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STEELHEADHOUND1357
10-29-2002, 06:28 PM
anybody got fishing partners that cancel out on you at the last minute or want you to pay for everything at ur own expense?
Not more than once. :grin:
timinthegorge
10-29-2002, 06:52 PM
I've been one of "THEM" and now I have a nice boat, and I'm payin' back some karma......
It's good to get a clue...... :grin:
steelheadslayer
10-29-2002, 07:29 PM
I'm with keta, once i might let slide, but twice and the phone forgets their number. :grin:
STEELHEADHOUND1357
10-29-2002, 07:51 PM
good because that is what i do to.
1pump
10-29-2002, 11:58 PM
Cancel at the last minute? Naaaahh, that would way too considerate. I prefer "partners" that don't show up at the ramp at oh-dark-thirty. "Too hung over" or "Forgot your number". You betcha.
zomonster
10-30-2002, 02:10 AM
They know what time I told them to meet me at the house, if I have to wait longer then 30 minutes, it's the first and last time for them.
crabbait
10-30-2002, 06:48 AM
Showing up at least close to the agreed upon time is important to me. If you can't make it on time at least call my cel and let me know what's up. Stand me up without notice and we have a problem.
As far as the cost goes, there are a lot of fishing partners who could not go as often as I would like to fish with them if I tallied up the cost and handed them their share of the bill. I am pretty fortunate to have a job that pays well and is secure. Some of my friends are not as fortunate. Kinda hard to come back from a fishing trip, call a friend and tell him what a great time i had when i know the reason he declined my offer to go is that he can't afford his end and still make the house payment and feed the kids.
The difference in cost between fishing alone and fishing with a friend is not that much. I still have to tow the boat and cover launch fees and boat fuel. It is well worth the small cost to me to get folks out fishing who otherwise might not have the opportunity. It will all even out in the long run. :wink:
[ 10-30-2002, 08:30 AM: Message edited by: crabbait ]
Crabbait,
It shouldn't mater what the pay difference is. I'm not working and still expect to pay my way.
Boat payments can take a big bite out of a budget.
[ 10-30-2002, 06:55 AM: Message edited by: Keta ]
Sturgeon 42
10-30-2002, 07:00 AM
I am with Crabbait, I take friends and expect nothing unless they offer, but when they become a nusience to me, ( one friend tried to ram another boat trolling for springers,I told him no,he said I'm driving I'll do what I want) Last time he went with me....... :grin: :grin: :grin:
What crabbait said. If I'm fishing fairly close to home I really don't expect anything, maybe a bag of ice for the cooler or a muffin. If I were driving to the coast or over twenty or thirty miles some gas money is greatly appreciated. Heck, most of the time I'd be going fishing any way, with or without company.
Smj
Tyeebuster
10-30-2002, 05:48 PM
I agree with crabbait, I will also be fishing with or without the fishing partner. I always remember that I fish with or near peaople I WANT TO FISH WITH. If it wasn't my choice I would be a guide! (I really can't think of anything worse than spending a day of fishing with a knothead. Guide more than earn their money some days)
With that said, I keep a tight schedule and if my partner for the day is having problems they need only call my cell phone to make other arrangements.
Spoons
10-30-2002, 07:11 PM
The last year I have fished more by myself than with my normal partners. One of my partners I have only taken once this year because of last year when we went and we took my boat, I drove, my pole and tackle he catches the only fish and throws it in his cooler and on the way home he says "too bad you didnt catch one!". Not being one to ask as I always offer my share I just waited to see how it panned out and sure enough he cleaned the fish but did not filet it. Thats it for him and I still think he doesnt know why I call. Another partner seems to never be able to wake up at 5am! Too bad as I only wait about 10min.
5-Cents
10-30-2002, 07:42 PM
I agree with crabbait. Most of my friends could not go all the time if I asked them to pay + half the time I am fishing with my dad who does not have an income. I figure I owe him BIG TIME so he never should pay. :grin: graemlins/hearton.gif :grin:
I do like the fact that most of my friends offer to pay something, the offer means a lot and sometimes I take them up on it to keep them on their toes :wink: As for the pickup I have a 10 min rule. Most people have cell phones now days so if they don't answer after 10 min I hit the road or hunt them down! :shocked:
If someone stands me up or calls at 11 PM the night before I don't think I would be asking them again.
:cheers:
ampersat
10-30-2002, 08:06 PM
my boat, my rules. don't like my rules, get out of my boat. the dock or take out point is miles away? what are you whining about? now get out!
on time or on the cell. sometimes plans change. i'm willing to be flexible and expect the same of others.
captain of the ship calls the shots. captain says we fish here, we fish here. captain says you fish for free this trip, you fish for free. some folks do better than others financially and are willing to swallow the cost of a trip for the company of a good fishing buddy. money ain't everything but good friends are.
this boat runs on gas, not thanks. i took a trip for free once (captain did not offer). i'm still working my way back into good graces on that one and i was lucky. now, just like tipping, i overpay for a trip as guest. just like overtipping, overpaying for a trip will get you much better response the next time around. some folks refuse cash. fine, pay 'em in something they can use but you can't. hard for 'em to refuse that.
on a slightly different point, if you're invited on a trip and can bring your own gear, do so, as long as you clear it ahead of time. manage your own rod. learn the techniques. don't just sit there like a paying client expecting your host to deal with everything.
STEELHEADHOUND1357
10-30-2002, 09:24 PM
thats right ampersat :cheers:
bigfishon
10-30-2002, 09:38 PM
I would rather supply all the gear and bait, pay for the fuel and the food and have the company of a good freind while fishing, rather than sitting on the bank alone only to have some budweizer guzzler come sit next to and start flapping his lips at me. No matter where I go to fish alone, someone always stands or sits right next to me and some are great people some just arent, would just rather be with one of my friends is all.
On a mission
10-31-2002, 12:23 AM
In our group of fishing folks, the guy's going pay for breakfest and bait and help cleanup. The guy with the boat takes car of gas for truck and boat, unless its a really long trip, then we all help with money for gas. In our group of fishermen some like to run the boat and some like to do the tackle, it just always works. Most important were together and having fun.
[ 10-30-2002, 12:25 PM: Message edited by: ON A MISSION ]
Troller
10-31-2002, 09:45 AM
I have been pretty lucky. I have not had anyone not show or cancel the last minute. My buddies that fish with me Know the drill. Bring lunch, snacks, beer and of course extra for the captain. I supply all gear, bait, gas for boat and truck. Most of the time I dont even get a chance to pay launch fees someone is allready taking care of it . Then when done for the day we head back to my house to clean it all up. Most of them pitch 5 or 10 or 20 bucks my way at the end of the day. They know it aint cheap owning a boat , tow rig, gear. I do have one friend that doesnt give me anything but we have been doing this to each other going way back to high school 24 years ago. he drives he covers I drive I cover. If I did have someone that wouldn't show on time or help. They would move to the bottom of the list. I have found I dont have enough room to take everyone that would like to go.
I second what Ampersat says...well put! We all need to establish our priorities and then execute accordingly. Friends come before money, for me...of course, it ain't easy being my friend either! Tight lines and good friends is what it is all about.
WP