UPDATE ON THE TAGGED SNAPPER: "It was originally tagged by one of our samplers on August 8, 2023. It had 93 Days at liberty before it was recaptured by you on November 24, 2023. At the time of tagging, the snapper was 14.9 inches to the fork. The fish was caught over natural bottom at an average depth of 35 meters and presented with mild barotrauma. It was vented via a syringe style venting tool and swam away without issue. The reef you caught this snapper from is approximately 10 nautical miles from the spot it was released with a tag." They are sending me a Shirt, Hat, and Coozie! Still thought it was good info. If you ever catch one, be sure to measure it, and write the tag info down but leave the tag in the fish (if you release it). Then report the tag at www.outdooralabama.com/swtags. It really helps with research that greatly increase our fish populations and is very beneficial to the fishery and funding! (not sponsored by any one mentioned in the link above)
Hey Steven I don't know if you post shorts or have considered it, but the YT algorithm really likes shorts for boosting views. If you post that barracuda moment it might just go viral just like another commenter said. Great video man!
Hey my name is Jim. I live on the Mississippi coast. I love watching your videos. I learn a lot even though I’ve been fishing these waters my whole life. Thanks for the tips and advice. Love your channel.
Saw a lot of comments about your homecoming but could never get a good look at that GREAT 1st Cav hat. Thank you for your service and let me add another "welcome home." Ret. USAF E-8.
Those micro jigs are straight fire!! Mustad makes a 30g that has an assist hook and a treble. Cast it or drop it down. It doesn't matter. It's gonna get eaten!!! That cuda almost got you in the process. Cool video, keep pumping them out! Just bought a new 87" MK Terrova to go on my Saltwater boat.
Best TH-cam fishing video ever! OMG! This is better than anything I've watched on TV. You do such a great job....with both your fishing and commentary!!!!
Been a long day, started to watch when I first got that bell ring notification this morning, but got too busy, so now I’m gonna sit and watch this before I crash for the night. I appreciate the privilege. 👍🏻🎣🐟
Just found your channel and I love it. I live in IL and wish I had your saltwater access daily. I also love that it's strictly fishing and cooking your catch. No silly gimmicks or click bait like the other guys I have found.
This was a great video. That Cuba was amazing. Thought he was landing in the boat. I took your advice and checked my subscription and I was no longer subscribed? What ‘s with that? I re-subscribed. Keep these videos coming. Happy holidays to you and yours!
I have been looking at those Daiwa jigs in the tackle shop but haven't bought any. Too cheap I guess. You are right about those hooks. If they had just put triple x hooks they would be fine. It is strange the Almaco's didn't go after the banana jig. We have had good luck with them. I slowed the video down to .25 speed and got a great look at the cuda. You were very lucky. On Sammy Hitzke's channel he had a wahoo chase a popper and from the bow the wahoo cleared the center console and landed in the stern of the boat.
Definitely some lite hooks for sure. I didn't work the banana jig too quick, I believe that's why. and these speedy fish like kings, cuda, and wahoo are amazing to see ! Thanks for commenting !
Spectacular Barracuda attack I did some stop footage and I can't see how it didn't fall in the boat it certainly did some aerial maneuvers to get back in the water / You mentioned about getting hit with the Barracuda it has happened and there was a bite and it was extreme! I now would include more bandages even a pack of tshirts for severe wounds just in case of that fluke moment / That's just me and I'm not getting caught short of aid
It's been awhile since I've been fishing in the Gulf coast. I always tell my PNW friends about how good the fishing is, thanks for providing a place where I can share the Gulf coast fishing scene with others.
Hey man! I have a random question about taxes. I’m trying to become more savvy with tax write offs and I was curious if, as a TH-camr, can you write off expenses and gear when you travel and make TH-cam videos if you have an LLC for your channel?
@@BamaSaltwater yes for sure I definitely planned to do everything legally and through a cpa I was just curious before I started anything or asked them.
Wholey crap Stephen! I was actually unsubscribed, and that ticks me off being that you're one of my favorite channels to watch. Thank you for the heads up! And that barracuda action was INSANE! Awesome video as always! And yessir, i re-subscribed! :)
Stephen, I really like that you give us your rig for the day. I noticed that you often have a different rig on each video. Do you have a warehouse full of gear? Some of those rigs are several hundred dollars. Are you sponsored by someone who supplies you with equipment? Keep up the great work.
I love watching you! just fyi, it says please subscibe, the r ran away like the barracuda! That was awesome!! Thanks for sharing your time with us!! Tell mom Hi!
I just checked and dangit...it unsubscribed me again it seems everything the youtube app updates it does this but ty for mentioning it sir. Always a great video from my favorite salty our home is both in Alabama!!!
Love your videos! Loved the way you cooked the fish. It’s how we cook most of ours. We do our veggies straight on the Blackstone. There is a seasoning by Fiesta called Uncle Chris’s Gourmet Steak Seasoning. It is amazing on everything including meat or veggies. They have fish seasoning I bought but haven’t tried yet. You should try it. Amazing.
I do not currently run charters but I do have a few friends that run charter trips I can recommend: 1) Southern Sun Fishing Charters (251) 714-3098 Capt. Charlie 2) Great Southern Fishing Charters (256) 710-9028 Capt. Ben 3) Liquid Force Fishing Charters (251) 233-5731 Capt. Colton They are all excellent Captains. Best to call and find out availability. Be sure to mention Bama Saltwater
Our winter flounder fishing isn’t very good. As the females trickle back in from offshore spawning they don’t go to specific places so they are spread out and hard to target.
always enjoy your videos, one day when i take a trip there (all the way from South Africa) I hope to see you fishing. What did you get from the tagged fish?
I couldn't tell you the exact number of hours as everything is different , but I will tell you I've never ran out of battery on a single long days fishing trip in strong gulf current. Thank you!
Love your videos. I have a question if you dont mind. When you hooked that large fish that cut you off, why didnt you tightened your drag ? To prevent it from running into structure. Thx
Hi Stephen. I see you’re using a Sord to clean your fish. Do you have a preference with a 7” or 9” and what’s your thoughts on Sord vs Dexter? I’m looking to get a new knife.
I am a huge fan of the 7" because of versatility. I am partnered with Sord but have a huge collection of Dexters as well. Price is the biggest factor (like everything else) but I can say that my Sord knives have been through some serious environmental challenges with humidity, saltwater, etc and are still. holding up extremely strong with very little maintenance. That's why I prefer the Sord over the Dexter.
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UPDATE ON THE TAGGED SNAPPER: "It was originally tagged by one of our samplers on August 8, 2023. It had 93 Days at liberty before it was recaptured by you on November 24, 2023.
At the time of tagging, the snapper was 14.9 inches to the fork. The fish was caught over natural bottom at an average depth of 35 meters and presented with mild barotrauma. It was vented via a syringe style venting tool and swam away without issue. The reef you caught this snapper from is approximately 10 nautical miles from the spot it was released with a tag."
They are sending me a Shirt, Hat, and Coozie! Still thought it was good info. If you ever catch one, be sure to measure it, and write the tag info down but leave the tag in the fish (if you release it). Then report the tag at www.outdooralabama.com/swtags. It really helps with research that greatly increase our fish populations and is very beneficial to the fishery and funding! (not sponsored by any one mentioned in the link above)
Hey Steven I don't know if you post shorts or have considered it, but the YT algorithm really likes shorts for boosting views. If you post that barracuda moment it might just go viral just like another commenter said. Great video man!
For sure!!! I will edit one soon, thanks! I also have a TikTok as well ! @bama_saltwater
Another super enjoyable fishing trip. Thanks ! I played the barracuda attack in slow motion...he was almost in the boat. This footage should go viral
It was definitely epic to see and unexpected. Amazing how fast and aggressive they are
I also watched it in slo-mo and was an inch from being in there with you
Steve. I bet that Cuda got your heart pumping. Did mine....
This is Sal from Florida. Glad to see you are wearing a life jacket now. Safety first!👍
Yezzirrr!!
This is one of my favorite videos...i love that barracuda how determined he was...i had a similar experience with crazy mako!!!🥰🥰🥰🦀
It’s a little too chilly here in South Carolina, love watching your videos…and I appreciate you always thanking our Lord above
It’s been on and off here but nothing too cold yet!! Thank you!! Tight lines and God Bless
You are, by far, my favorite fisherman on TH-cam. Thank you for all the awesome videos man. Keep up the great work!
Agreed. He’s fun to watch
Thank you for the support!!
I would like to chime in here to agree with y'all. Definitely the best and my favorite as well. The next best thing to being there.
Thanks!
I appreciate you!
Hey my name is Jim. I live on the Mississippi coast. I love watching your videos. I learn a lot even though I’ve been fishing these waters my whole life. Thanks for the tips and advice. Love your channel.
Another great video. Thanks buddy!
Saw a lot of comments about your homecoming but could never get a good look at that GREAT 1st Cav hat. Thank you for your service and let me add another "welcome home." Ret. USAF E-8.
Number 1! And I use the 96” Rhodan on my Century 2600.
Very nice video thank you and will pay forward!
Thank you!
Those micro jigs are straight fire!! Mustad makes a 30g that has an assist hook and a treble. Cast it or drop it down. It doesn't matter. It's gonna get eaten!!! That cuda almost got you in the process. Cool video, keep pumping them out! Just bought a new 87" MK Terrova to go on my Saltwater boat.
I love your channel, thanks for taking me fishing today.. much enjoyed by all .
Glad you enjoyed thank you!!
Best TH-cam fishing video ever! OMG! This is better than anything I've watched on TV.
You do such a great job....with both your fishing and commentary!!!!
I truly appreciate that haha!! It’s just so cool to witness what goes on out there!! Thank you!!!!
When you do a cooking video, you starve me to death. Love it. Thanks again.
Love it haha! Thank you!
Been a long day, started to watch when I first got that bell ring notification this morning, but got too busy, so now I’m gonna sit and watch this before I crash for the night. I appreciate the privilege. 👍🏻🎣🐟
Yezziree! I appreciate your continued support! It's very motivating! Thank ya bro!
Awesome day of open water fishing. Nicely done
That's fishing
Yes it was!! I appreciate you !
Thank you for being generous!! You made that guys day I’m sure! He had dinner too!
I thoroughly enjoy sharing a fresh catch !! I fished off the bank my entire life and finally was able to get a kayak and boat just a few years ago.
Love it !! Another catch, clean and cook !! All the love from SA ❤
Thanks so much!!
You are by far my favorite yt channel! Keep being awesome! What’s your favorite fish to catch? To eat?
My favorite fish to catch has to be a king mackerel or Spanish mackerel tbh, but my favorite fish to eat is a Wahoo
Great video, warm up here in La-I would be worn out fighting those fish! Your cooking adds to the channel! Ready to go back!!
Thanks for taking us along man that looked excellent
It was amazing for sure! And extremely fun too haha
Just found your channel and I love it. I live in IL and wish I had your saltwater access daily. I also love that it's strictly fishing and cooking your catch. No silly gimmicks or click bait like the other guys I have found.
Thanks!!
Had my first taste of Almaco Jack earlier this year. Yum yum! I wondered why some ppl throw them back. Just plain delicious fish. Great video!
just outstanding,momma approves its allgood.staysafe an godbless..
Wow, that barracuda was insane! I really enjoy this channel and love seeing a notification.
Thank you!! It really was!!
Do you ever keep the heads for stock or just give to the crabs ? Another great video thank you.
Man that was so cool you gave the dude a couple fish. God bless you brother I love your channel.
Awesome catching that tagged fish
Ikr! I just mailed off the tag form today. Curious to hear back!
This was a great video. That Cuba was amazing. Thought he was landing in the boat. I took your advice and checked my subscription and I was no longer subscribed? What ‘s with that? I re-subscribed. Keep these videos coming. Happy holidays to you and yours!
Thank you !! And thanks for checking!! It's weird , I have no clue why ! Definitely annoying on YT's part. Thank you!!! You as well!!
I have been looking at those Daiwa jigs in the tackle shop but haven't bought any. Too cheap I guess. You are right about those hooks. If they had just put triple x hooks they would be fine. It is strange the Almaco's didn't go after the banana jig. We have had good luck with them. I slowed the video down to .25 speed and got a great look at the cuda. You were very lucky. On Sammy Hitzke's channel he had a wahoo chase a popper and from the bow the wahoo cleared the center console and landed in the stern of the boat.
Definitely some lite hooks for sure. I didn't work the banana jig too quick, I believe that's why. and these speedy fish like kings, cuda, and wahoo are amazing to see ! Thanks for commenting !
Enjoyed the trip! Thanks for posting. I thought that Cuda was coming in the boat!!
Love the videos! 💪🇺🇸🤠
Thank you!!
Really enjoyed this one. Looked like a lot of fun catching them….and the cooked up fish and broccoli looked delicious!
Great stuff.
It really is a fun time when they hit that lure so hard ! And yes, hard to beat a fresh meal for sure!! Thank you!!
Thank you for another great video. Congratulations on your three Amico jacks. They are delicious by the way.
Thank you!! I'm glad you agree, they are slightly underrated but excellent eating!
Rockin’ the Blackstone FTW!
We love it. It's survived heavy storms on our porch haha!
@@BamaSaltwater yeah man, I’m in SE MI and have cooked on mine in a foot of snow. They are sturdy for sure.
That was very exciting with the Barracuda out of the water... awesome!!!
Ive always used the double UNI also, good content, i just wish i could add more saltwater species to my 13 out of Biloxi
the legend best youtuber everrr!!🔥🔥
Love all ur videos. Thank you for taking us along.
Why didnt you keep the bonita? curious
thanks for the video, so much fun watching you fish, wishi join ya
God bless
I lived in Panama City and Pensacola for a short while and loved it.
One of the BEST videos yet!!! "It's a SMOKER"!!!! hahah. I love it!!
Hahaha it had me stumbling over my words !! Thank you!!!
Love the videos...thank you for Thanking the Lord on every video... God Bless
100%% everyday God Bless
Spectacular Barracuda attack I did some stop footage and I can't see how it didn't fall in the boat it certainly did some aerial maneuvers to get back in the water / You mentioned about getting hit with the Barracuda it has happened and there was a bite and it was extreme! I now would include more bandages even a pack of tshirts for severe wounds just in case of that fluke moment / That's just me and I'm not getting caught short of aid
Ikr!! I couldn’t believe it either when I reviewing the footage. And 100%% . I keep tourniquets and bandages readily available
Thank you for making my birthday a little better! Always enjoy the videos!!
@@GardenerEarthGuy Thank you!
i enjoyed watching this...i can imagine that fish tasted so good
It did for sure !!
It's been awhile since I've been fishing in the Gulf coast. I always tell my PNW friends about how good the fishing is, thanks for providing a place where I can share the Gulf coast fishing scene with others.
Any time! I’m glad you enjoy it!!
Bama, when are you gonna get into spear fishing?! Haha love the videos man!! Keep it up you’re living my dream!
Haha, I have done it before but personally I like being above the water :)
Hey man! I have a random question about taxes. I’m trying to become more savvy with tax write offs and I was curious if, as a TH-camr, can you write off expenses and gear when you travel and make TH-cam videos if you have an LLC for your channel?
100% recommend reaching out to a CPA since every one is different ! @@MrDillon45
@@BamaSaltwater yes for sure I definitely planned to do everything legally and through a cpa I was just curious before I started anything or asked them.
I’m moving to Alabama next year, and I’m super excited !
Sweet!!! It's a small state but can be simple and nice to live in!
Awesome barracuda action lol your videos are always awesome and love your personality keep on making great videos
Thank you !!!
Another awesome video, thanks for taking me fishing again. Just wondering, do you bleed out all the fish you keep, or just certain ones?
Eh It depends tbh. Most jacks species, tuna species, or mackerel species get bled out but I can be beneficial for all fish.
I have been thinking about relocating to the Gulf Coast somewhere. It really is beautiful.
Sure am glad to see you wearing the life vest thanks buddy enjoy the videos to much.
Great show great person and the best of all great food. 🫵
Great video would like to meet you be moving down to Fort Morgan by next summer.
Very nice filleting skills ! Always awesome videos
Thank you!! Sharp knife helps haha
I just KEEP getting lucky. I don’t even have notifications turned on, but for your channel, I’m doing that now! God Bless
God Bless! Thank you!
Glad I ran across you, watching from South Carolina. Also, LOVE the hat!
Awesome!! Thank you for watching!! God Bless!!
Wholey crap Stephen! I was actually unsubscribed, and that ticks me off being that you're one of my favorite channels to watch. Thank you for the heads up! And that barracuda action was INSANE! Awesome video as always! And yessir, i re-subscribed! :)
Thank you for checking !!!! It's definitely something that is pretty irritating that happens. and yes! Very fun trip!! Thanks!!
Just found your channel and I love your videos. Keep them coming.
Perfect Birthday present.. Thanks Bama!!
Great video. And thanks for tip about TH-cam unsubscribing-I was. What about the tagged fish you caught? Did it amount to anything?
THAT was INTENSE!!!
Had to rewind no less than 5 times!
It was definitely something insane to witness for sure!! Haha Thanks
Stephen, I really like that you give us your rig for the day. I noticed that you often have a different rig on each video. Do you have a warehouse full of gear? Some of those rigs are several hundred dollars. Are you sponsored by someone who supplies you with equipment?
Keep up the great work.
Haha I buy, sell, and trade rods/reels a lot just to try em all and can give an honest opinion. Daiwa is my favorite reel company though ! Thanks!
Dude this video was incredible!!
I want to see you catch some more amber jacks on the slow pitch rod!
I have to tell you Steven, you’re a great cook. Dude you really could start a restaurant
On the Atlantic 21 or 22 they did close the Almaco Jack season towards the end of the year
Interesting to hear! Thankfully we have a good reef program here !
I love watching you! just fyi, it says please subscibe, the r ran away like the barracuda! That was awesome!! Thanks for sharing your time with us!! Tell mom Hi!
Haha IKR!!! I noticed it after I had uploaded it, surprised no one has mentioned it yet hahaha!! I aint perfect :) Thank you!! She says hi!
Great video brother!!! I watch every one ......
Thank you!!
I just checked and dangit...it unsubscribed me again it seems everything the youtube app updates it does this but ty for mentioning it sir. Always a great video from my favorite salty our home is both in Alabama!!!
Thank you for checking!! That's crazy for sure. Tight lines!
Hi,
What type of pole are you using in this video?
I looked in the description and I can’t find it.
Thanks,
Scott
Super fun video! I applaud you wearing the PFD. Do have EPIRB's too?
100% , I never go offshore without my PLB
Would like to see an update on that snapper tag
I mailed in the Tag info, we'll see what happens!
Nice to invite Mom over for gourmet meals!
For sure! She enjoyed it !
Could you please follow up on the tag you saw on the snapper , thanks
Hey I pinned the results I got back from the tag !
Love your videos! Loved the way you cooked the fish. It’s how we cook most of ours. We do our veggies straight on the Blackstone. There is a seasoning by Fiesta called Uncle Chris’s Gourmet Steak Seasoning. It is amazing on everything including meat or veggies. They have fish seasoning I bought but haven’t tried yet. You should try it. Amazing.
I know you are a licensed captain. Do run charters?
I do not currently run charters but I do have a few friends that run charter trips I can recommend:
1) Southern Sun Fishing Charters
(251) 714-3098
Capt. Charlie
2) Great Southern Fishing Charters
(256) 710-9028
Capt. Ben
3) Liquid Force Fishing Charters
(251) 233-5731
Capt. Colton
They are all excellent Captains. Best to call and find out availability.
Be sure to mention Bama Saltwater
Great video. Dang meal looks delicious
It really was !! Thank you!!
Do a lot of cuda fishing in Aruba and they’re one of my favorite fish to catch behind wahoo and mahi mahi
Great Video! We have flounder season starting soon....right? See you on the water.
Our winter flounder fishing isn’t very good. As the females trickle back in from offshore spawning they don’t go to specific places so they are spread out and hard to target.
You make it look so easy!!!!😊
always enjoy your videos, one day when i take a trip there (all the way from South Africa) I hope to see you fishing. What did you get from the tagged fish?
Awesome, I'm still waiting , I just mailed the form in !
Yesssir! That cuda on the rampage. Was awesome u caught that on vid. Great job bro! 👍🏻🤙🏻
Thanks!
Could you show you retie the hook on that jig...
I will try to include it next time!! I use a loop knot for the Bird of Prey Pomp Jig and a uni knot for most everything else !
I'll be watching for it@@BamaSaltwater
man when ever I see your videos in my recommended it gets me so excited, great vid
Glad to hear it! Thank you!!!!
@@BamaSaltwater all good man keep it up
Great video bro always enjoy your videos! God bless
God Bless!
Another fun video! Glad you didn't get hit by barracuda!
Same haha!! Thanks!
Another enjoyable video, great job. Not sure if you have been asked but with owning a boat why don't you have a dock?
Thank you! And one day I will! They are very very expensive!!!
Awesome video, as always! How many hours do you get out of the single 36 if you only use it for spot lock?
I couldn't tell you the exact number of hours as everything is different , but I will tell you I've never ran out of battery on a single long days fishing trip in strong gulf current. Thank you!
I’m watching snow fall right now, I need this. And I’m hungry now too…thanks!
Stay warm and cozy!! Thank you for watching!!
Another really enjoyable video 😊. Thank you so much for sharing 😊😊
I’m happy to share as always!! Thank you!
Great video that setup held up weld I never knew those jacks were that strong what pound braid did you have ?
15lb. Power Pro Braid and 3lb Fluoro leader!! It definitely got put to the test! Thanks!
Love your videos. I have a question if you dont mind. When you hooked that large fish that cut you off, why didnt you tightened your drag ? To prevent it from running into structure.
Thx
I had tried but these reels only have so much drag it didn't stop it
@@BamaSaltwaterat 22lb drag! Thats crazy ! What a monster!
How do you know that the seas were “supposed” to be flat.
Do you follow a certain app to know this?
Thanks
I go with the main source by using the NOAA website, but also wind plays a very important factor as well. www.weather.gov/marine/mobmz
Thank you brother
That was pretty cool action.
I thought so too! Thanks!
Gkad to see you wearing a vest when in the deeper water....Sue😊
Hi Stephen. I see you’re using a Sord to clean your fish. Do you have a preference with a 7” or 9” and what’s your thoughts on Sord vs Dexter? I’m looking to get a new knife.
I am a huge fan of the 7" because of versatility. I am partnered with Sord but have a huge collection of Dexters as well. Price is the biggest factor (like everything else) but I can say that my Sord knives have been through some serious environmental challenges with humidity, saltwater, etc and are still. holding up extremely strong with very little maintenance. That's why I prefer the Sord over the Dexter.
@@BamaSaltwater Thank you for replying!! I really enjoy watching your videos and appreciate all the knowledge you share.