Training Starts with Observation

In this video we leave for a lay berth and take a big 50 barge over to an oil terminal all while a the next generation of boathandlers watches and observes.

[@BostonCobbler]

Tim, I really enjoyed you verbalizing your thought process before making a move or course correction on this video.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching Steve. I think it helps the trainee, the viewers and me too. CUOTO

[@jonsie1083]

@@TimBatSea I agree with Steve. Excellent communication on your thought process! Also I appreciate you calm demeanor. You’re a fantastic instructor.

[@stamrly418]

There is more to a good skipper than just vessel and crew handling. Being able to tell your crew what is the plan not just as “orders” but free flow of information. How many times did you ask what the crew needed? That level of team work needs praise. The next stage is to be able to teach not by “monkey see monkey do “ but the why! Why is far more important when training. Love it. Keep it up…Amacf

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching. I really appreciate the kind words. CUOTO

[@rerun3283]

I can't wait for Tim B the computer game! Im too old to start driving barges in real life.

[@TimBatSea]

😂😂😂 That's a great idea! 😂 Thank you for watching. CUOTO

[@richardwest9054]

Look at you Tim, operating a push in windy weather, training a crew member, videoing, and having fun doing it; all at the same time!

[@TimBatSea]

It helps to love what you do in life. Thank you very much for watching Richard. CUOTO

[@raoulsantos1522]

Hi TimB at sea, I told my daughter about you attending Proctor, I took her and my son to Proctor to show them where I went to school, great new buildings have been constructed the campus looks great. I don't know when you last visited on an alumni weekend. Proctor looks impressive. My daughter bought me a TimBatSea tee shirt for father's day, nice gift. Great videos, enjoy them tremendously. Keep it going.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Raoul. I took my son to proctor a little over 10 years ago. It looked great then. My son really wanted to go there, but it was way out of our means. Thank you for buying the Swag. CUOTO

[@richardbohlingsr3490]

When your moving Hazmat, its a really bad day when you don't have total control over everything that's happing around you. Be safe and have a great day.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Richard. CUOTO

[@LadyMarie880]

Captain Bob, God Bless and have great and long retirement.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Marie. CUOTO

[@johncarbone2647]

Excellent …. Situational awareness is not a snap shot but constantly changing …

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching John. Very true. CUOTO

[@paulsautocm]

Great to see you bringing the next generation up to speed.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Paul. CUOTO

[@paulsautocm]

@@TimBatSea I find it interesting how much thought goes into running a "boat". I have a MUCH smaller family boat and apply yours along with my Dad's forethought & it has kept me out of trouble. Thanks and smooth sailing to you.

[@TimBatSea]

@@paulsautocm thank you Paul. That's why I do this (for comments like yours). Cheers! CUOTO

[@637122a]

Training is not just observation, its listening to experience

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching. (I have a funny idea you will like next week's video) CUOTO

[@actemple3282]

Great video So very true Show them explain to them your thoughts Great blog Have a great day

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Adam. CUOTO

[@nicholasvanorton7840]

Sooooooooo true. Training most definitely starts with observation!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Nicolas. CUOTO

[@leonardburns1780]

tim B I thought being a truck driver and equipment operater was a tough job but after watching you for a while mine looks pretty easy take care my friend be safe

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching Leonard and for the kind words. CUOTO

[@johnbereza7782]

Another awesome video Tim. Thanks for making these.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching John. CUOTO

[@James-seafan]

interesting video nice views thank you tim

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you James. CUOTO

[@ranger2316]

Thanks Tim. Enjoyed it.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching. CUOTO

[@donstor1]

It never gets old, there are always variations to each approach and mooring and I love the narration and hearing your thought process. You make it look easy.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching. CUOTO

[@herbybrooks5131]

Always information on boat operators and prosts thx see you on the one

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Herby. CUOTO

[@jefflong3200]

Great to see you as the teacher! Captain Ron is classic lol 🤪

[@TimBatSea]

Lol. Thank you for watching Jeff. CUOTO

[@dickdaley9059]

Hi, Tim! Bet sailing the new vessel makes you feel like a “freebird” compared to the mass and constricted maneuvering of barge operation. What a great change for your soul! CUOTO from St Marys, GA 🇺🇸⚓️⛵️

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching Dick. Yes it does! Just makes it very hard to come back in to work. Lol. CUOTO

[@randyadams958]

Time to reupholster the belly bumper on the helm if the budget allows. 1W

[@TimBatSea]

😂😂😂 Or the captain could just loose some weight.... 😂 Thank you for watching Randy. CUOTO

[@paratyshow]

Love it as always but can't wait to see some sailing mixed in. Tks Tim

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching. I will be trying to put something together soon. CUOTO

[@TheFlatlander440]

You're a good teacher there Capt. Tim and I know your student learned some good tips. Looking forward to some sailing vids from your new sailing yacht. #CUOTO

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much William. I just got back from an epic tour of the Gulf of Maine. Unfortunately I had my hands full learning the new boat. Got some content but not nearly as much as I would have liked. CUOTO

[@deborahpetith8710]

Wow great footage as always, I really enjoy listening to you talk. Hi from Australia.

[@TimBatSea]

Hello Deborah, and thank you for watching (and listening). CUOTO

[@jamesterrill1938]

Great video - Thanks CUOTO

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching James. CUOTO

[@eddie_wolf_]

Heard you wrong the first time. Thought you said "leaving fronm the Cape of Gowanus" Worth the laugh anyway. Hope all is well with the Sailboat. E 🌴

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you very much for watching and supporting the channel Eddie. CUOTO

[@mikehemming1331]

Ace yet again Tim, - - very interesting watching and listening you teaching the young chap - like the part when you snapped your fingers Very professional ! - c u next Tuesday Mike in the UK

[@TimBatSea]

😂😂😂😂 Thank you very much Mike. CUOTO

[@TimsBitsnPieces]

I have that problem also .. when you're trying to talk to someone and every radio is blurping out something right at the same time.

[@TimBatSea]

Enough to drive you crazy! 😂 Thank you for watching Tim. CUOTO

[@ClassXIRoads]

That sun glare can be brutal, good job hope you off sailing about the gulf of Maine and enjoying life.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching and supporting the channel James! I just got back from the Epic Gulf of Maine trip. I am really finding it hard to go back to work. Lol. CUOTO

[@jeffpol6378]

I get a kick out of your different tone, cadence and intonation with radio calls between crew, security and traffic. I wonder if other captains are similar. Have a fantastic day Tim!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Jeff! CUOTO

[@Subielicious22]

Channeling your inner KZbin diva are you? And with the snap of a finger… 😂 Great video! #CUOTO!!!!

[@TimBatSea]

Oh shoot. I forgot i did that in this one. Lol. Thank you very much for watching and supporting the channel Ian. I'm going to have to have at least another Ian semester at sailing school. CUOTO

[@Subielicious22]

@@TimBatSea 😂😂

[@davidfickle2687]

What is the purpose of the ladderlike device on the port side of the barge, just ahead of the deck house, looks like a set of hanging lamps? Love your channel!

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching David. Those are high level visual alarms for each of the 10 tanks. CUOTO

[@billmoran3812]

Hey Tim! Nice transition from the undocking to arrival. Curious about that large chimney on the barge. Is that a boiler for heating the bunker fuel? #CUOTO

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Bill. Yes it is a boiler for heating products. CUOTO

[@SuburbanDon]

Tim I got one of your mugs. Looks good but everything I put in it tastes like tug boat coffee.

[@TimBatSea]

😂😂😂😂 I bet it does! 😂 😂 😂 Thank you very much for watching and supporting the channel Don. CUOTO

[@alanwilliams7371]

At about 21:30 you mention “hard right wheel”. Is that the same as hard right rudder? I’m assuming your tug is twin screw with rudders. Just curious.

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Allan. Yes, you are correct. Same thing, just a different way of saying it. CUOTO

[@johnmeyers3954]

Do they teach physics at skipper school or are the concepts of kinetic energy, friction, resistance, forces (thrust, wind, and tide), etc.? Or is that all on the job and observation education? Capt, you explain the applied physics very well. TOOT (aka CUOTO blast).

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching John. Funny you should say that. Physics was the only subject I didn't completely suck at 8n school. 😂. CUOTO

[@johnmeyers3954]

@@TimBatSea Your understanding of physics shows well. If boaters MISunderstand physics they are eventually going to get into trouble. I would assume that captain schools teach applied physics one way or another.

[@mustralineabsorbine5082]

Thanks for another great video. I never considered the glare of a rising sun. Are your binoculars equipped to cancel the glare of the sun? CUOTO!! :)

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching. That was actually the setting sun and no. Our binoculars are just like yours. CUOTO

[@marko11kram]

Finesse' matters

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Mark. CUOTO

[@pwillieb]

Do you have to be certified for individual waterways? Or does your pilot's license cover all waterways?

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching. No. Pilotage and recentcy are only for the waters/areas you have trips or have drawn charts for. CUOTO

[@jacobnorris2017]

Rule 1. Go slow look like a pro, go fast look like a ass.

[@TimBatSea]

Lol. I love that. Haven't heard it before. Thank you for watching. CUOTO

[@morrisslugg1446]

Did I miss your AIS # on your early shakedown? And or vessel name.

[@TimBatSea]

You did not miss it. I haven't released it publicly yet. (It is still broadcasting the old name until I get a new MMSI number)

[@jerrycomo2736]

How does the company transport you and your crew around the city to get you back to where you parked your cars?

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Joe. You do know that we live on the tug for 2 or 3 weeks at a time. Then we simply run the tug over to Brooklyn where we have an office and park our vehicles. CUOTO

[@morrisslugg1446]

Will your barge be supplying the ATB? Or Visa versa ?

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching. No. We supply the ships. The ATBs do their own thing. CUOTO

[@CCscott]

Class was in session and I didn’t bring a pencil. Please forgive me, professor! 👨‍🏫

[@TimBatSea]

😂😂😂 Thank you very much for watching Scott. CUOTO

[@666goats]

where can i get that similar Tee Shirt to your one? New to the Channel (hi, Im Lee... ! nz)

[@TimBatSea]

Welcome to the Channel Lee. Thank you for watching. At the bottom of your screen you should see the merch shelf. If not, there is a link at the end of the video. Let me know if you have a problem. CUOTO

[@brianpmessier4977]

Whats Yokee? Is it a bollard or something

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching Brian. A Yoki (short for Yokohama) is a massive fenders that hangs off the side of the barge. CUOTO

[@SeabreezeRJ]

When is the Captain Ron sequel!? Your impression was spot on! Keep up the great content! Longtime subscriber, love reading the comments! Outstanding handling demo, was there any point when you had the wheel control in sync? Could watch this all day... CUOTO ~__/)__*

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching. I really appreciate it. I thought I had all the cameras In sync. CUOTO

[@SeabreezeRJ]

@@TimBatSea cameras 100% asking about throttle settings - thank you cap!

[@TimBatSea]

@@SeabreezeRJ oh I see. I usually only use the sync function when steaming along from one job to another. CUOTO

[@georgeschikschneit7142]

Can you explain what yoke is or means?

[@TimBatSea]

Thank you for watching George. A Yoki (short for Yokohama) is a massive fenders that is raised or lower on the side of the barge. CUOTO

[@georgeschikschneit7142]

Thanks for the reply ,Tim have a great day