© Capt. Richard J. Rodriguez
BitterEnd refers to the end of a line (never a rope) that is secured to a (towing) bitt. The working end of a line is referred to as the Standing End.
BitterEnd Logo: The aquamarine octopus on a dark blue ground symbolizes the Salish Sea, BitterEnd’s stomping grounds. Enteroctopus dolfleini, the giant Pacific octopus, is indigenous to local waters and is the largest octopus on the planet. One is always lurking somewhere below the surface. Posts May – Sept feature Assistance Towing calls. You can follow me on SPOT during calls HERE.
Assistance Towing: Since 2003 I’ve assisted over 1,000 vessels in the waters of the Salish Sea. I’m currently serving as the primary captain for Towline Marine Assist.
Maritime License Training: I’ve certified over 500 local Captains. I am a partner in Zenith Maritime LLC, where O serving as the Director of Operations and am also an independent contractor for Zenith providing training through the 100 ton Master’s course.
Oh BTW, this is our favorite song.
