Coast Guard boarding on Tuesday

[bigal427]

I think they are doing a great job. They have to be out there anyway why not do something useful. The boats have to run and they need to practice. They have always been courteous and friendly .

[Reel Class]

What was the purpose of the boarding? Safety check? Striper check?

[bigal427]

Striper check. They also did a safety check while aboard

[Capt. Debbie]

I 3rd that opinion. Should the government create yet another agency to enofrce Federal fish & game? USCG do this as a minor part of their job. Usually the people that complain the most are the people that boardings get positive results from.

Yes, having USCG assets offshore amongst boaters instead of tied to their dock is a blessing. Few realize that until they need help. Most boaters need assistance in places other than dockside. Thats for the Auxilary or AAA to do. A cutter on station offshore near fishing grounds ensures faster response times. Or am i missing something?

And objectively speaking, it looks like Big Al was running away. Not sure if the VHF was working as USCG hail you on Ch 16 too. Commerical guys are supposed to monitor VHF 16. Rec guys don't even need a VHF until the boat is 20 meters.

And then what happened in the end... Nothing.

Originally Posted by Cuz

I know it's an inconvience but I like the fact they are doing their job for their wages. And they do catch law breakers all the time. There will always be crooks. And a lot more if they are not being watched.
God bless the Coast Guard and all military services who protect us.
A Navy veteran -Cuz-