The Archer Or The Arrow | Grouper Heaven | Spearfishing Islamorada

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  • @KeyWestWaterman
    @KeyWestWaterman2 ай бұрын

    For more info on where we stayed or to book your trip visit www.lajollaresort.com Make sure to use "Waterman10" Promo code for 10% off your stay! Or follow direct link here hotels.cloudbeds.com/reservation/u2H5Fk#promo=Waterman10&checkin=2024-05-02&checkout=2024-05-03 To book your trip with Jake's Offshore Adventures Visit jakesoffshoreadventures.com

  • @bbnbb

    @bbnbb

    Ай бұрын

    @KeyWestWaterman We are enjoying our last of 5 nights at La Jolla thanks to this video! We drove all the way from Vicksburg, MS. It has been a great visit! This resort is so charming. Thanks for the recommendation and promo code. We love your videos!

  • @barrylaws6085
    @barrylaws60852 ай бұрын

    Probaby stating the obvious here, but your CCC videos are far superior to any I've seen on KZread. Love how in-depth you go into the process of everything you make. Another tremendous video, sir....don't ever stop!

  • @Ryan-jy5hi

    @Ryan-jy5hi

    2 ай бұрын

    He should make a cook book.

  • @hercflyer

    @hercflyer

    Ай бұрын

    I second that. I’ve been binging the content nonstop the last 5 days and it caused me to impulsively buy a fishing boat here in the PNW. Been meaning to get another one for a while, but this sealed the deal. We’ll be seeing you in KeyWest next summer.

  • @DerekVanHook
    @DerekVanHook2 ай бұрын

    Had a great time diving with you!

  • @vincentmangeaux9419

    @vincentmangeaux9419

    2 ай бұрын

    love your channel

  • @paulnotine4033
    @paulnotine40332 ай бұрын

    What? videos over 30 minutes are not the "norm" Heck, I will watch unlimited hours of video from KW Waterman!! #Respect

  • @blainemcbee2112

    @blainemcbee2112

    2 ай бұрын

    So true 😂

  • @jakesoffshoreadventures5806
    @jakesoffshoreadventures58062 ай бұрын

    Great Trip Man! Pleasure Having You Out Looking Forward To Some Diving In The Near Future!

  • @pacificcoastangler1256

    @pacificcoastangler1256

    2 ай бұрын

    what type of boat was that?

  • @DerekVanHook

    @DerekVanHook

    2 ай бұрын

    @@pacificcoastangler1256 Island Hopper

  • @kurttrzeciak8326
    @kurttrzeciak83262 ай бұрын

    You sold me on La Jolla Resort when you described it as "old Florida." I have been on a mission to find the few remaining old Florida spots. Just booked my stay!

  • @Julianne955
    @Julianne9552 ай бұрын

    Our son lives in Florida and I think this would be a lovely getaway for him and his wife. Going on 13 years for them! You'll get the fish next time Aaron! Have a wonderful week you two!

  • @mario.assaad
    @mario.assaad2 ай бұрын

    Wonderful! With all this talk about archer and arrow I thought you were gonna go back with no fish… yet you bring back a boatload of snappers!!😂 don’t beat yourself too hard man! And good job on the sushi and taking care of your missus… impressed!

  • @Frank-wr2or
    @Frank-wr2or2 ай бұрын

    Takes a humble human to admit ur off, much respect! Exactly why I watch you as well as my love for the keys! Never spear fished in my life, so impressed watching you dive at depth and then shoot a moving fish point blank. Id say being on vaca probably had something to do with the inaccuracy. Wishing you and your wife much success. 🤘

  • @BIGMACK-sf6up

    @BIGMACK-sf6up

    2 ай бұрын

    MAYBE DIDN'T TAKE PRACTICE SHOTS LIKE A BOW HUNTER DO!!!!!! REMEMBER TRANSPORTATION OF EQUIPMENT MEANS START ALL OVER AND PRACTICE SHOTS!!!!👌😎😎😎

  • @dewayneproctor971
    @dewayneproctor9712 ай бұрын

    Looks like an awesome vacation. Well deserved. Keep up the great work guys!!!!

  • @jamescalvert777
    @jamescalvert7772 ай бұрын

    Great video, again! I look forward to your weekly installments. Always something to see.

  • @juliafiore120
    @juliafiore1202 ай бұрын

    40:19 Exactly. Let them cook longer. They’ll tell you when it’s time to flip. What an epic day diving ! Everyone has an off day; next time! Have a Blessed Night 😊

  • @Laurenjustkeepsswimming
    @Laurenjustkeepsswimming2 ай бұрын

    Your video comes at the perfect time. Had a day on the water yesterday, and missed two, what felt like point blank shots. Some days you're on it, and some days you're not. Feels good to remember that we're all capable of mistakes. Thanks!!

  • @clifftaylor8093
    @clifftaylor809313 күн бұрын

    I know you said it in the narration, but the clip at 8:00 minutes looks like a saltwater aquarium that is stocked with fish. Incredible amount of life. Almost unnatural looking. Wow!

  • @Slowkley
    @Slowkley2 ай бұрын

    These spearfishing videos are my favorite! Keep them coming and thanks for sharing with us!

  • @valleyworks
    @valleyworks2 ай бұрын

    Great video! I need to see a video on that boat... Sounds and looks awesome!

  • @SuperIcecoldbeer
    @SuperIcecoldbeer2 ай бұрын

    That place is on my bucket list now. Thanks for sharing!

  • @maryantosz6195
    @maryantosz61952 ай бұрын

    Fun video! Food looks amazing!❤

  • @birddawg1568
    @birddawg15682 ай бұрын

    I feel your frustration. As a hunter, there are always a couple of days each year where I just can’t get the muscles to work right & have a lousy day. On those days I just tell myself I would rather have a bad day in the field than a good day in the office. Those days just make me appreciate the outdoors, the beauty of nature, & the good days that much more. Awesome footage and video!!

  • @OZD-mb2bs
    @OZD-mb2bs2 ай бұрын

    My Grandparents took take me to the key"s back in the 80's and 90's and it was AWESOME! Will have to check out that resort. Thanks!

  • @mikemcduff9536
    @mikemcduff95362 ай бұрын

    We have stayed at bob mitchell village next door for decades. Got my first bonefish last year - love the show. Always look forward to Mondays

  • @BIGMACK-sf6up

    @BIGMACK-sf6up

    2 ай бұрын

    LMFAO DECAD FOR BONE FISH 🐠???WTF DUDE IS THAT ON YOUR OWN OR GUIDES TRIPS????😂😂😂

  • @mikemcduff9536

    @mikemcduff9536

    2 ай бұрын

    @@BIGMACK-sf6up never target bone. Always targeted tarpon and lobster. My own boat, no guide. You’re a weird dude that assumes way too much

  • @100GTAGUY

    @100GTAGUY

    2 ай бұрын

    Man im pretty sure i stayed there as a kid in like 2005 with my family on a vacation. Thought that jetty/dock looked mighty familiar, particularly the pillar.

  • @michaetsully87
    @michaetsully872 ай бұрын

    Holy shizzer!!!! That's one loaded spot!!

  • @jc4liferesearch5
    @jc4liferesearch5Ай бұрын

    This vid brought tears to my eyes, the tiki hut you were seating brought me memories when I was a child in Cuba visiting my Grandmother, the place you stayed brought me memories when also as a child in Cuba we used to watch an Adventure Series called Flipper ( bottle nose dolphin 🐬 ) .. anyhow I hope one day I can buy a place down there. Meanwhile Fort Lauderdale it is 😎 as always thanks

  • @olapetersson9652
    @olapetersson96522 ай бұрын

    ❤no thank you❤‼️ Best video in a long time, and The cooking and eating was the best part!🐟🐠

  • @freedomwanderer91
    @freedomwanderer912 ай бұрын

    Great spots and spearfishing. Love the Keys.

  • @dallasedc2976
    @dallasedc29762 ай бұрын

    Shoutout Taku! Outdoor chef life /Keywest waterman collab needs to happen! 🤘

  • @henrykahil9275
    @henrykahil92752 ай бұрын

    As always thank you for takin us along mate! So many stinking groupers..holy crap! Don't get down on the missplaced shots(I've seen your shooting ..your're dang good) fish in the boat is food in the belly I says Yarrrrr❤

  • @kellogscoleman7076
    @kellogscoleman70762 ай бұрын

    It's great to be back❤

  • @shelleypalmer1549
    @shelleypalmer15492 ай бұрын

    Metal fish spatula for the crust on the fried rice! You have to scrape up the crust!! And leave them there to fry they will lift when there ready😁😊😊😊😊

  • @Outdoor.Vincy.TaxiTours
    @Outdoor.Vincy.TaxiTours2 ай бұрын

    It happens bro as you rightly said, it's a mental game. Some days are just better than the other

  • @Zzz_top
    @Zzz_top2 ай бұрын

    Used to go there as a kid. It’s changed a bunch over the years. Hope to make it down there again soon.

  • @deesuydam8838
    @deesuydam88382 ай бұрын

    Hey Uncle Aaron great video!! Really nice new truck! Really big step up from the old grey one. So happy for you both

  • @amyruschaupt1736
    @amyruschaupt17362 ай бұрын

    Hey Aaron and Madeleine! Another incredible video! Thank you👍 Try not to beat yourself up too much,Aaron…….everyone has an off day. La Jolla looks amazing and so does your sushi!! 🍣 Love that you two get most of your protein yourselves……very cool 😎

  • @bgdady4269
    @bgdady42692 ай бұрын

    Beautiful beautiful place!!

  • @Redtale1106
    @Redtale11062 ай бұрын

    Great videos. Long time fan. With cooking the rice in the skillet. You just have to cook it longer. Once it’s ready the rice will release from the pan. If it sticks it’s not ready it’s just as simple as that. Looks good

  • @alanlaidler5746
    @alanlaidler57462 ай бұрын

    Love the comment on … beside the boat, fuel, trip cost, it’s cheaper to make sushi at home🤣🤣🤣 another brilliant vid, best wishes from the UK 🇬🇧 🙏🏻

  • @jenmcpena5857
    @jenmcpena58572 ай бұрын

    I’ve seen CJ before somewhere. Reminds me of what a small world it is in the spear fishing family ♥️ Great video Dibbs

  • @stephenwheless9461
    @stephenwheless94612 ай бұрын

    Love your videos and love archer or the arrow I’m not sure how many times I’ve said that to myself Hunting or fishing it’s one of the best metaphors for stuff like that I’ve ever heard…although it usually is the archer sadly 😂

  • @mikecawley3997
    @mikecawley39972 ай бұрын

    Might of been a longer video but absolutely loved it! Do what you do I will watch them all!

  • @randyruney5704
    @randyruney57042 ай бұрын

    Great video. Thanks

  • @user-fo1tv2gv5x
    @user-fo1tv2gv5x2 ай бұрын

    I haven't had a chance to watch this yet, but will. Just wanted to say quickly the title is pure life.

  • @mmcleod111
    @mmcleod1112 ай бұрын

    That was awesome. That Sushi looks amazing!

  • @timothymccabe8159
    @timothymccabe81592 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the video

  • @comfortablynumb9342
    @comfortablynumb93422 ай бұрын

    La Jolla means the jewel in Spanish, so the place is named right. It looks awesome. As far as the snook fishin' goes, they're finicky strange fish. If they're not hungry they're very hard to catch. Don't feel bad. I always did best with live bait, tiny weights and hooks, and an outgoing tide. The reef footage was awesome, it really is beautiful down there. Hope I can get back sometime. Thanks for sharing the adventure.

  • @Mike-hb4pc
    @Mike-hb4pc2 ай бұрын

    That is some fine looking eats! Very healthy too. And the best part is you know where it came from and how the fish was handled. Cheers!

  • @user-nj2vv2xm4j
    @user-nj2vv2xm4j2 ай бұрын

    I think spearfishing is like many sports, some days you play great, get in a zone and can't miss. Other days you feel great but you play average. You surely are very good at what you do, great video.

  • @matthewdubois3706
    @matthewdubois37062 ай бұрын

    Grouper Season tomorrow! Just like Christmas morning....lol

  • @raymondulrich8993
    @raymondulrich89932 ай бұрын

    YES outdoor chef lives sushi rice recipe is so good

  • @bobdole2580
    @bobdole25802 ай бұрын

    Love the @OutdoorChefLife shoutout. Would be an epic collab one day...just sayin' 😁

  • @roncarlson8061
    @roncarlson80612 ай бұрын

    You two are awsome,love all your videos.

  • @befmx31
    @befmx312 ай бұрын

    17:41, they were chillin and hangin out because.....they know. They just do.

  • @lewisspeed3041
    @lewisspeed30412 ай бұрын

    Very cool video,never seen that many big grouper in one spot

  • @Eagle1538
    @Eagle15382 ай бұрын

    You got them penned up, or something had me dying. Lol😂

  • @bobflores
    @bobflores2 ай бұрын

    Very good looking sushi presentation. You are correct in that the rice is key in sushi. My Japanese mom always uses a sushi rice vinegar in powder form. Lots of different manufacturers make a Sushinoko product. In my biased opinion my mom's sushi rice is the best. Thanks for the video.

  • @CaptainJackSpearo
    @CaptainJackSpearoАй бұрын

    Jake is the man!🙌🙌

  • @jorgegorina3039
    @jorgegorina30392 ай бұрын

    Very familiar with the area wasn’t aware of the resort. A must do. Thx.

  • @funoldude
    @funoldude2 ай бұрын

    Another Great Video! (I have found that if I spray skillets and utensils with Pam before adding oil or butter less chance of sticking.) You have become quite the chef dude.

  • @kayt3900
    @kayt39002 ай бұрын

    🤗👍really wonderful and relaxing viewing!

  • @BlayneCoffey
    @BlayneCoffey2 ай бұрын

    try scooting the rice pucks gently when you place them in the pan, just for a couple seconds. this will heat the rice up enough to get them to start steaming in the oil. steam keeps them from sticking. or make sure your cast iron pan is super slick. easier to scoot IMO.

  • @eroberts789
    @eroberts7892 ай бұрын

    Generally shallow fried foods stick to the pan for two reasons.. You were right about the first, you probably flipped to early. But more importantly you want that oil and pan real hot when you add. Try heating your oil close to smoke point before you add the fish. You can turn it down after to avoid burning but don't drop it too low or they will stuck when you flip.

  • @brianlowe753
    @brianlowe7532 ай бұрын

    Aaron looks like an Island Hopper your on. Almost bought one years back. Keep up great content.

  • @rowincroes2014
    @rowincroes20142 ай бұрын

    Taku would be proud, amazing spread 🔥

  • @FranzKuster
    @FranzKuster2 ай бұрын

    great time,cool

  • @gcrauwels941
    @gcrauwels9412 ай бұрын

    That old Keys feeling is something I miss. I spent a lot of time at Bud & Marys working on the charter boats there and exploring the area around Alligator Reef Light. RIP Capt Allan Starr, ran a Ricky Scarborough 'SightSea'r' out of there. Don't feel bad about the snook. They're wily critters.

  • @zyfo3000
    @zyfo30002 ай бұрын

    You are the only person i would ever consider going spear fishing with having never done it and slightly afraid of diving. I used to not have any fear of being in the ocean but San Diego waters have little to no visibility

  • @johnnywilliams1038
    @johnnywilliams10382 ай бұрын

    Great video

  • @tomhutchison5992
    @tomhutchison59922 ай бұрын

    Wow. Beautiful

  • @brycestreet111
    @brycestreet1112 ай бұрын

    Aaron, take your gheenoe up to flamingo and you will catch your snook. Use artificial shrimp and skip them up under the mangroves on a falling tide.

  • @jefflaliberte4587
    @jefflaliberte45872 ай бұрын

    Most Excellent episode

  • @sealifejamaica
    @sealifejamaica2 ай бұрын

    Great catch

  • @EasyToRemembur
    @EasyToRemembur2 ай бұрын

    Hey hun, when the pisscakes do you think you’ll make that fish identification video? Thanks man, great vids!

  • @scorporsupremacy7948
    @scorporsupremacy79482 ай бұрын

    Enjoyable as always ✊🏽💯

  • @Maxbfishing
    @Maxbfishing2 ай бұрын

    KWW Mesh Flex Fit WANTED!!! ❤ been sold out. B DAY COMING SOON asked wife , for kww hat for b day. 😊

  • @kylewenzel3584
    @kylewenzel35842 ай бұрын

    Oh man, I gotta try “the crunchies” that looks good! Solid sushi spread, that’s pro level!

  • @CJDuffie22
    @CJDuffie222 ай бұрын

    Awesome time! Let’s do it again soon 🎉

  • @CaptColladoOutdoors
    @CaptColladoOutdoors2 ай бұрын

    My freind is a great sushi maker! Makes me proud to be his freind! He makes sushi basically everyday. ❤😂

  • @marcoturtlecraze2484
    @marcoturtlecraze24842 ай бұрын

    I love how you called it snorkel captions 😂

  • @jeanniegherardi7300
    @jeanniegherardi73002 ай бұрын

    Yall are soooooo cute !!!!! Madeline NEEDS to talk MORE !!!!!

  • @suetodd16
    @suetodd162 ай бұрын

    Looks like a nice new 🛻.

  • @zzcaptainmastiv2727
    @zzcaptainmastiv27272 ай бұрын

    Yo Erin - i will definitely come to see you if/when i can get to Florida.

  • @zzcaptainmastiv2727

    @zzcaptainmastiv2727

    2 ай бұрын

    Aaron*

  • @maryjowohlgemuth5652
    @maryjowohlgemuth56522 ай бұрын

    Perhaps a spatula instead of those tongs for the crunchy rice cakes. Nice video and recipes. Thanks!

  • @enyapnomar
    @enyapnomar2 ай бұрын

    That is an ok Yellow Tail.... we got some Logs for Yellow tails in the Southern Caribbean.

  • @tommytsadventures
    @tommytsadventures2 ай бұрын

    Your sushi skills getting better Aaron! I'm glad to see you aren't smooshing the rice on the nori. Looking delicious.

  • @thecamocanoe
    @thecamocanoe2 ай бұрын

    That was an insane amount of Grouper.

  • @sammcvea1069
    @sammcvea10692 ай бұрын

    Awesome 😊

  • @user-yy3um9dv6z
    @user-yy3um9dv6z2 ай бұрын

    Aaron, my tuba professor in college gave me the Inner Game of Tennis to read by Tim Gallwey. Kind of a metaphorical look into not psyching yourself out over mistakes using tennis as the storyline. It helped. Check it out. It's a nice quick read, perfect for your deck during sunset. And besides...you aint got nothin to worry about cuz. Your game is strong.

  • @calico097
    @calico0972 ай бұрын

    You should try kimchi base along with sriracha sauce along with Japanese mayo and sesame oil for your spicy roll. It makes it more flavorful and tastes better than most sushi restaurants.

  • @dhickman9879
    @dhickman98792 ай бұрын

    Aaron…..great video as usual! Hey, what line set up would you recommend for the saragosa 8000 for reef fishing? As always, thx!

  • @igotatan1
    @igotatan12 ай бұрын

    It's called Kentucky windage brother... Thank you for posting.

  • @scottdenzin9124
    @scottdenzin91242 ай бұрын

    Barbarian is the norm? 😂 Why not! Chilling on Holiday.

  • @SeaHunterSpearfishing
    @SeaHunterSpearfishing2 ай бұрын

    I'm jealous, still have a bout a month before jumping into the green, cold water up here in New England. Love the food follow ups, we also spearfish for what we like to eat not bragging rights. You guys and Will are giving me some great inspiration to try new things and experiment. Thanks!!! One question: what is the sauce you guys put on the Wahoo on Jake's boat?

  • @mritolduso7355
    @mritolduso73552 ай бұрын

    Another great video Aaron! I don’t normally eat sushi, but you’re turning me…that looked delicious!

  • @drewandcharlie7583
    @drewandcharlie75832 ай бұрын

    My uncle got a wreck map for his house in cudjo key. Its amazing how many there are. It makes me wonder how many were scuttled and how many went down with sailors aboard..

  • @svenjaminfranklin471
    @svenjaminfranklin4712 ай бұрын

    Sooo good! I remember I was gonna head out for tuna one day and sharpened my spear the night before, ended up hitting the reef instead and just shooting high cause I sharpened one facet (tri tip) slightly longer then the others 🤦🏽‍♂️ shot a fish that was rare to the area really high which tore off in 2 seconds. (Fish would be fine since it was so super high the shot thankfully, will just look like a bottle opener at the top) Since then I never trust my sharpening skills 😂

  • @mrmister385
    @mrmister3852 ай бұрын

    Aaron, the amount of sharks you see diving is incredible. I've seen your video "Never dive alone" which was pretty scary. Any other close calls with those toothy monsters?

  • @Penelopy43
    @Penelopy432 ай бұрын

    LOVED LOVED LOVED seeing Tipsy!!! The vid was great too…lol.

  • @alcatrazrider
    @alcatrazrider2 ай бұрын

    a snook? snook him! 😂😂😂

  • @rogerr7856
    @rogerr78562 ай бұрын

    Must have been all those juicy beverages while sitting on that porch that threw you off! 😎🌴🍹

  • @WeekendPirate
    @WeekendPirate2 ай бұрын

    The sushi looked so good 🤤

  • @Mark_Beasley
    @Mark_Beasley2 ай бұрын

    Aaron, try using a greased spatula when turning your fried rice patties. Super video. Take care bro.

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