A fishermans code??

[RoadToad]

Did they mean a code, as in secret signals or something? If there is one, I've only learned two signals so far:
1. Slowing down and giving another boat a wide berth means, "Hey, how ya doin', hope you're catchin' some, good luck, have a good day."
2. Speeding by and waking them means, "Hi, I'm a schmuck, but I think I'm better than you."

I'd like to learn some others, though.

[Basswipe]

Did they mean a code, as in secret signals or something? If there is one, I've only learned two signals so far:
1. Slowing down and giving another boat a wide berth means, "Hey, how ya doin', hope you're catchin' some, good luck, have a good day."
2. Speeding by and waking them means, "Hi, I'm a schmuck, but I think I'm better than you."

I'd like to learn some others, though.

No, not a secret sign language type.

I took it as a behavior type of code. Things that you would or wouldn't do with or to another fisherman

[Dave Stewart]

We have a code...it is called the Golden Rule. Some abide by it, some don't.

[Chubminnow]

When I was on the lake this past spring I could tell from 100 yards away that this moron in his "go fast" bass boat was going to come by me at full throttle within less than 20 to 30 yards from me and where I was fishin', trolling motor in the water, etc...to 99% of the fishermen out there it would have been obvious that I was fishin' this particular spot, but not for this moron. He didn't take the side of the boat that didn't have any lines out, he chose to cut between where my boat was positioned and the bank. So...I chose to wave him on through by raising my right hand and saluting him with the "code" persay, the one finger code.

[roadrunner]

I agree with Dave and it pertains to hunters also.

[mhall]

We have a code...it is called the Golden Rule. Some abide by it, some don't.

Amen Dave Stewart. Thank goodness there are still enough kind hearted fellas out there to keep the faith, but it is dwindling some for sure. Respect is the key.....