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Originally Posted by Joey Dah Fish
Bullet well said. One counter point though. Do you think the boat would have sailed at all to take you fishing with out the mates. Is it the mates fault that the captains decide to determine his or her salary by under paying and making them dependent on tips. Is it the mates fault if the captain doesn't find fish?
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No, if the boat doesn't catch fish, they simply aren't biting.. The captains know where the fish are.. The only excepe\tion is when they simply aren't where they normally should be, such as bluefish this year.. Its the fault of the conditions that particular day, if the fishing is bad.
I can't say why a mates salaries are low.. However, I can remember years ago, some mates stayed with certain captains for YEARS, had homes and families etc.. They probably did ok, otherwise why stay in the business?
As far as sailing without the mates, of course, the captain needs them to sail.. However, my question remains.. Do I tip the mate just for showing up for his job??.. Even if he never comes in contact with me at all on any given day?... That happens a lot. Thats my point.. I am not sure I am obligated to tip... Lets put it this way.. If you went for pizza, but brought it out to the car yourself , should you tip the waitress thats serving others at tables??.. Yes they work there, they work for tips, and should be tipped for good service,, However you did NOT utilize her service that day.. Next time you might if you sit down to eat... Thats my take on it.. Tips should be a reward for services rendered.. If no services are forthcoming however, am I still obligated???. bob
