BOATING to the Bahamas Fishing for BIG Mahi Mahi & Yellowfin Tuna [Catch and Cook]

Boating from the Florida Keys to the Bahamas in our Contender Boats Center Console in order to go fishing for Big Mahi Mahi and Yellowfin Tuna! We take you with us on our Bahamas fishing trip where we get into a tuna frenzy and get tight on a Giant Mahi Mahi. We start the day by heading to our local tackle shop to acquire live bait to do some live bait tuna fishing. Once we acquire bait, we cross over to our first Bahamian Island, Bimini. Boating to the Bahamas can be tricky so we take our time boating from Florida to the Bahamas but once you get there its an unimaginable feeling! Once we arrive in Bimini we check into the customs and head the boat north to do some Bahamas Yellowfin Tuna Fishing. We spend the day get sharked unfortunately but we eventually make it happen by catching a Blackfin tuna, Yellowfin Tuna & a Dolphin, Mahi Mahi, or Dorado. Boating can be dangerous in the dark therefor as the sun sinks we make our decision to head towards west end and end our day fishing for Mahi Mahi and Yellowfin tuna in the Bahamas. The next day we get and early start and cross the boat back over to the Florida Keys. Once we arrive back at our home we do a good ole Catch Clean and Cook, but not just any catch clean and cook... A Bahamas Catch Clean and Cook!
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Recipe:
Honey 2oz
Sesame seeds 1handful
Soy sauce 1/2 cup
Lemon, juiced 1/2
Ginger, chopped 1oz
Red chili, sliced 1
Garlic, minced 4 cloves
Sea salt. 1 pinch
Spring onion, to taste
Red chili sauce, to taste
Sesame seeds, to taste
Instructions
1. Cut fish into bite-sized cubes. Set aside
2. Prepare the marinade by mixing the soy sauce, lemon juice, ginger, chili, garlic, and sea salt.
3. Mix the fish into the marinade, cover, and marinate for 15-20minutes.
4. In a large pan add oil, pour in the marinade and add the honey and sesame seeds.
5. Mix together until the sauce starts to bubble and gets thicker/saucier.
6. Add the fish and cook for a couple minutes on each side.
7. Take off the heat and garnish with more sesame seeds, spring onion, and red chili sauce.
8. Enjoy!
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[@garrysnyder2415]

I really enjoy your videos. I like what you are showing us. Keep up the good work.

[@i.santiago3471]

Congratulations keep them coming !!!

[@lancegiammanco1251]

I’m an old salt who grew up in Miami fishing and diving the beautiful places you share. I am very grateful for your videos.... they make me feel young again . You both live life as it should be, together. No more beautiful places in the world. Please keep them coming!

[@kevinphillips6743]

Thank you great video and reminds me of my life in California and opens more viewing of other places I'll travel to in the future and great cooking recipes 👌

[@goodbyemr.anderson5065]

Amazing trip. I lost my dad to cancer, but I still have very fond memories of him taking me fishing when I was little, and then me taking him fishing when I got my boat. Cherish those days guys because when they are gone they are gone.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you. I’m sorry to hear that. Those memories are precious. I keep that on my mind. I try and spend as much time with him as I can. Loved that I can share this video along side him.

[@marzipan4993]

Nothing better than fresh fish the night after a trip!

[@mattsfirearms]

Love your videos!

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Great video, I have watched several! But now have subscribed

[@johnofield2450]

Awesome video and trip. My wife and I just purchased a house in the Bahamas and watching your videos gets up more excited to enjoy fishing down there.

[@anthonytumminaro9096]

Congrats to Stephanie!! Clay this channel is simply the best and will only get better with Stephanie fishing by your side.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you Anthony! We sure hope so.

[@ericsautos]

Looks great! Thanks for the wonderful video

[@darktoadone5068]

I used to work on Andros Island as a civilian for the US Navy that had deep water ranges and I would fish all the time, you were taking of how the sharks would come after fish in distress. I went diving one day near the reef and saw school after school of tuna and the Barracuda went to town on them, that's the fist time I've ever seen a Cuda in action underwater, I surfaced real quick because the blood starting flowing in the current near me so I didn't want to be in the wrong place.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Crazy! Thanks for watching Mel!

[@mattrohdenburg7126]

That Bahama water is something else. Get as many of these trips in with you Dad as you can. I lost mine 11 years ago and the memories from our shared interests always bring a smile to my face. Can’t wait for more fishing with Stephanie too!!!!!!

[@LifeByTheBow]

It’s unbelievable! We try and fish a lot together. He’s the one who got me into boating. We are excited to have Stephanie more on the channel 👍

[@terihicks547]

I recently found the two of you and I absolutely adore the both of you. Originally I'm born and raised in South Philly, moved to Florida 12 years ago. My husband is born and raised here in Florida. Neither one of us have ever been to The Keys. I told my husband I want to go to The Keys he told me that we can not afford The Keys. So, I just will live through the two of you. Oh, and yes he took me fishing a few years back. I love it! I can not get enough fishing. We do own a boat. We fish in the rivers and lakes. But I loved salt water fishing. I don't eat the fresh water fish. Thank you both for sharing your life's with me God Bless You Both

[@ryanboward8791]

Great videos/channel, really enjoying!

[@pgolin]

More Stephanie!!! 👏🏼👏🏼

[@tybazsco5150]

Hey just wanted to drop a line to say the wife and I fortunately stumbled across your videos one night and love them. You both are down to earth and genuine which is rare these days. The catch, clean, and cook idea is freakin great!!!. We are looking at moving to the gulf coast in a few years so the videos are really informative. Please keep it up!!! You two are great!!!

[@Realcoltonewing]

New to the channel! Ironic this video pops up I just got back from a tuna trip caught our limit in 2 hours! Love it video and the boat!

[@mikewalker1081]

If you ever get the chance, you should try fishing the "Lump" out of Venice, LA. It's an underwater salt dome in about 2-3000 ft of water, but the dome is about 600 ft down. During Lump season, late Nov-Feb, the Gulf current hits the dome, causing some crazy currents underneath and brings in a lot of bait fish, followed by the larger predators. You anchor in 600 ft, chum behind the boat, and drift chunks of bait, typically black fin or some other fish and if the Tuna gods smile upon you, it'll be a trip not to forget. My biggest was 115 lb yellow fin, followed by a 65 lb. After that, I didn't want to catch anything bigger, it took about 20 min to get the bigger tuna in. I would post a pic of our haul that day, but can't do it on KZbin. Nice vid!

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Love the channel. I love the husband and wife duo.

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[@yhernan356]

Love the video keep them coming.

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Best fishing channel on KZbin

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Both of you are very humble people! You guys are very appreciative of what you have and what you do! Keep filming those beautiful Florida Keys! .......100k plus!!!! 🤘🏼🐠🦈🍴🍺

[@javiercorcino1126]

Man what a trip the tuna and mahi is the icing on the cake. That trip with you dad .... awesome.

[@sigmachi5803]

Thanks for the thrill. Im 74 and my bride is 78....My boat is a 1977 Pacemaker. We made it to Palm Beach Gardens in Feb of 2020 and then the quarantine. We're from Chesapeake Bsy Country and if all goes well next Spring...headed for 1,000 Islands then Canada. Maybe Fla, Dry Tortugas & Bahamas in 2022? Stephanie is an excellent narrator and a perfect distinguished voice which compliments the flow of the action so well. Keep it up folks and Tight Lines! Alan & Jeanne Cecil M/V SIGMACHI

This channel is going to keep growing big because of how grateful you guys are for everything! I love the mood of your videos bro, keep up the good work 🐠🐟🦐🐡🦀🦑

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you Rowny!! Blessings to you and your family.

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Thank you!

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Thanks for that content

[@realtorjennimac]

Love the videos! Tight Lines

[@haroldmorrow243]

Great Video, what a trip with great success and to do it with your pops is just amazing! I appreciate watching passionate people do what they love to do, thanks for sharing.

[@katalinas9264]

Livin' the life! Good for you two! 🤙

[@deanw194]

I love how you tell us about the areas you visit, how you fish, and then how to cook and clean the fish!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Glad you like it Dean! We have a lot of showing you guys.

[@bradleypierce5645]

Congrats on the Yellowfin! My wife and I love watching y’all’s videos!

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Great show you guys. Love your tenacity, and who doesn’t want more Stephanie.

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Your channel is amazing! Keep up the good work and editing...

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You guys are great. You should have your own tv show. I wouldn’t be surprised if that happens very soon. Keep up the good work. 😎👍

[@jaybirdosborne923]

Coming down end of June will try come by your dock and say hello or may see u at sandbar.Luvin videos!

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New subscriber to your channel and I must say my wife and I are addicted!!! I think we have watched all of your videos in 2days! I love how humble you and your wife are. Keep the videos coming, can’t wait to see more!

[@LifeByTheBow]

We are glad you enjoy it! Thanks so much 😊

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My wife and I are big fans .and u guys make more Confident on the water an the kitchen keep it up ....let's gooooo......

[@locoboy46]

Glad steph can join u! U guys make a great team

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks, me too!

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Honestly I’ve said it this so many times on IG that y’all are one of the inspirations on me taking a step into making my KZbin launch keep being awesome and humbling love the work that y’all inspire 💪🏽

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I always like the honesty.... They don't try to say one precious better than the other if it tastes the same it tastes the same

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Good job you two, best of luck!

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And I just wanted to say that I am a huge fan, I’ve watched all of y’all’s vids and it’s so amazing

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Same ! Can’t wait to watch them grow

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Me too✊🏽✊🏽

[@wesrobinson7366]

The tuna does look great and good for you both. You're spot on, you won't taste much of a difference until you get a fatty yellow tail. It will blow your mind how much better it is.

[@fi18re]

Awesome video! Glad Steph is joining in full time!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you!

[@hnt4fsh]

Love to see more about the check in process and planning process on these types of trips. Love the show

[@christopherreimer2215]

Nice trip. Good job!! Not bad for rhe first trip. Glad to see you taking the channel to the next level.

[@hardluckpaintworks5475]

Being from the northeast and in an incredible fishery I still would love nothing more than go out with you guys and get on my first mahi. Me nd my wife just naught be moving to southern Florida in the next couple years. Anyways keep up the great content love watching your vids you guys are genuine and and a pleasure to watch just being yourselves. It’s refreshing in a world of negativity. 💪👍

[@jfxl1977]

Excellent video! You guys do such a great job with this channel. I really enjoy the high quality! It's also really great to get the "cook and eat aspect" of the fishing experience. The recipes are tasty and I really appreciate the extra time spent on this part of the experience. Thanks for putting all this together. I look very forward to seeing your channel explode! Great content!

[@stevenmchale9529]

Great show, became an avid viewer and fan. Always entertaining and very knowledgeable. Thanks and congrats Steph

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you!!

[@Glory-Days-Fishing]

Great video and great news that Stephanie will be joining you more on your fishing trips. You both make a great team and My wife and I look forward to seeing your shows. Tight lines Clay and stay safe

[@jamesgaffney106]

Insane editing and your mix of B Roll Is just perfect To tie in what you’re doing -love your channel and really enjoy the cooking piece as well. Very well done!

[@benkreitl303]

Wow amazing how well your produce the videos, you guys have the best vibe!

[@daviddaniels7324]

Such great news Stephanie! Congratulations to you both!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks Daniel!

[@sarahhelman7756]

So glad we will be seeing more of Stephanie fishing with you! We will be towing our Contender down to Marathon in July. Can’t wait! These videos get us so pumped for our trip.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you! Awesome. The fishing great there 👍

[@AlexLodes]

Been here since the Poopdad1 days. We aint leavin baby!! The lady and I love all the recipe's you two produce. Keep it up!!

[@bmarano11]

One of my favorite videos yet! Keep it up guys!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you!

[@keyspetnanny]

Congratulations Clay and Steph! Can’t wait to see what your KZbin future holds. 💙🎉

[@LifeByTheBow]

We are excited for it too!

[@williamquinn313]

Awesome! best one so far. Love the new boat.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Glad you like it!

[@carl5213]

Love your videos Clay but I must say you are much better together! I’m glad we will be seeing more of Stephanie in the near future!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks Carl! I agree 😊👍

[@johngreen1823]

You know the video is going to be a banger when Bahama is in the title

[@DSeibert_2026]

Bahamas* U really thought I was gonna be that guy smh

[@alansaad9271]

I’m glad you got scallops in Crystal River and it’s been a good year, so far, and I’m enjoying the vids! Carry on!

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Great job folks! looking forward to seeing Stephanie in more videos now!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you!!

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Huge fan y’all. Your production value is the best. Wife and I love your channel. Keep going!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you William!

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Your editing and way you present your content is on another lever man. We love your channel...100k let’s goo

[@southfloridadventure]

I love your show bro. You dont have the annoying voice and guestures like other channels. Very professional

[@BraydonBlanchette]

I literally just discovered you and this channel and I am so so glad that I did! I live in Key West and my family is finally getting another boat after we lost our last one to a hurricane years ago and I am so hyped to be catching and spearing fish! I’m so glad I found a person in the Keys that I can learn from and get me excited!

[@mikeyclavijo6269]

I’ve seen all your videos. You guys are killing it, like I’ve said before, best fishing channel on KZbin hands down

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Thank you for such amazing video ! My son and I enjoy watching it together 👍

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you for watching! Glad to hear you are enjoying it 👍

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Love it!!!!!!!!! Your videos just keep getting better and better!!

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Great video!! Always the best

[@tomcarrow]

Excited to have you both on the channel more often!

[@johnhaug5527]

I love the angles of your shots. The footage of the drone is GREAT!

[@chadwalker954]

Wow awesome video. I’m happy to hear Stephanie will be in the videos more often! Looking forward to more content and hopefully another Bahamas trip soon! Keep it up Clay!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you!!

[@carolbarranco838]

Yay...More Stephanie!! And that scenery from the Bahamas was amazing. The color of that water.

[@hoochdog8093]

Great news...can't wait to see more Stephanie and pup pups! Congrats on the success! I tell everyone about your channel...and apparel, too.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you Alan!

[@Mrwatson185]

Been watching your channel since the paintball days. Super happy to see your success man, keep on crushing it!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks man! I really appreciate it.

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[@coopermoon8514]

Thank you so much Clay and Stephanie. Your channel always makes me feel good when I am having a bad day.

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Another high quality video!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you!!

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Another GREAT video. I know you will get to over a million viewers. Stay Humble...you have the perfect spirit for this. THX!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you so much! Just being able to live every day to the fullest, blessed to be able to share.

[@frankkowalski5014]

Great to see your Dad and Mark getting out!!! Good job!!

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You guys post some of the best content on KZbin! Great video, great fishing!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you!

[@charliesandell29]

Just started watching you guys. I love the way you put everything into one set!! The passion you show for this is absolutely amazing!! I have already recommended to a few fishing buddy's of mine and they are starting to follow as well. I am looking forward to the next videos you create. You provide a view of the Keys and fishing for all of us don't get to be there as often as we would like. An excellent job to everyone involved!! I am hooked!!!!

[@khaus620]

yes sir

[@timhooper6055]

Guys I am so syked for you both I have loved all all your videos so far and so glad you are moving moving up in this adventure in you lives we Love every thing about your video's keep on keeping

[@rogergregorius4203]

Have you ever thought about taking a subscriber on a fishing trip? Maybe a contest? I'm sure there can be a way to make it very safe for you guys. You probably need to look out for weirdos. But there must be ways. Anyway, another awesome video except for getting sharked all day! Still a better day than a day in the office lol And to spend quality time with pops? Outstanding!

[@caseyberning7789]

I haven’t been here since the beginning, but I am happy to have come along when I did. I have loved all the videos I have seen so far! Clay, now that Stephanie is going to be here more often, you know you got competition, right? Gonna have to step it up bro, lol!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Haha I know! She’s actually my good luck charm 👍

[@GaHullbillyRanch]

@@LifeByTheBow what did stephanie do for a living?

[@m3sixspeed824]

Love the channel! I live in TX and drool for the water. I go to Key Largo 4-5 times a year for fishing & boating. The good life!

[@chrisH-uv5wx]

What a cool trip! Looking forward to the next one. Some of the best production around.

[@TheLucasMartins]

Great fish, great recipes, you guys are rocking it!! Excited to see another yellowfin trip soon

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you! We hope to go soon.

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The fun of fishing for big fish, 🎣🎣🎣🎣

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What you are doing is just awesome l just love it looking forward to the next video thank you

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you!!

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You two make a great looking couple and the fishing segment looks wonderful and the cooking segment always looks good food look's taste as well!!!

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you William!

[@Jeffs-Journey]

I am a new subscriber and I believe this is my first comment. I’ve watched quite a few of y’all’s videos. I really love the fact y’all are so upbeat and positive plus the keys are my favorite place in the world and I love fishing. I’ll be back August 28th and I’m staying near sombrero beach for 10 days. Thank You for all you do.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thanks Jeff!! We are happy to hear that your enjoying our videos. We hope you enjoy your vacation 👍👍

[@mikeiva3896]

Happy for you guys Being able to spend more time together doing what you love wish you much success always enjoy your shows in the cooking plan to move down that way next year and live the life that your two are great inspiration for all of us

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you so much Mike. 👍

[@onelabreu951]

Awesome video. Bimini is so beautiful! Dying to take my boat over there. Congrats Stefanie... looking forward to your expertise and flavor on the channel!!!

[@LifeByTheBow]

It’s beautiful! Thank you!

[@rober4195]

Such a great video. Some of the best memories I have are fishing with my dad from the time I was little until now with him in his eighties and still going strong. Keep up the great work.

[@LifeByTheBow]

Thank you! Glad to hear he’s still doing good 👍👍👍👍 Blessings to you and your family.