How to Catch Sheepshead With OYSTERS - Forget About Fiddlers! | HUGE New PB

[@Kyle-v5o9s]

Dude, oyster in a cotton terry towel. And a bait knife to remove/open oyster. Start from where muscle oyster is connected and work around shell. Cut ligament meat is connected to. Done. Awesome video! Love seeing what’s being caught on the other side of country. Cheers!

[@Bakaat777]

When I was spearfishing and wanted some Sheepshead and they weren't around at the time, just like you said about letting the oyster "smell" get in the water, all I had to do was scrape a few barnacles and oysters off the pilings with the tip of my spear, making sure I broke them open a bit so the barnacle and oyster "meat" would chum the water, and the Sheep would come a runnin'.

[@fredsmit9316]

Its all about the challenge on light tackle.We often catch 20kg mulloway on a 25lb handline inbetween the reefs. False Bay Cape Town. No rod ,no reel no yoyo just the 27:40 100m of line on the original spool. Enjoyed your clip .Well done.

[@BayouATC_ATV_Life]

A little tip. If you use oyster shuck. There is a little slit on the back of the oyster. Take that shuck stick it in there and move around the oyster one and done. You still got a good method though. This method I’m saying. Will save the life on your pliers though.

[@danno5805]

Have you tried " Magic String " to hold your bait on?

[@robsgarage4746]

gloves and a chisel. I use to work at a seafood restaurant and my job was shucking oysters. I would eat them though, HA! Sheephead is great eating! goood vid!

[@shawnrannels7564]

Fun video man!!! Loves the video. Great commentary!

[@BrainHurts5446]

You know they’re big when they have Remoras on em. Cool video. Best part about sheep head is that it’s also black drum fishing as well

[@ckwoutdoors]

For real. You know its good fishing when the by-caych is more fun than the target species 🤣

[@charleswashington7576]

Nice, I'm glad the weather was fair, because those big drum could've put on the business end of ooh damn. I love stuffing drum when their 21" to 25". I live in Tampa. I catch sheepshead in the same range size as on your show. I'm new to your channel. I really enjoyed it.

[@Lilbigron3]

Where u fish in Tampa ?

[@brandongilpin6157]

Have you ever tried salting the oysters over night to toughen them up? Or frozen to have on hand?

[@ckwoutdoors]

I haven't tried either, those are great ideas!

[@roberthamlin6638]

Big drum need heavy tackle and a half of crab. You might even hook a tarpon.

[@Rainersherwood]

I’ve gotta try this. I know so many spots near me covered with oysters. I’ve also heard that big black drum can eat up to 40 oyster a day! So you are giving them their favorite food source, one they consistently go after. Makes sense you got black drum vs sheepshead. Sheepshead seem to love crabs and barnacles. But not oysters as much.

[@jasonperry4898]

Great video ...and awesome info for beginner sheephead hunters...thx

[@KennyP88]

Fights like that are worth gold, even without pulling it aboard. Fun to watch.

[@ckwoutdoors]

It was so much fun. I cant wait to actually land a 40"+ drum on my kayak. Going to be epic!

[@drumguy1960]

Easiest way to keep oysters on your hook is with bait mesh. This even allows you to use a smaller bait and use one bait to catch multiple fish

[@endgamefishing1558]

Got any links to that stuff, I’m interested

[@drumguy1960]

@@endgamefishing1558 Truth be told you can use pantyhose just as easily and a LOT cheaper...Cut it in about 4 inch squares and just wrap a small rubber band around the top after you close it...

[@mrcruz956tx]

@@drumguy1960 Heading to the dollar general rn to pickup some nice fluorescent XXL panty hoes 👍🏽

[@NoNORADon911]

It was talked about at the end did you watch the end?

[@drumguy1960]

@@NoNORADon911 Sadly no I got called into work and paused the video and NEVER got back to it :(

[@bcp5296d]

Gonna have to try this soon, great video.

[@allkindsofoutdooractivities]

Great video! You can use PVA mesh tubing to help keep them intact and on the hook

[@NoNORADon911]

You must have not watched the video to the end?

[@Letizia4813]

Do you have any protection on the hull of your kayak for those bridge pilings or do you just try not to run into them? If you do have abrasion protection what do you have? Thanks!

[@pj3039]

great video dude and thanks for the tips on the oysters. Yea its still fun to hook into the fish even if you break off but you shouldn't be breaking off that often, if so then your not using the proper gear.

[@ckwoutdoors]

No problem, glad you enjoyed it! Most of the breakoffs I've had on drum or sheepshead are from them dragging the line through structure. Both species are fished around heavy structure that is usually covered in razor-sharp oysters. The drum I got to the boat here just popped off, probably ripped the hook through his lip after a long fight. Its pretty common with these fish to lose them frequently

[@jimmyfumbanks6081]

Yea this whole oyster deal is sketchy. I aint never seen the Market oysters on the side of a bridge . Those Oysters are a $1.50 a piece at the Tourist Stores

[@jimmyfumbanks6081]

Typical Yank here for sure

[@kennethlocke4213]

Texas here. I've used small treble hooks saltwater bay fishing all my life. Use a treble and you will have the best chance of keeping that oyster on a hook.

[@jamesdannelly6760]

Scraping the pilings with a rake was an old timers method of chumming the water. Then use a small piece of frozen shrimp to catch them. You have to watch the hook carefully they are some of the best baitstealers in the water

[@shrimp8004]

I seen them bite hooks n haif with them choppers Thay got

[@timpeel5094]

That really looks like a BLAST!!!

[@renealbaladejo3698]

Excelente vídeo. Enjoyed the tutorial, very nice learning experience!! ! Thank you. What size hook are you using. I’m from NEW YORK . I use mussels for my type of fishing. Very delicate bait that yells fish

[@billanderson2217]

Take along a small hiking stove and cup. Blanching your oysters in boiling water makes them tougher and they stay on the hook much better.

[@ckwoutdoors]

Now this is the info we all need lol.

[@TurnOffYourTV]

Its the best bait of all-time. All-Time.

[@paulmorgan3370]

Newby fisherman. Do you just call around your bait shops on the morning of fishing and ask what they go in live bait? I suppose it is always changing. Im familar with live shrimp. Have not tried anything else. Are bait crabs easy to get from bait shop. Tks.

[@ckwoutdoors]

Usually crabs are easy to get but it has been tough this here, at least in the Pensacola area. All the bait shops have been out. Shrimp work great, and crabs work even better if you can find them. Typically yes, just call around and see who has what before you drive all the way there to find out they have no live bait that day

[@paulmorgan3370]

@@ckwoutdoors thank you. That will help me. There are bridges near me and those oysters are all there. I'm going to do same thing. Can't wait. Thanks.

[@moldoe78]

That really was entertaining. I was rooting for you man, I felt so bummed when you lost those fish. I also like your bump board. What brand is it?

[@ckwoutdoors]

Thanks! It's a Rapala board

[@johnholmes6897]

Wow! That's a nice fish if you have to chase him too keep some line on your reel. Sorry you lost him Oysters can be rubber banded to the hook. Works well and it doesn't seem to ruin anything Put the oyster on the hook like normal, then use 1 orthodontal rubber band, used on braces, and place the band where it makes contact with the hook so the far end still flows so it looks natural. If you don't have access to rubberbands for braces go to staples and find one smaller than a dime and use it

[@jmpjag]

Stop struggling opening up the oysters. It's very common to see people attack the muscle upfront. That is the wrong way to open up an oyster. Find the "hinge" on the back of the oyster. Stick a flat object between the hinge. I usually use a screw driver. Twist and pry the 2 halves apart. The hinge comes apart like a hot knife through butter. No effort at all. Try it, it works! If you shell oyster for eating, use this technique. You'll be enjoying shucking oysters like never before. Add tequila, lime and a shot of tabasco. YUM!!!!

[@jahmalmorrison3366]

More videos buddy thank you love them all Keep them coming buddy

[@ckwoutdoors]

I certainly will keep them coming!

[@MrThebrianguy]

the white elephant in the video, not sure about FL but in AL just about every thing you did involving harvesting and possessing the oysters would be illegal. Still, great video. I will probably have to take the risk and try it ; )

[@almmalivree1918]

What fish and dept are you using the scan and see the fish

[@Horsewomann]

Still loving that 360 cam, so much that I plan on getting one with a scuba rated case soon. I don’t suppose you have an Amazon affiliate account so I can throw some money your way for suggesting the camera?

[@ckwoutdoors]

That is awesome, you will love it! The only thing I dislike about the dive housing for underwater shots is that the bottom of the case is visible. It isnt edited out like the monopod is (unless I just haven't figured it out, which is possible too...) so you just have to figure out how to hold the camera to get what you want without the dive housing in the shot (the visible portion is pretty small and easy to frame a shot around). Not a huge deal at all, just a learning curve. I will say that surprisingly editing the footage on the phone app is far easier than the computer software because on the phone you can move the phone around to look where you want to see in the shot, where as on the computer you have to use the mouse which makes it tricky. Just something Ive noticed! They are so cool and get some amazing shots! I dont have an Amazon affiliate account at the moment, but I appreciate the thought! I will most likely eventually set up a Patreon account for those who want to support the channel, but I just have not yet.

[@Horsewomann]

@@ckwoutdoors Very cool! Definitely let me know when you get the affiliate set up. I’m not in a huge rush to get the camera and I’m seriously considering the little GO 2, but it’s SO TINY, I’m afraid I’d lose it. Also I think 360 view would be amazing inside a shipwreck. I’m planning on taking it down to 120-130ft, so the case is definitely needed. I have a video on my channel I took with my GoPro 4 silver. The shakey cam drives me a bit nuts. Look for the Sandusky video if you want to see what Great Lakes shipwreck diving looks like.

[@ckwoutdoors]

@Karen Mann aka One Mann’s Hands crafts That is cool, I'll check it out! It would be amazing inside a shipwreck. I have stuck it down under the pilings a few times and got some pretty wild shots. I cant even imagine a shipwreck!

[@ckwoutdoors]

I have now created an Amazon Affiliate account. ckwoutdoors-20. Thank you for bringing up the Affliliate program. I looked into it, and it looks like a great opportunity! I hadn't heard of it before you brought it up.

[@Horsewomann]

@@ckwoutdoors you are very welcome. Several of the woodturners I follow on KZbin have them, and I thought it might be something that could work for you, too.

[@darrenmarsh11]

What time of the year where you getting the black drum

[@ckwoutdoors]

Fall-Spring seems to be the best. They are here in Pcola year round l, but when it gets boiling hot they seem a bit slower moving and feed slower too

[@darrenmarsh11]

@@ckwoutdoors thanks for the information it’s the same over here north of Jacksonville where I am at I been wanting to make a trip that way to do some fishing

[@kevincrowe2888]

Ahhhh man!!!! Great work! But comes with the territory ❤

[@MarkDJones-lv8dr]

Have you tried string or a hair net

[@lynnchapmon3144]

Is boiling the oysters to toughen them up as effective?

[@Airon79]

I used oysters and muscles for fishing several times , roughly an year or two ago , but don't remember having much luck . Sometimes I would wrap them up in pantyhose or I found out that if I left them on the grill way longer than usual they would come out rubbery which they usually wouldn't come off the hook when casting . Maybe in the near future I'll try some scallops since they are really firm or atleast when improperly cooked , I guess . Actually 2020 , 2021 , and first quarter of 2022 you might have seen me collecting oysters at boat ramps , Navy Point and 17th Avenue were my favorites . Collected so many oysters I would be surprised if thereare any keepers at these two locations left , ha ha ha . I might be back to oystering soon , though won't be at those locations but are looking into an paddleboard and have been thinking about fiberglassing the outside to increase its durability to gather from pilings. I'm thinking there might be some monsters at I-10 or Garson Point bridges .

[@centralscrutinizer76]

Epic battle with the drum .

[@DustyFishCo]

Solid video bro!

[@ckwoutdoors]

Thanks dude! I've learned so much since releasing this video too. I'll have a new in-depth how to catch sheepshead series coming out relatively soon, focusing on EVERYTHING sheepshead related!

[@LISTEN2THEMESSAGE]

AWESOME CATCH..YOU MAY WANNA USE SOME THIN ALASTIC STRING.,IT HELP KEEP THE CLAME BETTER ON THE HOOK. 👍🏽

[@jasonstewart1022]

Good video buddy 👍🏻 Question: you mentioned you had some sheepshead in the freezer...have you got any freezing sheepshead secrets? Fresh sheepshead is one of my favorites but I've noticed the few that I've frozen recently have had a fishy taste. I've been very careful to bleed them, never rinse with fresh water, and vaccum seal....just curious if you've found the same thing?

[@ckwoutdoors]

I haven't found the same thing vacuum sealing them, but I do have a tip to try. I've heard people say if you put them in a bag and fill it with water, then freeze it, they thaw out to be just as fresh as they were before freezing them. I have not personally tried it yet, but may work for you!

[@johnradomskijr9252]

A good friend showed a bunch of use the best solution I have ever found for fishy smell and that is to rise in a bowl of water with say about a 1/2 cup of white vinegar for maybe 10 second then rinse with tap water. This worked exceptionally well with a bag of frozen sea scallops that smelled terrible after defrosting we rinsed them 3 times in water and vinegar because during the first 2 rinses it looked blue similar to flour wax we learned later that this is from the brine they are soaked in before freezing to extend shelf life. I use this all the time now especially with store bought seafood that has been frozen and all most alway smells a little.

[@henryhawkins1194]

Yes, after cleaning fish. Put them in a zip lock freezer bag, fill bag with water and make sure all fish are covered with water then freeze. I've been doing this for over thirty years.

[@shrimp8004]

​@@ckwoutdoorsya I've freezed my fish n water all my life it does help an don't freezer burn as easy. Try grilling them with scales an skin on places scales down u get that alot at restaurants when u ask for gilled snapper if there out of snapper

[@bryanbree5915]

I use little mesh bags tied with bait floss

[@miamiwax5504]

Have u seen that mesh they put on the oysters so they don't come off the hook?

[@ckwoutdoors]

I have and have experimented with a few options so far. I've found that the plain oysters appear more natural and seem to do better, but I have a few more options to experiment with soon to see what works the best!

[@DashCamAdventures4U]

@@ckwoutdoors Have you tried the Fish Wrapping System where the company is located in Mossy Head Florida?

[@ckwoutdoors]

@ Clint's Outdoor Adventures Yes, I have actually communicated with them and have recently recieved some samples of their products, and plan to use it in an upcoming episode 😉

[@DashCamAdventures4U]

@@ckwoutdoors Cool! I hope they work for you and looking forward to the video!

[@floridasstokedfishing325]

Is this in Florida??? Cause man I love me some sheepyyyy

[@ckwoutdoors]

It is! It is filmed at Bob Sikes Bridge in Pensacola.

[@bartekdyszkiewicz1359]

Oysters for bait ---> Great Idea ----> Good fishing ----> Where's the PFD please tell me you're wearing one?

[@fishin2fit753]

NICE VIDEO 🎣 💪🏾

[@BayouATC_ATV_Life]

Clams work really good for sheepshead too!

[@michaelmendoza1049]

That's great to know cool good luck fishing 👍

[@robbiejohnson3698]

What size you and what brand great video thanks

[@royleeborn6445]

Good luck in your next Adventures.

[@ckwoutdoors]

Thank you, I appreciate that!

[@BigPoppieSeed]

Try heavy salt (I use Dimond Kosher) overnight in a zip lock bag and it will firm up the oyster meat ... it works for clams too.

[@teddyhadley3565]

Clams works just as well too 😀

[@ckwoutdoors]

Good to know, I'll have to give that I try next time. Thanks!

[@royleeborn6445]

What about threading like ghost shrimp?

[@ckwoutdoors]

I have heard that works quite well, but have not had a chance to try it yet!

[@sharksmith96]

Amazon sells elastic bait thread that you wrap around your bait. I bet it would be perfect for oyster's!!!!!

[@10actual]

Be sure to check local laws. Here in Texas the oyster beds were destroyed by hurricanes and folks re -,built them. I would buy some, probably shelled depending on current laws.

[@ckwoutdoors]

You can legally use them here in Pensacola as long as they are 3in in length.

[@afout07]

yep. in VA you absolutely cannot harvest any kind of oysters, mussels, clams from the wild. VMRC would have a field day if they caught you doing it

[@antfarmmining7824]

@@ckwoutdoors and as long as it's a open harvest area.

[@davidvance4139]

Do ya know Bird of Pray is a local company.. you can order directly from them and pick up at shop..alot better of a price as well

[@ckwoutdoors]

I did know that, that is why I use them almost exclusively! I started out with a carolina rig just because thats what I had on that line previously, but I LOVE the Bird of Prey jigs. Ill have to try ordering direct from them. Havemt done thay yet, I usually get them at Gulf Breeze or Outcast. Thanks for the info!

[@davidvance4139]

Same here.. I've had other companies send me their sheepshead jigs to try out... BOP jigs are my favorite.. hooks are super sharp, and pretty durable. If I'm using jigs it's BOP brand hands down

[@blaineparker8733]

Get some stretchy thread will help keep those soft oysters on the hook

[@JgreenBlack]

They have netting and fishing thread for that uou can make 2to 3 oyster sacks with an good juicy oyster

[@iseeyoublessed...8806]

Maybe you should try drying the oysters out in the sun so they stay on the hook better. They rehydrate in the water.

[@ronybiswas5324]

You should have to use heavy line and medium action rod for this type of location

[@ckwoutdoors]

Was using a medium-heavy rod. not much you can do when they get in the structure. its tricky because you have to use something light and sensitive enough to sense the light sheepshead bites. too heavy and theyll rob you before you know theyre there. Hooking up on the drum wasnt intentional, I was sheepshead fishing. the drum are just bycatch because they eat the same thing as sheepshead. is what it is

[@matthewmercer2477]

That's hard fishing. Big fish from a kayak is a challenge. I lost my last 2 big drum, it hurts sooo bad !

[@stedyone1090]

Very nice 👌 👍

[@johnnyearliwine6698]

I do believe you need to up grade too a little heavier tackle with all them big black drum around.. I do not like loosing big fish..

[@destingerr]

What about using supermarket bought oysters?

[@brocklanders9442]

those work as well when salted

[@jerrypatton7260]

What if you salted the oysters to toughing them up

[@charlesvannoy4145]

Idk about cheesecloth but try tan colored pantyhose cut into small squares. Thinner, softer and looks close to oyster flesh color. I've also tried small treble hooks like fishing for freshwater catfish with soft chicken liver or dough bait and get more hookups but you can easily pull the hooks if you have to muscle the fish away from the structure too hard.

[@r.n.a4031]

What gear/setup you using?

[@ckwoutdoors]

Medium/Heavy UglyStick 7'6", Shimano Sedona 4000 series reel, 30lb PowerPro Braid(yellow), 6-8ft leader of Seaguar 20lb flouro, Bird Of Prey 3/4oz sheepshead jigs.

[@r.n.a4031]

@@ckwoutdoors thanks man

[@OutdoorMishaps]

What kind of yak ya got?

[@dogduckchikin7588]

get a batou!!this fishing from a cayak is wak!!!

[@ckwoutdoors]

I love my kayak, which is why I do it. I think I'll keep it

[@banksmclain1806]

Good stuff. Awesome

[@kevincrowe2888]

Great video thank u

[@ckwoutdoors]

Thank you, and no problem!

[@Fishing1989]

Cá to , tiếc quá bạn hiền 👍👍👍

[@robertsteele8838]

Have you used those bags ?

[@fishingwithmontegabeaufort7017]

Love the video

[@ckwoutdoors]

Thank you, I'm happy to hear that!

[@RadReelingFishing]

Oysters are not legal to harvest in many SW Florida areas. It's good to check the laws before hand.

[@ckwoutdoors]

True that. I'm in Pensacola, it's legal in this area in the bay that I was in during that time of year. I checked before making this, ofcourse 😉

[@tinney2455]

Can’t go bear hunting with a switch bubba😂

[@ckwoutdoors]

Wut.

[@tinney2455]

@@ckwoutdoorslol it’s a old saying my grandpa always told me. Basically saying make sure you have big enough gear for what your fishing for.

[@ricksarris3090]

Have you tried bridal vail material. It used to work great for chicken liver fishing for catfish

[@bernardescobar6952]

Where is this at

[@kelvincapellan8876]

Thank you

[@Ahokieforlife]

I hate to be a downer, but it may be illegal to harvest oysters in certain spots in Florida. I believe that 3 mile and bob sikes are prohibited. Just an FYI for people who may get themselves an unexpected visit from FWC

[@ckwoutdoors]

I appreciate the concern. We looked into this before doing it in the last few videos, and certain areas are prohibited, like Escambia Bay, but the East Bay section of Pensacola Bay is open. Also a lot of the regulations seem to have to do with harvesting for consumption, and food safety, rather than using for bait. I certainly need to look into it more, but from the research I have done on FWC's website, in Pensacola Bay (excluding Escambia Bay) it is legal as long as they are 3" or greater. It is showing closed season as July 1st through Spetember 30th

[@todddejong4817]

Have you ever tried leeches. or Blood worms.

[@davidthompson371]

Drums love oysters

[@samirahaslet8227]

Do you ever worry something too big could tip you over?

[@ckwoutdoors]

No, not really. If you get into a really big one just keep the rod as centered in front of you as possible. The only risk really is if you're fighting a big fish off the side and leaning back the opposite way to get leverage, if that line suddenly snaps you immediately will fall backwards and could lose your balance if you're not expecting it. I just try to lean back into the seatback, rather than off to either side and I've never had an issue, and I've caught/hooked bigger fish than this one off the yak!

[@billanderson2217]

Try using a piece of "black pantyhose". Works best if they haven't been washed for several weeks. 😂😅😅... more scent works best! 😮

[@afout07]

Buy an oyster knife and save your hands from getting mangled. A cheapie oyster knife is like $5 or so. You find the hinge on the back part of the shell, usually its the part that the oyster has connected to whatever its stuck to. Stick the knife in there and then twist, the oyster will pop right open. Once you know what to look for, its very easy to spot the hinge and it is so much faster and easier than trying to smash them open

[@scottgreer9780]

Y'all do know you can buy them at the store? Straight out of the jar or can. Really simple.

[@afout07]

@@scottgreer9780 who buys oysters in a jar?

[@scottgreer9780]

@@afout07 those who wish to spend more time fishing. Instead of busting open oysters all day 🤔😉 give it a try feller.

[@afout07]

@@scottgreer9780 I'd rather have fresh bait

[@scottgreer9780]

@@afout07 naw it's fine. You should try it.

[@scottzipperer6146]

You may want to consider heavier tackle

[@vieuxacadian9455]

I use barnacles to catch Old goatface and save the oysters for supper .

[@bwizzle4194]

I got 17 last week on oysters. Largest 24"

[@ckwoutdoors]

Heck yeah! I think 24" is a trophy size in Florida. Nice job!

[@bwizzle4194]

@@ckwoutdoors Yea sr. Right in our backyard. Pensacola

[@ckwoutdoors]

@@bwizzle4194 Awesome!

[@shrekomus]

The red was heart breaking

[@timmcquerry6068]

"MatchTheHatch"...little fly fishing terminology😊

[@ckwoutdoors]

I grew up fly fishing actually!

[@thomasw7952]

Don't forget to make sure regulations allow you to legally possess oysters (for bait).

[@fredeb67]

Use a piece of squid with the oyster to help keep the oyster on.

[@dantheairboatman1234]

They do make an oyster knife

[@jerry60k]

used small cherry clams for years. Oysters and clams are money bait.

[@scottzipperer6146]

Check Florida law on oyster collection it may be illegal

[@iamhenryford9642]

Need heavier rod and reel line setups bro!

[@bassAssassin187]

they also like clams but I think oysters are better because that's what they are feeding on. They didn't get those crazy teeth to eat shrimp 🐑🤟❤️🐟 No offense intended but if you're going to be fishing wrecks and stuff like that you need to have 40-50 lb braided line minimum with a 60-80 lb leader. Don't have a lot of time to be able to horse the fish so you got to get what you can in the first 10 seconds. I'm just an idiot though 😂🤷

[@paulmorgan3370]

What size of rod/reel should one use?....40/50pdbraid and 60-80 leader...gotit.

[@afout07]

that is overkill for sheepshead. I use 10 or 15lb braid and a 15lb leader. I fish bridges just like this and I have caught some absolutely massive sheepshead, my best this summer is 12lbs. I dont usually have problems losing fish in the structure, you just have to know how to finesse them

[@bassAssassin187]

@@afout07 I completely understand your logic just a lot of places where I fish you got a horse amount fast and it just seems braided line works much better when you're trying to horse a fish because there's no stretch in the line obviously you can catch them on whatever if you're a good fisherman

[@afout07]

@@bassAssassin187 I use braided line

[@DuvalJag6]

Small hair rubber band and it’ll help keep them on better.

[@LatmaTVulpanstudent]

Have you ever recaught your lost gear on a fish? That would be wild to put in all that effort, lose the gear to the fish, then have the fish go for your bait a SECOND time!

[@ckwoutdoors]

I have actually had that happen several times! The only one I think I have on film is a sheepshead my buddy caught that had my hook in its mouth after breaking me off earlier in the day in the video I filmed in Destin!

[@alboogie74al]

@@ckwoutdoorsI'll use some fish string to secure the bait to the hook 👍🏾

[@johnholmes6897]

Be very very careful you don't cut yourself on the oyster shell. Oysters and clams will give you an infection almost immediately. Keep some good first aid stuff with you when you go out so you can clean a wound well.

[@ckwoutdoors]

This is very true! I've cut myself a few times but have been lucky so far. I've come a long way with fishing since this video and don't use oysters as much anymore, but I've gotten a lot better at using them when I do haha. Going back and watching this, I was so messy with them before 🤣

[@johnholmes6897]

@ckwoutdoors here's the odd part- in a die hard fisherman. I learned about the shellfish going thru culinary school. Lol. So far only 1 infection in my thumb. They cut it open and a swear my body was rotting from the inside out. God it stunk so bad.