WOW, opinions vary....it's been interesting following the thread.
So, here are some of mine....
Using a GPS: On my boat, I don't care if you use a GPS, sextant, taff log, whatever. That applied when I skippered a commercial dive boat as well. Want "numbers" on wrecks, I'll provide them if I can (and already have for many in the Va Beach area). Although, I can certainly understand Dive Operators who have a few special spots (ledges or locations) that hold game or sharks teeth and want to protect them. Got it, and can agree if it's a spot YOU developed and want to protect then make your intention known. Divers should respect your wishes. As for that "secret WRECK site", who are you kidding?
Tying into the anchor: Ahhh, don't do that. While it makes for an easy tie-in spot and is less likely to chafe through your wreck reel line, it's a bad idea. Take the advice of many and tie in close, preferably up-current, to the anchor. If for some reason Das Boot is gone when you finish reeling in your line. Well, I recommend you make a safe wreck reel ascent and remain tied into the wreck. The Dive Boat Operator will realize there's empty seats and come back to search at the last known site. It's also what the USCG does too. Ask Dan (ChunksJR) how small a target a bobbing head makes in the ocean. I make it a point to go through the 3Ls (List, Lines, and Ladder) before the engines are started. List complete of everyone onboard, all lines in, and ladder up and stowed. Then we start the trip home.
Lastly, on griping about Dive Operators: It's easy to inviserate on ScubaBoard. When all doesn't go well let the Skipper of the boat know at the end of the trip. Do it politely, professionally, and one-on-one. If the response is positive you know you've got a professional Mariner and you'll feel better about going back. If you don't return, then the Operator will have an idea why business is falling off.
And for ChunksJR (Dan)and RAD Diver (Bobby); You guys are great on the boat and I appreciate the opportunity to dive with you. See you Saturday, it'll be a bit windy on the outbound leg but coming back should be fine. Drewski's coming too.
Safe Diving,
Will