Commercial Fishing - A Day in the Life of a Commercial Monkfish Fisherman | The Fish Locker

[@TheFishLocker]

What a lot of snarky people there are today. It just shows how small peoples attention spans are and how little they understand about the work that goes into making content. This is a different video filmed on a completely different day to the first monkfish video published 1 month ago. Be grateful, be nice or do not comment. It’s that simple. 👍🏻

[@matthewjohnson816]

Don’t let them bother you mate… The videos you make and share are hugely uplifting and a welcome distraction to everyday life. Sincerely appreciate what you do, keep up the great work. Matt

[@at7595]

That was ALOT of hard work for the day. I couldn't imagine doing that everyday... But the variety is great!! Tangles.... not so much. I know Mikey was glad to have your help John.

[@bizbizley]

I at first thought it was a repeat of the earlier Monkfish episode. The point is it’s a different video about ‘a day in the life’ of a commercial fisherman. Yes it’s Ground Hog day in that the graft needed to catch the ‘catch’ is never commensurate with the reward. Ignore the ill informed. I find it fascinating. 👏👏

[@GoldVP...]

It was because of the strawberry full moon last night lol

[@rolffigueiredo3786]

As I already said , definitely not a repeat. We got to see the hard work for the prep… I found it fascinating 🧐. Good luck and God . R

[@johnwelbourn3811]

A great day, I really enjoy these commercial fishing videos. It's amazing how selective those nets are, very few under weight or undesirable species. A huge thanks to Mikey for letting us tag along.

[@TheFishLocker]

The only things that this net caught that were undersized was crabs and they can be unpicked and returned to the sea alive. 👍🏻🦀

[@johnmullin1188]

Patience is a virtue to take the catch out of the net it's hard graft for fishermen they deserve every penny they make God bless you all and all who sail nice 1 Johnny thanks for the video 😊😊

[@robmcdonnell1]

Great video! That second net seemed very productive. I couldn't believe the size of those crabs! Removing everything from the net looks like hard work. Does Mikey usually do everything by himself?

[@TheFishLocker]

Mikey works completely solo most of the time. And yes, removing those crabs really is hard work. 🤣🦀

[@nancys2212]

LOVED this posting! Diverse seafood species really made it interesting. How nice someone has made a machine to help keep nets in check. Now it would be nice for someone to invent how to release the catch easier and faster. Thanks for taking us along and thanks to the Captain for allowing it.

[@TheFishLocker]

If the fish were easy to get out of the net. They wouldn’t get stuck in it. 😉

[@nancys2212]

John, I know it's counterproductive but we folks like to have our 'cake' and eat it too occasionally. Saw today's posting (Sunday 11 June '23) and I enjoyed it too. Two nice pollacks to take home. Gave it a thumbs-up 👍 it was fine fishing as you stated. Did I miss the posting with Jim cooking up the Monkfish cheeks? I've had halibut cheeks and they are a 'treat'. My best to the familyand hello from the states!

[@roblox_bedwars_content]

i absoloutly love monkfish (both to eat and as an animal) and i have to admit, these videos on commercial fishing are really interesting stuff. thank you very much!

[@homey3051]

A great day, I really enjoy these commercial fishing videos

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you, I do too.

[@tamanderson3250]

The editing makes it looks easy, and for someone who has only caught cod ,mackerel and pollock by rod from a boat in the firth of fourth I am envious of your day out .

[@TheFishLocker]

Haha. It is far from easy in real life.

[@MichaelBrazdaFilms]

I am a video producer in North Carolina and I have fished since the early 1970's. This is one of the best, most realistic commercial fishing videos I have ever watched in your part of the world. I was guessing you were around the English Channel. Here off the NC coast, there is a small fleet of bottom fishing boats that fish on the NC continental drop, about 50 miles offshore, 300 - 400 feet of water for snapper, trigger fish, grouper and many others. Your video reminds me of that deep drop trip. If you guys made 10 hours of content, I would watch all of it!

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you very much Michael, have you seen any of our other Commerical fishing videos? Crab, Cuttlefish, whelk?

[@cooltube]

John, they should all be very grateful of all the effort you put in to edit these videos. It’s a lot of work.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you for noticing.

[@terryhowie3099]

hello John, excellent video! Mikey is a very hard worker. I can't imagine having to do everything by myself.

[@johnjoyce556]

Just keep them coming John. These commercial fishing trips are really interesting no matter how many times you go out even on the same boat. Each trip is different and VERY INTERESTING. Just ignore the knockers. Yours is one of the best KZbin channels and you deserve the success and any reward it brings.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you very much John and take care. 😊👍🏻

[@vinnieleader]

Thank you John and Mikey for another glimpse into the hard work that's put into putting fish on our tables. I absolutely love watching these. Sending you health and happiness to both your familes.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you Vinnie and best wishes.

[@mikepersico328]

Im in the US and never knew you had such a variety of sport fish to catch in the UK !!!! I love the shows you come up with !!! Its pure fishing , no loud unappreciated music , just fishing !!!! There are NOT many people I like to fish with but if I ever had the chance , it would be FANTASTIC to fish with you !!! I catch alott of fish here but there is also ALOT of compitition with other people !! Keep the shows coming !!!!! There great !!!!!

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you very much Mike and best wishes to you and your family sir. 👍🏻🎣

[@Richard.357]

Wow, that was amazing to watch . Thanks for bringing us along.

[@TheFishLocker]

My pleasure Richard.

[@gordonfturner]

John I could watch your videos all day. Loving the series. Thank you for all your hard work and the effort you put in.

[@TheFishLocker]

It is my pleasure Gordon. Have a great day my friend. 😊👍🏻

[@CmooreMoleTrain]

The crazy crayfish sound is just like a fantastic dolphins cool sounds u herd it here 1st good people.😊

[@TheFishLocker]

Wonderful aren’t they.

[@theheeter9181]

This is my new favorite style of video you make, seeing how these different commercial fishermen do their work is so interesting and educational, I could watch them for hours!

[@TheFishLocker]

I feel that way too. I could watch these for hours.

[@jacquibradley1598]

Thank you John & Mikey, smashing upload. Greetings from a very windy (6 Beaufort) Cyprus. 🐟🐟🦀🦀

[@TheFishLocker]

Hi Jacqui. Have a lovely day. 😊

[@jacquibradley1598]

@@TheFishLocker Hey John are you uploading today, as I have to go out, heat is extremely high here, and Cicadas going crazy, just don't want to miss it!

[@kevinfletcher7471]

I am amazed at all the different species caught , still cant get my head round how well that net works on so many different levels ...amazing really.

[@TheFishLocker]

And no negative bycatch. Great isn’t it.

[@powellpker]

Loved both of the monk commercial videos mate you explain everything well.. Always wondered how they were targetted im glad they arn't all pulled up by the dredges.

[@Rusty1001]

Another excellent look see into our fishing industry. Nice work Fishlocker. Thank you.

[@TheFishLocker]

My pleasure mate.

[@nicholaskemp2246]

Really makes me appreciate the food on my plate. Whether it's fish or meat or veggies. The effort people go to to give you your daily food is amazing. I totally understand why years ago it was common to say grace at the table to thank them, even though it was aimed at some entity. Thanks John.

[@chelseamorning608]

I can't believe you guys don't get seasick. You really did pick the right occupation. I was getting ill just watching the boat rock :D Another great video

[@TheFishLocker]

It’s time spent at sea that builds that tolerance and balance

[@VT_Maid]

You too?!

[@dcautismmomma8616]

Super impressive operation! You 2 work together like a fine tuned machine!

[@TheFishLocker]

Mikey usually works solo, so he really works hard!!

[@dcautismmomma8616]

@@TheFishLocker Wow- you two must be in amazing shape given what you do for a living! Much respect from Washington, DC!

[@Doombar1973]

Brilliant once again - no two days are the same and you're right - sun-up is the best time of day. I was on holiday last week in Pontllyfni and watched a fisherman hauling his pots like you do. I saw him keep a few lobsters but was throwing nearly everything else back, mostly spider crab I think...some were huge! It was still fascinating just to see what came up. Thanks 😄

[@TheFishLocker]

I don’t keep many spider either.

[@ianturner3033]

An absolutely brilliant video,👏 showing how hardworking, and respectful this fisherman is.😲😀 He deserves respect and admiration, and every penny he earns.🫡🫡 Thank you for showing these videos.👍 You have a brilliant channel.👏❤️ Take care and stay safe.😷

[@fatfish6839]

Great video john as ever Thats where i work the Helford passage My boat is on the swing moorings Missed you again I like the idea of you showing the public that commercial fishing is not kill everything and damage the sea bed gill netting as you know is very selective with almost no dead by catch thrown back Well done john keep these coming 👏🏻 👍 😊

[@TheFishLocker]

This trip and video saw 1 single dogfish thrown back dead - Crabs had had it. Show me any form off commercial fishing that is more sustainable than that?!

[@jimpetersen8095]

John I was thinking how a hauler would help you, but you read my mind and said you don’t need or want one.. that’s funny. Thanks for another great video

[@TheFishLocker]

😊👍🏻

[@imxploring]

As always a great video! I could sit and watch these for hours enjoying the content like I was on the boat with you!

[@tonyhernandez2163]

I spent some time on the commercial boats in Alaska catching sockeye salmon and i have to say its noce to see a true to life video about how commercial fishing actually goes! Another great video!

[@crazyferret9409]

Love all your vids. Best on KZbin.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you. 😊👍🏻

[@lloydbrown1988]

Everything I know about fishing I’ve learnt from Mr Locker and my Dad, myself and my son watch these every week, he’s five and loves them. Thank you

[@colleenvarlow8764]

Thanks for the interesting video, as far as I know, we don't have monk fish in Australia. Great fish.

[@TheFishLocker]

That’s surprising as they are pretty well spread around the globe. Might be a water temp thing.

[@keithhaynes8079]

Great video John I am really enjoying these commercial fishing trips those crabs were unbelievable one of those would feed me for a week , keep them coming and thank Mikey.

[@TheFishLocker]

There were some proper bruisers in amongst them wasn’t there!!!

[@TerenceGarbett]

Morning John very interesting vidoe Tel G

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you very much.

[@PatBot]

Another very educational video John, fascinating the way Mikey cuts the claw tendons.. never seen that before. This vid goes a long way to show how much hard work goes into putting fish on our tables... Thanks for the upload John.

[@TheFishLocker]

It’s a very effective way of stopping them from fighting isn’t it.

[@stuartrice8143]

Another great watch John really enjoyed this one,may I say I enjoy everyone.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you very much Stuart.

[@beckyjackson7755]

Very fun and interesting to watch! I love seeing the process and that nothing goes to waste. Gives an appreciation for the work that goes into the seafood that we eat!

[@TheFishLocker]

I think so too Becky.

[@Conor_o_]

Great videos John, nice to see the different methods in action, 👍👍👍

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you Conor 😊👍🏻

[@bullfishingchannel8863]

nice video, you see how much they have to do to bring the fish to shore. multitasking on a boat !! crazy looking fish

[@TheFishLocker]

It’s not a job for the faint hearted. 😉

[@TheSparklyBeader87]

John, interesting and fun watching the nets come up and the different catch in them. Those monkfish have some wicked teeth!

[@TheFishLocker]

They are like pins and rows and rows of them!!!

[@Sammie-Lou-Miss-UK]

I’m loving watching these videos on the commercial boats,.. I’d love to see more of these kind of videos xxxxx

[@TheFishLocker]

More on the way.

[@Sammie-Lou-Miss-UK]

@@TheFishLocker awesome I can’t wait!! Xxx

[@keithcollings7695]

Hi John, great video, it amazes me how the net untangles after you remove the catch, it looks to be a complete mess. Very informative, thanks .

[@TheFishLocker]

It’s a skill. 😉

[@stephenking78]

Absolutely loved it, reminded me of the TV show How it's made. I love to find out how much work goes into the end product. Well done John for all the hard work 👍

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you Stephen 😊👍🏻

[@johndelta00]

Hats off to you guys, job well done!

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks mate.

[@HCH9990]

These are really interesting videos John. It would be useful to understand the minimum landing sizes for the monk and bycatch (you're using gauges on the shellfish and you mentioned a limit re the small ling) and the difference in rules within the 6 mile limit and outside it.

[@jefferykeller2995]

Some massive crabs. Interesting how he disables the claws. Awesome haul

[@TheFishLocker]

Very clever isn’t it.

[@1Akai1]

Crabs look like they give a hard time getting out of the nets. Looks like a wonderful day on the boat. Only halfway through looks like a lot of work.

[@TheFishLocker]

They are a real battle!!

[@rheidtech]

Great day. Thanks guys.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you.

[@ojuIes]

i remember watching you a bunch during covid lockdown - really got me through it. i’m glad to see you’re still getting the recognition you deserve. cheers to you & keep it up!

[@TheFishLocker]

If our content helped during lockdown then I am glad. Take care bud.

[@nicholascavie2464]

Awesome video again John a nice mixed catch ,looking forward 2 the next 1 .,the weather here is cold very cold the wind would blow a dog of a chain. Happy catching from AUSTRALIA Nick

[@TheFishLocker]

Hope you and the family are well Nick. 👍🏻

[@CmooreMoleTrain]

Top cleaner Mr fisherman love locker spider man.

[@TheFishLocker]

🤣🦀

[@krystynparker8603]

Fascinating, thank so much work goes into catching and preparing the catch for sale.😊

[@craigjoinsonoutdoors]

Nob heads everywhere unfortunately John, brill video and your true fans of the channel appreciate your hard work bringing us this content to watch and enjoy 👍🏻👍🏻

[@TheFishLocker]

Seems to be more about nowadays than every before sadly Craig.

[@pvoshefski]

The net work is fascinating to watch as someone who hasn't done this....Great video!

[@TheFishLocker]

I could watch this type of thing for hours.

[@robertcotton9091]

Massive thanks for sharing Mate! I really enjoyed that and found it very interesting :) Cheers. Rob.

[@TheFishLocker]

Glad to hear you enjoyed it Rob.

[@homer1033]

Some cracking sized crabs amongst that haul of monks, really interesting to see both sides of fishing from commercial to private

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you, I do hope that people find these videos interesting and educational. 😊👍🏻

[@timslights6894]

Thanks John/Mikey, It must be hard work untangling the crabs & fish from the net's as they come aboard & watching the winches spinning round, would scare me to death, hat's off to you Gents 😊

[@TheFishLocker]

It’s all exciting to me. 😊

[@jeffsmith50001]

Excellent John. Blokes doing bloke jobs. A pleasure to go to work.

[@TheFishLocker]

I agree

[@georgepatas3319]

I have done many different jobs in my life. non of them could beat the feeling of a daybreak on a boat. thank you for this video my friend.

[@TheFishLocker]

My pleasure George.

[@elliotjones7801]

Another great video! Thanks for giving us brilliant, informative videos so consistently.

[@TheFishLocker]

It is my pleasure Elliot. 😊

[@mikesaul8711]

Outstanding John, period.....kind regards Mike. Norfolk.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you very much Mike. 😊👍🏻

[@2000lmk]

Your content is fantastic! You are living the dream!!

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you.

[@johnmorris4003]

A good video, makes me think of things of 45 years ago. thank you.

[@TheFishLocker]

My pleasure John.

[@fishingnorfolk]

Great, video john. I love monkfish. Its the best. Love to see every bit of the catch bieng used. You cant get more, sustainable than that. I know these, huge Atlantic fishing ships are a giant factory below, deck. Making fish oils, dried fishmeal etc etc nothing is, wasted.

[@kingkilo8118]

The nets seem aggravating to me this is my first time watching your channel love it already

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you.

[@leeholman5693]

Same old mate. Haven’t got a clue but are experts 😂 As a spearo for over 40 years, starting with a sharpened stick. I still get it and those people as we know hide behind platforms, ask them to confront or ask face to face, we know the answer. Carry on mate we love your content, makes me smile whilst working away from the sea ❤

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks Lee and take care bud. 😉

[@johncook2303]

another great insight. thanks

[@kevinwest4488]

WOW!! awesome video.. that captain rocks the boat..

[@tonydeltablues]

As the 'great' footballing philosopher said, "Ze Zeagull, zeh always follow ze trawler" ;-) Enjoying these 'a day in the life' series - you really get to see what's what. Best Tony

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you Tony. I am glad you enjoy them. 😊👍🏻

[@pattskatoey3139]

It feels peaceful out there.

[@TheFishLocker]

It really is. One of the reasons why I love it.

[@sherrirowan5049]

Thank you so much for making and sharing this video! What a cool experience!

[@TheFishLocker]

My pleasure Sherri. 😊

[@kayking3211]

Thank you John for all your videos. It is really interesting to see how commercial fishermen work although I especially love seeing your videos hauling in your crab pots by hand; fishing; foraging and of course Spargo's Kitchen!!! Love you and your family!

[@TheRedBeard216]

I always love watching your videos. Ive been following you for a few years now i hope you and the wife and kids are doing well! Keep up the hard work!

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you very much, yes we are all well. 👍🏻

[@kylelewis4685]

This was fascinating. I would love to see a live stream of this :)

[@TheFishLocker]

Signal would be the issue.

[@andrewsycamore3661]

Brilliant video John. The amount of species that was caught was amazing

[@TheFishLocker]

And no negative bycatch. Brilliant isn’t it.

[@lawrencemacd63]

Another great video John they crabs were enormous 🦀🦞🐟

[@TheFishLocker]

Some of them were monsters!! 😊

[@Lori_M]

YAY!!! More monkfish fishing! I loved the first video you posted of this, and I'm thrilled to see more!!!

[@christinehodge3608]

Very interesting video,

[@TheFishLocker]

Glad you think so. I find this really interesting

[@alexisgrunden1556]

You get great content, and your buddy Mikey gets a helping hand/temp First Mate for his work. I'd call that a win-win!

[@TheFishLocker]

Definite win win mate.

[@annakwiatkowska8882]

The crabs size😮 is hard to believe how big they are🤯 As always I enjoyed watching your video ❤ Be safe out there, see you in next video 😊

[@andysmith819]

Another amazing adventure! I'll be dreaming of Monkfish tails and monster crabs for days to come 😀 Thank you so very much!

[@TheFishLocker]

Glad you enjoyed joining us Andy. All the best mate. 👍🏻

[@andyshaw9497]

Brilliant video as always John. Interesting to see how much larger the brown crabs and lobster are when caught much further out at depth. Keep the videos coming! All the best.

[@TheFishLocker]

That’s why I don’t see so many in the pots.

[@earlydaysseaangling007]

Another great video John great to see the different types of fish he catches as well as the shell fish love the content well done John

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you very much. 😊🦀

[@sherbert500]

The repair times on those nets must be insane, always interesting these vids, cheers john i enjoyed that!

[@adrianlester7922]

These kind of nets don't get repaired, when they are past their working life the net is chopped off the ropes and recycled. Then new panels of net are rigged back onto the float line and lead line.

[@TheFishLocker]

As Adrian has said.

[@craigmala]

Love the commercial fishing vids,maybe you could go out on a beamer or a scalloper for a week??? now that would be one hell of a vid😁

[@-UrbanSurvivor]

A week? sod that we need him out wreck fishing and then back to Spargos to cook the catch, dont send him off for a week 🤣

[@TheFishLocker]

Incredibly destructive method of commercial fishing mate.

[@craigmala]

@@-UrbanSurvivor Maybe 14 days then on one of the big beamers in Newlyn 🤣

[@-UrbanSurvivor]

@@craigmala lol i dont think John is a fan of those sorts of vessels, this day in the life of stuff has been to do with sustainability, we wont see him on one of those sort of trips any time soon me think :D

[@craigmala]

@@TheFishLocker i know i done it for 20 years.

[@duanelarocque1541]

Another great video about commercial fishing. You’ve got a good thing going there. Plus excellent videography! I liked your camera angles. The cameras also appeared to be constantly adjusting to maintain the horizon, so it really showed how much wave action was occurring during the shoot. Keep up the great work. Looking forward to the next video.

[@TheFishLocker]

The cameras do try to adjust for a flat horizon so yes, when it looks rough it is actually REALLY rough!! 🤣

[@littlefarmer32]

It is always cool to see the small town fishing boat, never a bad day on the water. Good luck Have fun

[@DerekMcGuigan-kayaktalk]

I really enjoyed watching this. I always thought I'd like working on an inshore commercial fishing boat but there's no way I could spend half my day untangling crabs and lobsters from the net. It'd drive me mad.

[@TheFishLocker]

Haha. These days weren't even that bad. 🤣

[@criffermaclennan]

Cracking video john....shines a light on the work that goes into putting food on the table.

[@marksutton116]

Well that was a varied catch! Love the idea of using the Monk heads for bait, can’t wait to see what they catch. Those crab were huge.

[@fishypie]

great vid chap as always, always something to learn about our seas

[@sivert5773]

Found out something cool today. Glowsticks attract fish, or the light of it does. Fastened one to my line and the fish would not stop biting caught some giant pollocks👍😁

[@Jimmyfisher121]

The size of those edible crabs were massive, thanks John for another great trip in your mates boat, Mikey is a real sport to let you come along, you can tell he is a real professional, we used to call Monk fish poor mans Scampi, now we just call it Scampi or rather the chip shops do and charge you a packet for it, would love to see Jim cook some of those monster edibles, if he has a pot big enough.

[@TheFishLocker]

Those cock crabs really were monsters weren’t they!!! 🦀

[@gradybrowning3976]

Love these Commercial fishing videos, let’s people see the hard work that goes into getting their Seafood.

[@TheFishLocker]

These guys certainly earn their pennies.

[@davetevens5080]

Nice one John those monk fish are amazing and you could get a football in their mouth. That crab was a wicked size too😊😊

[@trig6712]

A lot of work involved amazing catch

[@cozydram1]

Totally facinating thank you to you and your friend too

[@johnmartin7182]

Awesome thanks biggie fan of your channel 💯

[@TheFishLocker]

Any time John. 👍🏻