5000 tons of cargo in my hands and no damage done. We are delayed from going into port for 8 hours because of another vessel, and because the area here is clear of traffic and has lot’s of room, the captain allowed some time for training.
First I brought in the wire and slowed the barge down. I transitioned from towing to tied up alongside (hip up)
I was on the barge and radioed in all the command to the Mate who was at the helm of the tug. Of course the captain was right next to me, and at times I was parroting his advice, but I was making the calls. It was awesome. I got to apply a great deal of the verbal and book knowledge I have been absorbing over the last couple of years, but doing it makes all the difference. I am not ready to go solo, but it’s a big step for me.
Two more check boxes on my TOAR! 5 more to go.
Crazy paralel parking!