SOLO Spearfishing Adventure: MONSTER Catch on a Remote Island (Boat Camping 48 hours)

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[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Just to clear up my comment on Commercial fishing as have had a few people messaging me not happy about it: Perhaps my voiceover/wording came across wrong. Here is my take on commercial fishing: There is definitely a place for commercial fishing. People who say we should ban commercial fishing are just silly. Not everyone is able to go and catch their own food for a variety of reasons and take a look at the shoes on your feet, the clothes you wear, the car you drive, the house you live in. Basically everything in our society and modern lives have an impact on the environment. Do you want to ban everything? It's just not viable. When I said along the lines of 'due to commercial over fishing' It was a poor blanket summary. There are a whole lot of commercial fishermen out there doing things the right way, but it's the bigger commercial guys for example the barbaric bottom trawling methods etc and the outdated quota management system which has and is still causing destruction. I don't mean to bag the commercial guys as they are just out there trying to put food on the table for their family in the same way I am making youtube videos is some aspects. The system needs to change along with the recreational fishermen who have also abused fish stocks and wasted catch over the years. So, Apologies to the commercial guys for the comment, Not everything that I blab out of my mouth comes across right especially when editing these videos late at night! Not sure how we fix the issue at present as it is definitely a variety of factors which contribute to the decline in fish stocks and there is such a huge amount of money at play the higher in the industry you get which we all know dictates decisions. Anyway, Thats about it. As I said, commercial fishing has it's place, but things need to change esp. bottom trawling in the Hauraki gulf etc. That aside, A big thank You for watching everyone, I Hope you got something out of that video or just at least enjoyed and relaxed while watching! Hit Subscribe to see more content! Merch: www.primalpursuit.co.nz 10% Discount on COBB Grill NZ - www.cobbgrillnz.co.nz/ Code 'primalpursuit' at checkout 10% Discount on COBB Grill AUS - www.cobbgrill.com.au/ Code 'primalpursuit' at checkout 15% Discount on FUSE Sunglasses www.fuselenses.com/ - Code 'OLLIE" at checkout 15% Discount on BBQ Products - www.pureq.co.nz/ Code 'PrimalPursuit15' at checkout *** I make a small commission on the above links so through purchasing through them and using my code at checkout we both win! All this helps towards me continuing to produce content for you all! Cheers

[@80sShred]

Although I admire your non biased reply, I would disagree to an extent. I believe any commercial fishing that exports anything at all should be banned. I believe 90% of people have the ability to fish for themselves. So I would only allow things that can be farmed to be sold at the shops. If people want different types of fish, then catch them yourselves like every other fisherman does. Pro fishing destroys every fish stock it comes in contact with. I have seen many examples of this. A creek I grew up on had the best stock of flathead and whiting for decades. Fishermen could always get a feed. Then commercial netting was brought into the creek in the late 80s. It completely destroyed the fishery. You could barely catch a fish after 5 years. The next one is the commercial trout fisherman on the barrier reef. I saw it go from abundance to just legal and under fish, even 100 miles out to sea where hardly any private fisherman get too. Next thing is commercial worming. I have been catching worms for 30 years. I know for a fact there is hardly anyone privately catching worms because I don't see many in the beaches. The worm population has gone from having 1000s on the beach to having to spend hours just to find them. Commercial fishermen are raping the ocean, and they should all be stopped, I don't care what anyone says, I have seen it with my own eyes in over 35 years of diving and fishing.

[@whacksta]

Just do you brother. and keep it simple. Love that.

[@yeahbouyfishing]

Can't please everyone, commercial export is shit, better living everyone

[@Nopreshaspearfishing]

Seriously one of the best channels out there. Amazing content, great editing, cool as hell guy, humble, and talented. Can’t wait to see you hit 1M subs bradda 🤙🏽

[@dms9687]

💯💯💯

[@neilrobins3329]

Totally agree!

[@dariosotherradio]

See, it's not just me who thinks this! Mr. Ollie Craig's channel is AMAZING... top notch!

[@Kumukarl]

💯 agree! His videos put NZ on my dream diving list. 🙏🤙

[@kiwikiwi8023]

Like actually!! ❤

[@bobosborne2806]

Thanks ollie,I am an old bloke and I see you are learning about life quickly. Thanks for sharing your life.

[@georgeeason8909]

That last scene with the burley and snapper was super cool. They sense you’re not in hunt mode.

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Yeah for sure

[@beeemelle]

Just proving that chicks love your content, attitude and appreciation for the outdoors. Great content Ollie. Big up’s for only spearing what you needed on this trip and letting those biggies live to see another day!

[@furai333]

Mate! What a video! Stunning footage especially the last interactions with the snapper. I could happily sit and watch the fish all day without shooting. Love that you're promoting the sustainability of spearing. Much respect!🤙

[@deanboyce3663]

Hi m8 long time diver hunter myself always watch your content. I was taught tie suit in a bundle put weights on till sinks .we only hv to sink the rubber not us may be helpful for newbies cheers

[@billivory8582]

Loved the video. A rare day in winter....always to be treasured. Nice to see you appreciating it for what it is and content with a good feed.

[@franiannarone8196]

Beautiful footage as always - you are definitely on the top 5 of video graphics ❤

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Thanks!

[@user-md4rb3mt8b]

A very good New Zealand spear fishing video. The vis was excellent and so is your footage. Thanks Ollie. Its great how fish behaviour changes when they know there is not a hunt going on.

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Cheers mate. Yep, They can definitely sense our killer instinct when hunting!

[@erun8r]

Your content is always informative, real truths and inspiring. Thank you for what you love doing and sharing. Butter is BETTER by far brother!! Can't wait for the next venture.

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Cheers bro

[@haynepapi]

Man, that last dive was incredible.

[@mattweinberg1335]

I have to say I been watching you since you started and you are getting better and better. So much more relaxed and being yourself!! Awesome

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Cheers for the feedback! Always a work in progress.

[@Kumukarl]

The ending with that ground bait! Hard to put into words moments like that. That was epic bro!

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Yeah man, very cool experience

[@craiggreville9263]

The venison looked amazing. Your right with what you said, clean living and exercise is the key to happiness

[@yeahbouyfishing]

Inspiring as always, frothing to get back on an overnight fish mish!

[@ivanedwards6271]

Brings back memories, keep it up, 💯

[@danielbirch8951]

Coleman All Terrain air mattress changed our lives camping with kids. Never go down and tough as nails. Love the wisdom, spot on.

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Thanks!

[@olig1851]

Loving the life advice mate

[@SuperTAmbro]

Excellent video Ollie, Love your sentiment and attitude towards health. I thought I was listening to myself. Living the life off the land. Cheers from Down under. Got to get back there again soon!

[@jackmac2252]

Ollie, your a good bloke. Content is some of the best out there.

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Thanks mate appreciate the feedback!

[@pt4036]

great video ,once again, that snapper scene was awsum

[@rexhua4833]

Enjoyable video to watch and nice music choices with timing too 🙂. Thank you.

[@thor_6886]

Spectacular scenes, mate. We may not have coral etc but some of that fish life is amazing (as a non diving Kiwi). I see a comment in the thread about the pigfish, as I understand it they are much slower growing and more territorial, so it's better to nail snapper in terms of sustainability. Re the sleeping, what about a camp stretcher? One of the Aussie content producers I follow swears by it in his tinny. Canvas with about 5 metal rods to support it, then all dismantled and put away. No need for an inflator, and no dampness from putting down on the floor, and no deflation issues.

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Thanks might look into that! Was hoping to have an inflatable option so I can use it went on my hunting trips camping in a tent also. Might be the best option for the boat though! Thanks

[@LCBBuilders]

Great self control at the end Ollie. 99% of us would of let em have it. Thanks for posting.

[@ivanedwards6271]

Absolutely, I agree, I have always said.......Man will destroy life on this beautiful Earth we are on.😢😢😢😢

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

It was hard I tell ya!! haha But glad I didn't otherwise would'nt have got close enough to experience that.

[@kerrymarshall-vo2dv]

Awesome stuff Olley thanks

[@TheSparklyBeader87]

Ollie, your drone footage is amazing and quite beautiful! I did want to mention that if you are having digestive issues with wraps and bread, you might want to consider having a blood test for celiac and gluten intolerance. Also, it is usually confirmed with a biopsy. 😊

[@RachelleMa-xd1ur]

Epic last footage mate loved watching that episode

[@kweigo7980]

Another great episode mate . Love the adventure you take us on each time 🙌

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Thanks 👍

[@whacksta]

Keep it simple. Its a beautiful thing brother. Love life.

[@CrayandSlay]

Another awesome video Ollie. Looking forward to seeing more of mother nature once summer rolls round!

[@poerava]

16:30 ‘Oblongs’ Hahahaaaa Love you bro Arohanui 🤙🏾

[@Jakethemuss35]

Awesome vid bro, and love the life advice. Real talk 👌🏼

[@thomassommer5681]

Self inflating mattress. We have one from kings we've had for years now. But there are plenty on the market. Love the channel

[@thatcammoboy2088]

amazing video mate crazy film of the snappers and an amazing take on life 👍

[@BrettWoodPhoto]

Me & the mrs always immensely enjoy your videos mate & I 100% agree with your life’s philosophy. It is that simple, 4 things, maybe the 5th is to remove anyone or anything that causes you stress. Keep on keeping on Ollie. Cheers

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Yes, definitely remove anything toxic from your life for sure, people or food (or greatly reduce contact with both

[@user-en4vw4iy1q]

You have exactly the right attitude to life and you live it well sir! As for mattresses, Vango Shangri-La self inflating mattress is the nuts!!!

[@weihan9708]

Certainly the best channel out there! Thanks for sharing the video!

[@kainoalum]

Always stoked to watch your videos! I would definitely wanna go on a diving adventure with you if I get back to NZ🤙

[@mokomcgrath3375]

Thank you Ollie another awesome adventure much love

[@jtfishingskoolnz]

Amazing as usual awesome content take my hat off to you for all your hard work bringing us these epic videos cheers Ollie 🤙💯

[@jimmysearles1562]

Awesome vid as per usual,never disappoint,what I would love to see is some more night dive action,

[@kerrymarshall-vo2dv]

Well done Olley nice feed

[@michaeltopolino8017]

Awesome clarity in this episode mate, don't know if you changed anything but really top quality. Appreciate your work mate always a pleasure to watch

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@scotteverett1786]

Good on ya Ollie, some good advice there and an epic adventure as always

[@elcapitan517]

@Ollie Craig - I have been big fan of your channel for at couple of years now. love the videos, love the montage and composition of them too. i used to scuba dive all around Puget Sound, spear fishing for ling cod, cabezon etc. your videos help me to overcome nostalgia for diving since i sold my scuba gear while back. been considering free diving. been to New Zealand once in 1997. never got to go diving. pushing 60 now and still think about giving it one last hurrah. but for now just tried your recipes with Mayo and panko breading, fried in Irish butter, added a little dill Dijon sauce on it - it turned out - outstanding. Thank you for everything and don't worry about people saying things. They always say things. you are great hunter and procure your own nutrition. nothing wrong with that. anyhow, was going to attach pic of my plate - eating now. but couldn't figure out how to attach it to comment. Rock on Buddy - looking forward to watch your exciting videos.

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Good stuff mate, I just had another suggestion in regards to mustard with crumb, will be sure to try on next crumbed fish ! Still plenty of time to snorkel around. I picked up spearing from workign on a superyacht where the owners were heavily into their spearing and they were well into their 70's..

[@elcapitan517]

@@olliecraig-primalpursuit been thinking about moving to NZ lately. actually since started watching your channel. i been to Australia - Adelaide Brisbane and Sydney for a week back in 97 as well. did scuba in Sydney. it was alright. my college buddy from country of Georgia immigrated there, whereas I ended up in the States. I still prefer NZ personally, people are warmer there. not sucking up just speaking personal preference 😆. anyhow, thanks for the reply, definitely will try new recipe. Cheers for now mate, hope to keep in contact, just in case if i decide to migrate.

[@snuxx21]

Keep Life Simple. amen Ollie

[@campbellroff2366]

Awesome to see

[@awesomemikehoppy2674]

Great video Ollie incredible scenes with the snapper it's definitely a reason to go out there into nature. With the cook up looking good so all I can say is keep up the good work and that I'm looking forward to the next one.

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Thanks 👍 Will do

[@MarkG_NZ]

Try the zempire monster mat, self inflating. We use it for camping and it is awesome. Won't work for hunting, but should be great on the boat.

[@AlexRoxburgh]

Oresome as always! What a legend, great for motivation to get out there, cheers Ollie

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Thanks mate

[@leeanakukutai7713]

Wow absolutely stunning!

[@lnegron63]

Thank you very much for the video, and the work put into making it and editing it. I've been waiting for another of your videos and here we are, and of course, you didn't disappoint. Again, thank you very much.

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@matteobombonato5840]

GREAT health advice mate. people LISTEN to this guy

[@OmniAtlantic]

Thank You ollie , Your Integrity, and mental state awareness, and Health advice, is very important , 40 to 60% percent of Young Adults are suffering. I Love the New Ollie is wise ,and with integrity. I have Watched you in a little inflate That drove me insane listening to it little Engine Noise whining away. And Loved The Away New Guinea or Papwa. I Know 200 years from now People will watch these Videos on You tube and say your life work has been amazing ,Thank you From the South Africa, the All Blacks dominated possession, And Even thou The springboks One Next world Cup goes to Newzland .i

[@auozjan]

Thanks Ollie - I enjoy your content

[@derekdirt4921]

I love your channel, great content and amazing diving. It scares me you don’t ever have a dive buddy but you are very talented. Wish you nothing but blessing my man, keep up the great work.

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Thanks mate. Appreciate it.

[@mikemaher8296]

Bro as always another epic episode!!! Always look forward to the next one let’s hope one day sponsors get on board so they can be weekly.. solid advice and in my opinion the quality of video and editing beats most hands down .. thanks for the journey bro

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Cheers mate, I would do weekly if I could but It gets pretty full on with filming, editing, cleaning up etc. I don't want to turn this into something like a chore. Also, very difficult to get the weather/diving conditions to be good enough every week!

[@georgenel9556]

Awesome Ollie

[@jameshacon5954]

What a GC legend

[@richardgould240]

You live in such a beautiful place, and it seems that you make the most of it 🐟🐟.

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Definitely try to!

[@kerstentheuma3532]

Awesome as always ✊🙏🏻

[@alexwoolford_surf]

Thats one insane video, those Snapper at the end topped off an incredible trip with some great life advice, keep them coming bro love your work

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Yeah man crazy scenes!

[@terrorfirmamusic]

Loved the extra encouragement to look after our mental health man, and get off those devices (even though we're all on one to watch this haha) 🍻

[@Tony-qx5mt]

Man I have been loving your videos lately! Just such a great positive watch. And yes I’m one of those converted mayonnaise binder people too. 👌 love it

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Awesome! Cheers mate

[@braydenjones4505]

Can’t agree more with the values talked about in this video!

[@samuelshumack8641]

Been doing it for years legend love ya content bro

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Thanks mate

[@IntuitiveIQ]

Very inspired by you, I've watched tons of your videos, world class content, amazing dives, I started spearing about a month ago in Thailand, absolutely hooked, getting in the water 2-3 days/week, got a gorgeous Grouper last week that fed 4 people very nicely. 😍😁🙏

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Great to hear! What an amazing place you live to spearfish also. Good luck!

[@ivanfisher5566]

another top notch video

[@BB-tm7gx]

Another Cracking Video Adventure many thanks

[@calvinh208]

I'm with you on all the health 'expert' BS. Sunlight is fine, especially if you're not saturated with seed oils - you'll hardly ever get sun-burned. I started making my own mayo out of avocado oil and some low taste olive oil and it is SO much better tasting. A mix of sweetened sushi vinegar and lemon juice for the win.

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Thanks mate will try that out! Look into Dr. Jack Kruse if you haven't heard of him already. Some excellent podcasts with him on light etc

[@scottrobinson3404]

Good health advise Ollie... once you've found them gimme a buzz... I'll be there....Love your work ...keep being you

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Cheers mate

[@darrenpurdy4809]

Hey Ollie , you mention in this one about sourcing decent inflatable mattress and I totally feel your pain brother … it’s prob taken me over 20yrs of camping until I found the right one and have never looked back or had ONE puncture / deflate situation… I’m from the UK so not sure if you get them in NZ however they’re by COLEMAN .. basically they’re an inflatable full size bed ( single / double ) used as a spare bed in the home when you have giss wa ts , however are so well made I’ve slept under tarp only many many times and they’re stillll solid in the morning after a sweet nights sleep . Hola if you can’t find and I’ll send the link 👊 safe travels my friend ✌️

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Cheers ill look into it!

[@johnh9031]

Awesome. I struggle with sleeping on the tin boats with the hull knocking

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

This one is very quiet as foam filled pontoons, but usually only camp in VERY calm seas

[@lioryerushalmi3121]

After watching this amazing video I called my boss telling him I'm sick and going to stay at home tomorrow, all this while preparing my spearfishing gear for early morning, I hope it is going to be worthy! thank you Ollie for the inspiration!

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Haha good stuff mate get out there

[@lioryerushalmi3121]

@@olliecraig-primalpursuit ❤️

[@FushyTacoFngaz]

Cheers for another great video my bro, sorry i was late getting to it😳😔 flashbacks of slipping the cold damp wetsuit back on get me every time😬😬😬😏😅😅😅 Bro your edits are getting mean as now, like tv show level, loving it🤗🥳

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Cheers mate!

[@cococharliematenga4829]

100% Ollie, health over materialistic stuff.

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

for sure!

[@darrynpalmer5245]

Gidday Ollie - have you tried crushed up corn chips with mayo as a crumb. The spicy chips can add a little zing to some of the more bland fish types.

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Yeah tried it, not too much of a fan to be fair myself! Good with chicken though

[@jonobuckley]

Solid snappers!!

[@Christian_Tango_Christ]

Great video Ollie❗️Take it from an Old Timer, try adding a dash of mustard to your bread crumb mixture. Seriously NEXT LEVEL flavor.

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Interesting! Will try that on the next feed !

[@asafloml1-asaf-yaari]

Amazing...as usual...do youhave the time to do 3/4 days camping? The vids are a bit too SHORT for me...I enjoy the so much...

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Haha I do, it's usually the weather that doesn't allow this!

[@asafloml1-asaf-yaari]

@@olliecraig-primalpursuit so please...whenever you CAN...and for a fan from 7000km away (thats me)

[@mrdiablo9]

just came across your channel, great content really enjoyed your vid.liked and subscribed!

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Thanks! Welcome to the channel !

[@Anton-td4ko]

You're a legend

[@6degrees-boi]

Ollie...clean ya Cobb Grill!! Love your videos. Keep em coming.

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Adds more flavour haha. Nah, I will.. (maybe)

[@6degrees-boi]

Haha. Willie the fisherman's is spick n span. Check in with him for some top tips on cleaning Cobb Grills.

[@graemematamua4547]

Bloody legend mate

[@george-jb]

Mate what a video. Subscribed

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Thanks for the sub!

[@kishidabu]

Stunner of a Red Pigfish at 33:39, have you tried them? I think they rival snapper in their delicate flavour and firm texture.

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Pigfish are great eating, however I already had enough fish so didn't feel like shooting one on that day. Lot's of excellent eating fish apart from Snapper I agree

[@TokyoNightGirlLofi]

Nice!👍💚💚💚💚

[@mAssEysHaik]

Love your videos bro!! 🇿🇦

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Glad you like them!

[@moneyfestyl]

You are the Best!

[@mitchellfechner351]

G"day mate, love your channel. Cold air temp change can deflate matress some what, Im a big bloke (120kgs) and bad back broken in seven places. So good rest is priority for me. Ive been happy with a Vic Off Road self inflation 10 cm matress. (I'd say they are a branded generic earth mat.) Still I have three, two singles and a double. One single I used ever night for more than 3 months. Now same for the double. Hope this helps. Stay safe cuzy bro. Thanks again .

[@shayban1741]

Awesome channel 🤙🏾

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

cheers!

[@Tog_Tastic]

Wise words bro!

[@johnholloway2118]

Mean bro one love

[@paulrasmussen3858]

West Gold best butter in the world....NZ+

[@guttavontusck4094]

❤Love what you do Brother ChurChur 💯 and yeah give the commercial sector shit not the man putting a Kai on the table !

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Yep, and I don't mean to take aim to the commercial boys, most of them are just trying to put Kai on the table also, but it's the system in place which is destructive. The QMS system is bullshit.

[@janlouisjohnsen7240]

dude youre a legend!

[@richardcochrane8119]

Bro, try coconut milk and panko, won't disappoint 💯

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Sounds amazing! do you mix the milk with anything to thicken up?

[@CalebBrown-dn9sk]

That's safe as

[@Vyccia]

Back after five hours in the water today, watching your video and eating ceviche. Always pleasure 👍 By the way, I don't think I've seen you making ceviche 🤔

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

I've made it a fair few times! Usually with my twist though so perhaps not a 'classic' ceviche!

[@Vyccia]

@@olliecraig-primalpursuit probably just getting old, and getting to forget stuff 😆 Love your videos, man. Never watch it on the phone , even when I get notification. Always on the big screen. You have a great passion for it

[@hampton7663]

Question here Ollie, what happened when you want to do number 2 while staying on the boat?

[@olliecraig-primalpursuit]

Use your imagination