Fishing in the Florida Keys - Shore fishing lands MONSTER FISH!!! | The Fish Locker

Fishing from the shore near our holiday property in Marathon in the Florida Keys. Using the skills and lessons I had learned in previous fishing sessions and using the baits I had caught fishing from The Florida Keys Bridges I catch some incredible sharks and fish. I also managed to catch, tag and release a lovely Nurse shark. The tags I use are to help NOAA track shark populations, growth rates and migration routes. All important clues for building a better understanding of these incredible creatures.
Here are links to some of the fishing tackle I used in this video. I hope it helps.
Penn Conflict Inshore 50g -bit.ly/37j8Rtv
Penn Slammer 3500 - bit.ly/3SFxB1t
AFAW 6nbait 13F - bit.ly/2XDELZh
Penn Spinfisher 7500LC - bit.ly/2NfF1M6
Penn Conflict Tuna 20-120g - bit.ly/3EiYggf
Penn Live Liner 6500 - bit.ly/3e7eD4F
Braid - Fireline - bit.ly/3SEC04u
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Flouro - Trilene - bit.ly/3inoAJb
Wire Trace 90lb - bit.ly/3OsKSri
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Circle Hook 2/0-3/0 - bit.ly/3zsVe6g
C&R Chinu - bit.ly/39oB3YE
Bazooka Rod Tube - bit.ly/3N49Dd7
T-Bar - bit.ly/3snRNId
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[@rollinrat4850]

Its incredible this gentleman goes on vacation to go fishing. Shows how much he loves what he's doing. My friend owned a sushi bar. In the middle of the pandemic he closed his business after 20 some years working his butt off 12-16 hrs daily, 6 days a week. It was barely profitable any longer, despite 100s of regulars. Sam went on a 3 month vacation to Alaska to guess what? Go on an extended fishing trip!

[@TheFishLocker]

That sounds like my kinda guy!!! Good for him. 👍🏻🐟🎣

[@recjargo951]

Wow!!! Great catch, great guy, great barracuda. Well done mr. John the best fishing channel!

[@christianoliver3572]

Thank you for tagging that shark!! It's so important that we take care of sharks in waters all around the world. I caught my first shark on the beach in Port Aransas, Texas when I was 9 or 10 years old. I was fishing between the second and third sand bar and it hit hard. It was a small shark maybe 20 inches long and it was to me a fascinating animal. Most of my fishing buddies don't like landing sharks because we're going for specific species that we like to eat. But I always enjoy being able to see these sharks and I've never kept one.

[@donttuga9310]

I remember landing my first shark, a small sand shark, it was only 35 or so centimeters long (off the coast of Florida), but I agree with you. We truly do need to take care and preserve these wonderful animals.

[@TheFishLocker]

They are truly exceptional animals aren’t they. 😊🦈

[@markschoenike4052]

Love port A!

[@keithgrover6468]

what i like about you John is how kind you were with that big beautiful barracuda other fishermen my have just killed it well done we need more fishermen like you take care stay safe👍👍👍

[@Shagley]

Did it live though? Didn’t see it swim away

[@deaganachomarunacathasaigh4344]

@@Shagley It swam away don't worry

[@wiv2631]

It's a thrill having a fish like that barracuda on the line and watching it jump high out of the water while you're reeling it in, John.

[@TheFishLocker]

It sure is!!!

[@llchapman1234]

I'm so glad that you and the family are enjoying Florida and its awesome wildlife.

[@TheFishLocker]

We have loved both trips here. 😊💙

[@duygukayhanisaskank4915]

@@TheFishLocker Hey John...an EXCELLENT video...CONGRATS on landing that beautiful Barracuda. Such a cool memory for James. 🙂 Did Hannah bring the net or did ya' have it with you? It was more than risky to get in the water with that demon of a fish; SERIOUSLY!! As you know, they're legendary for their aggressiveness. In Florida, they've been known to jump in boats & bite the occupants. Here in Southern Mexico, we often catch very large Barracuda in The Caribbean. They're IMMEDIATELY "dispatched" with a hard, wooden club. They're delicious fish. Best regards, Ben

[@britviking5960]

Stunning , looks like you're having fun.

[@TheFishLocker]

We had an amazing time. 😊👍🏻

[@danielpalmer396]

Great job John and I am happy you, James and Hanna get to see Florida

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you Daniel. 😊

[@mitchellbarrios4972]

Congrats on your great catch and expert level release!!!

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you 😊👍🏻

[@aonewatchman]

Another trip to the Keys ... good for you ... we all love your videos .. God Bless you and your family ...

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks Peter. 😊👍🏻

[@mr.brownmusic606]

Super congrats to you!!! Safe travels back home!

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you.

[@stevebroadley7555]

What an absolute beast of a fish!!!! So beautiful as well.....

[@TheFishLocker]

Stunning fish wasn’t it. 😊🐟

[@liz6389]

Really enjoyed watching this video. thanks for sharing your experiences.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you 😊

[@HealthThroughNutrition]

What an absolute belter, get in there John. Them sharks were great as well, awesome video.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks mate. Really chuffed with them. 😊👍🏻

[@tamshaw7251]

Lovely fish John , well done, Keep them videos coming

[@TheFishLocker]

Will do my best. 😊👍🏻

[@maxwilliam56]

Well done, John, hot work, mate.

[@kimmyrask7368]

I love the look of the Barracuda. Menacing! Great catch!

[@TheFishLocker]

Awesome and yet scary looking aren’t they!!!

[@reiverone]

Spectacular fishing video John, with a nice variety of some beautiful fish. How ferocious looking those barracuda are and needing great care to handle them. Top job pal.

[@TheFishLocker]

Their teeth are something terrifying aren’t they!!!

[@JohnnyLaps]

Amazing barracuda John and fun to catch!You seem to be really enjoying yourself.Good stuff mate..thank you.

[@TheFishLocker]

We love it!!!

[@serendipityforge333]

Well done, sir. Very nice catch, especially from shore.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you. 😊👍🏻

[@JK-sh2ij]

Takes something special to get you fired up, and it was a pleasure to see it happen with that barracuda. Chapeaux!

[@TheFishLocker]

No hiding those emotions was there. 🤣

[@timrush5994]

I just watched this video and I wanted to congratulate you my friend. That is a fish you can be proud!!!

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks Tim. 😊👍🏻

[@moirasimmerson929]

Thank you. That was great!

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you very much. 😊👍🏻

[@davefranklyn7730]

John looks like you're having a blast down in Florida! Keep it up! I once had several similar-sized barracuda slowly swimming behind me while snorkeling off Wakaki Beach in Hawaii. I never swam back to shore so fast in my life!

[@TheFishLocker]

Haha. They are scary fish aren’t they. 🤣

[@joshuaemmerson7878]

Allways great to watch your videos, no bad language, just informative fishing with great advice 👍

[@TheFishLocker]

Simple, honest, family appropriate content. 😊👍🏻

[@grahamallen3941]

A good Shark tagging John and a wonderful Barracuda to finish of with! Absolutely wonderful video thanks mate. Loving your videos from Florida. Love and best wishes to you and all the family.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you Graham and best wishes to you and your family mate. Hope you’re all enjoying the sun. 😊

[@mikeymaiku]

haha i always love the "last cast" catches. they are always interesting

[@TheFishLocker]

Always worth one last cast. 😉

[@-UrbanSurvivor]

That barracuda was amazing, what a fish, that looked like alot of fun to catch

[@TheFishLocker]

Amazing fun. But also a little scary up close!!!

[@bobbd6543]

Fantastic what an experience.

[@TheFishLocker]

Loved every minute!!!

[@jozsefronai9875]

That was a incredible barracuda John !!!so cool how it jumped too !!!! I too thought yes!!!! Tarpon here we go!!!!!thanks for bringing us along , loved it catch you on the next one tight lines

[@TheFishLocker]

I was sure it was a Tarpon when it jumped but also mega happy with a big cuda!!

[@timslights6894]

Great to see help for the sharks by tagging, Fantastic Barracuda👍😀

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks Tim. 👍🏻🐟

[@paulfountain1364]

Stoked for your great catches. I keep looking at my rods and dreaming :)

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks Paul. 😊👍🏻

[@cdwilson12]

What a beauty that fish is

[@TheFishLocker]

Stunner wasn’t he!!

[@PhreddCrintt]

Superb John. Your constant 'drive' for Conservation is beautiful to behold. It's always - unfailingly - at the top of your Priorities list of actions. No matter what. Another crackin' video mate. Thank you.

[@TheFishLocker]

Simply doing what we feel is right. 😊

[@Shou_Crit]

That was an amazing final catch of the video. You made it look almost easy! I hope when I head down that way on an vacation in a few months, I can get a bit of your luck on my casts.

[@TheFishLocker]

Haha. I’m glad it looked easy and that I wasn’t panicking at all. 🤣🤣🤣

[@garethbodsworth5756]

Outstanding John

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks mate. Glad you enjoyed joining me.

[@RGB06084]

Congrats on the Barracuda John! Beautiful fish!

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks Rob. 👍🏻

[@timothypirnat3754]

John, that smile on your face after catching the barracuda was priceless.

[@TheFishLocker]

Can’t hide that excitement 🤣😬

[@wetkneehouston6293]

Every fishermen knows that feeling, people who dont fish won't understand what it means to us when we impress ourselves 😂

[@PatBot]

What a lovely barracuda... You will have to keep us informed if NOOA get in touch about the shark. Thanks for the upload John.

[@TheFishLocker]

I certainly will. 👍🏻

[@andrewkingoo7]

John what a PB on a barracuda fantastic 👏 great vid 👌 cheers all.

[@TheFishLocker]

I have had them similar sizes on boats before but as a shore capture solo this really was a fantastic fish!!!

[@fredcooper5236]

........ " Calm down "........ & they do!!!! It's the Fish Whisperer, John Locker!! :-) Luvly video, once again!!

[@TheFishLocker]

Its all in the tone. I haven't quite perfected the tone when speaking to my wife though. 🤣

[@frankchristie7193]

What a lovely fish John. Great show mate ✌️

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks Frank, glad you enjoyed it mate. 👍🏻🎣😊

[@swiggy03]

Great vid John , Been to Marathon, lovely place ,some right beasts swimming in there !👍🏻

[@TheFishLocker]

Yes there are!!!

[@seank2788]

Well done on the catch John that barracuda looked like it gave some fight. They are a lovely looking fish

[@TheFishLocker]

Really exciting stuff. 😬🎣

[@albertcross4275]

My favorite vlog of yours in 2 years, l really enjoyed it, thank you for your effort. 😊🐟🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🇫🇷🇫🇷 With the bara, I used to grab their tail.

[@TheFishLocker]

I’m glad you enjoyed joining us Albert. 😊👍🏻

[@albertcross4275]

@@TheFishLocker enjoy the rest with your wife and son. Tight lines. ❤️👍❤️👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🐟🇫🇷

[@fatfish6839]

Well done John.... beast of a cuda 👌

[@TheFishLocker]

Cheers bud.

[@cheza7061]

Wow that was one hell of a video!!!! A shark that was big enough to tag & a barracuda that was big enough to attack anyone with them size teeth. That must have been a day to remember, congratulations & well done John. 😎🎣🦈

[@TheFishLocker]

I’m really glad I managed to get a shark big enough to tag whilst I was there. 👍🏻🦈

[@killianpaul1063]

What a beauty of a Cuda awesome video!!!!

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks mate. 😊👍🏻

[@gullyfoyle2615]

Wowzers. What a fish!

[@TheFishLocker]

Amazing wasn’t it.

[@mrstamp5121]

Nice one John and thanks to Mrs Fish locker for the help landing. Could also hear yer first mate offering advice! Great to hear see you all. Well done mate and thankyou for the effort whilst on yer jollies

[@TheFishLocker]

Our pleasure mate. 😊👍🏻

[@stephenasbridge878]

What a belter! Well done!🎣

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks Bud. 👍🏻

[@beaunoah1]

Mate I'm buzzing for you with that catch...truly great fish 🐟

[@TheFishLocker]

It was a bruiser wasn’t it. 😬👍🏻

[@educai]

Wow que magnífica pesca, como has disfrutado en Florida. Enhorabuena

[@TheFishLocker]

😬👍🏻

[@leonmarkrodziewicz279]

Glad you're having such a great time. Will be visiting Georgia coast in November and hoping to get some fishing done.

[@TheFishLocker]

We wish you good luck. 😊🎣

[@donaldadams1662]

That may well be a day you will remember for a long time John. Good variety & some good sizes as well finished off with a really nice Barra. Cheers, don from South Aust.

[@TheFishLocker]

It certainly is!! 🎣🦈🐟

[@leerichy6489]

That was a cracking cuda for someone just on vacation. So glad you released the snapper and the cuda, the Keys has so many great places to eat why waste your time cooking. You did real good.

[@TheFishLocker]

You are not wrong there. So many good food places. 😊

[@svenandersen1459]

Love this chanel allways top quality content thanks :)

[@TheFishLocker]

Glad you think so Sven. 😊👍🏻

[@TOM-C.]

That was great fun John, and what a great experience for you tagging that Nurse Shark. Will be even more fun if, and when it is caught again who knows where? 😁👍✌

[@TheFishLocker]

I think it’s really exciting. Who knows who or where?

[@jasiel3813]

Hermosa La florida hay Buenos pescados bendiciones para tú familia para siempre 🙏❤️❤️❣️

[@TheFishLocker]

😊

[@tadhghayden8440]

El Fish Locker....es un maestro pescador....en su pais......englaterra....

[@jacquibradley1598]

Sorry was late but great upload again!! Regards to you, Hannah & James. Greetings from Cyprus. 🐟🐟🐟🐟🐵🐵

[@TheFishLocker]

It’s ok, early / late so long as you enjoyed joining us. 😊

[@jonathanparry9505]

Excellent film and great tagging the Nurse shark, it will be interesting to find out if it gets caught again

[@TheFishLocker]

I think so too!!

[@rickylewis8693]

Your smile says it all

[@TheFishLocker]

No hiding that excitement was there. 🤣

[@sadjaxx]

What a beautiful spot!

[@TheFishLocker]

Lovely isn’t it 😊👍🏻

[@RAZGRIZ2F]

great video as always. I noticed you've been putting a bit more video editing into your videos, and I got to say it improved the quality. Keep it up man and keep on improving 👍

[@TheFishLocker]

Life is a learning experience. 😉👍🏻

[@unearthed-detecting-tv]

Great footage john, well done!

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you. 😊

[@stephenbuckham9964]

Beautiful fish well done and good on you for letting it rest a lot of people dont even bother letting their fish rest even for a minute 👏👏

[@TheFishLocker]

Especially with the waters so warm there they need some extra time.

[@seancampbell1145]

Shore fishing there is brilliant isn't it . Well done .

[@TheFishLocker]

It’s the boat fishing that I’m going back for next time!!!

[@seancampbell1145]

@@TheFishLocker I'd say that would be crazy . . Them barracudas are mad . . Good stuff 👏

[@labrat7031]

Great videos from your trip to USA, looks like you had fun and games

[@TheFishLocker]

We had a wonderful time. 😊🐟

[@dawnhaynes7784]

Amazing video as always

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you Dawn. 😊👍🏻

[@boxingandmmastalk1230]

Wow what an amazing looking creature well done mate 👍

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks Jack. 👍🏻

[@billyboy3869]

Great video. smile sums it all up.

[@TheFishLocker]

No hiding that excitement was there. 🤣

[@johnallen8618]

What a fish, you living the dream John 😎🐠

[@TheFishLocker]

Just sharing what I love doing mate. 😊👍🏻

[@MattyO-72]

Nice fish ! All the best to the Lockers on vacation.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks Matty. 😊👍🏻

[@MattyO-72]

@@TheFishLocker ... more tight lines there in the Keys !

[@him34650]

What a fish! Great video, cheers mate.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you. 👍🏻

[@lb.9095]

Wicked footage on that breach man🤘🏼

[@TheFishLocker]

I was buzzing!!

[@marketmade]

Yet again another screamer of a video John 👏🏻👏🏻,bring that luck back home with you 🤞🏻 🎣

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it. 😊

[@TheDadFaxs]

Another great video Sir.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you.

[@melscott9643]

Awesome vid, what a session 👌

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks mate. 👍🏻

[@joycehennequin8469]

Good evening John and family ❤️ woweeeee what a BRILLIANT day you had,that Barracuda was FANTASTIC.lt would make a right mess of what ever it got its teeth into...sooooo excited l was,l could have fished there all day and never got board...honestly l could.l just love the sharks you get,amazing beautiful creatures aren't they.l was showing some friends the picture of you holding that beautiful blue shark in your boat last week,don't think they could believe there eyes 👀 Apart from the John Dory that is my favourite picture or is it the John Dory 🤔 mmmm not quite sure.Great video John all the very best to you and your beautiful family 🌱🌱🌱💕

[@TheFishLocker]

Their teeth are horrifying aren’t they!!! Soon be time to try for a John Dory again. 😬👍🏻🐟

[@stingray427man]

Nice, I use NOAA in FL to check tides along with inshore and offshore sea conditions. Never knew they had a tagging system, thanks for sharing. Might have to check that out before my next shark excursion. 🤙

[@TheFishLocker]

You should. Fascinating work they do. 😊👍🏻

[@onemorecast5150]

Some beautiful looking fish there John. Surprised you didn’t get the snorkel out !!! Stay safe and tight lines. Mike.

[@TheFishLocker]

Haha. Not with that many sharks about the place. 🤣

[@bigpete7297]

Love watching these videos. I used to rent a place in Grassy Key for a few years in a row - and eaten in The Island a few times too. Best fishing for me from a boat dock was using a decent lure with pieces of bait attached to it. Cast out, and a slow draw back. Barracuda, huge needle fish, and more! Enjoy your holiday - and post more if you can without affecting your enjoyment. Take a trip to Bud'n;'Mary's marina in Islamorada too if you get chance, even on the way back to Miami Airport. A buzzing place with loads of nurse sharks and other things waiting for the catch to come in.

[@TheFishLocker]

We drove by Bud and Mary’s and each time it was very busy. We did go to Robbie’s though. 👍🏻

[@chriscourt7816]

Fantastic John, Love your Floida fishing adventures, so many species. Some monsters as well. Been on my bucket list for some time to take a 3 month holiday in the keys.

[@TheFishLocker]

We absolutely love it there. Good luck when you go. 😊👍🏻🎣

[@chriscourt7816]

@@TheFishLocker . I need to live there ... i wish. not looking for exact location unless you want to pm me, but what area are you staying. oh and by the way I love the plastic chair rod rest. is it an Ian Golds .lol.. i had a 40lb tope off the shore at Holderness two weeks ago and as soon as i hooked it it lanched itself clean out the water twice, just like your Baarracuda. happy days eh

[@robertwalker9366]

Loved mini jaws shark too....

[@TheFishLocker]

He was full of attitude wasn’t he. 🤣

[@leegarner6013]

Class John! No hiding a genuine smile with that Barracuda! Even though you could see the nerves. 😂 I don’t blame you one bit! 😂😂 serious set of choppers on them. I would have been twitching! Well done another cracking session. 👍

[@TheFishLocker]

Trying to present a confident and unworried attitude in front of James so he isn’t scared of things. All the while concerned about my fingers. 😉🤣👍🏻

[@leegarner6013]

@@TheFishLocker I was concerned with your fingers too, especially after that shark had a pop. 😂😂 it’s a fish I’d love to catch, but them are serious chompers! Well done,

[@SuperZytoon]

Welcome to Florida!

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you Mary. This is our 4th video from this trip to the keys. We have had a wonderful time. 😊👍🏻

[@ShawnChang6453]

Now that's educational fishing!

[@TheFishLocker]

Just sharing what I’ve learnt in the hope that it helps folks out. 😊🐟

[@ShawnChang6453]

@@TheFishLocker I've watched couple of lifestyle channels that features fishing, usually they will focus on the excitement and thrills, only very few good men like yourself who will take the time to explain what is going on, and the techniques applied, John. One of the reason I enjoy returning to your channel everytime.

[@daveredford7272]

What a fish John, well done.

[@TheFishLocker]

Cheers Dave. 😊👍🏻

[@wernerbezuidenhout9532]

What a super video John! Wow! Gongrats on you baracuda, and a big one! Just go to show, never give up. I thaught you were taking it home, but I take my hat off for you by releasing him. Felt like I was there with you in the keys! Well done mate!

[@TheFishLocker]

I am glad you enjoyed joining us sir. 😊🎣

[@luisma1161]

Great catch on that Cuda and the nice mangrove snapper.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you.

[@eltorocal]

I haven't gone fishing since I got hooked on your channel. After each new video, it's almost as though I'd just went fishing myself... with a buddy.

[@TheFishLocker]

Haha. Well I am glad you enjoy joining me so much. 😊🎣

[@aldomcgowan6561]

Living the dream wow so jealous 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@TheFishLocker]

Life is for living mate. 😊👍🏻

[@aldomcgowan6561]

And you are smashing it well done mate

[@brotherbrian5625]

Excellent! Congratulations I remember my first barracuda I was having drag go on one side of the boat and the barracuda was jumping on the opposite side. Very fast fighters...👍

[@TheFishLocker]

Awesome fighting fish aren’t they. 😆🐟

[@tonysansom]

Nice one John! That 'cuda was a beast!

[@TheFishLocker]

You wouldn’t like that attached to your fingers would you!! 🤣

[@adztaylor2277]

Nice fish for a last cast John. Interesting session. Enjoyed...All the best

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks mate. 👍🏻

[@anagonzales9140]

Awesome video 💙💙I love fishing 🎣

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you. We love fishing too .😊

[@donnyg187]

Congrats on catching you a big one! Glad you were able to release it without finding those gnashers. At least that black tip didn't have a go at your fingers this round.

[@TheFishLocker]

Given those monstrous teeth I was taking no chances!!!

[@--Independence]

Great vid John

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks mate. 👍🏻

[@alanmalcolm8055]

John I've not watched it yet but I have already liked. Watch tomorrow.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks Alan. 😊👍🏻

[@wetkneehouston6293]

Second time watching this florida series and it's just as good as the first time. My cousin just got back from a fishing trip in costa rica and I'm just a little bit envious 😂 maybe one day I'll get out the the Americas for a few sessions

[@TheFishLocker]

We cannot wait to get back over to the states. 😊👍🏻🦈🎣

[@d1g1taldan]

"its terrifying"... I got super excited when you said the T word, but still a Barracuda is still pretty awesome. Great Work John

[@TheFishLocker]

James’ “it’s terrifying” was hilarious to me. 🤣🤣

[@d1g1taldan]

@@TheFishLocker His best one liner to date for sure. Had me rollin about