When All Else Fails... Bridge Diving | Spear Clean Cook

[@joecorrero6763]

Just wanted to share this Italian recipe/dish that was passed down to me from my late granddad from Italy. It’s very easy and you can put your own twist on it. Season your fillets salt, pepper, etc. Dip in egg wash and batter with Italian bread crumbs or Panco. Pan sear each side in olive or avacodo oil. When second side is almost done, sprinkle shredded parmigiana on it and cover until melted. I know you have cooked a lot of different recipes on here. Some folks don’t like cheese on fish but it’s really tasty. Add your own twist to it and enjoy. Thanks for all of your vids! God Bless

[@jtlamb]

Love how you made sure to mention how dangerous tides are at these bridges!! They are no joke and one hell of a workout!! It’s taken me and my dad 4-5 years of lobster trips to have the slack tide at the bridge dialed in to about 5-10 minutes.

[@Time4Project2025]

My favorite bridge pass has dozens of drownings. Big drop off and ripping current

[@Steve-ev6vx]

Bigger balls than me.

[@johnanthony6201]

Brought tears to my eyes too. That was sweet gift. And the riffing on “Forever Youngs” was felt by all of us, I’m sure. You remind me of the 40 years (this year) my wife and I have had together. Keep adventuring!❤

[@KeyWestWaterman]

it really was! couldn't believe it.

[@macholliday2996]

I have watched Many other fishing/diving/ocean videos and the best one that I have encountered is Key West Waterman.....in my humble opinion you and your videos are akin to the Plug in the ocean floor..if someone pulls the plug, then the ocean drains out and there would be no more fishing/diving/ocean videos...at this time I am 84 years of age and I speak the TRUTH......I have lived in Homestead Fla., fished the Keys (myself and my children) and environs and still do I love the BEAUTY of the Keys, the "Glades and South Florida even though I no longer live there....Please continue your ocean excursions, you and your beautiful wife......enjoy and be Thankful that GOD has allowed you to find your way to the Fla Keys.....(i read your history)....

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Thanks so much for the kind words! Much appreciated. 🙏🏻

[@olapetersson9652]

This is the best when you cook and hang out in the citchen! And are just you. I can wach it for houres. Thank you from Sweden again and again ‼️💝🐠🐟

[@freddierowland2683]

It's hard for me to fathom that we were diving Keys bridges almost 50 years ago and cooking our catches in our vacation homes. Talk about bringing back memories! I enjoy your videos ❤

[@Sticky.Situation]

Awesome video! Very cool to see the bridge structure from below and your point about it being difficult to pick the one keeper out of hundreds of fish really comes across. As always the ending where you guys are enjoying the fruits of your labor and kidding around does me just right. Thanks Aaron!

[@brandonelms4288]

All the LOVE peeps! We appreciate all you bring to your content,positivity and overall good message! Ty for being you(all 3 of you)!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks so much!

[@davidgraham4807]

@@KeyWestWaterman you ever get tarpon in your canal? Just wondering? Tight lines.

[@marieangeladomingo5176]

😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊​@@KeyWestWaterman

[@gordon985]

Love the colabs and when you take kids fishing. More children need to go fishing so one day they can take their kids fishing

[@ratonfire1]

I know you do this for a living. But what you just did was so incredibly impressive. Keep up the good work and find some beautiful fish. And never stop loving what you're doing

[@robtalaska1355]

It blows my mind just how long you can hold your breath for. I know these were multiple dives, but I couldn’t hold my breath anywhere near long enough to be successful at what you achieved.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

lots and lots of practice!

[@ttb1513]

No kidding. I was looking to see if he had a tank. Free diving spearfishing is impressive.

[@tomlpdx]

It's not hard to love you guys. Really enjoy your channel and look forward to the next video from both of you and Will's channel as well.

[@christopherbell3945]

The three of you are great people. 😊 thank you for sharing and making us smile

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks so much!

[@jonnyhernandez422]

I watch this from Miami, my friend congratulations for living the life we all wish we lived. Every time I drive back from key west, before I get to the 7 mile bridge I always want to make a Uturn and take a chance.

[@Sp11887]

Can never get old, love the fishing, knowledge, cooking and moments of everyone hanging out. Food looks good as usual. I hope the shirt idea becomes real, I’m getting one on the first drop.

[@Dornosliw]

Those people are just reflecting some of the good vibes your channel puts out to them. You are genuinely great people!

[@RagingNana57]

Always a Blessing to get off of work from rough day & see your content. Best way to decompress, relax, & chill. Thank you for continuing to share such amazing adventures & food!

[@mmcleod111]

Great video! The Fish Burger Dogs look fabulous!

[@robertrio632]

Great way to introduce yourself to spearfishing. Back in the day I used to fish breakwaters and jetties, lots of fun and you don't need as much conditioning as diving deeper water.

[@zacharypeninger6026]

I've seen the sharks off all of these bridges off the highway and some are bigger than ide care to see swimming with me, let alone see while holding a shot fish as murky as the water is, just a testament to this channel and his securement in what he does! Totally awesome!

[@MrWilliamsmall]

That was some of the coolest spearfishing I’ve ever seen and you can hit anything and the kitchen scene was great. You can see how much you guys love each other and also will God bless and can’t wait for your next one.

[@dannyhockemeyer9027]

You should really consider filming one of your hunting trips Aaron. I know there are hundreds of subscribers like me who would love to see a hunt from you buddy!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

I will certainly consider it! thanks so much for watching!

[@MikeHixson-o8f]

On a funny note...loved the pepper and salt mills you use when cooking! Bought my parents a set of rechargeable ones...in turn, they sent me a set! Absolutely love them! Keep having fun and bringing us along!

[@suetodd16]

You guys are amazing and inspiring! You are so welcome!! It is wonderful to receive your appreciation.

[@Beardlovesdog]

Amazing harvest. Aaron you just keep showing us your talents and skills. How you can pick out the one of many is amazing. Also glad you mentioned safety while around bridges plus you had Will there as support. Great team.

[@SincerelyAlisonL]

We look forward to your videos every week. It helps lift our Monday Blues. Thank you for sharing! ❤

[@margekaralis4212]

Awesome video again. Gonna try this with some yellowtail we caught. Please ask Madeleine to share her key lime Mayo dressing.

[@taylorfulkerson2848]

I'll never get tired of the mangrove videos! Love your stuff man

[@mikecoggins2240]

I'm tired of reading all of the negative comments. You are honest and open about every part of your CCC and are always open to comments from others. But in my opinion, they're just people that won't get out there and try for themselves and stand on the sidelines to criticize. Screw them! I'm all for you and your wife. My only advice would be that both of keep pursuing your passion without ignoring the most important thing. Your love for each other. It took me a while to figure that out for me. Love you Guys....

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Really appreciate the kind words and support! Doing our best to continue on and doing what makes us happy 🙏🏻

[@TheTurbineEngineer]

I didn't see any negative comments... Maybe that was shortly after the video was posted. You'll get those until they get filtered out by the algorithm.

[@mikeeastabrooks6204]

That’s definitely the best looking fish, burger, dog I’ve ever seen😂

[@JettisonM]

Need the key lime mayo recipe ASAP!!! The lime mayo makes the BEST restaurant style ranch dressing as well but it’s so hard to find sometimes in the grocery stores so if I could make it myself that would be BOMB!!!

[@dananderson128]

One of your best videos. You and Madeline make such a great couple!

[@gradybrowning3976]

I haven’t seen a bridge dive in a while! Great video!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

been a while for sure!

[@petermyers479]

Old Bay use demonstrates how well you understand seafood in the kitchen. It’s an essential seafood additive, isn’t it? Great stuff. I’d watch you hunt wild hogs. In fact, I like doing it myself. Due to advanced age and mobility disorders, I’m a sniper with a 30.06. I discovered a recipe for smaller wild hog shoulders that works every time. I use an aluminum pan like is used to cook Turkeys, cover the shoulders with tons of sweet onion slices, soak in Mojo, actually make the onions float. Bake covered in foil on grill for a really long time. Enjoy. Hello Will and Madeline.

[@ttb1513]

Nice vid. I never knew why grunts were called grunts before (12:00). Too obvious! I also liked seeing 19:00 how you filet the fish: keeping each side attached to the fish at the tail and flipping the side so you can skin it easily by using the rest of the still attached fish makes perfect sense. The salmon filets I get from the grocery store, I always have to start slowly and get an exposed tab of skin to grip with. Having the whole fish makes your technique a wise one.

[@kimhadad7945]

Thank you for sharing! Very cool to see the bridge five and I always love seeing Tipsy and Tuna in your videos too ❤️!

[@PSSKDerby]

Great video Aaron! That fish burger dog looked absolutely amazing! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@petermyers479]

They won’t be selling many of these Mangrove Snapper burger dogs at the Hogfish but they do look great and I’m sure were delicious. I should stop in at Hurricane Hole Marina and introduce myself next time I come to town for a haircut. I could probably ask around and find you guys pretty easily. We probably have a lot in common. I too used to live in Cocoa Beach and Merritt Island many years ago. I discovered the Keys in the early seventies while escaping weather too cold for surfing and too rough for surf fishing and diving near Cape Canaveral. Thanks for another interesting video. You guys live and show off the real Florida Keys lifestyle. What people see here is to me, pretty typical. Most of us really aren’t fancy people and we love our seafood in most any form. Even burger dog crab cake fish cakes. 😊 It takes extra work to afford to be here to take advantage of this very cool place to live. Well worth it in my opinion.

[@mario.assaad]

Never tired of seeing mangrove snappers. My favorite fish to eat. Very nice video!

[@MrDillon45]

Idk about everybody else but I definitely don’t get tired of the mangrove snapper videos. I wish for more lol.

[@jamesrahn8339]

You're all awesome and much loved by your viewers like me! I appreciate your videos and look forward to them every time!

[@MichaelSmith-uu2sw]

Never get tired of the mangroves!

[@joncarter3817]

I agree with one of the other comments. I often watch your dives just to ratchet the days activities back a notch (especially the mangrove dives)(this wasn't but close). Anyway, thanks for another good one. The three amigos are pleasant for sure. Thanks!

[@brinkksmusic]

Underwater visuals just give a peaceful vibe

[@KeyWestWaterman]

that's why I enjoy under water more than being on land!

[@randyruney5704]

Just watched Heiko make fish burgers. Nice to watch & compare y’all’s techniques. Great video

[@georgeb3008]

Congratulations on your 2 PBs. Awesome water day.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Thank you!

[@josefandino9374]

Another great video broder, and like always you are in the presence of royalty. TOAO Chef Will!!!!

[@PaulCarbone-x7t]

just spent some time cruising your channel… i’m a fan, i spent many years fishing and snorkeling the manasquan NJ area. i wish i had your pma… youre definitely an inspiration to me. i’m in a very similar situation to where you were when you lost your job in titusville except i still have the job. someday my dream is to move to the country and raise alpacas! keep doing it bro!

[@Angler13Fishing]

Very awesome video bud and thank you for being very informative, just subbed keep up the killer work, be safe! 🎣

[@lioryerushalmi3121]

I love this channel and I prefer watching this kind of video than some crystal clear with giant fish in Indonesian water.thanks for sharing Aaron!

[@DarronSmithBahamianMillionaire]

Mangroves are one of the most tastiest fried fish ever! Also Barracuda fried steaks. In the Bahamas we season with lime juice lemon pepper and crushed red pepper wit ha little salt! That is all you need and you can also flour the fish before deep frying! Jasmine rice and a mix veg or cole slaw and you are eating great!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@DwightPerkins-i7t]

Those fish were so concentrated around those pilings that they were skittish for sure. It was easy to see the bigger ones for sure. You were absolute dead eye on the shots and I was very impressed. Don't know if you missed any shots that you edited out but it doesn't matter. Very good information for divers that are wanting to try it. Thanks for the great video 😆

[@russellpurdie]

We often chase mulloway in shallow murky water like that, hours of searching to catch just a glimpse, always ready to shoot in a split second. Quite addictive.

[@EricsEpicChannel]

Looks just like the diving I do up here in Tampa Bay! Was thinking about building a little mid handle gun but might have to just pick up a Grover instead, it’s literally exactly what I have in mind

[@assistm0nk]

I’m in Palmetto if you ever need an extra for a weekend dive!

[@dholtman5977]

Dude! I've got to try those fish dogs! Subed when you pulled out the skillet and fish spatula! LOL!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

Haha glad you enjoyed it!

[@Big.Cliff.Outdoors.And.Cuisine]

Great content as always bud! I love the Fish Burger Dog idea and I'm gonna have to try it out the next time I bring fish home. Always love trying new fish recipes. Tight lines, full stringers, and thanks yall for being you 😎🤙

[@SakeofScienceChrisKammel]

In Stuart where I am I started diving this past fall focusing on Mangroves, primarily due to watching your videos. I hit tiny islands as the tide creeps up on an incoming tide for water clarity. I shoot one Mangrove for every ten fish I shoot because it is so difficult to find the bigger ones. I agree, it is near impossible. However, I do enjoy the black drum and sheepshead i shoot when the mangroves do not cooperate.

[@randyruney5704]

Dang. You guys made it longer than I could have cooped up. Another great video.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

glad you enjoyed it!

[@emilystewart4057]

you three are seriously the best!!!! 💕

[@cameronleecameron9934]

😂Fish cake burger dog. That's classic. Love your show.

[@mikecheston4580]

Yes! I’ve been waiting for this! Can’t wait to watch it

[@KeyWestWaterman]

love to hear it!

[@Karachi-waterman]

Living like this is my dream life.. one day hopefully.. Thanks Aron for motivation

[@jimrowland6089]

Awesome video, as always. When I saw all the fish I really thought, pick one goose and shoot. It's hard to pick just one when there is 100 coming in to the decoys. Fish cake dog looked fantastic.

[@CaptainSloose]

I love me some fish cakes...i poach the fish lightly in white wine and lemon juice/herbs/garlic/lemon slices....a nice delicate fish takes the flavors well and it allows you to not have to worry about the fish being cooked - your only job is to get the crust on the cake. Love your stuff aaron!

[@caseyrobinson6218]

Absolutely love your videos no wahoo today been catch g some grouper and cobia out in the golf such a crappy Jan keep it up man

[@darius125593]

I love the bridge dives. Please make more?

[@Orisha1990]

It's like a fun mental exercise to try to identify the one amongst all of those.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

haha right

[@clydehopper2491]

Mostly just post comments to add too you traffic. This time I want to add ,I’ve been hitting the like button on Tick tock for you as well. You’ve come a long way baby! 😊

[@zc4905]

Such wonderful people, sending much love. ✌️

[@joshfortruth]

Thanks for all the good recipes!

[@JS-.-]

On my lime squeezer I did them the opposite of you and someone told me to do it the other way. I think your way is right!

[@masongeorge6430]

couldnt pay me to get in the water around those bridges lol you got some balls on you

[@toddbarton6835]

Hey have you ever thought abot spearfishing the 7 mile bridge. Ive always wondered what itd look like down there and wether or not itd be loaded with fish. Just an idea/selfishly lol but it could be a cool video. Thanks for the great content! 😊

[@jimhair8513]

Exactly dive bro and find fish to eat Good luck friend ❤❤❤

[@mydogsnameisbob]

Tired of Mangroves? No, I'm in Colorado, Mangroves are downright exotic to me. Love watching your videos while I work.

[@mrmister385]

Aaron, This is way off topic for your video, but I've noticed in several of your videos the "thud, thud, thud" of walking across the Kitchen floor. I'm wondering if you have access to the underside of the floor joists? We had a similar situation and had a company come in and spray insulate the underside. It makes a HUGE difference. And bonus, is also a tax write off for heating / cooling. Love you guys! Keep it up buddy!

[@KeyWestWaterman]

we don't have access to them without cutting out double layer dry wall underneath which is a huge pain. but I've had to cut in there before and it is insulated.

[@mrmister385]

@@KeyWestWaterman Sorry bud, I should have been more specific. It's spray Foam Insulation, not regular. Ours was wide open, but they did sheetrock over it. It made a HUGE difference in sound and heat/cool retention. Wish you all the best!

[@salteastsimon]

thats wild. the tidal currents are insane on the bridges. Its like a 1hr window when i went fishing down there. id be afraid to mis time the slack tide and get sucked out haha. props to you man, awesome video!

[@BigBopper-zm1kf]

Aaron, great technique in grubby water champion. The Lutjanid species of fish worldwide are probably the best eating table fish when you consider probably 90% great on the plate. 😊

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks for watching!

[@comfortablynumb9342]

What a great idea for a video on a crumby day. Some of those bridges have permit around, that would be a cool challenge for you to spear. I'm surprised you don't get hassled by barracuda around the bridges there. They followed me around the lighthouse on a reef down there, waiting for me to shoot a snapper.

[@jayjohnson9668]

We used to do that a lot when we only had hotdog buns. Just slice your fillets long ways fry em up and put on a hotdog bun with all the fixens and it still tastes just like a fish sandwich!😎

[@PeterBall-y9s]

Your paddle tail is upside down 😂

[@jimcathcart5116]

Years ago I was watching a video of a diver name was manny something dropped down on the Bahia Honda bridge and found himself surrounded by by 20-30 bull sharks he had to backup to a piling to protect his back

[@starshineraiser6729]

I absolutely love your kitty. He looks almost identical to mine. I hope it gets lots of fish.

[@maryantosz6195]

Those dogs look amazing! Great idea! We need the recipe for the secret sauce, please. Love you guys much!

[@chipguy11]

Great job Aaron! Must be good cus Will liked it!! 😂

[@tautog4424]

aaron, having been a mate on party boat in nj in my youmger years, i never th0ught of braining a fish and bleeding it. thanks to you, i have learned a new skill, i love sushi and especially black sea bass here in the northeast. the quality improvement is 10 fold even if i bake them the little effort it takes to brain and blade your fish is a definite no brainer. thanks for learning this old dog some new tricks. tog or blackfish would be even better........thx for sharing your knowledge. have fished for over 40 years and this is a great new technique for me ...............many, many thx and yes it would be benefit for our striped bass catches. wow , could not even begin think about picking a keeper out of a swirl of fish like you do.......i have learned a lot from your videos and i am always ready to look at new techniques..........

[@KeyWestWaterman]

really love to hear that! I truly think it makes a big difference on a lot of fish. glad you enjoyed the vid!

[@ttb1513]

@@KeyWestWatermanAaron, are you free diving and not using a tank? It looks like from 10:00 to about 11:30 is one continuous stretch of time where you never catch a breath and you wait for a fish, shoot, brain and bleed it, and then reload. I know free divers are a rare breed, but I would have been shooting for the surface after pulling the trigger, if I lasted that long. I’m amazed. Very cool video.

[@robertstanton959]

Dont think i'd keep those snapper on my waist. A little unsettling when that 10 foot hammerhead shoots by in that cloudy water.

[@EMan-cu5zo]

Me neither, just about every time I am in the water or fishing above the water I see a decent size to large shark. It’s a rarity if I don’t see them. Always have to bring a fish in fast before half of it gets taken.

[@robertmalis4493]

Absolutely great video Aaron what is that sauce that Madeline makes is it a simple ingredients

[@freddierowland2683]

PS....we own Bowlife and make merchandise....Tees, hats, board shorts etc. We so have in house designing. Let us know if you need anything. We HQ out of St Augustine not far from TBT. Will knows who TBT is.😊

[@juliafiore120]

27:14 And that is why I love Madeleine! 🤣🤣👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@khamen723]

I spent my teen years in the keys. Best years of my life 🎉

[@kristenadams13]

Love y’all from Oklahoma City! Thanks for sharing your lives. I got you Will lol

[@timjackson2799]

Another great Video , You are for sure a great spear fisherman !

[@darinbeepath629]

Sitting watching and enjoying wishing i was there❤

[@KeyWestWaterman]

thanks for watching!

[@nevillecrawford4198]

Love the vibe hopefully one day when I’m in south Florida I can come say hello and cook something together

[@jacobnauman]

Reach out if ever up in brevard about duck hunting. I go often. Maybe I could take you on a couple hunts and I could try to link up with you down south for some Ono shooting. Have all my own gear

[@garymay3826]

The nice part is, the weather seldom plays a role when you’re spear fishing. And you never catch anything too small to keep. 😂😂

[@danielperez2520]

Great video, some people will never understand the feeling when you're not able to get in the water for a week. 😁

[@J.McKnigj1612]

Aren't there usually a ton of sharks around the bridges? I've seen videos of huge bull sharks attacking fish being caught from kayaks around the bridges in the keys.

[@KeyWestWaterman]

usually there are yea

[@NomenClature-o8s]

Yeah. I fished the Keys a lot. Bull Sharks are anti social.

[@DadVenturesNature]

My wife and I were sure you guys were sure you guys were having a baby 😂 I have only had a few trips to the Keys, but it’s my favorite place on earth, and I hope to get back down there soon and hopefully I can also get in a moment of bridge spearfishing myself. Great video!