No Expectations

[@jgiebz]

Never stop narrating your dives. It’s the highlight of all your videos.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear that 🙏

[@peterthacher8911]

Aaron, I have been diving since the 1960's and stopped last year when I hit 74. During that time I have never had anyone explain, in words and pictures, the proper techniques of getting cheeks and collars off a grouper, let alone your other instructions for cleaning fish without messing up a good fish. Great training material for a diver AND a fisherman. You have a great nack for explaining how to do things. Your natural casual manner really comes across. You could incorporate a lot of your videos into training material. As a fellow Floridian, Thanks for doing what you do!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

can't thank you enough for the kind words! really do appreciate that, starting to learn I really enjoy teaching at 33 years old. better late than never!

[@anthonygange1386]

🗣Keep Diving!! there's gold down there🤟🇬🇺...🪙💰w👀w

[@theoffgridtravelers7316]

Yup, he does a great job teaching too.

[@Cyndi_Bertsch]

​@@KeyWestWaterman you have a natural ability. A knack that even most teachers don't posess.

[@itsmebrix7351]

I FUCKING LOVE WHAT YOU JUST SAID AT 1:30.... You're filming what you're doing, you're not filming things that other people want. This is a real KZbin channel.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha Just being honest! bringing everyone along, thanks so much for watching!

[@patrickvanpraet5487]

Haha nice came to the comments to say exactly that 😁

[@ElijahoutdoorAdventures]

Hey Arron i like how you narrate over the dives without music and keep the natural sound of the ocean during the dive keep it up

[@KeyWestWaterman]

always appreciate feedback!

[@thearrtofwarr719]

Not epic… ANOTHER epic…

[@AngryGRMN56]

You deserve so many more subscribers than you have. You make this stuff look easy! These videos are awesome and no matter how many you put out we will be here to watch.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

I appreciate that! getting there slowly but surely!

[@VernBigDaddy]

Stick with what is working. Sub Explosion Eminent!

[@Dornosliw]

How funny I was going to same the same thing about making it look easy. Staying calm around the sharks to get the right shot and the butchering was nice to. Of course butchering is a lot easier when you shoot trophy fish. 😂

[@MrJeepar]

agreed

[@rickshearer6359]

Your so right...I've been encouraging everyone to subscribe and like...even go back and hitting the like button on all his vidios.....

[@mikecheston4580]

I don’t get tired of your narrations under water. I live vicariously through you

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoy them! thanks so much!

[@sergsancho3606]

Aaron: "I consider myself a fairly mellow individual." Yah no kidding....retrieving a wounded fish with sharks all around and your pulse never raises. 😆You got ice in your veins. Love this episode!!!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

😂 from all those ice naps!

[@Southfloridabeekeeperdiaries57]

6pm Monday. My favorite part of the day when I get to watch an amazingly caring and ethical outdoorsman doing what I love. Always a great learning experience. Thank you Aaron.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks so much 🙏

[@J.KeithNoonan]

This is one of my favorite episodes! Great shooting Aaron!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Love to hear it!

[@bossboucek7186]

I just started watching a few weeks ago and this is my favorite channel ever! Thanks for the awesome content and keep it up 🤙

[@iamremy-kl3xm]

You said that about DMFD channel

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha love to hear that! thanks so much 🙏

[@justaguywhoplaysfalloutsom1104]

Same here

[@rattypoopdeck7898]

Aaron, Peter hit the nail on the head! You are truly a natural on camera. Great video! 85' huh...IMPRESSIVE!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha still feel awkward just don't care anymore! do appreciate it though! thanks so much for watching!

[@specfisherrs750]

your technics are 10/10 one of the best free divers in florida killing it!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

🙏

[@Christian_Tango_Christ]

Really great job on that recovery dive and Black at the end. 👏👏👏

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thank you!

[@ravennelson827]

You are fisherman and know the best cut's, thank you for the invite for an old fisherman to come along. Blessings on you and your's my new friend...

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Glad you enjoy it! Thanks so much for watching!

[@rickowens6238]

Don't need/want no steeeeenking music. If I want music, I can find it. I tune in to watch you. I like knowing what you are thinking and hearing what you say. Screw a bunch a music!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha love to hear it! thank you sir!

[@slipperybeastaviationfishingsh]

Great Video Aaron. Great weather and visibility. Amazing under water footage and editing. Crazy with all those shark and paying taxes all on video. Those videos are better and better. Thank you very much for sharing. i enjoyed it fully as usual.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks so much as always!

[@brucemcclary3260]

Great videos,well done although not a fan of all the fish killing going on,just me,are you a sportsman or commercial?

[@therealseansingleton]

AP's!!!!!! No freaking way!!!! Talk about a delicious fish. You sure made up for your slow days today my man. Great video brother. Tight lines! Snappin spines!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

never gets old seeing them! thanks for watching!

[@patrickboeing8521]

Thanks for putting the fish out as quick as possible!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

I wouldn't do it any other way! thanks for tuning in!

[@joe5st817]

This is my go to on Monday evening after 6, look forward to the new episodes. Keep the underwater narration going, 100x better than a music track. At the rate your growing I’ll guess your KZbin silver button comes in 4-6 weeks 😁 keep up the quality down to earth videos, love them! Best wishes from Michigan.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear it! and idk what a silver button is but it sounds fun! thanks so much for tuning in!

[@javierpiriz8567]

You are the best my friend taking that Grouper surrounded by sharks big cojones buddy 👍👍👍🤙🤙

[@KeyWestWaterman]

easy as pie!

[@jackpepper2501]

Awesome memorable day of spearfishing. Thank you for sharing the great beautiful blue.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Thanks for watching!

[@MEGA_SOKO]

24:56 - Clams surely looks BUSTED! LMAO! :) Fun video, thanks as always.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

😂

[@ddeaae]

We enjoy you seem like a straight up & as is guy. Our kids love your videos and hopefully on day to visit. As always stay safe.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Love to hear that. Thanks so much for watching 🙏🏻

[@bradley-klamp]

Am I the only one trying to hold my breath for as long as these guys do?

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha love to hear it!

[@reydawg0932]

Great illustrations, very detailed and informative. Wonderful vid. Get them fish!!!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoyed it!

[@davegriggs3863]

Another great post.....very relaxing.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thank you sir!

[@williammaag2619]

Yes!!! Way to cure my case of the mondays!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha happy to!

[@cluelessinthekeys1099]

I learn something every time. We caught some Flag Yellowtail yesterday and I was having trouble braining the fish. I think I had the wrong angle. Getting less clueless with every video. Thank you very much.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

you'll get it! thanks for watching!

[@samborhodes473]

Awesome video, like all the others I've seen. Also, timing is everything, like when you surfaced while your buddy was peeing off the other side of the boat! That's about as real as it gets.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha!

[@Seven_Craig]

Another great one! Brother thank you for your take on grouper cheek an collaring! Blackened grouper cheeks make for some great tacos. Keep it up!!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoyed it! thanks so much for tuning in!

[@jimquilon7769]

Cool video, you're doing a absolutely great job as a narrator. Keep up the good work and of course your living the dream we wish to do some fine day.🎣🐟🐟🐟

[@KeyWestWaterman]

im trying! thanks so much!

[@joeyystaxx]

The underwater sections are my favorite!!!!!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

happy to hear that! thanks for the feedback!

[@vincentmangeaux9419]

Well done as always Commentary is how I honed my technique do not stop 🤙🤙🤙

[@KeyWestWaterman]

always appreciate feedback!

[@vincentmangeaux9419]

@@KeyWestWaterman check out Branden Sharron reminds me very much of your channel

[@theoffgridtravelers7316]

You could tell Brandon doesn't trust those sharks like you do. Great video! Great teamwork..

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Haha yea little less time in the water!

[@stormbaker518]

Love the style of vids don’t change nothing your doing for anyone we enjoy watching you do you

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks so much 🙏

[@gkny4045]

The way your sub count is rising , I wouldn’t be to concerned about us getting bored. Keep doing what you do. It’s unique and very interesting content.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha love to hear it!

[@likeitornotbut5900]

Boy it seam's I stumbled across a gold piece with this channel. I have fished\speared my whole life but i'm learning something from every video of yours I watch. thanks

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear you enjoy it! thanks so much for watching!

[@awKtn32-_-]

Fellow Aaron here Just found your channel! Love it! I’ll live vicariously through you until I can make my move to the keys! Thanks for the great content!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Love to hear it! Thanks so much!

[@TheMickybutler]

It's always a joy to watch such high quality videos, from you. Thank you, Arron.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Thanks so much!

[@PatchMountainOutdoors]

Flying in tomorrow from Maine! Two weeks of fishing! Can't wait! Love the channel!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

enjoy! thanks for tuning in!

[@troyhutchinson615]

I have never been diving but damn this makes me wanna try. Going 70 feet down on just ur own air is so cool I love these videos

[@KeyWestWaterman]

its a ton of fun!

[@margekaralis6127]

Outstanding. I was mesmerized watching you hunt amongst the sharks. You make us smile, watching you in your element. Learned alot, again. Thanks Aaron.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear that! thanks for watching!

[@freewillmusic808]

In Hawaii, what you call “nerving” we call “spining”. Same same. Hitting the spine, paralyzing the fish, but not killing it. Great vid! 🤙🏼

[@KeyWestWaterman]

yup! a lot of times I see it happen without even hitting the spine, who knows! thanks for tuning in!

[@VernBigDaddy]

“We don’t always get’em” - wise words that can be applied to many aspects of life.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

amen!

[@PSSKDerby]

Great video Dibs! That’s some beautiful fish you guys caught.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoyed it! def were!

[@lewisspeed3041]

Woke up this morning humming your intro,and then boom,an epic video to go with it…your channel is growing a lot,and I hope everyone gets as addicted to as I am…happy fishing buddy

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha thats amazing 😂 thanks so much!

[@lewisspeed3041]

@@KeyWestWaterman sure thing

[@sloughagusmezera2053]

Dido. Cometary. And. Music. Keep up. With the videos Lived in marathon. Years. Ago

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks for the feedback!

[@slipweasel]

I just found this channel. Just wanted to say we’ll done. Excellent work and thank you for your time.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

welcome to the channel, love to hear you enjoy it!

[@jeffreymelle8863]

Loving the instructional content, learning so much, thanks. Keep it up.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

happy to hear it!

[@DoorPro3667]

Remember boys and girls, give it the Aaron. BBGI It’s better for the fish and better for the fish.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha love that! thanks for watching as always!

[@randombudd1429]

As always, one of the best! Another great vid to watch and you'll get to learn more as well. Cheers kwwm😁 can't wait for the one 😊

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks so much!

[@SaltyLocs]

The water is so calm, great dive!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

was a beautiful day!

[@meatmaster1560]

Aaron, Beautiful video! I’ve said it many times but I really love your no-nonsense, chill style. The voiceover is so much more engaging than the typical music sound track and your videos are always educational. Thank you for sharing with us!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Love to hear that! Always appreciate any feedback!

[@jorgegorina8358]

🙌🏼 wow those African Pompanos, awesome!!!!!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks for watching!

[@SeabassAdventures]

One of my favorite channels on youtube! Great video man those were some giant AP's

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear it! thanks so much as always!

[@mikegolembieski8329]

Gosh man, ya know I found your page maybe 3-4 days ago and I literally feel like I’ve watched all your videos. I got diagnosed with epilepsy a few years ago and ever since then I’ve become kinda obsessed with saltwater life and the crazy Reef ecosystem. It just blows my mind the life underwater, especially in saltwater. Love the videos and channel. The narration of the dive is great by the way. Love the channel brother!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

really happy to hear you enjoy the channel! love to share my adventures, thanks so much for tuning in!

[@noahwalter4155]

Dude you are awesome man, keep living the dream man and stay doing great don’t let any negativity hold you back from greatness! Keep putting these videos out there brother!.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Really appreciate the kind words! 🙏🏻

[@redbullrich]

The narrations are great .. it allows us too share in the experience and attempt to see what you see or understand .. thank you

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoy them!

[@jake9705]

15:10 -- Absolutely beautiful fish! You made me nervous diving around your buddy's line while the fish was going crazy but all's well that ends well 😂

[@KeyWestWaterman]

as long as the line is taut is not as big of a deal but still have to be careful!

[@joeruger5858]

Awesome video, Aaron. I caught myself holding my breath a couple times watching this

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha I love that!

[@jedsellers]

Man, great break today form the construction grind with clients to watch. Great that you continue to keep it real!!!! I can't wait to get back down to the keys!!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear it! thanks so much for watching!

[@ThaiNguyen-wg3uy]

I’ve only recently have the pleasure of visiting Florida Keys, already planned another trip this summer. All of your videos has been extremely educational for me, thank you so much and keep it up!!!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

so happy to hear that! thanks for watching!

[@toddwesley4352]

Love Your Catch n Cook Videos . Peace From Kentucky

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Love to hear it thanks so much!

[@johnhicks2974]

I really enjoy your videos, free diving like that is something I no longer attempt at 63y/o But that clear water and watching you guys working together, it brings back some great memories, thanks

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Love to hear that! Thanks so much for tuning in!

[@WesLovelace]

I just call them Grouper Throats and I've been chewing on those for years.... Never throw one away and those Pomps how sweet is that😎👀!!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

yup! many different names! delicious either way!

[@mario.assaad]

Most enjoyable video!! Also I ordered a T-shirt and I tried it on the water 2 days ago - very comfortable and cool looking!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks so much for the support 🙏

[@DarronSmithBahamianMillionaire]

I totally enjoy your dive videos and the under water naration. Kep up the great videos and it was such a clear and great day for diving!!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear it! thanks so much for watching!

[@danielguess-stollman640]

love ur vids+ you should keep the commentary its awesome hearing ur thoughts on each dive!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

always appreciate feedback!

[@samanthabrady2557]

I just recently started watching your channel and love it. I love the voice over with you explaining everything. It is way better than the old videos with the music

[@KeyWestWaterman]

really love to hear it! thanks so much for tuning in!

[@dustinkinard4032]

Make any Monday good with key west waterman! 🎉

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha love to hear it!

[@ericlarson3629]

Another good one! The APs were a great surprise

[@KeyWestWaterman]

always a pleasant surprise!

[@ericlarson3629]

What is the best time for a charter down there? Snapper,grouper,whahoooos

[@RippingLips23]

You paralized it bro👌💪, straight made it INVALID😁

[@KeyWestWaterman]

lol

[@JJ-gd7gf]

Nice dive Aaron. It's great you have a fish house that lets you sell the body and keep the heads. There's a lot of great meat on the head of a large grouper.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

they actually use them for the most part, this was a leftover head from a charter I had the next day!

[@anewlookatlurestopwaterpop5466]

Good job love the dive and the big fish.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoyed it 🙏

[@dwboat8]

love your videos, especially when you and Gabe get around each other you never know what's going to happen, you also have a lot of great information for others to learn or see another view on how to do something, love the catch and cook they are always awesome. Keep up the great Adventures.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoy them! thanks so much for watching!

[@coloradokoolaid]

one of the best channels on youtube, absolutely

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoy it!

[@ethannegron2082]

Pretty work Capt, Ive been watching for a while and I enjoy the hell out of these videos. I charter out of port Canaveral and I could only dream of that clean water brotha. Thanks for keeping it real and keep killing fish!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear it! and I grew up fishing the port. been some time, sad to see how much it's changed.

[@nickp2061]

Hi Aaron, I don’t know if this has been mentioned yet, but what you are likely hitting when you “nerve” a fish are the otoliths in the vestibular system of the fish. This controls balance in fishes(and humans) and are located behind the brain.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

no ones mentioned that before, everyone says i'm hitting the spine. but there are time I very clearly don't hit the spine I've always said its something else but never knew what it was. I appreciate the info!

[@johnnorris8849]

You have the best channel man I’ve said it before but truly I don’t even spearfish yet thoroughly enjoy the diving and spear n cook videos…. I am an avid fisherman so your reach goes deep man! Continue to do great work I try to share you YT page to as many people Ik that appreciate good fishing channel’s.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear that! and can't thank you enough for the support!

[@chrisbickett3232]

Just had an opportunity to catch up on several of the shows! This one was in my opinion one of the best. Really shows some very important details on how to spear fish, safety buddy, shark management, gun control, etc. Will be spending a bunch of time in Key West over the winter. Will definitely book a trip!!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear you enjoyed it! thanks so much!

[@kimdavis2508]

Omg this is soo interesting Aaron. Don’t mind me but I hold my breath off and on through the whole video. You are very brave! Lol I wouldn’t even get on the boat lol I’m just amazed at all of this. I really appreciate and enjoy being able to watch you diving from my chair/bed safely. Your awesome. You definitely know what your doing! You ROCK!! Thank you 😊

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Haha love it! Glad you enjoy the vids!

[@Hookechoandline]

My man, you are genuine as it gets on youtube and it is easy to see. Found the channel a few days ago and just started binge watching. Keep it up

[@KeyWestWaterman]

welcome to the channel and thanks so much!

[@brianfischer4422]

Thanks for the collar tips! Much easier than what I was doing.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

happy to help!

[@danielnoble1458]

Great content man! It’s great to have a true spearo sharing so much knowledge. Awesome narration!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoy it!

[@danparks3799]

We really enjoy your channel. I've been watching for a good while and went back and watched the others I missed. A while back Those blackened snapper and grits looked great. Hopefully we can make it to key west in the future. Stay safe.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

we are having grouper and grits tonight! haha too funny, thanks so much and Glad you enjoy the vids!

[@bradjones9634]

Another great video of real experience. Thank you

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks for watching!

[@petewebster2860]

Great video man. I learn something new every time and wish I was there. Thanks Aaron

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear it! thank you!

[@ameraboukhadra7618]

Once again a great video. Too bad that the tax man collected from your friend but it is key to never leave a fish dangling. The African Pompano are great to eat but they sure put up a tough fight. Thanks for the video.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

yup! thats why I preach it! thanks for tuning in!

[@comfortablynumb9342]

Banger video, again! Those AP's were super cool.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thank you sir!

[@alexsocha9379]

Another good one! Thanks for the education at the end!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks for watching brother!

[@AlanL007]

Aaron, I really enjoy your channel. I used to dive and fish out of Saint Petersburg, and an annual keys trip. You present some great content I wish I knew back then. When I get the chance I will reach out for a fishing charter.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear it! thanks so much

[@qisasclear4057]

Thank you for sharing your passion with us Aaron. I just recently stumbled upon your channel and it’s safe to say I’m hooked!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoy it! thanks so much!

[@floridaman5411]

Watching you idle out really brings me back. I did the Swim Around Key West about ten years ago and that was one of the coolest parts of the swim!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thats amazing!

[@LAVIDADELAZ]

Love spearfishing man love your video’s awesome spearguns.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thank you for watching!

[@wrightackle1]

So good to see people utilizing the cheeks and throats. You and the clam cooker do a great job of educating people. The head meat is way tastier than the fillets which are kind of bland.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

they really are amazing! just trying to do our part! thanks for watching!

[@vajazzlerthis]

Always a pleasure watching your videos. As for suggestions just keep doing what you enjoy if it becomes forcing yourself to film it's less enjoyable for all parties.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks so much! 🙏

[@ryanmoeller3308]

I wish I could afford to live in Key West!! I'm a Helicopter Mechanic by trade and I'd love to be down there and fish with ya! Keep up the GREAT work good sir! Much respect and support from Yuma, AZ. 👍👍

[@KeyWestWaterman]

I couldn't afford it either! all about the want to! glad you enjoy the videos, thanks so much for tuning in!

[@jinsvi]

Great job. Most people don't or won't eat the cheeks or collars but the meat is very tasty.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Some of the best!

[@hecmen7298]

Dibbs I always tell my younger family and friends this “you know how you know you’re getting old? You start making noises every time you move“ 😂 peace & love brother.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

lol but seriously!

[@Bigrigjeff]

Great video! Video explanation’s are fantastic! Keep them coming!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

more on the way!