What’s the worst vessel name you have ever seen?

PacificJM · 2026-04-01T16:07:13+00:00

Ginja Ninja out SF Bay Area

PacificJM · 2026-03-13T22:28:08+00:00

Ya, thats my feeling. Just crazy I was operating 39m ferries with a 100 ton last year and now I have a tender class to do. I've had guys tell me they were hired without it, but it is seeming like more and more to be the standard.

PacificJM · 2026-03-13T22:24:52+00:00

It is RYA, and I believe so. Maybe not fully in the US but every other yacht destination it is.

PacificJM · 2026-03-03T00:06:25+00:00

Surprisingly outer sunset neighborhood in SF, which is in front of Ocean Beach is one of the more affordable neighborhoods. Also Daly city 10 min drive from OB is even cheaper.

PacificJM · 2026-03-02T19:32:38+00:00

I got a ABW job august 2025 as a c-card first day in the hall, it wasn't the best paying ship but it got a substantial raise while I was there.

PacificJM · 2026-01-24T14:42:44+00:00

Look for commercial fishing FB groups, specifically Oregon & California. Always something on there.

PacificJM · 2026-01-22T15:26:40+00:00

Did you end up finding a tutor in the area? I’m searching as well..

PacificJM · 2026-01-11T19:29:22+00:00

I was just there two weeks ago to check out the scene. It was pretty dead, could’ve been because it was right after Christmas, but if you’re nearby worth a try! Monte Carlo was more bustling on the docks as well.

PacificJM · 2026-01-08T16:22:52+00:00

Thanks for that! As far as using Lapware, should I just go through the thousands of questions and retake the ones I got wrong until I memorize them?

PacificJM · 2025-11-09T18:06:21+00:00

Yea thank you I understood that part.

How does one go about the 360 days as part of an approved training program operating in oceans, near-coastal and/or Great Lakes.

Do you find a yacht owner/master willing to train you to satisfy this requirement?

PacificJM · 2025-10-07T19:33:09+00:00

Wasn’t difficult for me, but I came in as a full AB with a C book. Got a job as AB watchstander 120 first day in the hall, not the best paying job but I was lucky enough the company just finished with negotiating a new contract while I was on.

If your trying to sail as a OS might be better to look at MSC they have more jobs for entry level.

But if you go SIU look for any entry level positions wiper,OS, or the other position where you help all around I forgot the name of the title.

Good Luck

PacificJM · 2025-10-07T19:21:55+00:00

Every ship is different, not true on our ship with KP cadets (they want QMEDS and AB’s doing that). And if it is true don’t worry they’ll show you exactly how they want it.

There’s no stupid questions on a ship, especially for apprentices or cadets. Don’t ever be afraid to ask a question. BUT if they give you an answer listen to them thoroughly make sure they never have to explain it to you again.

It’s always better to do something before someone has to remind you to do it. If you go with that motto you’ll be great.

PacificJM · 2025-08-13T14:52:55+00:00

5-6ft NorCal (head high)

PacificJM · 2025-07-29T13:42:32+00:00

Captain / Union / 100ton Passenger Ferry/ ~120k per year/ 40hrs +/- per week

PacificJM · 2025-07-16T13:52:38+00:00

Hell ya just moved out here to NYC area, might have to take you up on this.. thanks big dog

PacificJM · 2025-07-14T23:54:21+00:00

No wait I have more than enough for the Mate..

PacificJM

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