Dumb Luck | Searching For New Dive Spots | Calm And Clean Water

[@inemt63754]

This channel is so underrated. Only 192K subscribers is ridiculous. Should be well over a million by now!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha really appreciate that! we are going for quality not quantity!

[@matthewmena6390]

Yo for real

[@matthewmena6390]

@@KeyWestWaterman and that’s why you deserve a million subs your awesome dude keep up the good work

[@therealseansingleton]

Aaron...brother if I've said it once I've said it a million times. I respect your discipline and commitment to our fisheries. I would have been hard pressed to not shoot on that hog and you acted as if it weren't even there. Hats off my man!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Really appreciate the kind words! that particular fish was short, although I almost never shoot hogs anyways. I take only a couple a year. especially on the Atlantic side.

[@jasonbradwell3153]

Could not agree more his mindset of giving back to where the harvest took place rather than the dock!

[@walterwigley3709]

Respect him not taking the hogs but more respect for giving back from where u took! Really enjoyed exploring vidz and eats of course.

[@kellystewart2977]

❤ I'm sure everyone would agree that we keep watching you, because we believe you are the most ethically harvesting fishing/spearing man we watch on you tube! ❤

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Can't thank you enough for the kind words! keeps me going!

[@mattshanks2604]

The way you care for the environment and the animals you harvest is amazing! You are an amazing human being!!!!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

I do my best to be good when i can. Thanks for the words of encouragement!

[@CASHCRZZY1]

I don’t know why you would be surprised Aron that we watch these videos Your videos are so calming and relaxing and informative. U2 are a pleasure to watch.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

really appreciate that! thanks so much

[@nickmaraveyias1185]

When folks ask me “what is your best spot?” The answer is always “the next one I find”. Keep on exploring!

[@brettlucas4611]

We need more Tipsy. Literally the highlight of my week. My girlfriend always asks if tipsy is is the video!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha I try to show her when I can!

[@jamiephillips887]

A true fisherman, the atmospheric conditions dictate the day! Keep on keeping on!

[@edwinroberts4653]

Man you hit me right between the good ole day eyes with this one. I love to hunt new stuff too. you really fell into some great spots. Thanks

[@salparisi4201]

I am doing back to back videos with the Young family this afternoon. Town homes and finding new areas to explore. Awesome! You guys are dominating You Tube.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear it! thanks so much 🙏

[@moonpiespotlight4759]

My friend and I always know where we can catch a limit, but we almost always spend the first 2 days of a 5 day fishing trip exploring and sometimes we find things. The more spots you know the less you wear out known spots, plus like Aaron says, it's entertaining to explore. You guys are extremely watchable, going in and out of that canal, your board setup for offloading, the chemistry you two have and your calm demeanor and respect for nature is always going to be something I want to keep up with. Also though, and not saying it would matter a lot, you're not pushing products all show and telling us how great X product is just because they sponsor you.

[@stevea9604]

Lived in the Keys in the early 70’s and miss seeing these scenes…It is great to explore and finding new spots…That excitement never stops 👍🏻🌊😎🐠🐟

[@bradjones9634]

Totally agree, trying new areas is fun and adventurous! Nice catch.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

always a treat

[@robertlittle8672]

You BETTER keep um coming, you always have great content and still give me that inspiration to come back down there . Ive only snorkled,never speared or lobstered. Just fished,ive always loved the gheenoe since day one. Yours is perfect for everything down there. Love your channel, from one fla native to another, stay Young Aaron and dont stop fishing!!!!!

[@robertlittle8672]

What I also like is your recipes,your not just flooding your fish with a load of store bought seasonings . Your foods have more class when done. I know cooking with class helps. And your other subscribers are right, you should have 1 million subscribers!!!!!

[@robertlittle8672]

I typed clams not class.

[@seanmahoney2755]

Ok, instant happiness. Instant like. Thanks Mr. Young. Let’s go!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha thanks so much

[@Daveincc]

You definitely make it look easy ! I just finished my second shore dive here in Key West. I think I’ve seen a dozen snapper large enough to shoot and none gave me a chance ! Nothing but short lobster. You’ve inspired me to start this and I can’t thank you enough ! I’ll get better with practice and I’ll have my boat fixed for my next trip. Thanks for bringing me along.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear it! the more time you spend out there the more productive the days will become.

[@dgalasso9466]

Serrano peppers can turn yellow, orange or red depending on maturity. Watching in Ontario Canada. 🙂

[@bigcity2085]

I grow Serrano in Colorado ...from primo seeds from Mexico - they turn red . Lots of my stuff, i don't pull until it is red. Or brown. Or purple. Or yellow. Rarely green. But Serrano is still exceptional when it's green . Chicago Giardiniera is made with green Serrano.Been eating that stuff all my life.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

good to know! its out first time growing them

[@michaeledwards8215]

Love exploring down there! Found a plane wreck right out side of Boyd’s when I was trying to find lobster spots.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

pretty cool!

[@johnwelsh7601]

Man O Man, you've got this stuff down to the point where we feel like we are in the kitchen sat on a kitchen stool actually enjoying you and Mad Dogs hospitality first hand. Not many Tubers can do that. Most are contrived. BTW, thanks a ton for the La Jolla discount. The wife and I just got back from the Key West with a great stay at La Jolla in Ismaorada. We just love the channel!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear that, thats what we are going for. and absolutely! glad you were able to take advantage of it!

[@kentwiggins8677]

The Soriano peppers turn red when they are about to drop off the plant and reseed. I always let5em turn red before picking and processing, freeze dry or dehydrating.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Thanks for the info!

[@TexasVeteranFishing]

Another killer vid man. The more i watch the more i want to live there. Living in paradise man!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoyed it!

[@danielgriffis9759]

"Ooooohhh...who shares adventures on Mondays at 6? Aaron n Madeleine!" "and who makes ceviche when out on their ships? Aaron n Madeleine.." "I CAN'T HEAR YOUUUU!" ( notalawyer) 😊

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha

[@FiglioBastardo]

Y'all are frickin awesome brother! I might not comment a whole lot but I definitely watch damn near all of your uploads especially when Cooking with Clams is slaying the kitchen work. God bless you and yours Aaron and thanks for taking us along for your rides.

[@jedtaylor3551]

Another day in paradise

[@KeyWestWaterman]

yes indeed!

[@stephenw7298]

Hi from Scotland! It is nice to see what a sunny day looks like 😂. Summer has been really wet, windy and cool this year here.

[@randyruney5704]

Love this video. We found a big hole inside of Tarpon Belly Key. Tons of snapper & lobster. Never found it again. Hard to search these areas in a bigger boat. Wish I was there. Thanks

[@KeyWestWaterman]

dang! thats a bummer

[@mayhem035]

Congrats on you going on five years! Keep doing the good stuff! ✌️👍👌♥️🇨🇦

[@KeyWestWaterman]

no plans to stop! thanks so much

[@johnirick1792]

Coming back down for 3 weeks starting October 19. Your videos keep me going between trips! Thank you!!!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear it!

[@jillian8485]

love u bro glad u made it home safe enjoy warmer weather now cant wait to see dive vid comming up

[@KeyWestWaterman]

🙏

[@bl8221]

WOW! WOW! What a great day and find on this episode. How cool is that !!! Random roll out and find a fantastic resource for some dinner and for us on the other end of the spectrum, Content.. Awesome episode brotha man..🎣🎣🎣. So glad you have been able to be around for the five years man.. Truly one of my favorites to watch on any given day.. ☮️✌️

[@ronbennett8026]

Same thing I was thinkin' when you said "for down here". Key west is known for barely legal lobster. Them was nice.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

they sure were!

[@deansturm1590]

I am going to come to the Florida Keys and look you up to go Diving with you , I Thank you for yourself and your Wife on how life really is in today’s life. Thank You. Y’all are Amazing People.

[@strayedcat1966]

Aaron, Hope to be still enjoying your videos during the next 1/2-decade. Thanks for bringing us exploring on another day in paradise. : )

[@paulwbush6109]

Aaron, Thank you for all your videos. Finding new spots is key. I only get the opportunity to fish the Texas Gulf Coast, and only once a year for 2 weeks. We did not dedicate time to find new locations. We move around as people told us about different spots. WE lost several of our “Great” spots during Hurricane Harvey in 2017 (cat-4) and have not replaced them yet! I respect your discipline and commitment to our fisheries. I hope many more people adopt your methods and philosophy. Thank you and your wife for all you do, don’t stop!

[@brandonelms4288]

You guys are amazing! Thats why we still watch and will till you retire! Dude im timing my monday dinners along side watching. Awesome TY

[@SaltyWrench]

You guys find us a fixer upper down the street from you guys and we’ll make sure the music is down low enough for you to film outside and even have you over for more content. Thanks for sharing as always

[@johnanthony6201]

Fantastic episode! Thank you.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Thanks so much!

[@dajakeyjee2422]

Headed down to the Keys in a month for my bachelor party. We will be staying in Key West. Any favorite local spot to grab some fish? Also thanks for continuing to do what you do, me and my whole family love your videos!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

The docks - Blackfin Bistro - Thirsty Mermaid are some of our favorites, we don't go out for fish often but they are a few of the places that serve local caught fish.

[@cameroonkendrick6312]

I’ve tried for years to catch a single keeper lobster but they are always fished out by scuba divers even though it’s only like 12 feet deep. Shows how important conservation is.I’m heading to the key’s this weekend and hopefully I will get one there.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

hate to hear it, hope you can find one this trip!

[@cameroonkendrick6312]

@@KeyWestWaterman thanks bro

[@investorvazquez7941]

Bud, god bless you and your house. Keep doing what you are doing! Love your videos.

[@rogerheuckeroth7456]

Did you ever do a night dive with the tarpon and watch them feed? Did that down in Bonaire. It was pretty cool. They use your lights to help them find the fish.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

we do night dives, but never for that reason. Most of our tarpon are on the flats or in the marinas.

[@JohnKlopp]

Beautiful day and always fun finding new spots. Oh man, I just realized I'm out of fish in the freezer so can't make anything after watching this like I usually do! I'll have to head to one if the coast to stock up. 👍

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha gotta get back out there!

[@cesarmartinez5259]

Great episode! Appreciate your top notch videos..🎣💯🫡

[@alexnorleen4744]

It’s a good thing Madeline is there to test all the food first, to make sure it’s not poisoned.

[@Sps1756]

Still the same pepper , but if you notice it doesn't have the sharp or bitter bite. Same thing with jalapeños, the reds aren't so torrid (Chipotle, adobodo, ) great flavor with just enough sizzle. But if you want fuego find some original strains grow them and then decide. The hot peppers we get in the grocery stores are high bred.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

learn something new everyday!

[@indsov2010]

I understand the exploring new spot mantra. I got the same feeling when discovering a cave that appeared no one had ever been inside.

[@jasonstaley5776]

That first big head looked like a small black swam around the left side of it as you drove by it right as you said could hold a grouper!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

theres a good chance!

[@smartflips]

Best finds are the least expected. Keep on discovering!!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

indeed!

[@georgeniebergall7074]

Aaron, you are the man what can I say? I was exciting. Great show.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks so much for watching!

[@fordtrucks222]

We still watch because you keep it real keep it going bro!!!! Love you guys

[@kylewenzel3584]

Man, regular season out front produced for us too! Big ones too, like didn’t even have to measure them. Also, the more time I spend with a snare and speargun, the more I realize that you’re a damn ninja with them. Nice work sir!

[@7youngke]

Serranos turn red as they ripen, get sweeter. Great life you guys are living! Looks like a lot of fun! looks like a new boat too. I have catching up to do been Mia for a bit but I’ll get caught up

[@stevenjohnson7071]

Awesome video! I really look forward to these every Monday!

[@mikemiller7510]

Awesome Aaron can't wait to get down there & hopefully I meet you,,Ky Mike

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks for tuning in!

[@House6409]

This channel is quite underrated - I watch you quite a lot. Keep it up!

[@mikemoore1687]

Man you're killing it. What a life to live to come back off vacation to get home to the keys to go catch Lobster eat that day for lunch.. amazes me man. Well-deserved though brother don't forget it

[@henryc8443]

Hi Aaron, great content as always. I went yesterday to the Dock's restaurant. It was delicious,great service and they let me bring my dog 🙂.Thank you for the recommendation.

[@davidmikeska2442]

Aaron, thank you for all your videos and for sharing.

[@comfortablynumb9342]

My dumb luck led me to a 20" flounder yesterday. I found a new spot and it paid off. It's always fun to watch you poke around on the reefs. I miss FL. So I appreciate you sharing your adventures.

[@jasonbeedon9867]

So much fun. Amazing content!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mitchelllavalley3497]

Aaron you are always fun to watch having a plan seeing the unexpected and finding new spots to catch a meal or two. Also just before watching your video l watched a young man spear fishing out by one of the old oil towers. And he caught a 137lb giant Cubera Snapper in 70ft of water was quite a process to do that, Big Fish!

[@billclark1011]

Another great trip, on the pepper Serrano Peppers, when fresh, are deep emerald green and turn vibrant red as they mature. When Serrano peppers are allowed to ripen and turn red, they become sweeter and more berry-like in their flavor. They are harvested and lightly smoked at this stage as part of the drying process. i was surprised you didnt clean out the lionfish.

[@goodcitizen64]

Beautiful water!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

It really is!

[@chris6054]

Oh yeah, got some days off now and its time to get through your last 2 or 3 videos. I definitely agree with always trying to find a future spot when youre out, like you said previously if you end up marking something while already out...just drop a pin and check it next time! Any chance you may be able to take the boat up into where you tent camped a few months back, I'd be curious whats up in that area? Or maybe some future camping content (when the weather cools down a bit!)

[@SctyGrpPowers]

Aaron, do you do most of the cooking. From your recipes you look like you could be a chef. I've done the cooking in my marriage for about 44 years and I enjoy watching you cook. Usually simple but very tasty looking. Bravo

[@juliafiore120]

Looked like a great day, Aaron. Way to explore! 🤿Swordfish fishing 🎣 sounds good to me!

[@patmcdermott8547]

Great video, lobstering was unreal! As long as they are in the fridge, tortillas have about the same half life as plutonium, if they're not green they're good.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha good to know!

[@sammcvea1069]

Thanks for sharing 👍.

[@ScottTalkington]

Going to be a good show,water looks awesome!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Thanks for watching sir!

[@taramassey2817]

Awww Tipsy girl right off the bat 😍

[@francus7227]

Too busy to watch. I will later. I wanted to say thanks BEFORE the 1st hour window closes. I tapped the thumbs up 👍 button to feed the algorithm monsters.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Better late than never! thanks!

[@fishawk90]

That's pretty cool when the drone can survey the water for the light sand around dark structures that always tends to hold fish.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

yup!

[@tonyh.6577]

Great video again! It seems like you don't come across redfish or sea trout much. Maybe you just don't call them out when you're down there.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

I've seen one redfish ever diving here. and Never a sea trout

[@Letnan.Banana]

Amazing video with great Fisherman

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoyed it!

[@johnleatherwood2591]

God bless you and your family Aaron, Congratulations on living your dreams, Lad, Are you saved?

[@chrisbeling7350]

Good and honest vid that's why we all here still . Thanks ❤

[@MistyRaymond]

I’ve never had fresh lobster. Those taco w the “expired corn salad” sound very yummy!!!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha it wasn't so bad!

[@genevollmers8579]

Going back a year you posted a video where Madeline talked about rice with milk,sugar and butter. Absolutely! Grew up eating it as a dessert!

[@mikey3239]

not many people can live life this good, love the content.

[@robinaltena6046]

Great stuff! The red serrano chili is a ripened serrano chili Similar to many peppers and chilis, they initially grow out green and change color as they ripen Once ripe, the flavor will change from grassy, vegetal to a bit sweeter and more floral. Keep the vids coming! My goal is retirement in the Keys (one of my favorite places on the planet)--you know I'll be in touch with Madeline.

[@vincentaldecocea3469]

glad you enjoyed the day, up in miami we are getting our butt kicked by the weather , thanks for sharing

[@marloneverett1817]

Keep the videos coming love watching them

[@MistyRaymond]

PS I too love and prefer that brand of cheese! Great choice

[@KeyWestWaterman]

so good!

[@skelley6136]

Those spots are so awesome looking! Don’t get that up here in New England! Keep the vids coming!

[@Bill3558]

You gotta take advantage of dead calm days like that. In the Bahamas in the 60s they were magical. Enjoyed the video. Thank you.

[@andyfineberg4384]

At 5:35 in the video anyone else see the “skull face” in the coral head?!?!?

[@juanvergara309]

Question for you Aaron, with the numerous tragedies of people dying from shallow water blackouts, what keeps you comfortable with diving alone? Apart from experience, since that can’t save you when you are by yourself and you black out.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

I don’t dive deep alone. To me this is snorkeling not freediving. Inside 12 ft of water. Not doing actual long breath holds or anything.

[@reloadncharge9907]

Fun video! Pop those lionfish! Enjoyed the taco lunch! Thanks, Andrew

[@reelguy8856]

Dang man that was a sweet find. Nice big ones there. Awesome !

[@coastalcarolinafishingnc5199]

When some pepper turn red it just means they are mature. A jalapeño will do the same thing if you do not pick while they are green.

[@benspirit7429]

Sydney is also in lobster season. When a big southerly storm comes through then the lobsters move around and fill up the holes that have been emptied. I agree with your storm comments.

[@donaldtouchton9523]

I’ve always had a fear of diving in the ocean.! Spent a lot of hours fishing on the ocean tournaments etc! And when the movie Jaws came out I ain’t never been in the water every since.! 😂 I’d go diving with you.! 👊🏻

[@rudydiazrn2719]

i grew peppers for a while where i live up in Miami. I believe that particular flower may have been pollinated by a different variety of pepper which produced your red pepper.

[@stevea9604]

After hurricanes you get walks from the Bahamas and Debbie passed by 👍🏻😁🌞🌊

[@brandonbluhm5981]

One if my favorite fishing memories as a kid was pulling an 8-10 pound gag grouper off of the oil docks in Boca Grande. I was only 8 years old, and I thought it was going to pull me in.

[@rocket5557]

You're living the dream. You found some real gems! What were those grids again??? 🤣 Do you ever shoot the lionfish?

[@adamyoung480]

Aloha. Serranos are supposed to be red. Nice lunch. Hopefully good nap afterwards.

[@rodgermbishop]

Not all, but most green peppers Left on the vine, long enough of any type turned from green to yellow to red.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

good to know! our first time growing serranos.

[@jayjohnson9668]

Hey brother its completely normal for serrano peppers to turn red. If you keep green ones in fridge for 2-3 weeks they will turn red and also if you dont pick them from the bush over time they will turn red. I dont see much difference in the heat either way. Keep up the great content!😎💪

[@KeyWestWaterman]

good to know! first time I've seen that we normally eat them. before they get to that point haha

[@jayjohnson9668]

@@KeyWestWaterman yea me too but this year I had 2 plants and they both started cranking out peppers and we couldnt keep up eating so fast. So I pickled a bunch of them and noticed some turning red. They still taste the same and the red ones might have a little more kick but not a huge difference

[@robertpapineau2600]

Great video as always Aaron! I’m waiting on the day we get to see you take one of those tasty hog fish

[@timundisclosed5721]

I don't spearfish, but I hunt morel mushrooms every year, going on over 15 years now. Nothing beats the rush of checking somewhere new and hitting it big!