How to Catch FISH on the Key Largo PATCH REEFS | Catch N Cook

I head out on my boat in Key Largo, Florida and show you how to catch fish on the patch reefs. Enjoy the Catch N Cook!
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Heiko Winkler
100100 Overseas Hwy
PO 370697
Key Largo, FL 33037-9998
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In this fishing episode we head South out of John Pennekamp and out to the patch reefs here in Key Largo, Florida. I will show you how to patch reef fish and how to find the patch reefs in the florida keys.
#catchandcook #keylargo #fishing
It's easy to patch reef fish! You will catch mutton snapper, yellowtail snapper, groupers, grunts, porgys, barracuda and more. It's the best place to fish if you don't have any fishing spots. Patch reef fishing can be done by anyone and almost always ends with a catch n cook.
Whether it's a mutton snapper or a yellowtail snapper or even a grunt. You can catch fish patch reef fishing very easily with some ballyhoo for bait. Shrimp and squid also work. Catch and cook is almost certain when fishing the patch reefs in key largo.
I am always asked where to catch fish in key largo. And I usually tell people that don't know what they are doing to go patch reef fishing in key largo. So I decided to make this video on how to patch reef fish in key largo. You will see me catch fish on the patch reefs. And not just that! It's a catch n cook so you get all the fun. Catch fish and cook fish.
This is the easiest way on how to catch fish in key largo. The patch reef fishing in key largo is some of my favorite fishing spots. Clear blue water, sunny skies and I smell a catch and cook coming our way.
So how to catch fish patch reef fishing is simple. Anchor in sand upcurrent of the patch reef. Put out a chum bag. Start chunking some bait like ballyhoo. And then throw back a freeliner rig or yellowtail hook with some ballyhoo or any cut fish like herring or sardine. And a mutton snapper or yellowtail snapper is more than likely to come!
Next time you find yourself in the Florida Keys just think back to this video about how to fish the patch reefs and keep it simple. Patch reef fishing tips are in this fishing video. And patch reef fishing isn't good in just key largo but everywhere in the Florida Keys.
Reef fishing is so beautiful and rewarding. Catch N Cook rewarding!
So next time someone asks where to catch fish in key largo. Tell them... Key Largo patch reef fishing is where it's at!
Thanks for watching this fishing video on how to Catch FISH on the Key Largo PATCH REEFS. We end this fishing episode with a fun Catch N Cook and everything you saw today was filmed here in Key Largo. Which is the first island in the Florida Keys. SMASH the like button and LEAVE a comment, love you all!

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

The REAL secret to catching fish is to use SFFC rigs: southfloridafishingchannel.com I bless every rig sent out by yelling 'FISH ON' at the top of my lungs as they are packaged... True Story

[@kxry4679]

South Florida Fishing Channel moving to Fort Lauderdale next week, I’ll have a reason to purchase a few now💪🏼

[@g-townfishing6167]

South Florida Fishing Channel Hey Heiko, I sent you a DM on insta about a 225 Merc. Check it out when you can.

[@shotdoctor]

R.I.P motor. She has gone to the long troll out in the vast blue. Free from the the burden of maintenance, and the risk of over-revving. Her contribution to the channel will not be forgot. She will be sorely missed. At least till Heiko finds a replacement. lol

[@AlexGarcia-ni2wy]

PLEASE do more of these. Showing where to go on the gps and stuff. I’m trying to learn what to do with my first boat recently purchased

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

Can't go wrong fishing the patch reefs here =) Good luck with the new boat! my engine just blew lol

[@tracey38999]

Come on one of you millionaire fisherman. Buy Heiko a new motor so we can keep seeing Caitlin!!!!

[@DYNABIKE1]

It's Caitlyn I believe - - - anyway Yes get Heiko some help sponsors !!

[@georgekarpathios9253]

I love your enthusiasm while fishing when you catch a fish. I'm the same.. I have a smaller boat than you (16' Boston whaler CC). I think I'll be coming to Key Largo this season with it and try some patch reef fishing. Our place is in Naples and it's tough fishing here. Had an offshore 24', but sold it a couple of years ago. Trying more inshore fishing, but once I saw the patches and what you're catching there,.I'm excited. Disadvantage is the almost 3 hour drive. But I'm looking forward to it. Hope I run into you on the water and say hello one day. Great videos. George

[@jeffrichardsonoutdoorschan5324]

Great fishing guys! I can't wait for spring fishing on my channel! I'm from the midwest so I would love to get into some deep sea fishing here soon!

[@kennethhotard2952]

I tell ya my friend, when ever I am a bit down, all i have to do is watch one of your videos bud and i find myself laughing!! Love it man!! Keep up the over the top work!! You guyz are great, THANKS. SEMPER FI!!

[@briankoundry3401]

Great video brother ,up here in Connecticut waiting for the porgy to show up strong sucks your motor crapped out hope you find the motor your looking for soon good luck . BK

[@vickisomerville2504]

Hauling the boat and fam down there end of March, this video was literally what I needed. Gracias!

[@motofarmmx2430]

Throw a set of rings in that motor. Check the rod bearings and your good to go pretty easy cheap fix.

[@dsexton5]

Man, no matter how bad of a day I may have had watching your videos ALWAYS cheers me up. I can only wish one day for me and my daughter to fish with you. Keep up the great work.

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

I'm sure one day we will! Thanks for all the support =)

[@jean-yveslefebvre6446]

Nice catch Heiko keep up the good work!

[@davyfrostcadence1467]

Another great video, living the dream Heiko.

[@martyhicks5593]

Great vid good info love the energy bro 😎

[@jimhough6233]

Been doing that drunk catch and cook fish myself for years! You get home starving and drink and you got great fresh meat. Pasta and veggies will come out next meal. Cheers!

[@km-urbex3062]

I've been waiting for this video ❤🙏

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

more fishing videos coming! Editing one right meowww

[@davidbarrett9229]

Another great video got a 300 suzuki installed 18900 have a great weekend From the Palm Bay Bass pro shop stalker lol

[@mikeward6504]

Great video Heiko hopefully you can get a new motor soon 🤙

[@SophisticatedRedneckery]

Great vid Heiko! That cat is like ours. Fresh fish comes in. He comes running😜

[@chrisclark8599]

Heiko. There is a really nice evinrude 225 with really low hours and complete rigging on craigslist down by you for sale 3900. I had your same mercury motor on my glasstream had nothing but issues with it all the time

[@GmanfromTexas]

Awesome trip. Can't wait to go to the keys on my vacation.

[@jodymcewen1547]

Great vid Heiko. I'll keep my eyes open until you post that you found the answer to the motor.

[@surfersurfer8824]

bummer, but great vid, and loved the cooking show, always gives me new ideas!! thank you and be safe my friend

[@robertwood4073]

Can't wait for my trip this October!

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

I should have a new engine by then! lolol

[@robertwood4073]

@@SouthFloridaFishingChannel I sure hope so! Otherwise Kaitlyn's going to be paddling her arms off!

[@TexasJungle]

Yeah boyeeee!! Looks like a killer time! I’m editing now but after seeing this I’m going out to Texas Jungle!!

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

Go get yourself some wild game! I wish I had woods closer to me! No hunting in the keys =(

[@sayerboyce7405]

The reel goat

[@matthewroy3007]

Great video Man 🤙

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

Thanks Roy!

[@michaelsiembieda3742]

I'm telling you just go down dealership and get a brand new Suzuki Outboard you won't be disappointed

[@ShotgunSsergio]

I would look at the suzuki 200s. Work great in my boat. You’re lucky enough to have international marine and outboard specialties in Florida. Best prices in the country.

[@joeshmo3029]

Just a quick cooking tip. I come from a family that owns a fleet of fishing boats and several seafood restaurants. Lightly toss the fish cubes in yellow mustard first. Them, dust them in pancake mix immediately before you fry them. Use .5 inches to .75 inches of oil in the pan. Do not put too much in at one time. KEEP THE OIL HOT. This work for all pink or white flaky fish. This recipe has made a lot of money. Try it. Let me know what you think.

[@ChopperOutdoors]

thanks for bringing back the "how to" videos

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

Lots more to come!

[@whitesnook]

Thanks for an awesome fishing shows! I used to have key largo 186 myself.... Great no frills boat. Sorry to hear your motor ... Get a Suzuki!

[@l7rovato248]

hey! im new into fishing and i was wondering if you could help me out with open sea spots in fort lauderdale because all the times we tried the waves made it imposible

[@cadilacslim]

I lived 10 years on Bahamas island Eleuthera, 200 miles east of you, water was one mile deep just one mile offshore, did all kinds of fishing, spear, night fishing on reefs, trolling, deep water, but fish would not bite during daytime on dead bait, and at night fish would only bite on incoming tide with no moon.

[@lostjackson]

Great patch reef video. I enjoy every one. Loosing a cylinder sucks.

[@lachyelmulatiko7435]

That scorpion fish are soo good to eat

[@jmvmike]

I’m sorry the engine crapped out on you. Keep up the great videos

[@johnsawickis9967]

I tend to have a problem with snapping rods myself. Happens to me at least once a year. You think i would learn.

[@merrywissemes]

Holy shit! That water is beautiful! Great video, Heiko.

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

Yea gotta love fishing that blue water!

[@merrywissemes]

I’d love to get my little Illinois boat out there just once. Going to try to get down for a few days in mid July.

[@jayvanhouwe2132]

Great vid as usually.I would have kept eel and cooked it if it was legal and in season.

[@g-townfishing6167]

Waiting to see that new 4 stroke😁

[@jtimm915]

Waiting to not hear that new 4 stroke. Lol.

[@DjILLMANIK]

yo do you have any more of that sticker thats on the microwave ? i saw you dropped ur boat off at seapower i live a few blocks away they do good work would love to get out on the water with you sometime after this whole corona scare goes away i always drop my boat in at caribbean club and fish mosquito bank Rodriguez key and molasses

[@markcrume]

Angel Hair is a very short cook. IMO, skip the tomato sauce, to heavy for angel hair. Try EVOO, diced fresh tomato with minced garlic and Italian Herbs.Toss in the Angel Hair and top with your fish chunks with panko and parmesan. Yum!... What, no Glock to crack stone crab claws? Capt Elliot is one lucky cat, looks very healthy and happy, seems like a "Kool Kat". Kaitlyn is an angel. Thanks for the adventure. Heiko, I always love them.

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

I'll have to try that next time I make angel hair. Thanks!

[@Lees920]

Are you still looking for a motor? How about a 150 Yamaha?

[@shanegraziosi5650]

Are those cutting boards for sale?

[@DadnSonOutdoors]

I just found out about this channel and it’s so great! You guys regularly have an awesome time. Sub from me! I want to do saltwater fishing one day

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

Great to have you on the channel! Go get some fishing in! Yehaww =)

[@ROYCHANNELMANCING]

best video, very good👍

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

Thanks! More fishing videos coming right up!

[@ronaldwashington4285]

Cool

[@buzzardjake2177]

Make sure it's a four stroke, Iv'e got a 21 ft Nautic Star with a 150 F S and it runs all day for about 20 bucks! Top speed is 43!

[@TheCriminalViolin]

Too much noodles, not enough water. That's where the problem is, which is why the noodles in the middle are all clumped up together. Starch Monsters can be rough to cook when cooking other things, or distracted since again, they're loaded with starch, making them both incredibly sticky when overcooked, and easy to burn as well. Simple things can sometimes quickly become some of the most difficult haha. The fish looks stellar as always. Also, did you just update your boat, and repair that engine? Seems like you spent two weeks on it and you documented a bit of it on your instagram page.

[@crazyamazinghd4714]

Time for a new four stroke 😈

[@johnkelly2860]

Oh no! Sorry about your motor. Although It was a juicy day on the water and I am jealous. It looked so nice and clear. What the heck is the water temperature this time of year for you to jump in like that? Cheers

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

It's not cold at all on the patch reefs right now. Plus the sun was shining so it was nice. The water was probably low 80s

[@johnkelly2860]

I figured it wasn't too cold but low 80's!? Sounds perfect. Looked so inviting. Good luck on the motor hunt. Dig DEEEEP in those pockets man and treat yourself to a new Susuki and be done.lol

[@eliestavrou]

I messed the noodles up! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@WilliamHowardAlloway]

Heiko, Just buy a Suzuki and all your worries will go away can't go wrong ask deermeat and bluegabe

[@lb7wade518]

Check fuel and make sure not contaminated before new engine goes on

[@djmjr77]

I think the dixie paper plate takes more away from the presentation than the f-d noodles :P

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

lolol i'll keep that in mind

[@drewheatherly9845]

You are due for a new engine. That one has been limping along for a while. Hope you find what you need.

[@backlashrepublic8440]

Just so you know, that was an Almaco Jack, not a lesser AJ. You were right about the tasty part tho lol

[@schoolmartinez9455]

A twin turbo Chevy 502 big block Chevy should be a adequate replacement...

[@upinsmoke333]

Hey my friend... Your custom rod was made in China.... Sorry it broke! Thanks for another great vid..

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

It's ok I have my Toadfish Outfitters rods that treat me well =)

[@kennybrown1121]

Get a Yamaha 225 it is quiet and fuel efficient and doesn’t brake down

[@john_rocks_jax]

Here comes the 4stroke and never look back fuel bill cut in half. Suzuki 200 or Yamaha 200 can't go wrong. Or a new dusky 252t would be sweet

[@lb7wade518]

Sorry about the bad luck on the motor!! But was a good day fishing!!

[@guykennen6197]

Have a Yamaha HPDI 200 with 535 hours, comes with a 15.25 X17 prop ,oil tank and new pump. You would need new binnicle and rigging. Strong engine runs perfect. Just repowered this week. In a shipping crate in Stuart.$3750.00

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

Shoot me an email [e-mail] can ya send me some pics? Thanks!

[@guykennen6197]

Sorry Heiko engine was sold this weekend. Best of luck finding a replacement....go Yamaha!

[@DYNABIKE1]

I talked to Your favorite Lazy Lobster today and asked if they had Lion Fish on the menu. They said Yes when they can get some. They had none today. What ??? I thought they were a real problem down there ! Can You help supply them ??? Sure need to Eat em to Beat em !!!

[@cullenbigd]

Headed to the Keys in a few for a few so THANKS! Looking forward to doing this very thing! Sorry bout the motor man, definition of a boat, hole in the water you throw money into but what would we do without them?

[@windowclean100]

❤️ 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@QSSCEO]

grunt and grits

[@ChasingDreamsLivingLife]

On the Duane?

[@seanmcmenama6959]

Gm Taylor Davis said he would cut a good deal just need to email him

[@arthurmendez2382]

You videos are awesome. Thank You. Question, on 1:46 of this video, you are showing a digital map. What programs is that? Goggle Earth or Maps? Thanks Again.

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

Google maps in satellite mode =) Fish on!

[@propwash6880]

That scorpion fish was probably the best eating fish you caught. You threw it back?

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

yea we threw it back. He was kinda small thou, but i'll have to give em a try next time!

[@propwash6880]

@@SouthFloridaFishingChannel Hard to tell with image, he looked big. Basically they are sculpins, very tasty.

[@xxxSiMoN18xxx]

Prop Wash and you accidentally poke yourself trying to clean a 2lb fish and you’re in the worst pain of your life, experiencing intense swelling, probable hospital visit and depending on your allergies, death. Not even remotely close to worth enough meat for barely one meal lol.

[@xxxSiMoN18xxx]

Table Top Reviews Nothing I said was exaggerated. You don’t know a persons tolerance to a neurotoxin.

[@Toytoonsreviews]

@@xxxSiMoN18xxx sculpin, scorpion fish, lion fish, everywhere in the world beside here they are table fare. You're over exaggerating. Just be careful.

[@Lees920]

OOPS...meant to say a 250 Yamaha....typo

[@portcitycharters8399]

get you a suzuki son.

[@brrr8904]

You should make another spearfishing vid

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

AS SOON AS I GET A NEW ENGINE I will go on a shooting spree on the reefs!

[@brrr8904]

@@SouthFloridaFishingChannel sneaking up on those fish is gonna be a lot easier with a new 4 stroke 😉

[@jimhough6233]

SO DENTE!

[@Lees920]

This 250 Yamaha has about 21 hours on it and is $6000 according to the owner. If you're interested, contact me.

[@lachyelmulatiko7435]

Fan fact they said that if you throw the barracuda pm the floor and after a couple of minutes all the ants are gone, is because it has sigüatera

[@jasongomesAruba]

Get a new Suzuki 4stroke for the boat

[@jemano14]

Get a four stroke if you can!!!

[@JayB-bq7hh]

Read the pasta box dude.............angel hair cooks quick, use thin spaghetti or just spaghetti for longer cooking, harder to screw up !!

[@jcarlzon]

oh dude, you really need a new engine so i can watch your videos while im stuck here in sweden and not in our house in Tavernier....i might be able to help you out with a new Mercury 200-250hp for a super duper price, let me get back to you on monday :)

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

i'm all ears. Shoot me an email [e-mail]

[@jcarlzon]

@@SouthFloridaFishingChannel will do!

[@stayathome316]

Stop putting da fried fish on a napkin!!!! Put it on a wire rack to dry!!!! Gotta save that crispy you worked so hard for!!!!!

[@jkroblox9723]

Get a Yamaha !!

[@westeoutdoors4023]

First😂

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

you're a fast one!

[@11buttek]

Dam you high stick that custom rod that’s why it broke isn’t it? Lol

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

I did lol... Wish it was on camera! Was SUPER loud when it snapped lol. The guys thought a flare went off

[@11buttek]

South Florida Fishing Channel that is crazy! Glad ya didn’t get hurt when it snapped!

[@seanmcmenama6959]

Suzuki or mercury

[@Deepseasilence]

I can tell you what you might of done wrong; You either didn't salt your water enough or what you said, overcooked it. Next time im down at the keys with my bf invite me and I'll give you a tutorial xD Also stop huffing those fumes!

[@josephpecoul6532]

Posta I ant got my ass on no Posta. What's up with the fish Holmes?

[@vipergeddy]

Bro will you marry me I love the way you cook your fish up looks awesome sorry about your engine I know the feeling

[@westtexan2263]

Dude you have nursed that 2 stroke to death. It's time to give it a proper send off (like the guys on office space did with the printer) and let go of some of those millions you got and get you a brand spanking new 4 Stroke. Or hell put two of them on. You can buy used but you're taking a chance of getting someone elses lemon motor. Great fishing videos though.

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

that would be an epic scene

[@danielhall898]

Dude I'll take those leftovers....

[@chicomarlin1246]

MAMA MIA! I might have to unsub after seeing that pasta 🤣 j/k...stick to the fish tho

[@liamgrech1]

Venomous not poisonous!!!

[@nancykrull5981]

Don't handle fish that you are going to release with a towel, it removes the slime.

[@audiecarter8886]

Go Suzuki and you will not regret it.

[@mannyrodriguez5453]

Guys when fishing the patches you need to stay away from casting onto the reef patches, youre always going to lose your fish, You guys literally anchored right on top of the reef.

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

I jumped in and swam around. Anchor was in a sand patch. They are all over. My anchor grips best in sand anyways, it's the plow

[@mannyrodriguez5453]

@@SouthFloridaFishingChannel I know that it good be a bit difficult to anchor on sand but try to saty away from having to cast on top of the reef patches, and look for a spot where there' more sand and the shum will lure in the fish closer to you. I fished all those patches, my parents used to have a home in tavernier back in the late 60's until they sold in 1985, when we wanted to fish the patches we looked for more depth in the 40's feet, you can find larger fish, try fishing before sunrise and one hour befor sun set, you will be a happy camper, I've been seeing your videos and i've been itching to fish the area again. have you tried fishing in the winter the surroundings of Rodriguez Key and i can't recall the other key thats north of it, Muttons are always in the shallows surrounding the small islands especially in the winter but you need to fish it early morning with no wind. Good luck.

[@Kayak1088]

I'm gonna have to unsub if you feed that cat any more stone crab.

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

lol forgive me master!

[@huntfisheat73]

LMFAO

[@TheCriminalViolin]

Okay, then how's this for a compromise? Heiko gets to feed the people who mean the most to you to Cap'n Elliot. I think it's a fair trade haha

[@SophisticatedRedneckery]

Kayak1088 😂😂

[@troutlookout]

It don't look right..cuz it ain't right lol

[@mises296]

What kind of a sociopath wastes a stone crab claw on a gotdam cat?

[@SouthFloridaFishingChannel]

the 2 stroke fumes have me not thinking clearly