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**Peter B** · 06-08-2011, 04:20 AM

Exactly. Either term is applicable because they are somewhat honorary titles in our sphere of boating, but captain in particular, if used in this context, is usually used 'tongue-in-cheek' I suspect. For example, when I wear one of my peaked caps with 'Captain' across the front. Point is not to take it too seriously. At the same time as skipper, you are ultimately responsible for the whole boat and crew's safety, so there is a serious side.

06-08-2011, 04:20 AM	#11
Peter B TF Site Team City: Ex-Brisbane, (Australia), now Bribie Island, Qld Vessel Name: Now boatless - sold 6/2018 Vessel Model: Had a Clipper (CHB) 34 Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 9,947	RE: Skipper or Captian? Exactly. Either term is applicable because they are somewhat honorary titles in our sphere of boating, but captain in particular, if used in this context, is usually used 'tongue-in-cheek' I suspect. For example, when I wear one of my peaked caps with 'Captain' across the front. Point is not to take it too seriously. At the same time as skipper, you are ultimately responsible for the whole boat and crew's safety, so there is a serious side.