{"id":16611,"date":"2018-04-05T19:07:09","date_gmt":"2018-04-05T19:07:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/?p=16611"},"modified":"2020-12-29T19:15:55","modified_gmt":"2020-12-29T19:15:55","slug":"charter-fishing-etiquette","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/charter-fishing-etiquette\/","title":{"rendered":"Charter Fishing Etiquette: Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts of Charter Fishing"},"content":{"rendered":"

Etiquette is universal. Whether you\u2019re having a tea with the Queen or watching a football match in a rowdy stadium, etiquette will always gain you respect by others. It\u2019s also the same when embarking on a fishing adventure. If you haven\u2019t been on a trip before or been on many, we at Ocean Blue Fishing have come up with a few pointers which will help make your next trip a better experience.<\/p>\n

Always Ask for Permission before Boarding a boat<\/h2>\n

Captains value their boats pretty much more than their own lives. So if you want to start the day right, ask for permission from the captain first before setting a foot on the deck, even if you have paid for the charter. Their boat is where their office and livelihood are at so they would most likely give a few ground and safety rules before letting you enter. Asking permission from the captain will always gain you a lot of respect which is a great start to any trip.<\/p>\n

Manners Can Go a Very Long Way<\/h2>\n

This should go without saying but we will include it anyway. Having manners onboard or off will always go a long way. If there\u2019s something not going well, talk to the crew with courtesy. Though they are paid to do their duties, the crew will always go beyond if you are polite, making the trip more pleasant and enjoyable.<\/p>\n

Tell the Captain and Crew What You Want<\/h2>\n

Don\u2019t forget to talk to your captain about your expected experience. Prior to the trip, tell them what kind of fishing you have in mind. Whether you\u2019re aiming for a specific fish to land, fishing methods you like (or don\u2019t like) and even food and drinks you like to have onboard. The more info you provide, the better for them to manage your expectations.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Put Your Captain and Crew in a Difficult Situation<\/h2>\n

Being demanding at sea and persistent about it is a stressful situation for any captain or crew to be in. If you\u2019ve communicated prior to your trip, captains will generally manage your expectations advising what is and not possible or likely. Making unrealistic demands and not taking your captain or guides advice more often than not leads to an unpleasant experience. You may be a seasoned weekend angler but note your fishing guide fishes almost every day and will know his or her patch of turf better than anyone.<\/p>\n

Anything Can Happen<\/h2>\n

One thing to keep in mind is your guide takes great pleasure in catching their clients fish and will do all they can to make this happen. They are also as disappointed or frustrated as you the client when fish are not co-operating. So, in reality, fishing is just that, \u201cfishing\u201d. Catching does not happen all day, every day. Whether you travel to a destination from the other side of the world, or just walk down to your local dock, nature may or may not co-operate. With this in mind, you\u2019ll enjoy your experiences so much more. The best experiences take place both on and off the water.

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