Medicinal Pot on Party Boat?

[Pajay 1962]

Went fishing over the weekend on a party boat in NJ. Observed a couple guys in the back of the boat smoking a joint. They did this a few times during the day, yet nothing was done. I'd like to know - isn't this illegal? I see almost every charter or party boat post that illegal drugs will not be tolerated (didn't see that poster on this boat). Could it have been for medicinal reasons and that's why nothing was done?! I know at least one mate saw it happening and nothing was done. To me and the others on the boat, it was just ridiculous that they couldn't leave their habit at home, even if it could possibly have been for medicinal purposes!:mad:

[slammer]

If you have an issue talk to the captain.If you don't like the outcome find another boat.

[makosnax]

Lighten up Francis

[FASTEDDIE29]

Wishing I was on that boat this past weekend, LOL! Would've made up for the lack of keeper Fluke in my cooler, HAHA!

[Almaink]

Its the new world we live in. Men can marry men and women can marry women, three states have legal Pot and more states are considering it. Before long it will be a free for all so Trust in God and keep your powder dry!

[fin_s_guy]

Lighten up Francis

:D

[klark2008]

What boat is it. So we all know what boat to go on lol.

[Jay]

The person should had the decency of at least going upstairs to do their business. I don't see what is the big deal about it. Better than getting drunk and acting stupid or hurting someone or yourself. Like the moron this weekend who decided to drink a bottle of vodka and was hammered by 10 am falling all over the place. Pot smoking doesn't do that Just saying...... :D;)

[Fisherman120]

Do I care if somebody smokes weed or not? Not at all, but on a public boat with likely many patrons on a weekend it's absolutely not the place to do that. Speak to the captain and see what he says, I wouldn't want to be around that myself.

[Pajay 1962]

I was being "nice" by saying medicinal - I'm sure it wasn't. Seriously, I thought that the captain or boat owner could get into some major do-do for that happening on their boat. Every boat I've been on said that drugs will not be tolerated.

[EEL killer]

The person should had the decency of at least going upstairs to do their business. I don't see what is the big deal about it. Better than getting drunk and acting stupid or hurting someone or yourself. Like the moron this weekend who decided to drink a bottle of vodka and was hammered by 10 am falling all over the place. Pot smoking doesn't do that Just saying...... :D;)

Absolutely Jay ,what other people do in non of your business unless they are hurting you . If nobody else minds let it go and if you mind find another boat to fish on .

[bunker dunker]

if they were not hurting anyone or causing a seen,who cares.just fish!!!!

[ChaosStarter]

The person should had the decency of at least going upstairs to do their business. I don't see what is the big deal about it. Better than getting drunk and acting stupid or hurting someone or yourself. Like the moron this weekend who decided to drink a bottle of vodka and was hammered by 10 am falling all over the place. Pot smoking doesn't do that Just saying...... :D;)


This. I'd rather have stoners on my boat than drunks. :rolleyes::p

[SplitShot]

Hey... I hate when someone lights up a cigar a foot from my face on a Party Boat, even though it's legal. But if I don't like it go on a charter or GET MY OWN BOAT!!! hahahahaha :D

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[courbeco]

Hey... I hate when someone lights up a cigar a foot from my face on a Party Boat, even though it's legal. But if I don't like it go on a charter or GET MY OWN BOAT!!! hahahahaha :D

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Exactly, but given a choice I'd rather smell the cigar.....JMHO.

[Joey Dah Fish]

My 10 cents :) if there were children On board I have a problem with it.
If not who cares. And have others have said I'd rather have stoners than drunks any day

[Fishhead728]

Are you mad they didn't share lol

[bigfish1011]

Great news- use to never set foot on a boat without my 'Dramamine'... Never had the balls to light up on a boat though.. I guess times are a changing- seen plenty of guys spark one offshore tuna fishin

Matter fact.. Who's got a light?

[Jay]

Like Joey Dah Fish said, if they're are kids on board. Then, that is a different story. Those clowns should of gone upstairs like I do. :D:D

[hh52]

Use a vebor pipe problem saloved

[shrimpman steve]

I'm going to take a stance that might be a surprise to some of you. It is still illegal so one should be discreet on a party boat. Especially with kids on board. Charter or private boat, hey baby, whatever feels right. As long as it is ok with the captain.

[Tpkc2]

Not sure of the NJ law but I know in Colorado you can't smoke medical marijuana in public places!

[Art Berkman]

Party on Garth :D

[Fishhead728]

Dude where's my boat

[Bass Specialist]

Only issue I would have is if there were young kids but other than that..toke til ya choke

[dfish28]

Wow!! Touchy subject... Ya it happens... A lot... If kids are there, wait till they're not , go upstairs or refute to do it at that point, I remember it back in the day smelling it like OMG what are the doing on the jetty!... Now... Well to each there own, but I'd prefer high bastards to drunk ones 8 days a week!:cool:

[Joey Dah Fish]

Sounds to me like a lot of you are smokin dat sticky green bud mon. That's why they call it dope :D . I'm just having some fun with I can't anymore shit makes me paranoid and I get the smalls :D

[dfish28]

Joey.. The way you type right now.... I would highly recommend not to smoke if it is available , unless you hire a stenographer for you post! ;)

[Joey Dah Fish]

Joey.. The way you type right now.... I would highly recommend not to smoke if it is available , unless you hire a stenographer for you post! ;)

Ahhhhh go on!!! :p

[Duffman]

Damn...doesn't anyone get piss tested at work besides me?

[dfish28]

Translator...

[dfish28]

Damn...doesn't anyone get piss tested at work besides me?


Lmmfao: yup we do!!! Lol

[rumster]

My 10 cents :) if there were children On board I have a problem with it.
If not who cares. And have others have said I'd rather have stoners than drunks any day

Perfect point Joey. If someone has children lets say through the ages of 10 ` 14 do you really think that father wants his children to think that doing drugs in a public place is except able? Not that those *******s who were getting high in plain view give a shit about anything else other than their own needs.
Are we really to the point that we now choose people who get high over being drunk? Believe me, I am the furthest thing from a holy roller and I have seen more than most working in Newark for 25 years, but it`s really screwed up that so many people have such a liberal mindset, which explains a lot regarding where our society/country are headed. Common sense hit`s another all time low.

[courbeco]

Perfect point Joey. If someone has children lets say through the ages of 10 ` 14 do you really think that father wants his children to think that doing drugs in a public place is except able? Not that those *******s who were getting high in plain view give a shit about anything else other than their own needs.
Are we really to the point that we now choose people who get high over being drunk? Believe me, I am the furthest thing from a holy roller and I have seen more than most working in Newark for 25 years, but it`s really screwed up that so many people have such a liberal mindset, which explains a lot regarding where our society/country are headed. Common sense hit`s another all time low.

Good points. To each his/her own but if you choose to partake, smoke it in your own surroundings. Personally, I don't care to smell this crap, it is a disgusting smell. Use common sense around our younger generation. Just my $.02.

[Jigman13]

New meaning to party boat fishing lol...

Stoners offshore, regardless if private or charter, are the worstttttt! Especially chunking at night... Wobbling around, tying sh*tty knots, constantly asking to fire up the grill and endlessly thinks it's a good idea to rig up a donut and set it down into the slick or feed my live squid chocolate chip cookies. Def don't let them even consider gaffing a boat side fish.

Keep it on the party boat or back at the dock... And always pass left! Haha!

[squan63]

I'd have a problem if the captain was up top doing 1 hitters

[Joey Dah Fish]

New meaning to party boat fishing lol...

Stoners offshore, regardless if private or charter, are the worstttttt! Especially chunking at night... Wobbling around, tying sh*tty knots, constantly asking to fire up the grill and endlessly thinks it's a good idea to rig up a donut and set it down into the slick or feed my live squid chocolate chip cookies. Def don't let them even consider gaffing a boat side fish.

Keep it on the party boat or back at the dock... And always pass left! Haha!

Lol pass the dutchie to the left hand side peeeeerrrrrrrfect

[Joey Dah Fish]

Lol pass the dutchie to the left hand side peeeeerrrrrrrfect

Jig man can you titanate for Adam please :p

[Detour66]

I don't care for any smoke around but it's ok with me it they smoke whatever! Just bring it up stairs...it's as simple as that! Fish on!

[NoLimit]

Yeah it's real fun till it isn't

My buddy just got back from court cause his medical marijuana son in another state got a judge to sign a restraining order against his Dad

Stoner boy said he was paranoid his dad was going to shoot him

The judge finally got the other side of the story and terminated the restraining order because the boy lied.

The problem is my friend can kiss his hunting lease goodbye this year since it will take that long to get his shotgun back.

Half of skunk smokers are turning psychotic or other mental problems with long term use - like playing Russian Roulette with a double barrel shotgun.

[Dino]

gotta respect the boats rules, but im on the whats the big deal side. be discrete, be respectful, keep it away from the kids, light up, fish hard and enjoy the day !

[Tony Cav]

Medicinal Marijuana can not be smoked in public. It must be smoked at home or otherwise in private. The laws are not clear concerning transporting it or using it in a location other that ones private residence.

These guys were just living it up and having a good time.


Why do you think they call it a "party boat"?

[torchee]

It should be prescribed (in some form or another) for sea sickness, nothing works better.

Maybe as an edible..

[bulletbob]

Damn...doesn't anyone get piss tested at work besides me?

I did for years,, School bus driver. Even if I was getting "second hand" exposure, it could bring a positive, and I'd be gone...Our testing was random as well.. anytime on any given day.
One time, I was sitting at a traffic light, stopped. A guy in a van ran into my bus. Rear ended while stopped.

He goes on his merry way, after getting an "insufficient brakes" ticket, I am taken from my bus on the spot, another driver substituted, and taken to the bus garage, where there is a drug inspector waiting for me, and I get piss tested and breathalyzed, while the driver that hit me while I was stopped, is driving around.
So yeah, these days, I want to be no where around anyone thats smoking horseshit on a headboat.. It could cost me a job... bob

[ChaosStarter]

Are we really to the point that we now choose people who get high over being drunk? Believe me, I am the furthest thing from a holy roller and I have seen more than most working in Newark for 25 years, but it`s really screwed up that so many people have such a liberal mindset, which explains a lot regarding where our society/country are headed. Common sense hit`s another all time low.


Easy there Ronald Reagan. Maybe it's because people are starting to figure out that it's not as bad the the government has made it seem for the last 70 years. Don't start bringing politics into this as the reason for the negativity towards it is because of politics in the first place.

[GDubya07]

If you are on a Party Boat be respectful to others on the boat especially kids or go upstairs - Dumbazzzes.If it bothered yo that much you also should have asked a mate or the Captain to tell those Dumbazzes to stop or do something about it

Charter boat totally different ball game right there

To each is own , I have to fish next to guys who chain smoke and are piss drunk sometimes, it is a party boat and you should know what your getting into when you get on one

I would rather fish next to a stoner than a drunk - much easier to deal with -IMHO and experience

X2 ChaosStarter-

But isnt it our time Mr. Hand?

GDubs-:cool:

[bunker dunker]

dave's not here man!!!

[frugalfisherman]

I'd rather be fishing next to mellow guys on pot rather than a bunch of drunks screaming every retarded thought that comes into their minds at the top of their lungs.

[SnackAttack]

WOW, that was some interesting reading.
I also would rather be next to a guy who is stoned instead of Drunk, I just don't want to get second hand weed smoke cause I too get drug tested at work and don't need to lose my job because someone doesn't have the decency to have consideration for others.

[Dino]

Top 10 greatest threads all time on NJFishing HAHA

[Harpoon]

Did you break the speed limit at all...even by 1mph on your way to the boat?
I'm sure you did...so why is ok for you to break the law while others can not?

I learned what weed smelled like for the first time when I was on the Miss Belmar 2 at the age of 7...also learned what a drunk at 9am looks like as well! My dad was there every step of the way explaining things to me...not hiding me from reality like many of today's parents.

How many guys were on the boat that took a vic/perc/oxy/aderol in am that was not prescribed to them? Probably more than you think!

Why people get their panties in a bunch over this topic is beyond me. If a head boat offends you then maybe think about taking a sponsor charter boat on here...plenty of them.

Now where did I put my Doritos?

[courbeco]

I realize that we beat this thread to death, but just curious to know if the USCG Zero Tolerance Law is still in effect for passenger vessels...? Most used to carry the placard in the photo...:confused:

[PaBeerGuy]

Mind if I smoke? :)I don't care if you burn.:D

[RussH]

Yeah mannnn fishing is great, but have you ever tried fishing... ON WEEEEED?


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[makosnax]

dave's not here man!!!

Lmao classic!

[Art Berkman]

My Eyes are going Crazy!!!

[ChaosStarter]

yeah mannnn fishing is great, but have you ever tried fishing... On weeeeed?


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hahahaha.

I'll say this about when I used to smoke (can't now due to drug testing policies). If you were catching fish after you smoked, it was the greatest, most fun thing you could ever do. Smiles up to your ears. However, if you didn't or werent catching shit, you didn't want to be there and everything sucked.

[rockhopper]

It should be prescribed (in some form or another) for sea sickness, nothing works better.

Maybe as an edible..

Try CBD oil. All the benefits of pot( and there are many) but without the high. And no smell of smoke to offend others. And completely legal in all 50 states.
I Just started using it for the health benefits and rarely ever get seasick but it is supposed to be good for nausea so it should work

[rockhopper]

And every one do yourself a favor and Google CBD oil. Or search ( cure your own Cancer. Org). And due your own research. There is tons of info online about this. Find out the real reason marijuana is illegal ,it totally shocked me.

[Gerry Zagorski]

Sorry to kill the buzz here but it's not legal to smoke pot on a boat period. Captain, crew, passenger or for medical purposes.

Every Coast Guard Licensed Captain is subject to random drug testing. They send you a letter and you have 36 hours to report to a lab or risk loosing your license. I was just random tested last week and over the 10 years I've had my license, I was random tested 2 other times.

Like Joey, I don't partake any more... Makes me paranoid and all kinds of wacky thoughts going through my head.

[jakesdad]

After reading 50 some replies, it is illegal and can cost the Captain his license.

The number of you that said it could cost you your job, not only would he lose his job but he would lose his business. Not one captain has replied to this thread, but if someone could cost me my business I would be pissed.

What you do that effects only you is you business, but when you can interfere with someone's business it's time to realize this world isn't only about you.

Henry

[courbeco]

After reading 50 some replies, it is illegal and can cost the Captain his license.

The number of you that said it could cost you your job, not only would he lose his job but he would lose his business. Not one captain has replied to this thread, but if someone could cost me my business I would be pissed.

What you do that effects only you is you business, but when you can interfere with someone's business it's time to realize this world isn't only about you.

Henry

Exactly and as Gerry has stated in his post. Personally, I look for the Captains that have the "No Drugs Permitted On Board" clearly written in their policies. Personally, I don't really care to smell that crap while fishing.

[bunker dunker]

dave's still not here man

[tautog]

I use medicinal pot before I read anything from the NMFS.:eek:

[1captainron]

I could care less about what people do on their own time....Not on my Boat though. Couple times in the past when I have smelled it on the guys boarding, I pulled them aside and told them the Rules, no problem.
If someone does happen to light up on the trip, they are told immediately to end it, I don't call the cops, we don't make a scene, case closed.

If I did nothing, my regs would loose all respect for me and my business and chances are I would loose them. If a State Trooper is on-board (and we have several) that are customers, he could make the Captain take the boat back to port and file charges on the Customer and the Captain. It happened many years ago to a well known Captain at the time.

Get High on the Fishing and the fact that your alive to enjoy it! Besides, you might go scitso!:D

[HerringKing]

wishing i was on that boat this past weekend, lol! Would've made up for the lack of keeper fluke in my cooler, haha!

lol

[SplitShot]

Were These The Guys You Saw?

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[stevelikes2fish]

Damn...doesn't anyone get piss tested at work besides me?

Exactly. I have DEA clearance and background check, along with random drug testing because of the nature of the business where I work. Have nothing against pot heads, as along as you don't do it around or near me. If you do, and jeopardize my position at work, well, you will end up with my foot up your ass, plain and simple.

[BOOMER43]

Ok I think everyone has gotten their point across. It's getting old quick. Now everyone let's go fishing!

[irishc]

Below is some information about the NJ medicinal marijuana program. You’re telling me that 2 people on the head boat you were on had one or more of the following conditions ( Sarcasm)???

Ok, ok, all joking aside, marijuana is still illegal in NJ and the law mandates a zero tolerance on for hire vessels. It is hard to believe that a captain or his employees would put their livelihood/job at stake… Then again maybe not, a lot of people are really stupid!

For all the private boaters who have responded in jest to this thread… Don’t forget, having/allowing your buddies to use Illegal drugs on board your vessel has implications too. What do you think will happen if law enforcement, i.e. – fish & game, NJ State Police, or the Coast Guard stops you and your crew is in possession or under the influence of illegal substances? You as the boat owner/operator can be stone sober, but if your crew is under the influence you will be in a world of trouble. It is your boat and what happens on it is your responsibility!

In order to become a registered patient with the Medicinal Marijuana Program (MMP), you must:

•Be diagnosed with a debilitating medical condition by a New Jersey physician registered with the MMP.
Approved debilitating medical conditions include:
•Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
•Multiple sclerosis
•Terminal cancer
•Muscular dystrophy
•Inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn’s disease
•Terminal illness, if the physician has determined a prognosis of less than 12 months of life.

The following conditions apply, if resistant to, or if the patient is intolerant to, conventional therapy:

•Seizure disorder, including epilepsy
•Intractable skeletal muscular spasticity
•Glaucoma

The following conditions apply, if severe or chronic pain, severe nausea or vomiting, cachexia or wasting syndrome results from the condition or treatment thereof:

•Positive status for human immunodeficiency virus
•Acquired immune deficiency syndrome
•Cancer

[BOOMER43]

I thought this site was about fishing. Not crying about people smoking some weed. I get that people should be more discreet about it and respect their fellow anglers. But if you want to have a perfect fishing experience according to your values then book a charter. Now let's get back to fishing instead of bitching!

[Dino]

In other news the Grateful Dead just played their last show :(

[tautog]

When I have to throw back 2lb sea bass next month, I will need some kind bud to smooth me out.:eek:

[Skolmann]

I could care less about what people do on their own time....Not on my Boat though. Couple times in the past when I have smelled it on the guys boarding, I pulled them aside and told them the Rules, no problem.
If someone does happen to light up on the trip, they are told immediately to end it, I don't call the cops, we don't make a scene, case closed.

If I did nothing, my regs would loose all respect for me and my business and chances are I would loose them. If a State Trooper is on-board (and we have several) that are customers, he could make the Captain take the boat back to port and file charges on the Customer and the Captain. It happened many years ago to a well known Captain at the time.

Get High on the Fishing and the fact that your alive to enjoy it! Besides, you might go scitso!:D

Well stated

[Joey Dah Fish]

This thread is almost as good as Flukasaraus :D

[1captainron]

This thread is almost as good as Flukasaraus :D

And it should end...right now. Fishing Reports is what I pay for and expect. This has gone to far. I only posted in reply to something about the Party boats, so please, move this to NON-Fishing or delete it Gerry.

[Offshoreafflicted]

If possession for medicinal purposes is legal does that make smoking in public legal? What about being in federal waters and charged by coast guard under Federal Law?

If you are on a vessel that leaves state waters can you be charged with smuggling as opposed to possession when you return to the dock?

I don't know the answers but you may want to do a little research before you spark one up in public. Would hate too see anyone made an example of for something silly.

[Jay]

And it should end...right now. Fishing Reports is what I pay for and expect. This has gone to far. I only posted in reply to something about the Party boats, so please, move this to NON-Fishing or delete it Gerry.

Couldn't agree with you more. Let's see some fishing report! :D

[PaBeerGuy]

It should be prescribed (in some form or another) for sea sickness, nothing works better.

Maybe as an edible..
I thought your name might be an indicator, torchee.;) I agree too, nothing works better.;)

[rumster]

Easy there Ronald Reagan. Maybe it's because people are starting to figure out that it's not as bad the the government has made it seem for the last 70 years. Don't start bringing politics into this as the reason for the negativity towards it is because of politics in the first place.

Deal with the reality of life straight. No crutches needed here in any way shape or form. Sorry to hear that your days of partying are over because you had to conform to some type of rules and regs to maintain employment. Really, How some people try to justify things never ceases to amaze me.