My nephew went to Texas A&M maritime academy merchants Marines.. Was a deck hand then a 3rd mate then a second mate now a 1st mate. And now is training to be a harbor pilot... He's out of the Gulf of Mexico in a ATB.now.. 3 weeks on 3 weeks off... He loves it... And travels the world ....
Thank you Danny for taking the time to talk to us. I think you made the right decision for sure and wish I did something in the maritime business when I was younger. Thanks Tim, good video for sure!
A boat or a ship is well served by having Academy Grads as well as Haws Pipers. Both have pros and cons. The deck hand experience is key for tug boat and two boats. Tim, yo'ure positive attitude is contageous-sign of a great Captain & Leader. Many can ship or tow handle, not all can lead. Well done Tim & Danny.
Thanks so much Tim and Danny!!! Danny you have a great teacher the world is your oyster, fell the wind and tide, be the boat and it will resonate from your brain right down to the very bottom of your ass Wish I was you God Bless.
We own a 50' power boat and cruise constantly. Brought the boat from Chattanooga TN down the river system and ended up in Palm Coast FL where we live now. Watching what you do is of special interest to us as for 900 miles, we interacted with large tows constantly all pushing. Once on the salt, they were towing. Learned real fast communication and one whistle, two whistle. Keep them coming Caot! Great videos
Great video Cap’n Tim! I spent 30 years in the Coast Guard, and had the pleasure of spending 18 years in the AIDS to Navigation field working buoys and building fixed navigation structures on tug and barge’s.You are spot on when describing trainees...there is a certain sixth sense required when it comes to piloting ships and recognizing when things are going wrong, and being able to quickly adapt tot those external factors. Thanks for sharing your videos!
I just wanted to add my name to the many commenters here thanking Danny for his contribution and sharing his experience. It may not seem to him that he really said anything outstanding but for us it was great just hearing it from his perspective. I'm a retired Motor Mechanic, Bulldozer driver and underground coal miner. Several career changes throughout my working life. In some of those I went through the school type system and others through the equivalent of the Hawsepipe. So I'm well aware of the relevance of what Danny (and you Tim) were saying... Found myself often actually nodding in agreement.
There is a lot of knowledge packed into these 25" from both of you. I taught throughout my career and Danny matches up with the best of the students I had. Great attitude and willingness to learn, and enough reflection to understand that the learning never stops.
Thanks Danny, for letting us hear your experience... probably more important for the younger folks to hear, they're the ones with the opportunities to do what you've done. I've seen Cheif Makoi's academy videos... I'm guessing your experience was not as regimented as his, although it seems that the final result is similar. Very appreciative of your company for letting you share with us... this is so much better than anything Discovery Channel could give us.
Thanks for sharing your different paths to the wheelhouse. My son has taken the "Danny way", started a three year maritime college education (with no maritime experience prior), followed by a year as a cadet. Now he' s a deck officer on a small bulker trading in north european waters.
Wish I had the forethought 45 years ago that Danny has today. Lots of smart young people in this world. Great to see them as successful young adults. Good luck Danny. Thanks for your work Tim.
One of the things that comes through immediately in Danny's conversation is the serious manner in which he approaches the work. From what I can see, the duties are technical, challenging, and require maturity, awareness, asking others for help, and excellent judgment. It's clear Danny is learning, but holds these attributes. I hope you all take some pride in this important work and that everyone keeps on learning!
Thanks Danny you look like a bright chap...lucky to have Tim to train you. Tim you are so right trying to train someone who wants to learn is a pleasure, if they don't basically forget it. If there is no mutual respect you are both lost. Great vid mate ingat
So not only do you drive well, you seem to be a good mentor, too! A couple of my racing crew from the sailboat days went on to the Maritime academy, and today one is driving a HUGE tanker and the other doesn't drive any more but he's a very successful real estate guy. Danny reminds me of both of them. Well done, Captain!
That was Really Great having Danny on here with his story of coming along, A lot of the same process in the Aviation side.. Some folks do the college route, some of the smarter, more privileged go to the military schools like the Airforce academy, and some like me start late after having Other jobs for 10-12 years then go into flying on the old WWII round engine taildragers hauling freight around the country at Night, working your way Up to the big jets by going to a company that has something you qualify for now, rinse & repeat until you are where you want, Like Danny did knowing he wanted to be on a Tug & Barge outfit. And as in any business where you train folks, as it was explained to me by some friends in the Training dept, Simulators etc, there are Good pilots that are Always Good, And there are bad pilots that are Always BAD.. it doesn’t mater What your background is either, some folks can pick up all the common sense stuff right away, like weather patterns, how they work with the wind & rain 🌧 snow ❄️ & ice 🧊 tides & currents etc, etc... then the Others NEVER get it, they can pass a test in the schooling portion of the training, but Don’t understand it at All in real life and no matter How many times you show them, you Still get that 2,000 yard stare from them. I am preaching to the Choir here though , as I know You Know....!! Good Video, Tim 😎👍✅✈️👨✈️⛴🌊
Another great interview! It's interesting to see the workings and interaction of your combined jobs. Most of what you told us is not surprising but really good to actually hear and understand from both perspectives. Captain, you have a great touch of humanity with whom you work and deal. That's the great part of your videos! Thanks!
Very good video Tim and I wish Danny all the best in his career. I went from DHU ( deckhand uncertificated) to finally hold my Master's Certificate of Competency. My biggest incentive to go from the deck to the bridge was getting washed around the deck of AHTS (anchor handling tug supply) and looking up to see the captain in the dry on the bridge. Fully agree about the hawse pipe route being closed down but things over this side of the pond have got so bureaucratic I'm glad I'm out of it. Keep safe, keep sane and keep afloat over there Tim.
Thank you for watching Ricky. It's kind of funny. For some reason I thought the bureaucracy problem was just over here. I guess I have always looked up to you guys thinking you were somehow immuned to it. Be safe my brother.
Ricky M Herbert... It sounds like you were on the Supply boats working the oil rigs in the north sea.?? I am on that FB group and see a lot of that sea 🌊 washing over the deck crews, and Think to Myself, “I would Never work on the deck of them” Flatbed Trucks of the sea...!!
@@robfraley4210 Hi Rob, Yes I was in it during the early 1970s when they had just started moving into the northern N. Sea. So the boats were a bit primative. Did 14yrs most as Master. Then just could not face another winter anchor handling. So packed it in and went back coasting. Following which I did 6yrs offshore diamond mining in Namibia. Politics made me come home from that. Finally finished with 11yrs on aggregate dredgers. Got replaced by a Eastern European Master. Which was actually a blessing in disguise. Now ashore enjoying a job with none of the hassles and responsibilities I had at sea!
Ricky M Herbert, WOW 😳 you would Certainly have some good stories to tell, for sure..!! Myself, I have had 53 different kind of jobs, a little bit of everything here and there, to many things to mention with my bad eyes & typing now, but my Hats 🎩 off to you for even doing That One, North Sea Supplyboat deckhand.....!!! 😎👍✅🌊
Thanks, Tim and thank you Danny for bringing out all that information. Tim, this guy's got his head on straight! Got a good base in the academy and now another good practical teacher.
Really enjoyed the interview with Danny. Spent a lot of time in Vallejo, both of my Grandfathers work at Mare Island. California Maritime Academy is just down the road from me and I was impressed with their curriculum when I was looking for schools after High School. But, the US was in a conflict known as the Vietnam war which made the academy not the best choice. Well Done to both of you...
Good morning Tim, thank you for the video and explanation of the process being a trainee on a tug boat!! Thank you Danny for his input!! Take care Captain Tim and crew, Stay Safe!! 👍😎🇬🇧.
Love some of your quotes - “Mother Nature will write the last chapter” if anyone has been at sea you’ll know exactly what this means - respect her and maintain your vessel to the highest standard and you won’t be in the last chapter -
I remember it was 1973 and almost all the old tug guys in Alaska didn't have a license. The CG decided that you have to have a license so they came up with the OUTV (operator of uninspected towing vessel) license. They were all pretty much Grand-fathered in. Good tug sailors but not so good with the book learning or formal tests. Things are much different now. I worked for a lot of these legends.
Great video. So many parallels between my 40 yrs in aviation and your tenure in the maritime industry. I’m with you Tim, I learned from the school of hard experiences and when it became my turn to train young pilots sharing the thought processes is invaluable. But, today having that 4 yr degree gives any person a better beginning. Having the desire to learn, to pitch in and be part of the team pays off for everyone down the line. Keep up the good work.
Thanks Tim for this great video. I wish I weren’t in my 60’s because I may have made a different career choice. Thanks to Danny for sharing his experiences.
It takes a special kind of personality to be patient and pass their skills onto a person learning the trade. I have been involved as a training instructor and a FTO during my career. Keep up the great work and thanks to your mate.
Tim... thank you- Thank you for this video. I once suggested to the mother of my stepson, this career path at this exact academy (I, a truck driver, was making a delivery across the street from it years ago) as an alternative to a 4 year university with no goal in mind. As any parent can attest to, the rising costs and massive debt carried by today’s youth in traditional academia is financially crippling the next generation giving us parents great fear about the financial viability of a traditional path for our youth. The trades are an excellent alternative for the next generation to enjoy a desired skill set away from the 9-5 and ass-kissing office politics. To today’s youth: Take note in what captain Tim is showing is here for a father’s perspective. Thanks again Tim, we always learn something new here, and if you can, more perspectives from the up-in-coming would be enjoyable.
Oh. Almost forgot. I'm going home tomorrow for 3 weeks and in that time need to produce some sort of watchable content for the channel. I have been laying the groundwork for a "How I got here" backstory video. Wish me luck.
It was nice to meet the other captain. Thanks for sharing your experiences on getting were you are now. Great video on the trade and how to join. Keep up the great videos Captain Tim.
Mr. Tim...These videos are very interesting. Tomorrow I got my appointment at a local Maritime Academy to see how things are and hopefully enroll from there. I already have time at sea when I was in the Navy so hopefully we will go from there. These videos served as inspiration to actually take the first step. When class starts...I will make sure to mention this channel to the rest of the class.
Another great video. A good leader of men will always be blessed with excellent team mates. I agree there are pros and cons between an academic route and one starting at the bottom. Which is best depends on the personality of the individual.
Good Job again , Tim! Welcome Danny! I drive little boats around your old school, Danny, might have talked to you on the radio when you were on the Cub or Black Bear. Congratulations on landing a fine position with a great mentor! Tim, you DID get it right , FINALLY. Yes, it's "Portagee". Timmo, La mujer is muy bonita! Sus esposa?
Awesome content, Always a treat to see someones journey. Always wanted a job on a boat but life got in the way, I will just have to concede and be a weekend warrior.....LOL
I loved this and your channel! This video was spot on! Last year around this time I found out about the maritime academies after already earning my 100 ton master, 200 ton mate, AB, and a list of STCW courses. Now, I'm transferring this fall to Cal Maritime! I'm excited to learn more and can't wait to see what my future has in store! Keep up these great videos Tim, please!!!! You're inspirational!
Zach!!! First of all, congratulations on gong to Cal Maritime! It will be way worth it. Second, thank you so much. I've home for a week now and got most of my projects done around the house. So now being Friday night, with most everything shut down, I am alone and was kind of bummed out. Then I read your comment and it makes me so happy. Thank you again!
Thank you for watching Mark. I have wanted to do exactly that for a long time, but the guys are really reluctant to come on camera. I am hoping they will be inspired by Danny coming on.
As a Chief Engineer on several tugs I learned that “It’s not my job to steer the boat, nor even ring the bell. But let the Damned tug hit the dock, and see who catches HELL”. Be a man, be a ‘Hawse Piper’... Hands on, On the Job Training... Does Danny now have a towing endorsement or Pilotage yet? Good luck to him too... When al else fails, blame the Chief... 😜
Thank you Chief. Danny out his time in and is working on his recency out of town. I think he had his towing endorsement after school, but I could be wrong. He has one now. Lol
TimBatSea I appreciate it sometimes, especially if the vent tubes are spraying diesel on the decks.... Ya gotta love boatin’..... Good hearing from you Tim. Again, fair winds and following seas...
Cal MARITIME is about 10 miles up I 80 from wear I live. I made the mistake of not going to that school, too many years ago. I did teach diving to the Cadet’s for a couple years. Captain Tim, in my observation the student at Cal Maritime are a cut above most college students.
Hi Tim. The audio data signal is always faster than the video data signal. Because video has much more data to process than with audio. So the video has to play catch up. My Church found this out when they were live streaming to You Tube. The solution for us was to use software to sync up the two signals.
Seems like he is a good hand. That’s hard to come by these days. I say to people to get out of your comfort zone. That helps you learn & grow as an individual. Find your weak point & improve on it. I have been doing heavy commercial & industrial HVAC for 20 years now. I went through a 5 year apprenticeship plus Technical school. This industry really gets people out of their comfort zone. Grab it by the horns. You guys be safe out there.
Also yes I have made my fair share of mistakes, I’m not afraid to admit it. I say just be honest about it, it makes it so much easier to own that mistake.
Very interesting. You are right that every business is based on the quality of its people. You guys are first rate in every category; knowledge, skill, and humanity. Good people. But can he cook?
Great Video! Good career advice! Australian Maritime College in Tasmania is the best equivalent here in Australia's. If only I was as young and smart as Dan. Like Tim i came up the hard slow and painfull way but i dont regret chosing a maritime career for one instant.
Another excellent video Tim. Danny seems like a great guy, and from what we have seen from your videos, he has a wonderful teacher who's patient and understanding with a great disposition. Hopefully Danny realizes just how lucky he is to have ended up with you as his training Captain. ; ) He could have just as easily ended up with one of those "large personalities" (ahem) that you mentioned earlier. Certainly plenty of those out there in the marine industry, huh? I have a question about the 6 ON / 6 OFF operating schedule that you guys do. In the event of an incident/accident while Danny is running the boat, (God forbid) are you also "responsible" for any violation / hearing that may result, since you are the Captain of the boat, or does the sole responsibility rest upon him while he is operating the boat? Just curious how that works.
@@TimBatSea Well, isn't that a nice little *bonus*. LOL I'm sure those first few weeks were a little "sleepless" for you as you first turned over the boat to Danny at the end of your shift, before becoming fully confidant that he could handle it. I know that I certainly would be. Especially if I was held responsible for anything that may occur while I was sleeping. Yikes! When are we going to meet Reggie? Other than that brief galley mealtime showing in that first "A Day in The Life" video, we haven't seen much of him, but from the little bit of radio chatter that we could hear, it sounds like you both have a lot of admiration and respect for each other.
This was a great clip, interesting and informative. one thing I have learned in all my ventures is you can't teach experience it has to be learned as an experience if that makes sense and one is never to old to learn from experience Danny is going to go far thank him for doing this video I am curious as to what the wash out rate is from start of School to settling in to a career is. CUOTO
When I started out on the railroad I usually tried to tell new hires that there is a big difference between reading about the job and sitting in a classroom compared to acctuly being out in the field. Some guys learned quick and others washed out with in a month or two.
A very good video. A good way to promote the Industry. While the 3rd Mate Unlimited is a good license and kudos for the kids getting them, it needs to be put in perspective that it is a learners permit on a tug and a paper pusher/ cargo mate on a ship. Still a good stepping stone with hard work.
Wish I'd seen this when I was 19. I tried to get job in merchant marine so went to Mc Cormack Co. For job, told I needed " papers" from coastguard. We t to coastguard, told needed a job. Couldn't figure out how to proceed so I joined Navy for 4yrs. . 1962 Ha! Ha!
Thank you for watching and for your service Bob. Yes, things have changed. You used to have to have a letter of intent to hire from a company before you got your Z-Card. Thankfully those days are over. #CUOTO
Ah, I remember in the olden days a lá Tim era. You could work yourself up from say AB or oiler and up. Some schooling was required for certs but nothing like today. Just like you said, indirect, some people have it and some don’t. With the system today, you find more frequently cadets who may be great in the academy but lack the finesse onboard. I’d say with the old system people would be vetted out sooner. Anyway, vast majority of youngsters do have a good future in the marine business since most I believe have a call to go to sea. Great video as always. Thanks.
Thank you for watching! I am curious if you use the indonesian subtitles I have been putting up for a few months now? Be safe, and I'll see you on the one!
That was great. Please pass my thanks to Danny. As someone who's considering quitting the desk, it's really helpful to get that perspective. Can I message you with follow up questions?
Thank you for watching and I am glad Danny was instrumental in getting you out from behind the desk. Lol. Feel free to contact me at timbatsea@gmail.com
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My nephew went to Texas A&M maritime academy merchants Marines..
Was a deck hand then a 3rd mate then a second mate now a 1st mate. And now is training to be a harbor pilot... He's out of the Gulf of Mexico in a ATB.now.. 3 weeks on 3 weeks off... He loves it... And travels the world ....
Thank you for watching David. You will impress your nephew if you call him a chief mate instead of 1st mate. He is on an amazing trajectory. CUOTO
Thank you Danny for taking the time to talk to us. I think you made the right decision for sure and wish I did something in the maritime business when I was younger. Thanks Tim, good video for sure!
Thank you very much for watching Chad.
A boat or a ship is well served by having Academy Grads as well as Haws Pipers. Both have pros and cons. The deck hand experience is key for tug boat and two boats. Tim, yo'ure positive attitude is contageous-sign of a great Captain & Leader. Many can ship or tow handle, not all can lead. Well done Tim & Danny.
Thank you very much for watching Rick and for the kind words. Merry Christmas. CUOTO
This video is great for young people who think they are interested in this kind of work. Thanks for posting. If I had only seen it 40 years ago...
Thank you for watching John.
Thanks so much Tim and Danny!!! Danny you have a great teacher the world is your oyster, fell the wind and tide, be the boat and it will resonate from your brain right down to the very bottom of your ass Wish I was you God Bless.
Thank you very much for watching Harry and thank you for your kind words.
We own a 50' power boat and cruise constantly. Brought the boat from Chattanooga TN down the river system and ended up in Palm Coast FL where we live now. Watching what you do is of special interest to us as for 900 miles, we interacted with large tows constantly all pushing. Once on the salt, they were towing. Learned real fast communication and one whistle, two whistle. Keep them coming Caot! Great videos
Thank you for watching. Be safe out there.
Barry Buchner... I got my Multiengine Seaplane ATP rating down at Palm Coast Seaplanes back in 1994, not even sure IF anyone is doing that now.🤷🏻♂️🤔
Not many people know how great it is to have a good mate. Actually being able to sleep without worrying something is gonna go wrong.
Thank you for watching Jacob. Yes! You are so Right!
Great video Cap’n Tim! I spent 30 years in the Coast Guard, and had the pleasure of spending 18 years in the AIDS to Navigation field working buoys and building fixed navigation structures on tug and barge’s.You are spot on when describing trainees...there is a certain sixth sense required when it comes to piloting ships and recognizing when things are going wrong, and being able to quickly adapt tot those external factors. Thanks for sharing your videos!
Thank you for watching Rick. If you are new to the channel, Welcome. Please consider subscribing as i try to post new content every Tuesday. CUOTO
I just wanted to add my name to the many commenters here thanking Danny for his contribution and sharing his experience.
It may not seem to him that he really said anything outstanding but for us it was great just hearing it from his perspective.
I'm a retired Motor Mechanic, Bulldozer driver and underground coal miner.
Several career changes throughout my working life.
In some of those I went through the school type system and others through the equivalent of the Hawsepipe.
So I'm well aware of the relevance of what Danny (and you Tim) were saying... Found myself often actually nodding in agreement.
Thank you very much for watching and for your kind words.
There is a lot of knowledge packed into these 25" from both of you. I taught throughout my career and Danny matches up with the best of the students I had. Great attitude and willingness to learn, and enough reflection to understand that the learning never stops.
Thank you very much Dean!
Great video Cap. Tim :) Excellent knowledge!!! :)
Thank you Sam!
Thanks Danny, for letting us hear your experience... probably more important for the younger folks to hear, they're the ones with the opportunities to do what you've done. I've seen Cheif Makoi's academy videos... I'm guessing your experience was not as regimented as his, although it seems that the final result is similar. Very appreciative of your company for letting you share with us... this is so much better than anything Discovery Channel could give us.
Thank you very much! Chief Makoi makes some truly great videos and an awesome channel to watch.
Agreed he does some great videos
Another awesome video Tim! Thanks Danny for showing us a little of what you do as well!
Thank you very much.
Thanks for sharing your different paths to the wheelhouse. My son has taken the "Danny way", started a three year maritime college education (with no maritime experience prior), followed by a year as a cadet. Now he' s a deck officer on a small bulker trading in north european waters.
Thank you for watching. And a big congratulations to you and your son.
Wish I had the forethought 45 years ago that Danny has today. Lots of smart young people in this world. Great to see them as successful young adults. Good luck Danny. Thanks for your work Tim.
Thank you for watching Charlie. We are lucky to have him.
One of the things that comes through immediately in Danny's conversation is the serious manner in which he approaches the work. From what I can see, the duties are technical, challenging, and require maturity, awareness, asking others for help, and excellent judgment. It's clear Danny is learning, but holds these attributes. I hope you all take some pride in this important work and that everyone keeps on learning!
Thank you very much for your kind words!
Thanks Danny you look like a bright chap...lucky to have Tim to train you. Tim you are so right trying to train someone who wants to learn is a pleasure, if they don't basically forget it. If there is no mutual respect you are both lost. Great vid mate ingat
Thank you very much Roger. Danny has come along way and we are lucky to have him!
Pass on my thanks to Danny for coming on camera. An excellent and informative presentation from you both.
Thank you very much John.
Great to see this, Tim!
Danny has clearly got his head screwed on tight, and is in a good place with you as his mentor.
Thank you Darren. We are lucky to have him.
Good job.Keep it up.Always learn.Thank you for the video.
Thank you for watching!
Good one boys and welcome to Danny.
Keep smiling
JD
Thank you for watching John.
So not only do you drive well, you seem to be a good mentor, too! A couple of my racing crew from the sailboat days went on to the Maritime academy, and today one is driving a HUGE tanker and the other doesn't drive any more but he's a very successful real estate guy. Danny reminds me of both of them. Well done, Captain!
Thank you very much William! I really appreciate your kind words.
Great video and wonderful insight Thanks Danny for sharing your story
Thank you for watching
Nailed another one Tim, It was a pleasure to meet Dan what a nice young man
Thank you very much Brian. I am lucky to have him on our crew.
Another great video! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you for watching JD!
I think the Mate is very lucky to have a great instructor that wants to train. If he will LISTEN to you he can become a great operator....
I really appreciate your kind words!
Great video Tim. Danny sure has a good mindset & attitude. Very interesting profession.
I am very lucky to still have him with me. Thank you for watching Doug. CUOTO
Danny, you did great. Nobody wants an actor in these types of videos. You seemed like you were being yourself, and that's perfect!
Thank you for watching. I'll make sure Danny gets this.
Great video and very informative Captain! Always great to see another CMA alum doing good as well!
Muy bien mi Marinero! Toda bien aquí
Thank you for the video ! 30 years practice gives you more clear risk assessment than any other school education.
Thank you for watching and please consider subscribing if you haven't already.
Just keeps getting better Tim
Thank you Mason. I am trying, but sometimes it seems like I am running out of fun things to shoot. Comments likes your keep me going. Thank you!
That was Really Great having Danny on here with his story of coming along,
A lot of the same process in the Aviation side.. Some folks do the college route, some of the smarter, more privileged go to the military schools like the Airforce academy, and some like me start late after having Other jobs for 10-12 years then go into flying on the old WWII round engine taildragers hauling freight around the country at Night, working your way Up to the big jets by going to a company that has something you qualify for now, rinse & repeat until you are where you want, Like Danny did knowing he wanted to be on a Tug & Barge outfit. And as in any business where you train folks, as it was explained to me by some friends in the Training dept, Simulators etc, there are Good pilots that are Always Good, And there are bad pilots that are Always BAD.. it doesn’t mater What your background is either, some folks can pick up all the common sense stuff right away, like weather patterns, how they work with the wind & rain 🌧 snow ❄️ & ice 🧊 tides & currents etc, etc... then the Others NEVER get it, they can pass a test in the schooling portion of the training, but Don’t understand it at All in real life and no matter How many times you show them, you Still get that 2,000 yard stare from them. I am preaching to the Choir here though , as I know You Know....!! Good Video, Tim 😎👍✅✈️👨✈️⛴🌊
Thank you very much Rob. I completely agree!
Another great interview! It's interesting to see the workings and interaction of your combined jobs. Most of what you told us is not surprising but really good to actually hear and understand from both perspectives. Captain, you have a great touch of humanity with whom you work and deal. That's the great part of your videos! Thanks!
Thank you for watching and for your kind words Randy. CUOTO
@@TimBatSea You are most welcome! I'm so glad I stumbled across your site and videos! Fair Winds, Sir!
Very good video Tim and I wish Danny all the best in his career.
I went from DHU ( deckhand uncertificated) to finally hold my Master's Certificate of Competency. My biggest incentive to go from the deck to the bridge was getting washed around the deck of AHTS (anchor handling tug supply) and looking up to see the captain in the dry on the bridge.
Fully agree about the hawse pipe route being closed down but things over this side of the pond have got so bureaucratic I'm glad I'm out of it.
Keep safe, keep sane and keep afloat over there Tim.
Thank you for watching Ricky. It's kind of funny. For some reason I thought the bureaucracy problem was just over here. I guess I have always looked up to you guys thinking you were somehow immuned to it. Be safe my brother.
Ricky M Herbert... It sounds like you were on the Supply boats working the oil rigs in the north sea.?? I am on that FB group and see a lot of that sea 🌊 washing over the deck crews, and Think to Myself, “I would Never work on the deck of them” Flatbed Trucks of the sea...!!
@@robfraley4210 Hi Rob, Yes I was in it during the early 1970s when they had just started moving into the northern N. Sea. So the boats were a bit primative. Did 14yrs most as Master. Then just could not face another winter anchor handling. So packed it in and went back coasting. Following which I did 6yrs offshore diamond mining in Namibia. Politics made me come home from that. Finally finished with 11yrs on aggregate dredgers. Got replaced by a Eastern European Master. Which was actually a blessing in disguise. Now ashore enjoying a job with none of the hassles and responsibilities I had at sea!
Ricky M Herbert, WOW 😳 you would Certainly have some good stories to tell, for sure..!! Myself, I have had 53 different kind of jobs, a little bit of everything here and there, to many things to mention with my bad eyes & typing now, but my Hats 🎩 off to you for even doing That One, North Sea Supplyboat deckhand.....!!! 😎👍✅🌊
@@robfraley4210 Thank you Rob, I could bore you to tears with my old salty seadog tales!
Its so cool to hear how danny worked his way up going the academy root. Very interesting. Thanks for convincing him to share.
Thank you for watching Richard. I am glad you liked it.
Keep working at the other crew members. It would be cool to hear from them too.
Interesting as always. Thanks Tim and special thanks to Danny. Hope to see more of the crew in future videos.
Thank you for watching!
Thanks, Tim and thank you Danny for bringing out all that information. Tim, this guy's got his head on straight! Got a good base in the academy and now another good practical teacher.
Thank you Rick. We are lucky to have him.
Thanks Dan, that was one of the most informative videos I've seen. Good luck to you.
Thank you for watching!
Really enjoyed the interview with Danny. Spent a lot of time in Vallejo, both of my Grandfathers work at Mare Island. California Maritime Academy is just down the road from me and I was impressed with their curriculum when I was looking for schools after High School. But, the US was in a conflict known as the Vietnam war which made the academy not the best choice. Well Done to both of you...
Thank you very much for watching Eric.
Good morning Tim, thank you for the video and explanation of the process being a trainee on a tug boat!! Thank you Danny for his input!! Take care Captain Tim and crew, Stay Safe!! 👍😎🇬🇧.
Good morning Wayne. Be safe my brother!
Should give him a camera and let him walk us around and see what he does would be neat to see
Thank you for watching Dion. He does exactly the same thing I do, but just at different times in the day.
Starting at Massachusetts Maritime Academy in August! Love content like yours! Thanks for posting!
Thank you for watching Josh and congratulations! I know a bunch of people that have gone through MMA. Stay in touch.
Thank you Danny. Interesting!
Thank you for watching. Please consider subscribing as I try to post new content every Tuesday. CUOTO
Love some of your quotes - “Mother Nature will write the last chapter” if anyone has been at sea you’ll know exactly what this means - respect her and maintain your vessel to the highest standard and you won’t be in the last chapter -
Hahaha. Very true. Thanks David
I remember it was 1973 and almost all the old tug guys in Alaska didn't have a license. The CG decided that you have to have a license so they came up with the OUTV (operator of uninspected towing vessel) license. They were all pretty much Grand-fathered in. Good tug sailors but not so good with the book learning or formal tests. Things are much different now. I worked for a lot of these legends.
Thank you for watching. I really appreciate it. Be safe my brother.
Great video. So many parallels between my 40 yrs in aviation and your tenure in the maritime industry. I’m with you Tim, I learned from the school of hard experiences and when it became my turn to train young pilots sharing the thought processes is invaluable. But, today having that 4 yr degree gives any person a better beginning. Having the desire to learn, to pitch in and be part of the team pays off for everyone down the line. Keep up the good work.
Thank you very much Danny. I really appreciate it!!!!
Danny great to meet you hope to see some more of your work - Tim you’re a mentor that many people like Danny would love to have. - Regards Australia
Thank you very much for watching David.
Thanks Tim for this great video. I wish I weren’t in my 60’s because I may have made a different career choice. Thanks to Danny for sharing his experiences.
Thank you very much for watching.
It takes a special kind of personality to be patient and pass their skills onto a person learning the trade. I have been involved as a training instructor and a FTO during my career. Keep up the great work and thanks to your mate.
Thank you very much Jim!
Thanks for telling your story, Danny. Its interesting to hear how people got to were they are today. Don't be a stranger to the camera in the future.
Thank you very much for watching.
That was great fella's , lots of interesting information , thanks a bunch !
Thank you very much for watching.
A good First Mate is worth his weight in gold.
Very True! Thank you for watching. CUOTO
Tim... thank you- Thank you for this video.
I once suggested to the mother of my stepson, this career path at this exact academy (I, a truck driver, was making a delivery across the street from it years ago) as an alternative to a 4 year university with no goal in mind. As any parent can attest to, the rising costs and massive debt carried by today’s youth in traditional academia is financially crippling the next generation giving us parents great fear about the financial viability of a traditional path for our youth.
The trades are an excellent alternative for the next generation to enjoy a desired skill set away from the 9-5 and ass-kissing office politics. To today’s youth: Take note in what captain Tim is showing is here for a father’s perspective.
Thanks again Tim, we always learn something new here, and if you can, more perspectives from the up-in-coming would be enjoyable.
Thank you very much Ken. I appreciate that much more than you know.
Oh. Almost forgot. I'm going home tomorrow for 3 weeks and in that time need to produce some sort of watchable content for the channel. I have been laying the groundwork for a "How I got here" backstory video. Wish me luck.
One of your best videos and congrats to Danny . He seems like a nice young man with a great head on his shoulders.
Thank you Wayne. We are lucky to have him.
It was nice to meet the other captain. Thanks for sharing your experiences on getting were you are now. Great video on the trade and how to join. Keep up the great videos Captain Tim.
Thank you very much for watching Art!
Mr. Tim...These videos are very interesting. Tomorrow I got my appointment at a local Maritime Academy to see how things are and hopefully enroll from there. I already have time at sea when I was in the Navy so hopefully we will go from there. These videos served as inspiration to actually take the first step. When class starts...I will make sure to mention this channel to the rest of the class.
Eddie! Thank you so much. And good on you. Stop dreaming and start doing! The longest journey starts with a single step. Stay in touch.
@@TimBatSea I'll keep in touch Mr. Tim...Take care.
Another great video. A good leader of men will always be blessed with excellent team mates. I agree there are pros and cons between an academic route and one starting at the bottom. Which is best depends on the personality of the individual.
Thank you for watching Kieth. And for the kind words.
New star of the channel! Besides Reggie of course
Thank you for watching! Lol. That's great!
Good Job again , Tim! Welcome Danny!
I drive little boats around your old school, Danny, might have talked to you on the radio when you were on the Cub or Black Bear.
Congratulations on landing a fine position with a great mentor!
Tim, you DID get it right , FINALLY. Yes, it's "Portagee". Timmo, La mujer is muy bonita! Sus esposa?
Thank you for watching Tom.
Thank you Danny, super insights and rapport with TimB at Sea.
Thank you very much for watching Peter. I miss having Danny as my mate. He was very very good. CUOTO
Good Stuff! Yeah, Danny!
Thank you for watching!
That was an enjoyable video, nice to hear from a crew member's perspective on what goes on day to day on the tug. Take care!
Thank you for watching Mike!
Full marks for the Arrested Development shirt.
Thank you very much for watching.
Thanks Danny for sharing! Lots of inspiration and understanding here for some future mariners.
Thank you for watching George!
very informative, it was nice to see Danny relax toward the end of this video. It's probably harder to be on the video than pilot the tug.
Thank you for watching Richard. It is. He did a great job, but it not easy at all.
Thanks for sharing your experiences. It's good to have a understanding with the others on board. Today people move around a lot during their career.
Thank you for watching Richard.
Awesome content, Always a treat to see someones journey. Always wanted a job on a boat but life got in the way, I will just have to concede and be a weekend warrior.....LOL
Thank you for watching!
interesting video thank you tim and danny
Thank you for watching James. CUOTO
Its nice to have some insights into how the work is done and what it takes to get there.
Thank you for watching Robert.
Thank you, Tim and Danny, for an interesting and informative interview.
Thank you very much for watching!
That was great guys! Now we know who “Danny clutch 2” is lol. Watch out Tim he may start his own channel Danny’s dock time.
Thank you for watching Jeff. No, that was a different Danny. And I also have an engineer named Danny. It gets confusing!
I loved this and your channel! This video was spot on! Last year around this time I found out about the maritime academies after already earning my 100 ton master, 200 ton mate, AB, and a list of STCW courses. Now, I'm transferring this fall to Cal Maritime! I'm excited to learn more and can't wait to see what my future has in store! Keep up these great videos Tim, please!!!! You're inspirational!
Zach!!! First of all, congratulations on gong to Cal Maritime! It will be way worth it. Second, thank you so much. I've home for a week now and got most of my projects done around the house. So now being Friday night, with most everything shut down, I am alone and was kind of bummed out. Then I read your comment and it makes me so happy. Thank you again!
@@TimBatSea NO Thank you! Have a cold one on me! Enjoy the weekend!!
@@ReelSalty305 May have more than just the one!!!!
Great video... Again. Need to do a "day in the life" series! Include the guy at the bottom of the totem pole. Thanks again
Thank you for watching Mark. I have wanted to do exactly that for a long time, but the guys are really reluctant to come on camera. I am hoping they will be inspired by Danny coming on.
Gotta get an engineer to do a video like that.
Thank you for watching James. I'm working on it!
Ask one of your gulf of Mexico ATB engineers, I may know one, hint, hint
@@peggymcchesney6996 Good idea Peggy!
@@TimBatSea And get him to talk about the "No Corn" policy. LOL
@@AirstripBum LOL Usually you can't get an engineer to shut up! LOL Thank you for watching. $CUOTO
As a Chief Engineer on several tugs I learned that “It’s not my job to steer the boat, nor even ring the bell. But let the Damned tug hit the dock, and see who catches HELL”. Be a man, be a ‘Hawse Piper’... Hands on, On the Job Training... Does Danny now have a towing endorsement or Pilotage yet? Good luck to him too... When al else fails, blame the Chief... 😜
Thank you Chief. Danny out his time in and is working on his recency out of town. I think he had his towing endorsement after school, but I could be wrong. He has one now. Lol
TimBatSea Cap, I’d be remiss in my duties if I wasn’t giving you boat drivers crap.... 😎
@@privateer177666 Don't you love it when a wheelhouse guy tells you how to do something or what he thinks is wrong in your engine room? Lol
TimBatSea I appreciate it sometimes, especially if the vent tubes are spraying diesel on the decks.... Ya gotta love boatin’..... Good hearing from you Tim. Again, fair winds and following seas...
Great story .
Thank you Ken
Cal MARITIME is about 10 miles up I 80 from wear I live. I made the mistake of not going to that school, too many years ago. I did teach diving to the Cadet’s for a couple years. Captain Tim, in my observation the student at Cal Maritime are a cut above most college students.
Thank you for watching Ed. I didn't know that. Thank you for sharing.
Hi Tim. The audio data signal is always faster than the video data signal. Because video has much more data to process than with audio. So the video has to play catch up. My Church found this out when they were live streaming to You Tube. The solution for us was to use software to sync up the two signals.
Thank you for watching George. Great information. Thanks
Great video Capt!! Regarding his t-shirt, please tell Danny there's always money in the banana stand.
Thank you very much for watching. Lol. I'll pass it along. 👍
Thanks Danny.
Thank you for watching Steven.
Awesome guys
Thank you for watching Bernard.
Seems like he is a good hand. That’s hard to come by these days. I say to people to get out of your comfort zone. That helps you learn & grow as an individual. Find your weak point & improve on it. I have been doing heavy commercial & industrial HVAC for 20 years now. I went through a 5 year apprenticeship plus Technical school. This industry really gets people out of their comfort zone. Grab it by the horns. You guys be safe out there.
Also yes I have made my fair share of mistakes, I’m not afraid to admit it. I say just be honest about it, it makes it so much easier to own that mistake.
Thank you for watching Tim.
Very interesting. You are right that every business is based on the quality of its people. You guys are first rate in every category; knowledge, skill, and humanity. Good people. But can he cook?
Thank you Lew. He is an amazing Baker! You would not believe the breads, pastries and cookies that he produces.
That was an interesting video. Nice :)
Thank you for watching John!
Great Video! Good career advice! Australian Maritime College in Tasmania is the best equivalent here in Australia's. If only I was as young and smart as Dan. Like Tim i came up the hard slow and painfull way but i dont regret chosing a maritime career for one instant.
Thank you for watching Douglas!
Love this Guy Tim...you have a awsome team... Working on the Intro video on spanish for you.....great work
Thank you Brother. You don't like Gladys' intro in Spanish?
@@TimBatSea Love Gladys...... I Though ill be Cool to have 1... Keep the good work
@@chefgabiel3939 That is actually a really good idea! Hook it up! I'll get you in the next video.
Another excellent video Tim. Danny seems like a great guy, and from what we have seen from your videos, he has a wonderful teacher who's patient and understanding with a great disposition. Hopefully Danny realizes just how lucky he is to have ended up with you as his training Captain. ; ) He could have just as easily ended up with one of those "large personalities" (ahem) that you mentioned earlier. Certainly plenty of those out there in the marine industry, huh?
I have a question about the 6 ON / 6 OFF operating schedule that you guys do. In the event of an incident/accident while Danny is running the boat, (God forbid) are you also "responsible" for any violation / hearing that may result, since you are the Captain of the boat, or does the sole responsibility rest upon him while he is operating the boat? Just curious how that works.
Thank you very much for watching. Yes. I get paid for 12 hours of work, but am responsible for the boat and her crew 24 hours a day.
@@TimBatSea Well, isn't that a nice little *bonus*. LOL I'm sure those first few weeks were a little "sleepless" for you as you first turned over the boat to Danny at the end of your shift, before becoming fully confidant that he could handle it. I know that I certainly would be. Especially if I was held responsible for anything that may occur while I was sleeping. Yikes!
When are we going to meet Reggie? Other than that brief galley mealtime showing in that first "A Day in The Life" video, we haven't seen much of him, but from the little bit of radio chatter that we could hear, it sounds like you both have a lot of admiration and respect for each other.
@@beachcitymobile I'll see what I can do, but i am not sure I can change his mind. Lol
Excellent video!
Thank you Jason!
Just fascinating.
Thank you very much for watching.
This was a great clip, interesting and informative. one thing I have learned in all my ventures is you can't teach experience it has to be learned as an experience if that makes sense and one is never to old to learn from experience Danny is going to go far thank him for doing this video I am curious as to what the wash out rate is from start of School to settling in to a career is. CUOTO
Thank you again for watching James. CUOTO
every day a learning experience
Thank you for watching Mark.
When I started out on the railroad I usually tried to tell new hires that there is a big difference between reading about the job and sitting in a classroom compared to acctuly being out in the field. Some guys learned quick and others washed out with in a month or two.
Oh yes. Thank you for watching. CUOTO
Great video
Thank you Bill!
A very good video. A good way to promote the Industry. While the 3rd Mate Unlimited is a good license and kudos for the kids getting them, it needs to be put in perspective that it is a learners permit on a tug and a paper pusher/ cargo mate on a ship. Still a good stepping stone with hard work.
Thank you for watching Mike.
TimBatSea Have a good time off. I am going home tomorrow also, been a long four weeks!
Thank you Mike. It's been 98 days for me. I ready to punish my liver and call ex and future girlfriends. Lol
TimBatSea Holly Moly, that is a ton of days! You deserve a great time off. Take care, stay safe.
Great commentary
Thank you again Marshall. CUOTO
Wish I'd seen this when I was 19. I tried to get job in merchant marine so went to Mc Cormack Co. For job, told I needed " papers" from coastguard. We t to coastguard, told needed a job. Couldn't figure out how to proceed so I joined Navy for 4yrs. . 1962 Ha! Ha!
Thank you for watching and for your service Bob. Yes, things have changed. You used to have to have a letter of intent to hire from a company before you got your Z-Card. Thankfully those days are over. #CUOTO
Ah, I remember in the olden days a lá Tim era.
You could work yourself up from say AB or oiler and up.
Some schooling was required for certs but nothing like today.
Just like you said, indirect, some people have it and some don’t.
With the system today, you find more frequently cadets who may be great in the academy but lack the finesse onboard.
I’d say with the old system people would be vetted out sooner.
Anyway, vast majority of youngsters do have a good future in the marine business since most I believe have a call to go to sea.
Great video as always.
Thanks.
Thank you for watching Erik. Yes, I completely agree with all you have said.
Hai From Indonesia 🇮🇩
Great Video Tim..always watch your Vlog
I also use to work at Tugboat as a Master like you Tim..
Thank you for watching! I am curious if you use the indonesian subtitles I have been putting up for a few months now? Be safe, and I'll see you on the one!
That was great. Please pass my thanks to Danny. As someone who's considering quitting the desk, it's really helpful to get that perspective. Can I message you with follow up questions?
Thank you for watching and I am glad Danny was instrumental in getting you out from behind the desk. Lol. Feel free to contact me at timbatsea@gmail.com
And the Oscar goes to ..........Danny 😎
Thank you for watching Terry! Best comment ever!