Big Island Hawai'i Spearfishing Adventure with Friends - Kimi Werner - Forage, Catch and Cook

Kimi Werner visits the Big Island / Hawai'i Island to have an adventure with her spearfishing crew. They climb down cliffs, forage from the sea and cook up their catch at Perrin's birthday party for their community of family and friends.
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Cameras: Justin Turkowski, Perrin James, Kimi Werner, Justin Lee
Edit: Justin Turkowski
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[@206coconutz]

Honest. Authentic. Genuine. A life to admire. Mahalo for sharing this nugget of goodness during these challenging times.

[@kimiwerner]

Mahalo for seeing our hearts.

[@thiccfriedokra9189]

@@kimiwerner So ppl live on that coastline or is it public? If it's the former you have to be super rich....

[@filipalopes3690]

Such nice footage. I enjoyed all the details, especially this one of Kimi trying to use the wave to get out on the rocks. I personally spearfish in a rough rocky place here in Portugal and is also an important bit of the hunt, getting in/getting out in rough conditions.

[@kimiwerner]

That is my favorite part. I had no idea that the gopro could pick up my audio and I have no idea what I was saying until I watched it back! Getting out is always a bit nerve wracking for me!

[@vickykrugman-mendel5900]

love seeing buddy laying in the grass surrounded by all the sea life!!!

[@kimiwerner]

The circle of life! haha!

[@ntr-cptr7709]

Buddy such a trooper, you brought him along on the boat! Yea! Buddy!

[@kimiwerner]

He handled!

[@ntr-cptr7709]

I subscribed to your folks' channel and I find it entertaining and informative. And I really do enjoy your commentary style. Mahalo for sharing island culture with the world. God bless you and your Ohana. 🤙

[@Tres03]

Kimi!! This video was something special. I love seeing people experiencing the joy of Aloha ‘Āina and living in a way the ancestors would be proud of. Thanks for reminding all of us that community, family, and this beautiful earth bring the greatest happiness.

[@kimiwerner]

Love this message so much. Mahalo for celebrating what’s important!

[@DeloresMendiola670]

Friends turned to family is the greatest thing. Also love how Buddy is just chilling with the fish at the end😍 he is so cute!

[@thierrymeier5853]

Just woke up here in New Zealand and about to head out for a dive in good company myself - now I am extra stoked. I love the love and community that you guys share, as well as how much you cherish and appreciate it. Lots of love from NZ.

[@kimiwerner]

I love NZ!!! Thank you for appreciating ❤️

[@KloySnaehkaraoke]

@@kimiwerner I hope one day you would have/accept family vacation for a week just to get away from city and enjoy outdoor and the ocean breeze

[@3dandyrandy3]

So beautiful that motherhood has found Kimi!

[@youbikewithatube]

You look so happy with the little one and your family. Was also mentioning to my 10yr old son that you were a world champion spearfisher women and he was so impressed by that.

[@kingschannelph5117]

I really love that kind of community, a community that communicates, share, and have the same passion.

[@laurenchoe8136]

That community just looks so amazing. I hope someday I can find one like that too lol.

[@kimiwerner]

They are special ones!

[@CollectiveAlter]

I thought that to. I’m determined to find it one day 👌🏼🤙🏼

[@AlaskaPirates]

Lauren Choe Hawaii is amazing, I moved there from Alaska, and when I left I had hani ohana, it’s a really amazing place.

[@kevinkawamoto7322]

Nice video. That's what you call local food, the best kind. Onolicious when shared with great company. Home grown, diverse Hawaiian cultures grinds. No racism. Tight lines!

[@kimiwerner]

Paradise!!!

[@billgardyne7328]

I delighted in the respectful and connected way you hunted and prepared your catch. The simple and beautiful ingredients that underscored your final dishes had me salivating. Buddy is surrounded with love; lucky man. It is 30 years since I had the joy of experiencing the spirit of Aloha, and hope to return soon. 🙏 Greetings from Downunder. 🇦🇺

[@ukuslayer]

Amazing!!! So much fun and Beauty!!! Who dislikes a video like this!!!

[@MathPhilosophyLab]

I love "Be an Opihi" .. So epic. Many Blessings!

[@tuckamorecustomknives4550]

A true “hunters heart”...love, respect, love, respect, repeat. Thanks for sharing and caring.🤙🏻🐟

[@megangodinez]

This made my heart smile and my soul warm!!! I love it!!!

[@kimiwerner]

Makes my heart happy too! Mahalo!

[@josephgomes8543]

I laughed at that last framed shot with Buddy and the fish. Great video and the food makes me nearly drool.

[@biggmakkofficial]

I stumbled across this video and was super stoked when I saw Justin in it. Big fan of Meyers and Justin. Anyways, what an epic adventure this was. This momma can dive and would probably outdive Justin and Meyers too.

[@davemccormick6352]

Love seeing the community come together and respecting the nourishments from the mountain to the sea. And of course, Buddy, sooo cute. Thank you for sharing, Kimi!

[@kimiwerner]

Thank you so much for this beautiful comment! And for appreciating our respect (and buddy's cuteness!)

[@candicekraemer2037]

The static of the ocean is the most calming sound. I will never get tired of hearing it.

[@kimiwerner]

same!

[@sharkfinn8091]

I’m in awe how you long you can hold your breath.

[@xuleba1]

Your wisdom makes me emotional! When you talk about nature looks like nature it self is talking to me! You are teaching the wolrd what happines is all about! During of this period of epidemic of depression your way of look and live the life is helping quite a lot of people. From all my Heart Eric ;) when you come to Rio de Janeiro/Brasil tell me and i you show you the best hikes, waterfalls, rockclimbs and of course pristine dives in the deep blue and under water caves with abundant biodiversyty and clear water ! Hope one day you come to enjoy the Marvelous City! I think you will feel home because in some ways here remember Hawai! Aloha

[@annettebertora4434]

Kimi is one of the greatest female free diving hunter EVER !!!!!!! Like to have one of you photo with signature for the diving club.

[@AlaskaPirates]

Pig back straps! And that massive bowl of poke! I can’t tell you how full of nostalgia this made me.

[@takeadeepbreath6053]

Awesome time with friends. Our world need to learn to make more time for this❤️

[@kimiwerner]

Thanks for seeing the deeper message about harmony and this world!

[@TenAcreWoodDoodles]

That's the kind of party I'd like to crash... and contribute to! Thanks for sharing your adventures!

[@genecundith1767]

So so inspiring. Thank you for holding the spirit of aloha strong and for having such an incredible crew of friends

[@ahmadtaufiqhamzah9718]

Okay that's funny where you left Buddy's stuff at home 😂😂🤦‍♂️ next time pack mommy's thing together with Buddy's! What a great dive crew you have. And the community, just wow! Amazing! Lots of love for your family from Malaysia 🙂

[@kimiwerner]

I will try that! Maybe pack with the dive gear! 😆

[@fishhunter348]

I want to live somewhere like that where people are happy and life is simple! Love the vibes in all your vids!

[@kimiwerner]

Finding the right tribe is everything. We don't always get to hang out but when we do, it's always a great time!

[@BzBushy]

I LOVED every minute! ❤️❤️❤️ That reggae at the end just hit right. ✨

[@Melody_520]

Amazing community. I love the positivity you guys all radiate.

[@dancer4ever125]

All the fun shots of Buddy in these videos always make me smile :) What a special community and beautiful way to harvest your food together! Great job Kimi and Justin!

[@kimiwerner]

Thanks for loving Buddy and yes, harvesting together is the best part!!

[@sivARTworks1]

Emotions of pure joy from watching this! Thank you all for being such humble people and sharing with the world to see all of your combined greatness. This video is what I took away from my first ever trip to Hawaii. The culture of family, Ohana, and the locally harvested food being shared in the elements and around one another is the essence of life itself. Harvesting is great and the hunt is too, but to me its about sharing it with those around you who mean the most! One day I would love to join you and your family for a meal! Mahalo!

[@caseymaze]

Such a beautiful perspective on the whole thing. You guys all have such mellow chill peaceful movement and it just makes me wanna go again soon!!! Thanks for the share.

[@wade4747]

Straight to the food, cut the middle man... much respect and Aloha

[@alexandramiller8467]

This was amazing to watch! Adventure, wholesome family times, friends, food and an amazing perspective of the deep that not many are able to see 😍😍🐟🐟🐠🐠

[@kimiwerner]

Mahalo for enjoying!

[@allan_bomb]

I'm really thinking about moving Oahu this year because you've been inspirational. Mahalo.

[@DiabloSpearguns]

Such a wonderful video. Smiling ear to ear

[@dorthymcbride3384]

I watch you over and over cause you and your ohana make me so happy during quarantine...dob1954...date of laughing, sharing, loving in quarantine...for one year now!! Mahalo! Hugs and kisses to buddy...I was born on oahu and now in Washington state...maybe you should come here for Dungeness crab and prawns!!! Yeah!🤗😎

[@mijomijo5997]

I feel something special in this video kimi! Love, sharing, good vibes, authentic friendship and happiness in ur eyes when u freedive with the crew... Great and special video thanks 👌

[@kimiwerner]

I'm so glad you can feel it!!! Thank you for tuning in. This was a special weekend for sure!

[@Buddhafish]

I love the Aloha spirit you all show in these videos. Great food, friends, and family! Thank you for sharing this with us!

[@kimiwerner]

That is exactly what I should've titled this! It really is all about Aloha!

[@castandspear]

Amazing video Kimi! I love how you continue to show the authentic love of the ocean, animals, and community.

[@dwaynekeyes5]

Glad you got to go dive Kimi, you have a beautiful family and friends. Great video, hope people watch it and learn the heart of the islands. Thank you for this!

[@PeterOlsonSD]

Another great video. So cool to watch you in your element! Also... Buddy has THE BEST facial expressions!

[@kimiwerner]

It felt soooo good to get back out there!!

[@ericcruzstealth]

Love the smiles, u guys look truly happy

[@jillnicholls1813]

I wish one day I get to dive with this beautiful, strong, and successful team... Love it❤

[@rivermungall6374]

Love seeing all you guys get together. And all the family and babies too.

[@user-mt8ci9mq4d]

Watching this brought a smile to my face because It made think of the fun times I had in Hawaii and I got to say it made when want to move out there, not only does the food makes me miss Hawaii but most importantly the people : ) Aloha from Cali . I will forever have so much love for Hawaii.

[@Dancer4evanyc]

I love watching how sustainably you live your lives. It’s a lot of work but it’s so worthwhile.

[@kimiwerner]

unquestionably worth while!

[@AlaskaPirates]

I just found your channel, and it really brings back memories from when I lived on the big island. I miss it every day.

[@shotgunaaron]

That was just awesome... What a meal... shared with both friends and family. So jealous. PS That dive suit you are wearing makes you invisible Kimi!... Literally... Thanks for posting as always. :-)

[@kimiwerner]

Riffe International makes some great camo! Thank you so much for watching!

[@lifeinasia4769]

What an amazing island. I want to go there. I enjoy this video a lot.♥️

[@usayolo3836]

This Justin Lee is being seen in all Hawaii spear fishing vids. Look/sounds like this dude might be one of the top spearfishers in the World and don’t even know it. Do your thang man!

[@jeromemarasigan5067]

I love the unity❤️ Everyone shares their food from land and sea. It's really amazing! I want to experience that. God bless everyone of you!

[@csmats5374]

Excellent closing shot to a great video! The camo wetsuit is a trip.

[@salirhodes5585]

I love your recipe videos so much, but this video just put a smile on my face! So genuine and beautiful to see!

[@kimiwerner]

thank you! more to come :)

[@mzzulueta]

Buddy with the fishes in the end is EVERYTHING

[@Muzicman-ut3jr]

New to Kimi’s channel! I love it! So refreshing watching her lifestyle and foods she makes from the sea

[@BentengFishing]

Wow Amazing. Compact family. 👍 May Always be happy 🙂🙏

[@thealaskanyeti3534]

Awesome video, awesome food, and awesome people. 10 out 10 for sure.

[@CollectiveAlter]

Oh my goodness what an epic video, had a smile on my face literally the whole time. Then the end with the baby surrounds by beautiful fish his parents caught was incredible!! 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼 Mahalos for an incredible vid. J Lee must be an amazing friend and dive partner. Cheers!!

[@peterharman1370]

love it,great group of friends and family and a really nice meal,can't ask for more.

[@kimiwerner]

Best things in life

[@peterthermocline]

SEA+GOOD SOULS+ BONDING=PRICELESS CAMARADERIE TO BEHOLDEN🔱

[@jacopofasolo6018]

Thank you, Kimi. Your videos are a mind medicine in such a dark period! Greetings from Italy

[@jadezillamanila7]

Buddy is quite possibly the cutest baby on planet earth

[@peterniess8000]

Such an entertaining video! More! ha ha

[@laurinasebaklim8860]

I admire you Kimi! Great video!

[@DeepBlueandBeyond]

Great video, such great content Mahalo for sharing! I also love your love of the ocean and family & friends!

[@ccarterrun]

You are awesome Kimi- love seeing your cute family. Thanks for sharing your amazing experiences with us! Please keep sharing!

[@kimiwerner]

Thank you so much! We will! We definitely have more family adventures in store!

[@alex0589]

Great images, great vibes, great group. Nicely done yall, for all of it.

[@kimiwerner]

Thanks so much!

[@GCC808]

Thank you for sharing ❤️. Makes me miss and appreciate home in Hawaii even more.

[@kimiwerner]

It is such a special place.

[@fijician6307]

Make it look so easy! You’re an inspiration.

[@zeros_knives_and_bushcraft.]

Having never seen the ocean in person. This video is truly magical!

[@markreaves5331]

Really enjoyed this, thanks!

[@nateperaccini8912]

Great video! Please consider making a bts and video gear process video.

[@kimiwerner]

I'll pass this request to Justin!

[@Original_fat_cat]

Very cool and awsome. Nice dives. Don't think I could hold my breath past 20secs...

[@Kau75]

Watching you folks reminded me of our days 30 years ago spear fishing all of the Ka’u coast line... Mahalo for a great posting 👏👏👏😎🌈🤙🏽

[@kimiwerner]

Reminds me so much of growing up and watching my dad and uncles do this on the north shore of Maui!! Makes my heart so happy to continue this with friends and family!

[@LaUrAadventureSeeker]

It was so much fun to watch. I ❤️ everything about this video. It is raw, real and down to earth. One of my dreams is to learn how to spear a fish. It is such a satisfying feeling and an accomplishment to catch your own food, or to forage and grow it. Mahalo for sharing your experience 🙏

[@Kanehoa32]

Love the video and all that you talk about opens peoples eyes and makes me really grateful for the ocean and the memories that come along with fishing and diving thank you 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾 to all of you #inspiration

[@jodyfitzpatrick2588]

It's so soothing to the soul to watch..I love watching

[@midwestplacoderm3355]

Awesome video! Thanks for discussing harvest ethics of spearfishing as well. Take only what you will use. Way to go!

[@josecalderon8690]

God bless you !! You guys are amazing !!

[@GreysonHaskellTV]

“bye buddy i hope u find your dad”😂 love the elf reference

[@pinkysperfectpets]

isn't this a nemo reference? lol

[@nihga67890]

@@pinkysperfectpets no elf reference

[@AK2HI]

i can't wait for my salmon season to be done and i can go back to hana, thanks for videos to keep me motivated

[@ashleymorrasimota9036]

You’re an inspiration! Somehow each video is better than the last. Mahalo!

[@kimiwerner]

This was a really fun one!

[@michaelcrabtree2939]

Kimi that's awesome to have friends on the big island that you can just go dive with and shoot fish. Looks like a fun adventure. Waters amazing and nice footage. Keep up the great work.

[@kimiwerner]

Thank you so much!

[@MsZafira02]

Love the intro!! Lots of love from your biggest fan from mauritius island

[@kimiwerner]

Thank you so much!!!

[@mayadiaz9132]

Awesome video! Buddy is so cute!!

[@wadeenns3326]

Some awesome hunting footage! Also, has parents, you guys are troopers! Great job.

[@tmongkhon08]

This a beautiful ❤️ watching everyone come together makes me miss my family in Kauai. Mahalo

[@MTB_Rider_96]

All that food looks amazing! I love that you fully appreciate the wild harvest the land and sea provides. Aloha!

[@kylebates416]

Ya'lls so rad! Keep up that good life!

[@paulnokio1199]

Looks like you had a very blessed trip, thanks for sharing!

[@kimiwerner]

It still makes my heart smile!

[@cynthiacheng5857]

That last shot was so adorable 😍

[@irenabliss]

Mahalo for sharing Kimi! 😊 ❤️ Love the friendship dive (& be like 'opihi : ). Buddy's so sweet in the fish circle : ) Good times!

[@sparcousa]

Blessed to be surrounded with a great community doing the things you love, living life to the fullest 😊

[@kimiwerner]

So blessed. So grateful.

[@DumpsterMarcus]

Just subbed about a week ago and LOVE the channel!!! Been bindge watching when running at the gym 🤙

[@Hawaiian80882]

Mahalo's for sharing Kimi, always a joy.....

[@patrickgambsky6290]

Awesome dive ♥️ great family time is what Hawaii is all about food family and fun. God bless 🙏 😇🤙