This Has NEVER Happened to Me while Fishing... NOT GOOD!

[@althomas7977]

I admire your courage and strength. As a scrawny elderly man, I live my life vicariously through your exploits.

[@richardmeadows1911]

Nick, I love your videos. Clean, wholesome, and not specifically for profit. It shows in every video that it's purely out of love for the sport. Keep up the great hunt for that monster, and best of luck to you!

[@Mylris]

I wonder if Nick is religious and thats the reason he doesnt swear.

[@Ecrocken]

Looks like Nic needs a company that makes a good fire-starter to sponsor him! Love your videos, sir. Merry Christmas to you and all of your followers!

[@tyharland1906]

Buddy falls down in almost every video but comes up swingin lol. Love it

[@markbambach1158]

So sorry to hear about the migraines Nick. Thanks for powering through and making another great video!

[@saulGjr]

Another great video Mr Nick. For fires I would recommend a torch lighter and for fuel I would suggest dryer lint. I carry an old medicine bottle packed with dryer lint. My son does as well. Starts fire very easily and does not take up much space.

[@andyjoubert9410]

You have my sympathy Nick, I also suffer from ocular migraines. The only way is, as you demonstrated,to power through it. Thanks for a great show!

[@TheSteelpony]

This kinda turned into a survival episode! Appreciate the dedication!

[@tjscreenwriter123]

Happy New Fishing Year to ya, Nick! Looking forward to every trip you take! Thanks for the hard work and great videos!

[@2tellthetruth-is2um]

Wow Nick you just diagnosed something that has been happening to me for years that now one else had. Gave me recognition that what I had happening to me was real. Thank You!!!!!

[@Strykenine]

You sure are hard on camera equipment! But it's worth it. Hope your Christmas and New Years are full of friends and family.

[@dogleg]

I have those. The lightning bolt that circles the vision in one eye is usually a sign that I am going to have a huge headache later. Thanks for the vid, Nick!

[@keithkarbel2000]

As soon as I get the light, I take ibuprofen to prevent the headache that would be coming. Of course, I never carry meds with me while fishing.

[@dogleg]

@@keithkarbel2000 Excedrin Migraine is my go to.

[@timothyjohnson5062]

Classic migraine. I know them well for almost 50 years. Get them abut 5-6 times a year. Carry Excedrin with you. FYI Nick...a hit of weed helps a lot.

[@robertflint4115]

Nick is a Beast!! Delivering content to us while battling migraines. We appreciate it, thank you 🙏🏼 🤘😎

[@johnoliva5153]

I applaud your dedication to fishing.Cause I know you'd never catch me out there in that kind of weather.Thank you for all you do.Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and yours.

[@caddisfly9651]

Way to endure Nic, tough conditions and an ocular migraine and a gnarly slip and fall. Still, you're fishing. Have a good New Year and I'm looking forward to more great content in the New Year.

[@scottvann4267]

Hey Nick, get yourself some hand warmers that you can put in your hoodie in your pockets. They will help you out.

[@interactivefish]

I feel your pain. I get Ophthalmic Migraines about twice a year! Really a tough thing to fight through, not being able to see for an hour or two. And the pain that comes after the ring expand out the periphery sucks too. Way to stuck it out!

[@RichardRoger1966]

Dude, one thing I've learned about cycling to a new spot and there are bushes around... At some point you're gonna hook your tip in a bush and snap that puppy off and you'll be down a rod for fishing. You carry multiple rods, so it won't be too bad, but dang. I've snapped my only rod I was carrying on a bike. Lesson learned. The Tips of the Rods NEVER face forward.

[@tamiashines2598]

And There’s the Fall!! Love ya Nick, Stay on ya feet buddy!

[@waynevarteresian7349]

Nick, absolutely love your channel. Favorite time of the week when you post. Keep trying for your goal!

[@140kittykat]

I love that catfish. He is adorable and loves to go for long leisurely swims. He has many siblings, and his parents were uncreative yet realistic about survival rates, and named all their children "Monster." Congrats on catching a monster catfish Nick!

[@rescue037137]

Merry Christmas and Happy New year Nick! Good stuff man; I loved the little drone crash at the end. The trips, the falls, the lost fish, the drone crash, the great fish you did catch... man your so human. Your videos are so great to watch at the end of my work day. Can't wait to see what the new year brings.

[@patmancrowley8509]

Nick, the best pair of gloves I've picked up for fishing in cold weather is rag-wool partial finger gloves. I've since found the same thing but with mitten flip-ups when you don't need the dexterity but need the warmth.

[@andrewoakley4957]

This was funny, the way the drone said no way its too cold 😂. You have to be careful about falling over when you are out fishing in the middle of nowhere, that looked like it hurt! Take care and happy new year to you and yours from a rather grey England. 😊

[@michaelcoachman7284]

Only thing you missing is the pot, the seasoning and the grease, and you got yourself a fresh fish fry.

[@brimstone260]

Poor fellow, the migraines are the devils work, you probs got a bit stressed trying to get the fire going. Still got a few fish and looks like a great spot. Merry xmas and a happy new year Nick, thanks for all thd content in 2024.👍

[@user-zl8uk1cp7b]

Great video man. You n Tyler from Ty pig patrol are my favs! I went fishing today myself and had a first as well. I was in the process of pulling the hook out of a fish when the hook got buried in my thumb, past the barb. I said to myself, "at least it's not in your lip and pulled the hook out of my thumb. I also continued fishing for at least another hour.

[@618Fishing]

Sorry to hear about the thumb, but I applaud your outlook on the situation! Thanks for watching!

[@user-zl8uk1cp7b]

@618Fishing Thank you. The thumb should be fine, just got to monitor for signs of infection. I'd have to lose two whole fingers to keep me off of the water, especially on days like today. Lol.

[@rcsutter]

Ouch. I can feel it because it's happened so many times over the years. Two things I learned to do was, always carry some antibiotic cream in the truck (neosporin) and de-barb my hooks. A lot of people will argue with me, but I don't lose fish over it. I keep my line tight. Without the barb, it comes right out of your hand, boat carpet, clothes, whatever. Saved me a lot of hassles over the years. A must when fishing with kids or dogs, you don't want to be wrestling a barbed hook out of either one, trust me on that! Some of the places I fish here in Colorado require it, so I just do it all the time now. Good fishing to ya, take care out there.

[@user-zl8uk1cp7b]

@@rcsutter Yes sir. I learned the hard way. I guess I had been lucky to this point, being as how I've been fishing pretty hard for at least the last ten years with not one accident. I had hooked a decent rainbow and I had just bent down to get the hook out of him, n it was just the right or wrong confluence of events. I didn't think it had went in as deep as it did until the fish was flopping around and my finger was flopping right along with him. Note taken! Lol. I too am a Colorado native. From Pueblo. It's really not as bad as some people would like you to believe.

[@rcsutter]

@@user-zl8uk1cp7b Small world! I fish Pueblo Reservoir a lot. I like it just fine down there. Almost bought a house in West Pueblo but my kids and grandkids are here in Denver, so I decided to stay here. Nice thing about either city, in 45 minutes you can be in beautiful mountain country and leave the city behind.

[@AndrewThomson-r2v]

Look forward and love w 11:13 atching your videos from an angler here in Scotland wish you all the best and many tight lines for the new year.

[@ThomasPaine1974]

Happy new years 618 ! I have enjoyed the fishing with ya! Thank you brother!

[@billcotton1551]

Wow Nick! That condition can't make driving easy. Take care of yourself, and have a great New Year!

[@MichaelThomas-dr6xy]

I’ve had that ocular blind spot thing happen to me before, it’s no fun! Hope you get to feeling better Nic!

[@HataKreataz]

Rough day, but you kept a good attitude and pulled one kitty - winning. Sorry about your ocular migraine; you overcame a lot in that session. Thank you for sharing!

[@mikepollock8295]

Good catches! I hope you had a great Christmas and a great new Years as well! You got a good fire going there ! Well take care Nick and see you next adventure!!!

[@ironmikebassmaster3252]

Great show as always Nick... Sorry to hear about the migraines though... If you catch one of those carp early on next time dice that sucker up and Chum with him😂❤❤❤❤

[@Aluhcav]

Love your videos Nick, but please do take care of yourself, not just for us, but for your own safety. All the best and Happy New Year!

[@steveparker8723]

Always look forward to your videos . Merry Christmas.

[@DamianPereyraHs]

Merry Christmas Nick! 😊 About that ocular migrane, in could envoiraments blood pressure always goed up. So be careful! 🙌 We need you, always igneting our fishing spirit. ❤

[@pozolan10]

Thank you nick for all your awesome videos that keep me entertained even after I moved to Taiwan. Keep it up and thank you.

[@heyreddin2.0s10]

Another good one. I hope you have relief from your migraines.

[@Rebel_Lord_Taron]

S'Go!!!! Merry Christmas and happy New Year fellow outdoorsman

[@cedricmilford5254]

Fishing aside, I hope you’re doing better by now. Those migraines are a serious matter. Merry Christmas, happy new year . Blessings!

[@IsiahStephens]

The view is phenomenal. I recently just started going fishing and hopefully I can catch something as big as the one PB you caught. Nic keep up those great catches!

[@darnellmunerlyn7170]

You sure like falling in these videos. We love your enthusiasm for fishing.❤

[@briangoldthorpe91566]

Thanks Nick. Happy Holidays and I appreciate all your videos.

[@ReklessFFA]

You truly have a gift of making every video look like a movie

[@skallywag4984]

Hey dude been watching your stuff for a couple years. Really enjoy it. Especially when you hit some spots I know. Keep it up brother I love it. You inspire me to get up and go dude. Thanks man. Go get that 100lb catfish

[@phillipstaples5721]

Cheers for all the awesome content this year, looking forward to see what 2025 brings. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you Nick.

[@davemanton5774]

Hi Nick, Hope you were not too poorly and made it home safe. Hope you have had a good Christmas and have a prosperouss New Year. Thanks for this vid , in that freezing weather, it is not easy yourvactrue trooper.

[@roberthoffhines5419]

Ugh, I get those about 4x per year. Luckily, no pain, and they clear after about 20-30 minutes. Never while fishing, but once in an orchestra rehearsal!

[@kurtbargar1618]

Happy New Year eveyone 🥳 how about a 2024 highlight vidio. You had a very good year fishing with some exceptional fish. We all appreciate Thursday down loads. Take care Nick see you in 2025 good luck!!!!!

[@Zeus-wl2pl]

Love the sport, love the adventures you take us on. Unsurpassed editing. Stay healthy, my friend.

[@jimmycatfishhunter]

Happy New Year Nic, may your new year be blessed with Giants 🥳🐟🎣

[@TheSimong69]

great vlog brother...happy fishing and ahappy huge catch for the new year

[@862brady]

Great commitment and steadfast adventure Nick. Feel Better see you next year! :)

[@rcsutter]

Oh man, I get ocular migraines too Nick, I feel for ya. I was on a trip last weekend and had to pull off for a half hour to let one pass. Fishing is one thing, but driving is another. Don't drive with one. For people that don't know, it doesn't really hurt, it just creates this swimming pattern in your eye. Starts from the edge of your vision and moves across like an eclipse. Sometimes total, but usually partial. It's hard to describe but that's my take on it. Anyway, back to fishing, those asian carp give you a good fight, but it's too bad they've taken over so many of our rivers. You can't get past them to catch the wipers, catfish, walleye, etc. that you know are there. If you use bait, they eat it. If you use lures, you snag 'em. You can't throw them back, but how much catfish bait can you store and use? They're actually good to eat, there's plenty of youtubers showing how to prepare them. But still, you're back to the problem of not being able to catch any of the target species. I've seen them fished commercially, to be ground into pet food, but they're hardly putting a dent in them. Sorry to get on my soapbox but this is a serious threat to sport fishing in a large part of the country.

[@robertsherman871]

We enjoy EVERY episode Nick!

[@drcrap118]

I get those ocular migraines sometimes while working, or if I get too much sun. I have no advice or tricks other than to say that I *stupidly* tough them out most of the time. Great video dude, it reminded me of some of the half-assed walleye fishing adventures I had with my friend Jimmy. It sucks when it's cold and dark but at least you had the comfort of a small fire.

[@timothyjohnson5062]

Take Excedrin immediately when you see the lights. Lie down if you can. And...a bit of weed helps to function. From a 50 year migraine sufferer.

[@drcrap118]

@@timothyjohnson5062 Yep. I usually have some excedrine or something like it with me somewhere. Once I'm home safe I'll pop an edible or two, drink some water and crash in my room, which is all blacked out and has a powerful fan going. That seems to help. I also try to limit activity on ridiculously sunny days. one of my hobbies is photography and I've noticed that on super sunny days when I'm using my eyes to really concentrate on stuff in my viewfinder, the headaches come on quick and strong so I've tried to find my limits and back off.

[@B.Hill.]

Ive gotten ocular migranes a few time they always happen when im fishing for some reason. Luckly I havent had one in about a year

[@Sturgeon-p9b]

Happy new year man ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤to you and your family ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@danielgoodwin4719]

Episode right after Christmas.... Dedication! Awesome video 👍🎄

[@roylove276]

Happy New Year Nick. Your time will come to hook that massive fish. In the meantime, the smaller ones will have to do

[@JayMac-kj9kt]

Loved the video as always, sorry about your migraine... my sister gets them a lot and says chai tea works pretty good for her, maybe you could try it. Wishing you the best for the New Year, stay safe and healthy Dear Sir, Peace and brother love to you and all.

[@618Fishing]

Thank you for the suggestion and thank you for watching! Happy new year!

[@georgegarton8736]

You are my number 1 go to fishing show this year. Great season. Use to watch Catfish Dave until he turned into a temper tantrum child. Happy New Year and look forward to next year.

[@Thegoofyairgunner]

Another great video!! You never disappoint with the videography and enthusiasm!!

[@detroitdiy]

Sounds like you have been battling a cold the last couple of weeks. Hope you are feeling better soon. Merry Christmas, love the videos.

[@RadReelingFishing]

Could be cluster headaches if it's over one eye. Keep some meds with you at all times. I can tell you were in pain. Always a great video.

[@maximusdesmund2072]

Psilocybin is a miracle cure for cluster headaches.. research it

[@iliveinthewoods]

Thanks for the video. Excedrin Migraine helps mine. 2 does wonders, but be aware of the caffeine.

[@ToddFletcher-l2f]

I feel like im right there with you fishing , always taking us on a great adventure. Im ready for that monster catfish , Its out there buddy

[@upperleftcoastchelseafan7718]

I used to suffer from debiltating migraines until I was diagnosed with high blood pressure and put on blood pressure meds. That's been over 10 years ago and I've never had a migraine since. Nic you seem like a young healthy guy and I wouldn't think you would have high blood pressure but just in case, it's something you should discuss with your doctor, it could be the root cause of your migraines. Love your vid's, keep up the great work and I hope you bust that giant 'cat' soon.

[@TheRanger0ne]

Nic, have you tried a flapper bait? Basically cutting a small fish from tail to head both sides of the back bone but leaving the fillets attached to the head. When fishing for Pike and Zander here in the UK I fix a bright read poly pop-up ball on the trace in front of the head to lift the bait off the bottom and to allow it to flap in the current giving out a tremendous scent trail.

[@RichardRoger1966]

I also get ocular migraines and I know how difficult it is to do anything in the midst thereof. God Bless Dude. It is better to have it happen on the river as opposed to having one whilst driving or doing anything else (which I have had and pulled over for a long while ~ they usually last over an hour for me).

[@bobmanzi7712]

Great stuff nick thanks. Happy new year I look forward to twenty twenty five

[@ryanbarth3790]

Very entertaining! Merry Christmas!

[@mattthorp9943]

I know the pain of migraines all too well as I normally experience 2-5 a month since a neck procedure 2 years ago. You probably have a couple remedies you use, but occasionally rubbing a small drop of peppermint oil where I feel pressure has helped me. Additionally, you can also ask your GP about maxalt. Tight lines, and hope you can get a kicker catfish before the new year. 🎣🤙

[@618Fishing]

Sorry to hear that.. wish I could find something to prevent them/make them go away quicker.. usually I’ll just take some Advil or Tylenol and wait them out. Thanks for watching!

[@mattthorp9943]

@618Fishing magnesium is definitely your friend. Just not in the form of bananas when fishing from a boat. 😂 Tight lines. 🎣🤙

[@jsullivan5823]

Ooof I get those ocular migraines too, glad you were okay out there. Thanks again man!

[@Hjus116]

Love your videos man!

[@darkiee69]

Nick, get yourself some tampons, keep them dry in a zip lock bag. They're excellent fire starters. Just fluff them up and get some sparks, or a flame to it and it burns. No need to use a whole one either, you can cut them in half.

[@Curry_Prodz18]

Great video nick keep up the great work

[@rchrdjms62]

You have given me great hope! I too can do what you do now. I can bust my ass and not get a fire started.

[@guyhummel2847]

You need to try the cardboard egg crates with dryer lint packed into each divet, then melt candle wax into each one. Then when they are cooled off you can break them into individual firestarters. I have done this since I was in my early 20's and I'm 56 now. These burn long enough to start semi wet wood and other material to start burning. They burn up to 25 minutes per individual divet... hope you try this 😎

[@RodNHandFishing]

I get ocular migraines bad too. Never known anyone else who deals with em. They suck! Great video as always! Tight lines

[@raultejada8968]

Whats up nick hope your christmas was great

[@dempseykraft]

Your song choices are always soooooooo good.

[@patriciabolduc4613]

Great job and the fishing was awesome See ya later Buddy 🦈🦈🦈🎣🎣🎣

[@raja_bersiong]

hello. from Malaysia here. just want to give some my 20 cent advice about your migrain. dont skip your meal. eat something just in time. just 3 times eating a good food in a day. happy fishing bro! 🤙

[@justinandalyssarogers9873]

Talk about roughing it. Dang man! Way to stick it out! Great video stay warm! Did you get warmed up?

[@aartamen]

What I like about this channel is he almost never loses a fish.

[@79travisdee]

A good 618 fishing video isn’t complete without a blooper of you falling. That drone at the end was funny too. I think you need to do a video of your best/worst bloopers

[@threemuch]

I get ocular migraines too. Little scary especially if doing something where seeing is required. Great videos.

[@robertsyfritt9334]

Happy New Year !

[@oldman0995]

Hope you catch that big one soon. Stay warm.

[@andrewharms8109]

Love the videos man ive learned a lot from you keep up the great work just now found out you live in Illinois im from iowa i might have to make a take a fishing trip soon

[@HollenderHouse]

I love your videos you do a great job merry Christmas and a happy new year.

[@jnold5838]

Good fishing bro!!!!

[@patmccrady6063]

Nick Thank you for sharing. Hope you had an awesome Christmas and an even better new year. What does your catfish rig look like?

[@tmantech38]

Merry Christmas nic! I wish I could meet you in person!!

[@bigbear1499]

Never give up hope Nick 💪💪💪💪

[@jimmywhite571]

Nice catch

[@tophertrimmer5841]

For cold weather when I still need my fingers I use nitrile gloves. Get a brand used for mechanical or oil change work. They work as perfect wind breakers and can be worn under more insulating gloves.

[@coastalheights3574]

I started getting ocular migraines a few years back they suck. The 1st time I had one I thought something major was wrong. Another great video man keep up the good work.