Spearfishing Giant Lingcod Catch & Cook!

[@Ed-ee6co]

Feeling privileged to have come across this channel. I will be going spear dive fishing now no doubt. Thank you!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Thank for watching! Make sure you go with folks who have experience as there is a lot that can go wrong out there

[@Heathersantacruz-x6v]

Thank you so much for making videos like this it helps me and my dad when we want to go spear fishing keep making content like this💛

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Ian, that is exactly why I make them! I really appreciate the positive feedback. Please let me know if there is anything you would like to see covered in a future vid. Otherwise I will just keep dropping vids and covering what I feel that I would have wanted to learn when I was a newer diver.

[@betzaidavazquez5579]

I Love when you upload Kevin ! Its always a great time, so informative with awesome underwater footage and a delicious clean meal. I hope to get to you one of these days, keep doing what you Love because we're loving it 🌟❤✌

[@Jarom.M]

I was spearfishing with that style of belt clasp while scuba diving off from the Oregon coast several years back. I had just brained (or so I thought) a black rockfish and put it on my stringer. The fish kicked as the stringer went behind me and caught on the open bit of that belt and dropped it. Thankfully only half my weight was on the belt so I didn't rocket to the surface, but I had to abort the dive as a result. Now I only use the Mako Spearguns style of belt. You pull the loose end and let it drop. Easy release for a person, but not for a fish.

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Bummer! Sorry you lost your belt!

[@rogersattoof3593]

Dude . . I am teased to DEATH 😂 I am very glad that i found another person like me who values and loves LingCod more than halibut or any other white fish!!! I honestly prefer it even over Salmon. It is my ultimate favorite fish. I love your face expressions while eating. Thanks for this great video

[@chungusfishing]

Good to meet you at the street fair Dr. Kev! Awesome video, hoping to join on a poke pole sesh soon.

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Hope so!

[@toddesquer5062]

The way you film your cooking made me hungry. Nice work. I just moved to Anchor bay so I’m going to try spear fishing. Thank you for your content.

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Just saw this comment. Much appreciated! Good luck out there and hit me up if you need a guide! catchncookcalifornia.com

[@aileendanao7642]

I love your channel and videos, the pure joy in your face I can feel your love of food and what nature provides. I met you at the Fisherman's life fair and you are the real deal so kind, positive, and a true professor of nature

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Thank you Aileen! Great meeting you!

[@pdsCV]

Good stuff as always Kevin. I especially appreciated the Pat McManus quote. My grandparents in Eastern Washington knew him. We heard MANY of his stories when we were younger and it formed me as an outdoorsman. Keep it up!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

That is awesome!

[@TheSpearoHeroes]

Patrick McManus was/is a national treasure!

[@92bagder]

I think smoking the uni would be interesting to try. Cut the urchin open like normal, drain and place a wet seaweed on the opening, smoke for like 10-15 minutes. Smoked uni sounds good

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

I think my buddy Taku has tried that. It sounds great! I might give it a shot too in the future, Thanks for the feedback!

[@On_My_Trips]

Awesome episode Kevin. Really love the info on the weight belt.

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Thanks! Glad to hear it! It is hard to balance the gear information with catch and cook content but I just keep posting what I would want to know if I were new to spearfishing in hopes that it helps others. I definitely appreciate the feedback!

[@Aquanaut650]

This is awesome, informative content, with a consciencious approach to spearing. A couple things I like to do are bleed and gut my fish after braining them, for optimum meat quality. We also use heavy mono line with a spike and caribiner/tuna clip for stringers. Those hoop stringers are prone to popping open if they get caught up and twisted. Wouldn’t wanna lose your beautiful bounties!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Right on! Yeah, we used those mono-and-spike stringers for years on the North Coast. They work great! This safty pin-style stringer is made by Pitbull Tackle out of the Bay Area and has a heavy spring load so there is really no chance of it opening. I know what you mean about some of the knock off safty pin style stringers though.Thanks for watching and for the feedback!

[@jcorn56]

Good stuff Kevin. See you tomorrow for clamming!

[@maxiem1990]

You are a wonderful man Kevin, watching you before my bedtime and you make me smile, keep on smiling man thanks for what you do! (:

[@user-mm5ly6ru6s]

Enjoyed watching you eat the variety of your catches

[@pulehushortribs157]

Nice Hunt and Nice Feed Man, I'm a New Fan✌❤🤗

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Welcome! And thanks for the feedback!

[@blkaudiofan]

I can’t swim so I’m gonna live my dream of spear fishing and foraging through you lol thanks for the video lol

[@marke.1021]

Take a swim class, many park and rec centers offer private lessons and are not to costly. Only have to learn once and with good instructor is well worth the time.

[@breadrunner7315]

heck it could save your life or someone elses some day

[@SaltyNotSalty]

sheepshead slipped out behind that perch wall scene

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Really? I have never seen one there. Guess I have to go back and re-watch the footage.

[@calebmallory4595]

Fantastic video!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Thank you!

[@StevenDelCastillo]

Fantastic video Dr. Kevin, thank you!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Thank you!

[@Erical65]

That was a great video, entertaining and educational. Thanks for passing on you knowledge!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@LonC1966]

Looked very delicious. A perfect video after watching Taku Tuesday.

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

It was quite tasty!

[@zaneemery9064]

Killer series! Appreciate you sharing, Kev.

[@CentseiSam]

This channel makes me wanna buy gear and learn this

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Thanks! I recommend renting gear for the first time. But if you need a guide catchncookcalifornia.com

[@Morgancj]

Ahh man. I grew up on Catalina island and was an avid swimmer growing up. Ever since moving away and becoming a paramedic I’ve developed a ton of “what if “ anxiety .. now always worried about putting myself in sketchy situations.. in this instance would be spearfishing now that I’m not a kid anymore. I really wanna get out there and try .. but very difficult to shake the anxiety.

[@Morgancj]

Adding on , I’ll probably be taking you up on one of your guided tours doc , you’re very calming and I think it could possibly get me out out of my shell

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

I totally understand where you are coming from. But we all have to go at some point and we don't choose when. Elvis was the king and he died on the toilet... just saying... there are worse ways to go. Come out with me, we will go in a very calm shallow water reef to play it ultra safe and you will have a great time! Don't let the anxiety of "what if" keep you from living life to the fullest!

[@HellDog001]

I've never spearfished but from watching your videos I really want to give it a try at some point!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

It is an incredible experience and one of my favorite outings that I guide locally! It it like combining all of your favorite aspects of hunting and fishing!

[@benjovi7007]

thank you awesome vid.

[@zekelucente9702]

Great cooking segment.

[@whackadoodle1]

Never been a cod fan, but now I want to try ling cod! (also, I kinda like chewing on the ginger once in a while, so sue me lol). great video!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Lol you do you! Lingcod is quite good!

[@g.e.1432]

It's ok, you can eat ginger, I do and I eat organic turmeric root raw too, I love spicy food except for wasabi.

[@mattiechew]

Lingcod are the best eating fish in Cali. By far!

[@pursuitoffish]

Great video! I felt it when you tasted the ling 😂

[@breadrunner7315]

love the videos! im heading to fort bragg at the end of the month and am going to go spear fishing for the first time in 10 years! been watching all your videos and its really encoraged me to get some fresh bands on my spear and go see if i can get me a lig or 2!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Right on! Happy hunting!

[@jackl9755]

These videos are rad. Thank you.

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Much appreciated!

[@desertfairychickres4021]

KEVIN! Cool me down and FEED ME! 113° here in Arizona a couple of days ago. Been brutal to say the least. Blessings sir, K.T.

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

That does sound brutal!

[@jasona70]

Amazing catch ! Try adding a dash of sesame oil in the green onion/ garlic oil. It gives it an amazing nutty flavor.

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Sounds great!

[@danielmartinez0422]

Love your videos dude keep it up

[@Rafeezy707]

How cold is your body with a wetsuit on here in cali coast water? Nice video btw!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Pretty warm most of the time though you start to cool down after about three hrs in the water.

[@chrispinelli8927]

Good stuff. Noob question, are you ever worried about sharks?

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Yup. In all honesty though, we know that we are the slowest seals on the block so we kinda have to come to terms with it.

[@christophercarrillo4726]

@@catchncookcalifornia1574 How often do you see them? You've inspired me to spearfish!

[@RV_Chef_Life]

Awesome video 💪 Have you thought about saving the Ling Cod jaws, letting it dry out and de flesh, bleach it and glue it together to display?

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

There used to be an old fence post where I grew up where are the locals would display those. It has been a long time, but maybe it is time to renew that tradition!

[@bretthumphries7911]

Looks delish. Love toasted sesame oil, but it's like vanilla-a little goes a long way. Tight lines

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Agreed!

[@geoffginer8823]

Crazy what's up with the giant Great Whites out there where seals present.?

[@mattiechew]

The best days to go fishing are the days that end in a "y"

[@haroldtakahashi8875]

💛...when the eyes roll back, it must be nirvana...

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Lol it was a moment for sure.

[@danieldoss1987]

Nice to see a lack of purple urchins. You must be in a sea otter area?

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

No otters here but it is a rare reef indeed. I think the freshwater input from a nearby river has helped (urchins don't like freshwater) and this point is surrounded by sand which I think has also made it harder for urchins to populate. Thanks for watching!

[@MarkAustinKelton]

gotta make shorts of just your reaction to the food

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Lol I will keep that in mind!

[@rudysison9010]

I would guess a wet suit is needed for free diving to catch or grab your food?

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Yes, in California a wetsuit is needed. I did a full review of the Elios Sub wetsuit that I use in a previous video in this series if you are interested. Thanks for watching!

[@eruffdaddy21]

Where were you gishing at in the video?

[@Thee_Sinner]

Do you know of any sources for learning about foraging in the Trinity/Shasta area?

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

I did a vid a little while back on Sierra Nevada trout fishing where I discussed a field book. If you get a copy of that book I am sure a lot of info will roll over to your area.

[@Thee_Sinner]

@@catchncookcalifornia1574 Right on, thanks dude

[@rudysison9010]

Damn that looks yummy Dude

[@quangtrung999]

Do you have any tips on ear equalization with vertical head down? I have to dive down at a slanted angle in order to equalize my ears and still have some difficulty. I always try my best to do frenzel if possible but it is hard underwater especially head is vertically down.

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Try pinching your nose, blowing air in as a standard Frenzel but swallow at the same time. This can trigger the eustachian tubes to relax and open. It is how I had to clear my ears for the first year that I started diving. After doing it that way for some time it seems that may ears simply got used to it and now I just Frenzel.

[@ironmonkey4o8]

Where was Andrew in the cooking portion? We didn't get to see him enjoy his bounty.

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Lol he had to work.

[@PedroMor75]

You kind'a sound like a portuguese when talking about cod fish (check it out if you´re curiouse enough) cause the saying is like 1001 portuguese recepies, and every single one is deliciouse ;), Northern atlantic though).... Be carefull though, you might be related to us... If so, you really have good taste... :D

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Lol. I have only made one Portuguese recipe on this channel so far and it was absolutely amazing! You just inspired me to make another one!

[@seanbreed8248]

Nice ling!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Thanks Sean!

[@Thebossman209]

I live in california, what part of cali is this?

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

SF Bay Area. But there are opportunities for shore diving for lings from Central CA to the Oregon Boarder for Californians.

[@Bearacooter]

How do you have a stache and get your mask to seal??

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Lol, it leaks and I just clear it often. You can put Vaseline or Chapstick in the stash hair for a better seal though.

[@terryhsiao1745]

you have the same knife as i do hhaha

[@Vaft91]

What kelp is that with the soft blue shimmer?

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

It is called iridescent seaweed. It is very pretty, right?

[@KeremyDrake]

Where is this? which beach?

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Sorry but we do not disclose locations. Poachers do monitor KZbin comments and we want to encourage sustainability. Any central coast or north coast rocky reef with car-sized boulders stacked on boulders will hold lingcod though. Good luck!

[@g.e.1432]

I love crab but that uni, sorry I find it revolting.

[@Thebossman209]

Send the address!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

As a policy we do not share locations to keep our spots sustainable. While I am sure you are totally cool and conservation-minded, poachers do monitor comments on KZbin and they do not care about the health of the reef or fisheries. You can find spots like this from Big Sur north to the Oregon boarder. Just look for boulders stacked on boulders which is what lingcod like as it provides large caves for them to hide in. Thanks for watching!

[@rvierra7235]

Sir, where can I get that weight belt?

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

I just added the link to the video description.

[@rvierra7235]

@catchncookcalifornia1574 Thank you Sir.👍