Small bait catches BIG FISH! Best bait for Beach fishing!

I am using free scavenged bait to catch some big fish while beach fishing in North Carolina. I used a special cast netting technique to catch some finger mullet. I’m hoping to target a big red drum (as I still haven’t caught the big one I’m looking for yet). Lot’s of fish bite like to snack on the finger mullet though, so let’s see what I get! What’s your favorite scavenged bait to use?
This week, we are camping on the beach in North Carolina in the Outer Banks. This morning, the bait shop was all out of bait, so I had to get creative and catch my own (but sometimes this turns out to be the best thing to do as these are the kinds of fish the larger fish are snacking on). I’m hoping to finally catch that big bull red I’ve been trying to target. Let’s see what I can catch with this free bait!
0:00 Intro
1:43 Setup
3:00 Baiting up
11:53 First fish
15:21 Woah! Big fight!
21:04 How to release big breeding fish
22:24 Conclusion
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[@StephenBlackWolf]

Thank you for that message about catch and PROPER release. It's the best tool we have to preserve the fisheries for future generations.

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[@DiamondBrosFishing]

I always release bull reds here in Texas or anywhere i go. People get angry at me but im hoping some day we have schools of reds 10,000 strong like in Virginia.

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[@craigberry5963]

The music selection was great with the 32 over slot redfish, it was like watching a movie, had me at the edge for real EXCITING

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[@michaeleverton4882]

We want to see Erin catching some fish too! From baiting up, casting in,- all of the whole procedure! !🙂 🎣🐟🐠🐟🎣 🙂! As some others have mentioned too, cut the tail fin off as it can cause spin while casting, & in water current! 🙂

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Thank you heyskipper for making these videos! It paid off alot because I just caught me a 19lbs redfish! My very first big fish as a beginner fisherman! Thank you again and keep posting badass videos to help others who wants to fish in the future!

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[@johnc6228]

Nice job guys. Also I wish people would stop dropping big heavy fish off piers.

[@reelfishing002]

Some time people are new to pier fishing too , so it would help if you see someone catching big fish , help them learn by teaching them . I fish freshwater , went to my first pier , caught a big lady fish, was going to use it for bait , had it in my wire basket and drop the line at 10 feet and it kill the fish on impact , but I learn NOT to do that next time

[@johnc6228]

@@reelfishing002 You are so right about teaching people how to do it right. Since I was really young my father and I would help net fish, offer bait that is working, recommend hook size etc.,where to go etc. Now I have so many poles, lures and terminal tackle I just plan on giving away stuff to that person who needs it. I also carry two piece rod upper halves if someone breaks a rod or I just give them a whole setup. You just drove all the way here and now you're going home? Here's a rod, buddy, you're staying. Bait shop closed or sold out or too far a drive? Take mine, I'll try some lures so I know better which lure to recommend. Last time I went pier fishing with a coworker and his family. He spent the whole time netting fish for people because I made a 25' handled net. He had a great time doing it. I hit on the right setup catching more fish than most so I was giving away similar tackle. I also make laminated fish ID and regulation printouts to give away and post for all to look at but of course everyone can check their phones. Fishing is a social bonding experience.

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@@reelfishing002 the only time you u use a big fish for bait is probably deep sea fishing

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[@johnc6228]

@@dominicking6292 Thanks for listening. I'm not lying. I'm older now and realize I have too much stuff and I really like helping people out.

[@hackarysmacky1638]

Thank you for your time and videos extremely informative and helpful. I’m new to salt water fishing and these beach fishing tips give me a whole new world to explore it’s almost like being a kid again

[@marteenleon]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge! It helped me with my first surf fishing time last weekend 😃. I catched 5 Crevalle Jacks in Manzanillo, Colima, Mexico, at the pacific. One was a 2 pounder, not bad for a first timer uh! Can’t wait to return to the beach and use more of your tricks 😊.

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LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!!! they’ve helped me so much!!!

[@boatingforbeginners7949]

Awesome, Some great tips and responsible instructions too - Thankyou.. Greetings from Crete, Greece

[@jackwyatt1218]

My favorite place in the world, OBX, NC! This is a beautiful stretch of weather this week or so.

[@ivansasman702]

Love your spreading of the ethical fishing ethos. Great to watch the Hey Skipper combo Erin adds a nice soft touch

[@FloridaBoyGrizz]

Love how you made sure that over slot red got released safely much love and respect for that

[@billcaddell3848]

I have never tried surf fishing, but after watching your videos it looks like so much fun. Thank you for hooking me up to a new type of fishing. Good luck to you.

[@robinwolfe2217]

I feel like I am right there with you. thank you so very relaxing

[@Jiban_Katha]

Happy guy 😂😂😂😂 and good fishing teacher. Thank you 🙏

[@drdeankos2356]

congrats guys weather closing in hard and you caught some nice fish specially after 2 days I use the heavy setup 10'once lines big baits works every time well done mate see ya next time

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[@kurttrzeciak8326]

Some really beautiful reds!

[@HeySkipper]

Thank you!

[@TheDIY-Guy]

Awesome redfish

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Wow good Idea on fishing small bait catches big fish. helping each other is a good policy in life done.

[@kitten2000]

The best video for learning how to bait a rig for beach fishing! I want to learn more!!!

[@lookronjon]

Great job. I’ve been watching you over the years and you have really come along way with your skills and your confidence. Cheers and positive vibes for Morrison Colorado.

[@HeySkipper]

Wow! I’m happy you have stuck with us for so long:)

[@lookronjon]

@@HeySkipper You two have fished my old stomping grounds from Solomon’s island”I lived on the naval air station when I was a kid” to Jax beach FL. To Sebastian inlet. I have caught yellowfin tuna, mahi-mahi and wahoo when I lived in the Virgin Islands. Have you thought of going to St. Thomas USVI and take a boat out? There is a dolphin derby every year and a lot of mahi-mahi get caught. There’s also a marlin tournament. And a king fish tournament on Bastille day.

[@FaithRisen]

Thanks for your videos. I live in Tennessee and make my way to PC a few times a year and spend the week fishing. Your videos have made a big difference for me. Hope to meet you someday. Im actually heading down in the morning for a few weeks. God bless.

[@JohnDuncan0347]

I have learned so much from you. Thank you. I've never surf fished before and have decided I'd like to try.. Your vids are fantastic.

[@jasonanddawnoutdoors8595]

Good job bro nice redfish man congratulations.

[@cheza7061]

Good job, that was some great fish!!! 🎣😎🐟

[@michaelriggs9139]

Good stuff. Going to Buxton on Tuesday. Really like that new style of tying Hi-Lo rig. Definitely be in the water on Tuesday. Drum, Trout, Whiting, Puffers, Black Drum, Blues.... here we come!

[@HeySkipper]

Good luck buddy!

[@shakeme3290]

Riggs.. was in Buxton last week and were catching red drum in the surf just north of the old lighthouse location using hand tied 20lb pink Ande mono hi-lo rigs. We caught more than anyone else using these light line rigs. Largest 27” red was caught on a nickel size sandflea, lol. All others using squid and mullet chunks. Smallest red was 23”. All caught in front of the first sandbar. Good luck to you!!

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Thanks for sharing , been following you for a long time , and your always well spoken and your tutorials are so so helpful . I try to surf fish here in Monterey County California.... And this is so encouraging to watch you surf fish...

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Nothing like that Rush ,' Great Job Brother

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Very informative, thanks for conservation of fish to fight for another day 👍

[@martin2010sf]

Beautiful fish congrats 🤙

[@michaelzosa1228]

That was awesome!! and the patience beaching that bad boy too👍🏼

[@HeySkipper]

Patience is key!

[@rocklund8348]

Watching from big island. Congrats on that PB! Gunna try using that fish finder rig soon and see how it works. Keep up the hard work brotha!

[@cots81]

Good catch, great lesson. nice work Skip!🎣😎🤙

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Best surf channel out there

[@johnyewtc1]

Nice pendulum cast!

[@HeySkipper]

Thank you!

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Some great pendulum casting videos on KZbin!

[@jaddison3027]

Not too far from ya'll. We in Emerald Isle and the fishing has been great!! Love the vids!!

[@tryadl.l.c.5039]

Great instruction. Thanks. I will try your ideas at New Smyrna Beach, FL

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At first I was like dang he's moving kinda slow reminded me of your dad lol but after you found the fish you had that pep in your step🤙🎣much love from the west coast 🤠

[@PierreFiliatreault]

Thank you for your work. I learned so much from you.

[@chaouchrayan]

Very beautiful video wow 🤩

[@reelfishing002]

I’ve seen videos where people use different casting technique for these 15’ rods that just fly out there , but you need lots of room to do this circle swing , can’t wait to try it this weekend 😁 I’ve try shrimps that went 1-1.5 days (it started out frozen ) and by the time I’ve try to use it , it stink BAD , and just falls off way too easy

[@brianferris1233]

thank you for sharing your video with us

[@HeySkipper]

You are welcome!

[@bibo8655]

👍👍 your videos and most importantly the education you impart. Thank you. Stay safe and tight lines! ❤️fromthe🇵🇭

[@ra7alit.elbilad.elmnhobah]

Congratz man ...i know this feeling ....so pleased to see you happy ...keep it going

[@hussaina278]

So nice idea

[@stainedblack1]

i love salted baits, they keep for a long time, really nice when you can't get out as often as you'd like xD got some minnie minnow and shrimp salted, waiting for my next day off Thursday xD

[@maestrobigoteofficial2999]

Your videos always helped me a lot, thank you for that, greetings from philippines

[@_jojo_84_39]

Nice catch and release ! 👍🏻 ❤️

[@rj_ch]

Hei... I like your fishing tips... Thks.. From Indonesia country 👍

[@doesitmatter9451]

Hey skipper, great catch and always good advice. Thank you.

[@HeySkipper]

Thanks so much for watching 🙏🏼 have you been out fishing lately?

[@doesitmatter9451]

@@HeySkipper yer, took my 2 and 4yo girls fishing last weekend, they love it. Going again this weekend chasing yellow fin whiting and flat head👍

[@cyrilisrael2614]

Where at in North Carolina you be fishing

[@catch3023]

“The wait n bait” 🤣

[@Pr0fBruce]

I Like how you did that drum music as you reeled it in.

[@scottmaia53]

That was awesome, great video.

[@JP_DINOSAUR]

You guys are so fun to watch. I love that the camera lady cheers you on and knows some stuff about fishing too. She's a keeper! Your feet must have been freezing! Love the drum sound track that made my heart stop beating while you were reeling in that big redfish. Great jobs guys! I want to go fishing with you!

[@ANGMAGSASAKANGGURO]

Fantastic fishing skill whats ur et up sir pls tns God bles

[@coramendoza7144]

Great video narrative, composition and presentation. Well done job skipper and I will give a try.

[@dougiemac8417]

Hey Skipper. You are the coolest!!!

[@richarddunstall5870]

Nice work, great vid. Keep it up from Australia.

[@Ky-mc9xl]

Pure legend nice catch 🎣

[@Hellofrank35]

Great job... Shout out here in North Carolina!!🙏😎

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Excellent video! Congratulations

[@nedkelly620]

send me one of those beautiful rods

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@@loganlaivins2615 take a joke

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@@nedkelly620 what he say?

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@@emaneaaeae2247 what he say?

[@chrisdunn4546]

You guys have progressed so much in the last few years so proud of you.

[@sankar7055]

You are really a responsible person

[@devinkilby9291]

Great video. I was surprised to see that you let your bait fish die. I was anticipating that pier rig you showed in another video.

[@mikkofishingadventures7986]

Good Job mate very nice tynx for the new idea great! Now i know to bait in shore fising

[@travissanchez8068]

I'm in Arizona so I dont fish salt water but i use alot of the methods you show shore fishing for catfish here

[@llshamelessll]

You need to go fish off London Bridge..lol

[@travissanchez8068]

@@llshamelessll still fresh water and its really shallow there I think

[@JuanGutierrez-vm3iz]

Great tips and videos thanks 🙏 and god bless you and your family

[@HeySkipper]

Thank you so much for watching and hope you get in some nice fish 👍🏼 wishing you and your family well

[@jefersonsantos7919]

great video!!! Congratulations man!!!! very explicative and didatic!!! I am new in the fish in the beach so thank you so much!!!

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Great education on poles and species..ty☺️

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Awesome video, subscribed!

[@fishing-angani]

wow big fish!!! New friend here~ :)

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Enjoyed the fishing video while adding fishing line to my reel.

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5:00 "reading the waves" 😂

[@tomparker8932]

vID COMPLETE WITH RED-HEADED STEPCHILD, you're a very good, persistant, patient and FUN fisherman...hat's off!

[@phiology1983]

Nice catch bro!

[@hayjud4062]

Taking my fishing cap off before you Mr Fisherman 🎣🐟😍👍🏻👏🏻 I'm very well appreciative of your words of encouragement for taking care of the fish and for encouraging people to respect fishing regulations everywhere you fish. I'm a fisherwoman and love the sport of catch and release, but a Redfish and/or a Snookie, it's a treat for your taste buds 😋😍 A new subscriber here... Great fishing and my blessings from the Universe 🙌🏻🌈🎏🚣‍♀️🦈🐠🐟🎣🌞😎

[@patrick_wade]

Well done for releasing with care. Thumbs up!

[@decwow]

@Hey Skipper I live around Wilmington NC, and out in the intercoastal at low tide you can usually walk out into the water 50-60ft. or more and cast out where the schools of finger mullet are. I have a small 4' net like you were throwing in the beginning of this video as well as a larger 7' net and if you hit one of those schools with that bigger net you can pull more of those mullet in one cast that you can possibly use in a day. Even the 4' net can get you stocked up in 2-3 good landing casts. Drop them in a 5gallon bucket of that water with a small bottle of frozen water and $5 bubble aerator,... you've got live bait all day. (even those long days) At low tide in a lot of these areas, the water comes up to about mid-stomach (I'm 5' 10.5" for reference). You can walk right out if you don't mind getting wet, and if you have high waders you can go pretty far without even that.

[@decwow]

Also... If you have a YETI cooler, even one of the smaller ones, you can fill it up with only ice and leave it out of the sun (inside the car maybe...) and it will usually keep ice for most of the week at this time of year.

[@decwow]

maaaannnnnn..... It'd be so frustrating to catch a red drum like that and have to let it go >

[@mollymoodley8477]

Enjoyed this video and learner slot from it . Love to go fishing soon

[@ricardocamarillo1957]

Thought this was the camping video I was waiting for can’t complain never used cut bait till I started watching you catch with it see you next week .

[@HeySkipper]

We are still camping here just not ON the beach

[@ricardocamarillo1957]

@@HeySkipper yeah the wind on your tent wouldn’t be enjoyable I assume good and bad things about the beach 🐟

[@FishOnChannel]

Great video

[@joewallau874]

Complete rookie here. (Just moved to SW Florida.) Really enjoyed the video. Very well done, and informative. Good work!

[@wtsmith61]

the tense music for the 17:00 fish made me smile...

[@KEVINGONZALEZ-fy6gr]

New to the channel good quality information..... keep the great content coming brother 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@robinwolfe2217]

Surf fishing is so much fun

[@abdelkrimghanname1176]

Good job man. Big hugs from Paris.