Fishing The Forgotten Islands Of The Bahamas! (Catch/Clean/Cook)

In this episode we head to the Bahamas for 10 days aboard the Catch 22. We fish our way to Crooked Island and catch a variety of fish. Three of the nights we anchor out at different Islands including Rum Cay, Plana Cays, and Mayaguana. We eat a variety of fish including wahoo, yellowfin tuna, and yelloweye snapper! Blue Marlin are the main target and on day 3 I catch and release on the NickStick Offshore Mini Rod! We finally reach Crooked Island and we do an inshore trip catching a few bonefish plus get to hear Capt. Shakey's story of surviving Hurricane Joaquin.
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[@jakejacobson2999]

A month! That’s a dream right there! Listen, I’ve been told I’m great luck on the boat, and I don’t charge anything to come along! And nick, I hope that every morning when you wake up, you remember how blessed you are. To have such a beautiful family and to live in paradise, getting to do what you love day in and day out.

[@StanzFam]

🙏🏻 blessed for sure! Thank you for watching!

[@jrock5730]

2 hours!! Hell yes!! Thanks Nick!

[@StanzFam]

Thanks for watching!

[@Bill3558]

I grew up in the Bahamas. Im an old man now. But you captured how things are there. Thank you for the video, I know it wasn’t easy. Good to see your dad along. I bet he has stories.

[@StanzFam]

Awesome, that had to be quite a life! So many cool places and overall happiness almost everywhere we’ve been there. Thanks for watching.

[@user-xz3sr6wm3j]

I also live in Grand Bahama when I was a little kid that was 60 years ago

[@kirkmackenzie4425]

Absolutely wonderful. Thank you. The production could not have been any better. Take care.

[@StanzFam]

Thanks for that! Landon did a great job

[@pammager7135]

Another awesome video, Nick! As far as the ride over, that was ballistic! Couldn't take those rough seas! Nice, you had your father along! That area is so darn beautiful. You all are so fortunate to be able to travel over there! Really enjoy watching your videos, Nick! Be safe, everyone!

[@StanzFam]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for always watching and commenting 🙏🏻

[@charleshatcliff5588]

Your father is the real deal ! He built y'all right an tight. Much respect to him. What a Capt also. You guys rock. Still watching ur video an all of it. Respect from Readyville Tn.

[@StanzFam]

Thanks for that! Appreciate it

[@charleshatcliff5588]

Still got hour to finish y'all's awesome trip . Thanks man.

[@charleshatcliff5588]

Màde it to the end . What a great video. Bet you guys were very tired . Respect an thanks. God Bless be safe

[@pammager7135]

Hi Nick. I watched your whole video! First one that was really long. It was worth it!

[@StanzFam]

Awesome, thank you!

[@tonygville2969]

From the very start, Me's had the senses that this video is on course to be a Classic ☝️🙏😁 Viva Cristo Rey

[@StanzFam]

Love to hear it! Thanks for watching

[@ericdavi1231]

Anyone who says an electric reel isn’t fishing has never done it before… the smile on your face isn’t any smaller pushing a button vs cranking a reel!

[@StanzFam]

All about having fun for sure!

[@MrMaxpimp]

Only difference is if you catch a world record it can not be counted

[@ericdavi1231]

@@MrMaxpimp I can live with that

[@BStavFishing]

Classic trip!! Your dad is a funny guy; made me laugh out loud with his commentary at the tuna/lasagna dinner. Epic trip on the “Old Boat!” Congrats, Nick and Mr. Stanczyk!!

[@StanzFam]

Haha, I find him pretty amusing too

[@MrBovine06]

Another great production! Love that you take the time to allow local people to tell their stories and interact with you and your crew - it's not always about the fish. Thank you for sharing this with us!

[@StanzFam]

Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it

[@davewylie654]

Truly some of the best people ive ever met live in these islands, its a tough life but they are happy as heck, great stuff Nick looking forward ti this series. Blue on the Nickstik was insane

[@StanzFam]

Couldn't agree more! So many nice people 🇧🇸

[@WayneRussellOutdoorFilms]

This is one of the best fishing videos on KZbin I’ve seen in a long while… a total dream… off the grid… Bahamas out islands… no resorts… no BS… just a good crew and the old trusty sportfish hotel! Well done guys!!! Looking forward to the next trip!!!

[@StanzFam]

Appreciate that! Thanks for watching

[@mdv2043]

Man, the last two yrs I have had good luck pulling some mud flap teaser s in blue and white. Blues ,whites,sails and the tuna have not been able to ignore them. 😂 looks like a fun trip.

[@StanzFam]

Good to hear! Thanks for watching

[@redbullrich]

The best Stanz videos to date… I couldn’t put it down.. Great job!

[@StanzFam]

Wow, thank you!

[@keys1157]

i watched the full video which is rare for me, usually i skip to the good parts on these long videos but the whole video was the good part!

[@StanzFam]

Glad to hear! Hope you enjoyed it

[@conchytonk3385]

JR is the best! Some of the biggest bonefish I've ever caught right there in that creek

[@StanzFam]

Agreed! She has been super helpful. Cool to hear about the bonefish too

[@johnathandye5244]

So nice to see your dad fishing with you man. Been watching your channel for quite awhile now. Thanks for the content brother 👊

[@StanzFam]

Appreciate that!

[@alquinn3562]

Love the video so far. I have about 20 minutes at a time to watch but it keeps me looking forward to more down time when I can continue you adventure.🔥 Your Dads a legend! glad you could find time to spend together. I guarantee it means a lot to him and memories made are well remembered.

[@StanzFam]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@Saltwaterfishingshow]

Watched this beginning to end last night. What a movie, thank you Capt. Nick !

[@StanzFam]

Thank you for watching!

[@giancarloraphaeldeguzman8613]

Good morning, Stanzfam!!! Beautiful day!

[@StanzFam]

Thank you!

[@Ordyman81]

Great time with your dad and your uncle. It is good that it was recorded, so that Sara and the girl will be able to relive the memories. Blessed.

[@StanzFam]

🙏🏻👍🏻

[@cayman597]

What a great video, it should win an award. Made my day !

[@StanzFam]

@@cayman597 love hearing that! Thank you for watching

[@TampaGrown95]

I watched this entire video. Great footage post more!!!

[@StanzFam]

Love hearing that! Thanks for watching

[@meleenacarroll2646]

Loved how you showed our outer Bahamian islands and for showcasing what Crooked has to offer!!

[@StanzFam]

@@meleenacarroll2646 beautiful spot!!!

[@arthurmccorkle2525]

Awesome video guys..and gals. 73 years young and, yes, I'm envious. lol. ! Has always been one of my life's dreams to do. Great adventure. Thanks for the thrill....😊

[@StanzFam]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@michaelcameron8855]

What a great video of a really cool trip! Thanks for sharing. Nick those are memories you’ll carry for the rest of your days.

[@StanzFam]

Most definitely! Thanks for watching

[@paulorigon5574]

Amazing! I’m a beginner in offshore fishing and I learn a great deal about it by watching your videos from the line to use, bait and how to fillet a fish. You are an incredible fisherman. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@StanzFam]

Great to hear! Glad you enjoy the videos

[@benwillams8406]

I watch a lot of your videos. I feel this is the best one you’ve ever posted. Thanks for sharing.

[@StanzFam]

Wow, thank you!

[@shahaboskouei1871]

The best vid after your 757 jumbo for sure! I mean everything was perfect. Enjoyed it all. I saw your dad and if reminded my of "the old man and the sea" novel 😂. Well done Nick, you just raised the bar so high that it's quite impossible to beat you. Fishing even on the way the airport!!! The best content on the KZbin 🙏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@StanzFam]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it

[@runningdeer2111]

Thank you so much for sharing your trip with us. This was so much fun to watch. I was raised in the keys by a charter boat captain and my brother is still a captain down there. I moved out in 1980, and unfortunately I never made a run to the Bahamas. Maybe one day, who knows. But not likely. But I sure enjoyed watching your video and the scenery. I had the best childhood ever! Growing up in the lower keys first, then fifth grade moving up to Islamorada. My summer job, and sometimes during school, washing those beautiful boats of the charter fleet. My Dad’s boat was at Holiday Isle. The Tiki Bar was so tiny at that time. Then came the rolling Tiki Bar, that would come down to the docks. Man I miss it. However so much has changed. My life moved on, I fished some tournaments down there with my brother, after my Dad retired. My Dad and I always talked about how much fun it would be to just travel the water on a sport fisherman doing tournaments all over. My Dad passed now< and well I’m probably much to old and out of shape. So watching your wonderful video really sparked nostalgia in me, and I really enjoyed your video. Thanks so much again. I’ll probably watch it on a regular basis. I, so glad Mr. Allan is putting Walker’s Cay back together. And I love that your Uncle Scott just lives to fish, fantastic. That’s the way my brother Ronnie is, Capt Ron from Pirate for Hire out of World Wide Sportsman. He gave up his sport fisherman many years ago, for a much smaller boat. I’m sure y’all know him. My Dad was Capt Lenny, of the charter boat Tally Whacker. Well I know. TMI. Thanks again. 😊

[@StanzFam]

Awesome! Love hearing that! I know who your brother is as well. This was an adventure for sure

[@runningdeer2111]

@@StanzFam I hope you are able to share more of your adventures. Thank you again.

[@holeeshietpyro4072]

living through you man, love this long video! just what i needed tonight! The videography is on point with this one!

[@StanzFam]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@charliecamilleri1162]

Once again AWESOME video...right up there with the Alaska video...enjoy that time with your dad...

[@StanzFam]

Thanks! Will do!

[@user-wn5np5ow9x]

Best ever video Nick,👍

[@StanzFam]

Love to hear it!

[@LeonardCooperman]

Love this life, just love it. Thank you for taking us with you.

[@StanzFam]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@KasraShoshani]

always love your content! always 10/10 quality & content. stay blessed man :)

[@StanzFam]

Thank you for watching! Likewise 🙏🏻

[@coatingkings]

What a good video! Fishing, family and culture- cant beat that!!🍻

[@StanzFam]

Thanks for watching! Appreciate the comment

[@GeorgeCJohnson-ts2dz]

Outstanding content !!! Enjoyed the video !!! Smile 😊

[@StanzFam]

Thank you so much 😁

[@CrookedJaggedHooks]

Epic video!!! I didn't know how much work it takes on a fishing boat, till we went on one a couple of months ago non-stop action...Thanks for sharing God Bless..

[@StanzFam]

Thanks for watching!

[@nickharb13]

Every video is amazing but this one was top notch. Landon did an amazing job! Congrats!

[@StanzFam]

Thank you!

[@justinblythe8618]

Love these longer videos. Gives me something to do at work. Keep it up🤟🏽

[@StanzFam]

Glad you like them! Thanks for watching

[@phillymanpete]

Your a lucky man, Nick. You live a unique lifestyle in a unique place that very few get to realize. Great content and tight lines!

[@StanzFam]

I appreciate that! 🙏🏻

[@Buie144]

Nick!!!!!! What a amazing trip! Watched from start to finish!!

[@StanzFam]

Appreciate that! Thanks for watching

[@thomas4055]

That is a great video, thank you for showing all of this! 👍

[@StanzFam]

Thank you for watching! Glad you enjoyed it

[@Islandheadz297]

Awesome video!!! Started watching yesterday rann out of time !!! Watching it felt just as relaxing as fishing!! All the way from the clear waters of aruba 🇦🇼

[@StanzFam]

Awesome, love hearing that!

[@Georges73]

Thanks for the long video nick, you must do this evry month. I love to see som more off this cant off video's. Love your channel very machs. Greeting from Belgium and my Georges.

[@StanzFam]

Thanks! Will do!

[@tombrown7577]

I would love to be on that adventure...of a lifetime! Beautiful bull dophin, my favorite to catch and eat!

[@StanzFam]

Big bulls are always exciting 👍🏻👍🏻

[@herbpantaleon7485]

Wow, 140 minutes of extraordinary footage and great editing! Nice to see Mr. Stanczyk on the water. Good times.

[@StanzFam]

Thank you for watching!

[@wrightackle1]

Four days without a shower, after cleaning fish, cutting bait and working the deck! It must have been a treat getting in the bed. To me the Crooked Island segment of the video was the best. Those inlets teeming with fish were something else! That cuda strike on the snapper was really cool.

[@StanzFam]

You got that right! Thanks for watching

[@KingShadStarSeed9]

That rake n scrape at the end was 🔥🔥🔥. Such beautiful talent in our outter islands. I LOVED that part

[@StanzFam]

We loved it there!

[@KingShadStarSeed9]

@@StanzFam thank you for your response. Manners and Respect. I am from Nassau. I've been watching your channel for years. I'm watch this 2 hr special for the second time now. 😅

[@rbuenafe100]

Happen to stumble upon your video and absolutely love it! You have such a beautiful family and love the fact that you get them involved. You are very lucky to have such an awesome lifestyle that I can only dream of. I am an avid surf fisherman here in NY but it's too darn hot and humid to go out! I will be binge watching all your videos. Subscribed from the concrete jungle of NYC!

[@StanzFam]

Thank you so much!! Appreciate that. Glad you enjoyed the video. I can tell you love fishing as much as we do!

[@2fast4you423]

It was almost like I went on vacation with you guys,thanks for the memories ✌️😎

[@StanzFam]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ellenmorgan6923]

Thanks Nick,for the extra long video.Waited months for this trip

[@StanzFam]

Thanks for watching!

[@jannaweiss8685]

Awesome video, what a trip! Thank you for taking us along!!! 2:17:49

[@StanzFam]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@joleneperez8097]

I wish it wasn’t so dang expensive. I’ve been dying to wet a line ever since my other half passed 4 years ago. We used to go out regularly with different charters around Florida. We once went to the middle grounds and ran into a huge storm that had people flying all over the place. You could barely get a hold of anything that wasn’t coming apart from its foundation. Bathrooms were flooded. Equipment and people’s personal belongings were flying off the boat and crashing up against the windows. Any time we tried to venture off shore to pick up a little speed we were hit by 10 foot waves scaring the crap out of everyone. Personally, except for having to go pee every five minutes, I had a blast!

[@StanzFam]

That sounds like an intense storm! Sorry to hear about your loss, hope you get out fishing again soon 🙏🏻

[@CaptColladoOutdoors]

Dope! 🔥

[@StanzFam]

Thanks!

[@CaptColladoOutdoors]

@@StanzFam no thank you Nick. Love the long form videos.

[@robertrojas4319]

Probably the best video I've seen in KZbin. 5 stars all the way. Tu Amigo Robert Rojas

[@StanzFam]

Love hearing that!

[@autonomous_collective]

Liked the video.... Do more of these island to island videos. Show more of marinas and dockeds, fuel prices, restarants, etc etc.... Cat island was awesome.. 🤙🤙

[@StanzFam]

Great to hear! Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching. Will try to make some more like this in the future

[@jessehagle4146]

Awesome episode! More big trips love it

[@StanzFam]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed!

[@miketorre16]

Absolutely loved this video !!! So relaxing and exciting to watch the journey. Look forward to more of these. Keep em long too. Beats watching TV. 🎣👌

[@StanzFam]

Thank you! Will do!

[@miketorre16]

@@StanzFam 🐠🐠🐠🎣

[@deandobbs2727]

Awesome trip Nick! Your dad’s the man!

[@StanzFam]

Thanks for watching! He’s a character for sure!

[@floridakeysislandfishing5995]

Nick you keep outdoing yourself! What a great video or movie I should say lol! Well done and thanks for sharing. Good times for sure

[@StanzFam]

Appreciate that! Landon gets credit for the editing. Thanks for watching!

[@floridakeysislandfishing5995]

Big shout out to Landon! Amazing to here the hurricane stories in the Bahamas too! Brings me back to Irma in Big Pine. Hey great Job and amazing footage! I need to get there one of these days. I wouldn’t like all the rough stuff though 🤢lol Keep ‘em coming

[@robertpellegrino6376]

A trip like this is a definite goal of mine. Great video

[@StanzFam]

Hope you do it sooner than later. Thank you for watching

[@PSSKDerby]

Great video Stanzfam! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@StanzFam]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@derrickclemons2862]

Great video. Keep the adventures coming...

[@StanzFam]

Thanks! Will do!

[@user-sq9cl3fj3v]

Great, wonderful video! Husband and I fished out of Bud and Mary’s some years ago…. Caught yellow tail…captain filleted for us and we took to Lazy Daze and had best dinner! Really enjoy all your videos..thanks

[@StanzFam]

Thanks for watching! Glad to hear you had a nice trip at the marina. Hard to beat fresh snapper at lazy days

[@broadwayvacuum6014]

LOVED IT, SPORTS FISHING AT IT"S BEST !!!!

[@StanzFam]

Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it

[@hallchg]

Amazing! Best KZbin video I have watched. Great job!

[@StanzFam]

Wow, thanks!

[@keithcampbell4098]

Heck of a video! Good stuff!!

[@StanzFam]

Thanks for watching 👊🏻

[@aaronfrazier4130]

EPIC trip. better than the last movie I saw..... Great stuff. Thank you.

[@StanzFam]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching

[@513kyleb]

The bonefish guide’s hurricane story gave me chill bumps. We all go through stuff but going through a cat 4 in a jeep with your family has to take the cake.

[@StanzFam]

Agreed, that storm was no joke

[@jennymorrison6193]

Awesome Video!!!

[@StanzFam]

Thanks!

[@cvoutdoors9859]

Hi Nik, that is awesome long video, great fishing with your funny dad😁. Watching from New Zealand, tight lines mate🎣🎣

[@StanzFam]

Glad you enjoyed it! We have some characters in the family for sure

[@buckethead9861]

Red skies at morning: harbinger of bumps

[@Chill_Vibezzz]

15:26 that was a big umbrella you guys put out 😂 I use ones that are a quarter of that size when I troll for striped bass

[@StanzFam]

Haha yep! Full size

[@jimlarkin7859]

Awesome content . Awesome trip this stuff is really compelling. Crooked Island … what an awesome place to fish

[@StanzFam]

Thank you! Appreciate you watching

[@jimlarkin7859]

@@StanzFam what did fuel cost at Crooked Island? How far is it from Islamorada to Crooked Island? Thanks

[@donaldtouchton9523]

This was awesome 👊🏻👊🏻

[@StanzFam]

Thanks! Was a memorable trip for sure 🙏🏻

[@austindorn515]

At work on a sunday going through crabs... Great video!!

[@StanzFam]

Hope you enjoy!

[@ratfinkron5793]

Holy crap man best vid ive watched in a longgggggg time, I need to get down and charter with you Nick trying to make that happen soon Bud n Marys RULES!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@StanzFam]

Thanks for watching!

[@bronsoncashiola1426]

This is great. I’d love to do trips like these

[@StanzFam]

Thanks for watching! Hope you do some similar trips and have a blast!

[@pakrudy6145]

Great Mr amazing super ❤❤👍👍🙏

[@StanzFam]

Thanks for watching 👍🏻

[@MasticTrash7]

Outstanding!

[@StanzFam]

Thank you kindly!

[@MrLouie1900]

i enjoy watching your adventures...tightlines!!

[@StanzFam]

Thanks so much! Appreciate you watching

[@Reef-jv3md]

Awesome vid!!!

[@StanzFam]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@christyhironymous1738]

Just found your channel watching your Alaska fishing adventure. Im hooked!

[@StanzFam]

Glad to hear it! Enjoy 👍🏻

[@earlalford7694]

Great video thanks for sharing

[@StanzFam]

Thank you for watching! Glad you enjoyed it

[@victorlui5955]

Yay!!! Hi Stanz Fam!!! I'm watching the video now. I hope Mr. Charlie cooks & makes sashimi sushi!!! Oh, oh, say hi to Dakotaaaaaaa!!! 😊

[@StanzFam]

Thanks for watching! Hope you enjoyed!

[@davidcowley657]

Loved the video.

[@StanzFam]

Thank you for watching!

[@FlatsFisher73]

That’s awesome I’m laying here watching this video like I always enjoy all your content and you said can’t island I was like damn I have a buddy a friend that owns land and care island. Am I have to take him up on his offer sometime and go there and do some fishing. Love the videos

[@StanzFam]

Love to hear it! Hope you make it down there soon

[@freedomwanderer91]

Awesome trip to the Bahamas. Live the dream.

[@StanzFam]

Thank you for watching!

[@louv4437]

Awesome adventure and video thanks for sharing

[@StanzFam]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@adrianadler2863]

Great video man, its like we were there with you!

[@StanzFam]

Love hearing it! Thanks for watching

[@gramikohepburn4292]

Am so glad you are showing the world other islands of the bahamas my mom is from there you need to carry Bluegabe with you next time there is some good diving there to

[@StanzFam]

Thanks for watching! Beautiful area there

[@dommo6426]

Awesome Nick

[@StanzFam]

It was a memorable trip for sure! Thanks for watching

[@floathi]

Epic!!!

[@StanzFam]

Thanks for watching!

[@juanvergara309]

Love the long content

[@StanzFam]

Cool, love the feedback! Hope you enjoyed it

[@TimNye850]

Took me three sessions to complete the video, but it was time well spent. Awesome journey with pops!

[@StanzFam]

Glad to hear it! Thanks for watching. A memorable trip for sure

[@RamjackSeawall]

Great video! PS that radar looked like a video game from the 80's

[@StanzFam]

Thank you!

[@lucians9083]

Awesome video!

[@StanzFam]

Thanks! Appreciate you watching

[@lucians9083]

@@StanzFam Looking forward to more. All I want is Conch salad now tho lol

[@FATHERSOFBASS]

I love the fishing part but I skipped to the cooking and inside parts more like watching the interaction and your pops 💙💙💙

[@StanzFam]

Glad you enjoyed!