COASTAL FORAGING -- MY BIGGEST EVER HAND CAUGHT BLUE LOBSTER, SPIDER CRABS AND PRIME SUMMER PRAWNS
This is a video about foraging for lobsters, spider crabs and prime summer prawns in Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire in Wales UK, along with my usual educational aspect.Part of this video was filmed and published on my friends channel (Kris Harbour) in July of 2017. It was very successful having over 2m views. This along with my first video with Kris have over 3m views between them . The reason they were published on Kris's channel was for me to gauge public reaction via the comments section. This proved quite flattering and provided me with the confidence to commence my "Coastal Foraging Courses" and launch my own channel. There is much new and unseen footage in this video. I am fortunate enough to have almost 68,000 subscribers to my channel and I feel that many of them will not have seen the extracts from 2017. I am really pleased to say that my coastal foraging business has gone from strength to strength with customers travelling from all over the world to attend. I have appeared on BBC Radio 4 's "Open Country" (Aug 2018) a shout out on BBC Radio 2 "Steve Wright in the Afternoon" (Aug 2 ,2019). ITV 's "Coast and Country" (June 2019), features in "Wanderlust" magazine, "Welsh Coastal Living" ,"Country Living " magazine, "Pit " magazine with my latest feature in this months(Dec 19) "BBC Good Food " magazine . I have recorded 2 episodes on coastal foraging for BBC radio Wales, which will be broadcast in January and April of next year. There will also be features published in "Coast " magazine in the Spring with further plans for features in "Country Life " magazine after the journalist and renowned sea food writer "Mike Warner" comes for a visit soon, in fact I recommend that anybody with a passion and interest in sea food visit his blog "East Coast Avocet" I'd like to thank Kris Harbour for the initial filming and editing in 2017 , Jack of "Expedition Jack" for the opening sequences. Jon Berg of "Digital Tiger" for subsequent filming and the editing and my eldest son Anthony for filming some of the spider crab and prawn sequences.
I'd like to add that the reason so many spider crabs appear in the video, is because there were so many that I had to remove them to get at the prawns that were hiding behind them. Only 3 were eaten. The rest were all returned to the pools alive to complete their moulting process and harden their shells.
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Man, this is making me appreciate marine life so much more! Big ups from Canada!
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
It's great fun doing this here in Wales UK, regards Craig
4 жыл бұрын
Hi my friends I’m from viet Nam. Welcome you to my house
@dannybarnaby7101
3 жыл бұрын
@@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447 What can i forage in the rhyl area ?
@vttvtt2607
2 жыл бұрын
@@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447 bonjour avez vous des tailles a respecter comme en france belle vidéo
@mariosalazar5623
Жыл бұрын
@@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447 ^%ffřY^tt6^ť&Ggg_0
I don’t know why this video makes me so happy. Maybe it’s watching someone with so much knowledge casually share it in an enchanting way. Feels like a bit of a spell was cast by his voice and demeanor to be honest. Thank you 🙏🏾
Honestly carnt get over how you just go in with your hands like you do😂😂 brave brave man, hands down to you my fella
@lifestyledesign2208
3 жыл бұрын
There is no 'r' in can't. Why even force it?
@jacksonjackson3561
2 жыл бұрын
@@lifestyledesign2208 i assume English it's not his first language
This is the best content I’ve ever seen. Pure, wholesome and educational!
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
3 жыл бұрын
Many thanks for your kind words Serena, we have some great fun here on the coast of Wales UK, kind regards Craig
@serenaholmes2514
3 жыл бұрын
I had my first trip to the ocean last weekend and it was quite the magical moment! I saw so many razor clam wholes and some nice crabs! I was explaining to my husband what they all are! Thanks for educating us!
You got balls of steel poking your hands down around big lobster claws like that!
@vickydoan3582
2 жыл бұрын
Can you let me know where is it
@DrAsian_Jesus
2 жыл бұрын
@@vickydoan3582 between the legs
@funwithfish1507
Жыл бұрын
Hands of steel
@ryeckley7267
Жыл бұрын
Actually looked like he pulled out a previous captured lobster. That was not a blind grab
Returning the sea life that is carrying the next generation is so satisfying to watch. When I was a kid I didn’t understand catch and release but now as a 28 year old man I fully understand and appreciate the need to release. Subscribing.
Wow! High respect for putting back the the crab with eggs. Wishing you both good health and more harvests in the future!
@SherryBaby2003
5 ай бұрын
Here in Maryland it is a $1000 fine to take a pregnant female blue crab out of the water!
You as well as The Fish Locker's videos are what inspired me to go out to take a look at my local beach this coming weekend, absolutely addicted to watching these videos!
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
They are also great fun to make Mikaela, regards Craig
@snowy1584
4 жыл бұрын
The difference is this man tells the truth, the fish locker is a bluffer he’s always planting lobster and crabs pretending he’s finding them. This man is genuine, the fish locker is a good page but he’s told loads loads of lies and that’s exactly the problem with KZread far to many bullshitters
@mikaeladean3641
4 жыл бұрын
@@snowy1584 Do you have solid proof of those accusations or is that just what you reckon? I dont see him having any reason to do that.
@kappa_kang60
4 жыл бұрын
@@snowy1584 Where'd you hear all of that from?
@skylynnestrada6681
4 жыл бұрын
@@snowy1584 you're a weirdo
I could never blindly stick my hand down in those crevices I’d be scared something would bite my finger off. Much respect
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
3 жыл бұрын
It's matter of experience and knowing what "could" be there Melody, regards Craig
@brianptnnguyen1820
3 жыл бұрын
hahaha... i know, then i see my self before when i got reached your cmt. But now let me teaching you... come to Florida... Your so cute
@JamieMarksify
3 жыл бұрын
Yes I think it's clear that Craig has balls like coconuts to be doing this bare handed 🙏😂
@goodtimes1256
3 жыл бұрын
Put my hands in worse crevices in a nightclub, at least Craig ends up with a lobster.
@JamieMarksify
3 жыл бұрын
@@goodtimes1256 🤣🤣🤣👌
You’ve inspired lots of people around my age to carry the torch and make foraging videos like you’ve made. That guarantees that we will never be short on awesome Coastal Foraging footage. Thanks Craig!
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Great comment Chris, let's just hope that everyone practices conservation and just takes what they need from an abundant resource. This seems to be the case in the UK, so well done to them, regards Craig
This video is my happy place. Everything about it just radiates positivity and contentment. From the shaggy dog that occasionally appears, to their soft and distinct accents, to the education value ... it's videos like these that make me so grateful to live on such a beautiful planet with beautiful people. God bless ya' from a USA fan.
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
3 жыл бұрын
Many thanks for a great comment Mal, it means a lot, regards Craig
Thanks for posting this, looks like a great seafood supper! Yahoo!
The old footage brings back memories! Amazing as always
@kinpoi260
4 жыл бұрын
Eyy taku
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Taku , I have included some new unseen footage in this version, have a great holiday season , kind regards Craig
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Taku, there is new and more recent footage in this version, Kind regards Craig
@lifetvsurvival
3 жыл бұрын
Wow I like you ❤️❤️
@vanlam6272
3 жыл бұрын
Ở Việt Nam không có mà ăn còn ở nước ngoài bo hết
I really love watching your videos. What's a beautiful country. Love it.
Entertainable and knowledgeable as always. Thank you for taking the time to explain everything.
Love these coastal foraging videos! :) Especially when you tell little fun facts about the creatures, like what they do and where you can find them. Takes me back to when I was young, it's like going on a walk with your friendly uncle, explaining you all about nature :)
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! kind regards Craig
AMAZING! thanks for making these videos! please keep them coming! would be nice if you could do this on some tropical vacations and show us what you find!
Hi Craig! I enjoyed the video a lot! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us and making us drool with those delicious seafood. We appreciate your hard work!
The videos filmed with Kris are how I discovered your channel two years ago. Brought a smile to my face. Great footage!
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers furryshrimp , there is extra footage in this version , filmed by my eldest son Anthony and friend John Berg , regards Craig
One of my favorite KZread channels :) truly amazing what you do and how informative you make your videos! Happy holidays from California!!!
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you like my channel Ann, happy holidays from Wales UK, regards Craig
I've watched this about 3 times already, lovely.
@tungtanguscungdiva3559
4 жыл бұрын
Me too
If I ever head to a physio or pain science conference in Wales, I want to see if I can set aside a time to meet Craig and just listen to him talk. There are a lot of foraging and prep videos out there in youtube land, but his knowledge is a cut above. Craig, if you read these, thank you for your content. It's fantastic.
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind words Robert , they are much appreciated, kind regards Craig
My husband and I just watched this video of yours (on his account) and were very pleased with your knowledge, techniques, & presentation of foraging! Sending best wishes and looking forward to seeing more of your vids! God bless you!
I was in Pembrokeshire like a week ago and there were so many spider crabs when I went snorkelling, like holy shit they were swarming in the hundreds. Big up from London btw
Brought back fond memories of going crabbing with dad down on the rocks at oxwich on the gower. Thoroughly enjoyed the video dad used to make crab hooks but I can see you would get a much better feel with your bare hands.
Another awesome video Craig!
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Dave, regards Craig
,you so kind sir.. you have a soft spoken.. your brave too... forst time to watch your video from.philippines..
Love Wales, friendliest, most respectful and kindest people. Perfect place to live coming from South Africa!!
I am definitely going to attend one of your foraging courses!! I can't wait to do it!
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
You will made very welcome Doner Kebab, we have a great time, regards Craig
Cool upload. My parents friend had his finger tip cut off by a lobster here in Denmark. Left claw
This guy is awesome. Love how he knows his stuff. Brilliant.
Loved this video,reminds me of my childhood foraging fun.
That looks so good and you don't even have to go out to an expensive restaurant and pay $200 for seafood it's just all right there all you have to do is go catch it and cook it up, nice!😋
Me: Goes to try coastal foraging Also me: Only manages to obtain lump of grass, salt water, and five clams.
@melodymakingmelodies4896
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the laugh
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
3 жыл бұрын
Hang on in there Bingy , regards Craig
That was very interesting, thank you!
Legendary video. I have absolute respect for anyone who practises these ancient teachings but to share them with the internet is incredible! And in such detail. Bless both of you for this brilliant video lesson. Ladies and gentlemen.. The REAL supermarkets and the REAL knowledge. Peace
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
3 жыл бұрын
Many thanks for your kind words Enki, regards and best wishes Craig.
Love how educational yet fun your videos are (: always excited every time you post. Hello all the way from Canada! :D
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Great comment ,thank you Sam, I do try to strike a balance, regards Craig
Wow what a haul! And you're so knowledgeable about sea life! Love your work 🙂
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Many thanks we have a great time on our coast here in Wales UK, regards Craig
I would like to try these crabs one of these days.thanks for sharing your knowledge of coastal foraging.
You are a very smart bloke. Good job on this video. I love how much you know about marine life
What a legend...I've learnt so much. I'd love to go foraging
I have been away from your channel for far too long. Congratulations on your growth! #TakeCareBeWellDoGood
Fantastic - just discovered you after 10-15 years of KZread foraging. I wholeheartedly commend Chris on his knowledge and care for the environment and the necessity for its sustainability. A proper countryman.
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
2 жыл бұрын
Craig lol !
What a life on earth. Very calm and scenic .
Wow. Remember my simple before when I was young. I do what you do hunting clams 😅I miss to do that.
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Clam digging is great fun Michelle , regards Craig
I get so hungry watching this channel 😁Love your vids fella, 👍
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you like it Crop King, regards Craig
I've been looking forward to a new video from you! Always love your videos, and the catches you find
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Many thanks but I have uploading videos every 2 weeks for the last couple of months , but KZread is not notifying my 68,000 subscribers, regards Craig
Fascinating video !!♡!! Coastal rocks teaming with life and I had no idea !!
Hi Craig, with this video this time of the year you made me feel like as if we are in August summer😊. Keep that blue giant lobster for Christmas dinner😊 and wishing you and your family happy Christmas and Happy new year.
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Many thanks Ozesu , seasons greeting to you and your family too, regards Craig
Damn, the crabs are so chill :D
Amazing videos Craig thank you for sharing it to the world.
You made foraging all that seafood look so easy!
That was most interesting, I learn from that a lots. Thanks
Clicked immediately! love the new quality of your videos Craig
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you like it Chumpy, regards Craig
Being the absolute seafood addict that I am, I have to say that your videos kinda border on the classification of FOOD PORN! I just can’t get enough of your channel...wonderful job on this haul for sure 👍🏼👍🏼
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Roberto, many more to follow, regards Craig
That lobster!!!! 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻 awesome Work man!! Truly appreciate your videos and spread of UK coastal foraging, keep it up!!!
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
It's the biggest I've caught by hand to date ,regards Craig
Damn production has taken a big step up :D amazing stuff :D
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Many thanks Joshua, glad you like it ,regards Craig
I’d love to learn more about how you forage for algae! Greetings from México!
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
I plan to make a video all about edible sea weeds, regards Craig
Thank you so much for the new video Craig. Always looking forward to your new uploads😍😍😍
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Many thanks Jhazy, i will post one every 2 weeks, regards Craig
What a wealth of knowledge you are. Thank you very much and keep up the good work!
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Many thanks for your kind words Loren, regards Craig
Mr. Evans, you could double for John Walton! 😄 At least at the beginning with you sitting on the rock and at the end. First time seeing you Sir. Enjoyed, thank you!
Love the video, as always. I'm wondering about your training. How do you know so much about marine life? From schooling, or just learned on your own? Is so fascinating to watch!
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
It's been a lifelong passion of mine Nicola, I've tried to read/research all I can about the shore and it's environment, regards Craig
@TheKyleellis
2 жыл бұрын
@@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447 what a guy 🤝
So happy to see you again! Sounds like you’ve been very busy. Can’t wait too see more videos.
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Karen, I've been posting fortnightly for the last 2 months, regards Craig
It's been a while since I last watched one of your videos. Loved the intro!
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Many thanks ,but did you know I have been uploaded on a regular basis over the last few months, regards Craig
This man literally just pulling crabs out of no where while I struggle to find a can of soup I bought the day before 🤣
Man in your intro all I could see was all those perfect little waves breaking behind you. Does the surf get bigger it looks like a great surf spot. As a surfer most spot that are good for surfing are great for fishing as well.
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Not the best surf spot on that beach, it is quite sheltered and perfect for SUP, there are many great surfing beaches in this area of Wales UK, regards Craig
@mayevans7568
4 жыл бұрын
If you only eat the tail an claws then why cook it all in a pot
@Animeherokamina
4 жыл бұрын
@@mayevans7568 everything imparts flavor
Love your videos very educational as well as entertaining and fun to watch!
Wow, can't believe you just put your hands in the murky waters like that! Very informative
That mans kinda brave for putting his hands into the unknown, not knowing what his gonna touch or get bitten by lol. 😂 🦀🦐
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Not too much here to hurt us here -if you know what you are doing, regards Craig
@NarcJ
4 жыл бұрын
@@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447 you Don't fear things like stonefish, lion fish, sea snakes, lion mane jellyfish, conesnail etc?
@GaldirEonai
4 жыл бұрын
@@NarcJ Only one of these actually lives in the area and it's unpleasant but mostly harmless (the jellyfish).
that looks amazing, I with i lived by the sea
Really enjoyed this video. Reminds me of rock hopping with my Grandad, except we live in New Zealand. Hope you have a nice christmas! Keep up the videos. I love how calm and well informed you are. How great it is to have an understanding of what is around us!
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Many thanks for a great comment Danielle, there will be many more to follow, regards Craig
Craig you always have such insane content I love it 😊
真的很羡慕住在这附近的人，每天都有新鲜的海鲜可以吃诶，虽然说我住在珠海，每天也有新鲜的海鲜可以吃，但是我们的海鲜价格我觉得非常贵的啦。
@user-fj9rh7vd8l
4 жыл бұрын
珠海好多蚝
11:52 aww she try to protect her baby T^T
@lalammm4408
4 жыл бұрын
@ans no she is clara lee 😆
@lalammm4408
4 жыл бұрын
@ans lol i'm Asian type hahaha
@lalammm4408
4 жыл бұрын
@ans not at all hahaha she's actress but thanks 😝
This channel is epic 🤘thank you peeps let everyone live of the land
I learn loads from these videos. Thanks for sharing.
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Glad to be of service Jim, regards Craig
EL TRONCO QUEMANDOSE ESTA BUENO YO TENGO UNO TAMBIEN 👍👍
@herrm6877
4 жыл бұрын
Totally agree
wait, so does he just feel around underwater until he feels a lobster or something? wouldnt it pinch you as you're trying to get it? how can you even see?
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Yes John I just feel around (carefully) , then after I realize it's a lobster I try and get my hands behind it, so it can't hurt me , regards Craig
@LostCause36
4 жыл бұрын
Coastal Foraging With Craig Evans thanks for filling us in on your expert tricks. 👍 now, I will sit back and dream that I’m in an area where I can actually use those tips and catch a lobster to eat! 😂
4 жыл бұрын
Coastal Foraging With Craig Evans legend 👍🏼 I think I could only manage that if I was on the brink of starvation 😂
@annaangol1748
4 жыл бұрын
I thought it was staged. Because I know lobsters will pinch or retreat if they feel frightened. Ugh.
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
@ I'm just careful Fred, regards Craig
I remember as a child being at Gwbert and my nan having a big crab outside the caravan in a pan all day, waiting to be cooked. I was quietly beside myself all day!
Wow.. amazing video of nature. Seems like there's huge crab everywhere under the rocks you put your hands - midas touch. Loved watching it. Thank you.
Yay! I remember this one. Its the one that got me snagged on your channel. Surprised you haven't taught the dog how to dig for clams and catch lobsters.
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Mermaid Jaffa, there's quite a bit of new footage in this version . Llew really likes to eat cooked soft shell clams, regards Craig
Merry Christmas
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you too JJ, regards Craig
@jjmunna
4 жыл бұрын
@@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447thank you. Will you do a veggie forage some time.
A pure pleasure as always Craig!!!! God I want to get down to the water!!
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you like it Danielle, kind regards Craig
Craig, You are awesome. Great catch.
I subscribed, you catched a lobster by hand, I'd be scared just by putting my hands in there. Did you see it or you felt it?
Love your show..and THANK YOU for not taking the female with eggs, that way you can have more in the near future..GOD BLESS!!
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you like it Sherry, regards Craig
I love watching this as an American and hearing what they call things. Cockles and Sand stars. Love it.
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you like it Rachel, regards Craig
Thank you so very much for your informative video! Looks like you had an amazing day!
Imagine how much snu snu this man would get if he was from a more simpler time
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
I do just fine now Seijen, regards Craig
@ohyeahyeah7130
4 жыл бұрын
@@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447 lmao Nice
@jodu626
4 жыл бұрын
Death by snu snu 😀☹️😀☹️😀☹️😀☹️😀☹️
Who's craving for some seafoods now? :)
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
They were good days ,regards Craig
I would love to follow him around all day while he's doing this lol unlimited seafood yum this man knows his stuff much love from NY
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Diva, I have a great time with my customers on my coastal foraging courses, regards Craig
Wow! So much clams and crabs, love it😊😘❤️
Does it not worry you that the lobster might get his claws onto your gingers.
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
It's always a concern rexnex27, but I am very careful, regards Craig
@yunxionglin2138
4 жыл бұрын
Coastal Foraging With Craig Evans do you have the post code for the location in pembrokeshire please?
4 жыл бұрын
yunxiong lin hilarious
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
@@yunxionglin2138 No I keep it secret , regards Craig
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
@ Lol, regards Craig
If you shut your eyes you feel like your listening to sir Anthony Hopkins.
Great to read of your success in the description, ill keep my eyes (or ears!) open for any media with you in, da iawn !
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
4 жыл бұрын
Plenty more media items planned Steve, hwyl Craig
I could watch this guy's videos all day.
@coastalforagingwithcraigev8447
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them, regards Craig !
Coastal foraging with Welsh Charles Bronson
I really love when they left tje female
@zfilmmaker
4 жыл бұрын
Jessa Nodalo it’s the law in most counties
Great video/audio....Much respect to you Craig and family.
such a great video. love how you interact with the mother nature!!