde deckie in the bikini :P :P

[PinHead]

Yep, what Garry said.

What is interesting is that a few years ago there was a similar thread going round, and there was more than one person challenging this and saying that they do not have others chip in for their share because they were going out anyway and happy to have the company, and if you cannot afford to run it, you should not own the boat. I wonder how may with that view are still around. Particularly when an offshore trip costs $250.00 for fuel and bait. Maybe if you were doing a short bay run, but not for anything else.

Would be interested to know for those that have to tow a long way to the ramp, if they include car fuel in the overall fuel bill. I think it is reasonable to do this as it is all part of the transport to get to the fishing grounds. Particularly if you are towing say from Brisbane to Mooloolaba/Noosa/Hervey Bay. Can cost a couple of hundred in fuel just getting there. Note this paragraph is only directed to distance towing, not short towing trips.

Cheech

I was one of those cheech and it still stands..I will not ask for nor accept any money from anyone that goes in the boat with me.
I still think the same way..last boat had a 460l fuel tank..I would not have bought it if I could not afford to run it. The new boat only has a 260l tank but i am still happy to pay all the running costs. I do not mind if the other person provides lunch or bait or something but if nothing then that is fine also.
seeing as u r only up the road from me...when are we going fishing ????

[PinHead]

I often have a mid 20's brunette on board..she never offers any money either..bloody daughter thinks I provide everything.

[Keechie]

thanks for that everyone, it is now all cleared up.

regards,
keechie

[sid_fishes]

so garry, would you give the deckie a real seat mate??

[sid_fishes]

greg, can i borrow her?cheers mate ian

[BrettyJ]

A blond female deckie in he mid twenties, couldn't see much fishing getting done.

[Local_Guy]

Depends on the trip, but...

deckie should provide the bait, as that cost pittance to the money i'm throwing in for fuel, maintence, services, travel to the harbour, fuel for car, operation of the boat, responsibility of all persons on board, safety gear, etc.

Can hold a boat at the ramp before and after trip.

Can drop an anchor and follow instructions when told...

[Mark-P]

I was one of those cheech and it still stands..I will not ask for nor accept any money from anyone that goes in the boat with me.
I still think the same way..last boat had a 460l fuel tank..I would not have bought it if I could not afford to run it. The new boat only has a 260l tank but i am still happy to pay all the running costs. I do not mind if the other person provides lunch or bait or something but if nothing then that is fine also.
seeing as u r only up the road from me...when are we going fishing ????

Have to agree with Pinhead, but if they offer i'll take it for the next trip !!
All they need be is on time at the ramp & ready ......

Mark

[error13_ek]

hi im new here so not sure where to or even if i should ask but.......... if anyone wants or needs company fishing im free all the timei just finished 4 years of chemotherapy and so i have yet to buy a boat im a very keen fisherman and im up for it any time ..... if any one nts company please call me


cheers tristan


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[Keechie]

hi im new here so not sure where to or even if i should ask but.......... if anyone wants or needs company fishing im free all the timei just finished 4 years of chemotherapy and so i have yet to buy a boat im a very keen fisherman and im up for it any time ..... if any one nts company please call me


cheers tristan


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hi try to make a new thread in the going fishing?-meet & greets section you may get a few more replies.

regards,
keechie

[wayneoro]

deckie=mate to share everything with easy

[Kleyny]

I dont ask for money but is=f they throw money at me i will divide the bill.
I have a mid 20s blonde (but now died brown:-X ) siiting at home and she gets very excited when she catches a fish. it helps that night:P

I like to wash my own rig as i know what i like, and no-one else can do it like me.

neil

[ifishcq1]

One tip to owners...never charge for fuel as that constitutes a charter, an incident recently lead to a bloke getting fined $1500 and after the court hearing he was told he should have charged for the bait instead of fuel... you can charge what you like for a share of the bait

Scott

[mik01]

I never expect anyone to help me wash the boat - thats my job.
just pitch in for fuel and share the bait/ice, whatever and we are away.

the costs of servicing, maintenance, storage etc are all mine.
surely 20 or 30 bucks for fuel is only fair and reasonable?

cool if you don't charge for fuel - as a boat owner I would never expect to come out on anyone else's boat without pitching some cash in .

[PinHead]

How often do you get offshore mate whats your average fuel usage a trip?

I know a fella with a 40fter with a 2000L tank he uses 5 litres a trip and doesnt charge either. If you are truly one of the offshore enthusiasts who pay for it all you are one of very few!

I don't go offshore and would not make any difference if I did..I still do not believe in asking anyone to pay for something I would be doing anyway. It others want to charge that is their prerogative.

[PinHead]

you seem to be implying that I do nto take others on the boat with me..far from reality. I rarely go alone..what i did say was..I never take money from anyone for going on the boat with me.

[BR65]

recently sold the offshore rig, but my rules were deckie pays for half the bait, ice and boat fuel for the trip, he gets half the fish, regardless of who caught what.
mind you, I was pretty particular on who got the invite, the regular crew knew exactly what to do, could fish, put boat over the mark if I was busy, and didnt get crook, all helps
cheers
brian

[outsiderskip]

i dont charge a cent either
my fuel bill on boat is about average$200 car $50
bait$70 ice free
i clean boat and they get a feed
and i mainly fish offshore
pete

[Cheech]

Not a fair post Pete. Commercial doesn't count :).

Pinhead, I hear what you are saying, but not everyone has their own business and not struggling for a quid. You are one of the exceptions that can afford it. But most of us are not in that financial situation. It is always a lot easier to spend when you have teh money to spend. If you did start doing offshore trips then you may well change your mind. maybe not.

Greg, I don't think we would be able to get out for a fish, because if you came on my boat you would have to share the cost, and I couldn't come on your boat beacuse I always share the cost on others boats.

[PinHead]

Not a fair post Pete. Commercial doesn't count :).

Pinhead, I hear what you are saying, but not everyone has their own business and not struggling for a quid. You are one of the exceptions that can afford it. But most of us are not in that financial situation. It is always a lot easier to spend when you have teh money to spend. If you did start doing offshore trips then you may well change your mind. maybe not.

Greg, I don't think we would be able to get out for a fish, because if you came on my boat you would have to share the cost, and I couldn't come on your boat beacuse I always share the cost on others boats.

wanna play make the cash flow work and you can gladly have my tax bill..LOL
I do pay my share when with others..always work to the rules on each person's boat.

[rat_catcher]

I would prefer my deckies to act like Captain Stabbins;D
Not sure how many will get this one.....but I am with ya mate! ;D

[rat_catcher]

For a long time I have been paying for everything, except occasionally the neighbour who comes with me a fair bit would pay for the bait and ice. We typically burn around 180-200 litres of fuel per trip. We then have the issue of figuring out how to divide up the fish fairly.

Now that we are going out a lot more and catching decent fish more regularly, I have been tempted to introduce the rule where all costs are split evenly amongst the people on board and then the fish are also split evenly.

If I pay for everything I keep all the fish is the way I look at it! The deckies get a free fishing trip out of the deal, but because I paid I keep!

Honestly though it is all getting too hard....I am tempted to go back to only taking my family and leaving the neighbours/friends etc. out of the equation otherwise somebody's nose is likely to get put out of place.

I don't think there is a right way or a wrong way to do this and I am sure it doesn't matter what you do somebody is going to get upset at some stage.

My only tipif splitting all the costs and the fish is to have an agreement before you go so the deckies can't chose whether to pay or not depending on the catch!

[Leighton]

Not sure how many will get this one.....but I am with ya mate! ;D
ahh if only I had his fishing gear;)

[ifishcq1]

For a long time I have been paying for everything, except occasionally the neighbour who comes with me a fair bit would pay for the bait and ice. We typically burn around 180-200 litres of fuel per trip. We then have the issue of figuring out how to divide up the fish fairly.

Now that we are going out a lot more and catching decent fish more regularly, I have been tempted to introduce the rule where all costs are split evenly amongst the people on board and then the fish are also split evenly.

If I pay for everything I keep all the fish is the way I look at it! The deckies get a free fishing trip out of the deal, but because I paid I keep!

Honestly though it is all getting too hard....I am tempted to go back to only taking my family and leaving the neighbours/friends etc. out of the equation otherwise somebody's nose is likely to get put out of place.

I don't think there is a right way or a wrong way to do this and I am sure it doesn't matter what you do somebody is going to get upset at some stage.

My only tipif splitting all the costs and the fish is to have an agreement before you go so the deckies can't chose whether to pay or not depending on the catch!
Rat catcher you are so right ... he who pays plays.. if you don't share cost don't share fish that is the rule up front except for my regular deckies who help me out with other stuff

Scott

[stevedemon]

Hi all
well most of the time I prefer to fish by myself and on occasions I'll have someone on board .
rules my rules safety always comes first
Anchor prefer to do this myself as have had some Deckies that have placed anchor in an 5mins later your drifting.
as for paying If they wish to contribute that is fine however I never ask for fuel Bait normally have more than enough onboard.
have had mates onboard that have no idea on boats so again I give them a run down on the if's and but's with no questions asked.
however saying this I still prefer to do most things my self that way If any thing happens it is my responsibility and no blame to anyone else.
now for the question to you guy's do you make sure your Deckies whether a sea vet or just a beginner knows where every thing is (eg) Safety gear Radio and how it works and what to do if Emergency pops up and how to start and drive your Vessel? not a silly question as I have ask a few people i know with boats and this is the one thing they forget again safety first

I may not have much in cash but when I do get on the water if someone is coming with me the company is great good conversation and laughter and supply there own gear if not then I will supply the gear so long as they look after it
if they break it they replace it, believe me took one mate out and he lost a good Rod an Reel over the side still waiting for the replacement but has never been on board since.

Cheers
Steve

[CCDrifter]

Splitting the cost of taking someone out for the day fishing is only the start of the real cost. When you consider what we all spend on maintenance/electronics/tackle/boat purchase. But I am sure that is not what any of us where thinking when we bought our boats. The main thing I think is as long as the Deckie helps out with whatever is fair and resonable and everyone has good and safe day on the water.

Nathan

[reel scream]

Keechie PM your number and if i need a deckie during winter i will give you a ring.

Cheers Scott

[azzure]

look its fair if someone chucks you some money. now, im not someone that makes alot of money as im only a student. to what some of you guys have described, no offence ofcourse, deckies sound like slaves that have to pay to come on your boat. if i was have a "deckie" on my boat and cleaned the boat etc. i wouldnt make the poor bugger pay. if they wanted to come out and they helped with the cleaning etc. yeah if we splitting cleaning why not. but mates are mates, i dont take money from them :)