Just watched your old FB vid where you talked about "Freedom of Time" being one huge measure os success and I couldn't agree more. Congrats your living so many other peoples dream.
Yup they are Oscars! I raised Chicklids & Africans for 35 years and I Loved them ALL. I envy you guys in Florida Fishing is Awesome and they are everywhere!
Velvet Cichlids. Used to catch a few dozen babies in a scoop from my backyard canal system and sell to aquarium/tropical fish store for gas money. Caught lots of big ones but never ate one. Was too spoiled catching and eating seafood when it was plentiful. But Oscar's are beefy!
Been wanting to go down there, I cant believe you beat me to it, same agenda here, Been fighting a torn rotator cuff so been laying low the last 60-90 days
Concealed carry is definitely a must! I'm glad you're protecting yourself! I would love to go down there and catch some of those fish and try them out!
U are definitely living the life, I mean all your videos u catch nice eatable fish u always do catch clean and cook's I mean you got it going on really enjoyable videos hope you get thousands of likes and subscriptions you deserve it
Hi JC love the channel if you’re ever interested in catching a few of them gar don’t know if you’ve ever heard of this, but you can make a rope lure and they will tangle themselves in it and allow you to catch them keep up the good work and tight lines
Just found your channel and I’m liking the vibe you got going, I’m glad ur enjoying your life outdoors and fishing, i retired from the service and getting in a lot of time fishing to make up for times I couldn’t fish much it sure is relaxing. That bridge was very sketchy because of the tiny shoulder, stay safe out there all it takes is one person not paying attention and then we wouldn’t be able to enjoy your videos, stay safe brother.
Love these videos! Appreciate all of your effort in creating this content for us! Most of all I’m happy to see you enjoying your life 🙏 stay blessed and safe out there brother.
Like your Andy Griffith show whistle. 😂 Been watching your videos and like your fishing attitude: Just living the dream one day at a time. Keep on fishing...
JC coming through with the catch n cook donuts lol!! I'll be down for that one brother!!😅 I have to say, those were some giant oscars you were catching! I only see them that big in aquariums and they still weren't quite as big as those slobs you caught! They make great fish sandwiches for sure! Awesome video brother😁👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
I fished the trail for 20 years driving back and forth for work between Tampa and Miami. It can be a real all or nothing venue, and when it switches on or off it seems to effect everywhere all at once. Next trip bring some small poppers with ya, and my absolute favorite lure for the trail the Mirrolure 4M (ultralight twitch bait) I call it my Tamiami Candy. Great for the Tarpon and Snook. I've got so many spots along that canal, but none are secret all are easily found.
@@RadReelingFishing enjoyed it, never thought of keeping Oscars though! Great video! Lots of places to explore. Some great bass fishing along the trail too, ultralight tackle is the way to go, they all fight well on that gear.
Good video JC, I always love fishing along the trail in the glades. If you end up needing more NLBN stuff Economy in Sarasota keeps plenty in stock so you can pick it up locally
Ha ha...yep, it's a handle. When the pan is empty and I put the handle in the correct position it tips over. I'll get better at it with every camping trip I suppose. Thanks for helping out.
I love your content. That's good living right there. I can't wait to come back to the everglades. I hope I get a chance to run into you out there someday. I would have a blast fishing with you brother. Keep the great content coming and keep enjoying life man. Peace upon you.
Happy fishing Friday JC sending you a big hug 💙💙🎣👍🏼 JC I have a recommendation for you for your next fishing and cooking/ over night camping video your should try a Savory Grilled Peach Salad with Arugula and Toasted Walnuts this are the ingredients 1 peach quartered, pit removed 1 tsp canola or grapeseed oil 4 cups fresh baby arugula washed and spun dry 1/4 cup toasted walnuts 2 oz goat cheese crumbled 1/4 cup sliced red onion 2 tbsp white balsamic ginger vinaigrette I loved the ending 👍🏼🎣
Myself and my son who's name is JC and is 26 are gathering as much info on everglades fishing as we can get in hopes of a trip for ourselves soon. We were watching your current series and the same question comes up between us. Seriously just how bad are the bugs? I myself have usually been ok when it comes to all but noseeems my son on the other hand seems to draw every bug inside a mile just like his mom.
Depending on wind and heat they are bad! Much worse at sunrise and sunset. But a bug net over your head long sleeve shirt and pants and sungloves and you're all set.
Hey J C friend and I are going to this location next week. Wondering where you got those little jig spinners you were using. You were slaying the Oscars. Good job thanka
I have not. I've watched some Gar catch and cook videos. The creators of those pretty much said the same thing, tough to clean, but very tasty to eat. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Thanks John, I didn't because the pan handle causes it to tip off balance unless there's weight in the pan to keep it upright. I had a camera in one hand and pouring oil into the pan with the the other. I couldn't hold the pan upright with the handle deployed. After I put oil in I guess I could have tried to put the handle in position, but I had the burner fired up and it wasn't safe to do so.
The meat has that orange yellow tinge to it. Does it taste like bass or blue gill or crappy? If not what does it taste like . They were some chunky monies. Love the vids Later
When cooked the meet is firm and doesn't have any hint of mud flavor or strong fish flavor. It's a very mild taste like crappie, but firmer than crappie. I think they are delicious.
The road is 41 near CransTown. Head east on 41 from the intersection at Cranstown, there aren't many bridges going west. For power stations I have two that I like. The videos are linked below of my reviews on them. If I had to pick one I'd go with 767 for more power... 767 Anker th-cam.com/video/SGlUEwp1MMc/w-d-xo.htmlsi=CajglQrI1nn0HhT2 757 Anker th-cam.com/video/UadMFdZwgVM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=iXdgbVGDDpzEYEn8
Coming to Florida in may. Are they catch and release? I was reading up on the regulations and thought that once caught, they had to be kept. All invasive fish
Hello Rad , Yessir , where did you get the nize limegreen rod u were catching cichlids with ? Nize Work On the Roadside Canals ( be Careful ) ,,, btw : wat timeframe did those invasive species take hold in the Everglades ( South La Florida ) ? ,,,, TY Sir :()
They are very tasty! The meat is firm and doesn't have a muddy or strong fish flavor. I'd compare it to Crappie, but thicker and firmer meat. I'd keep a bunch of them any day to eat!
The fish in the Everglades are full of heavy metals. Even the local tribes have been warned about eating too much. Too much isn't much at all. This info is available online if you don't believe it.
Maybe it would have been a good idea rather than contributing to the homelessness would be to take in the garage for a place to live besides a car? maybe.
Thanks for watching. No pin bones and the meat doesn't taste muddy or have a strong fish flavor. It's actually the best freshwater fish I've ever eaten caught in Fl., better than Crappie.
Just watched your old FB vid where you talked about "Freedom of Time" being one huge measure os success and I couldn't agree more. Congrats your living so many other peoples dream.
People don't know that Oscar's are very good eating when you filet them out of the skin. Alot of meat for a pan fish. Keep catching!
When I ran an aquarium fish store, Oscars of that size would have sold for a hundred bucks!
Yup they are Oscars! I raised Chicklids & Africans for 35 years and I Loved them ALL. I envy you guys in Florida Fishing is Awesome and they are everywhere!
Velvet Cichlids.
Used to catch a few dozen babies in a scoop from my backyard canal system and sell to aquarium/tropical fish store for gas money.
Caught lots of big ones but never ate one.
Was too spoiled catching and eating seafood when it was plentiful.
But Oscar's are beefy!
You can open carry in florida while going to and from fishing, hunting and camping I do it all the time
Coolest fishing trip i've ever seen
lol...... what do those signs say on both sides of the bridge?
Been wanting to go down there, I cant believe you beat me to it, same agenda here, Been fighting a torn rotator cuff so been laying low the last 60-90 days
fun👍thanks
Concealed carry is definitely a must! I'm glad you're protecting yourself! I would love to go down there and catch some of those fish and try them out!
I know that adrenaline rush was addicting catching fish every cast!. Best feeling ever especially with a swim bait!.
Awesome, the wind has been making it miserable to fish saltwater recently haha
U are definitely living the life, I mean all your videos u catch nice eatable fish u always do catch clean and cook's I mean you got it going on really enjoyable videos hope you get thousands of likes and subscriptions you deserve it
The dude makes homemade donuts with sugar glaze on a fishing camping trip! THE MAN!!! Seriously love your videos. Thank you for creating!
He has a bunch of fish in a bucket with no ice and he starts making a donut . On the side of the road?
It's too much for me here thinking about if he is going to clean his fish . And he burns his sausage . Goodbye.
Was that just a random stop? I’d love to get on some of those
It was on 41. There are bridges all along the highway that are holding fish.
Hi JC love the channel if you’re ever interested in catching a few of them gar don’t know if you’ve ever heard of this, but you can make a rope lure and they will tangle themselves in it and allow you to catch them keep up the good work and tight lines
Just found your channel and I’m liking the vibe you got going, I’m glad ur enjoying your life outdoors and fishing, i retired from the service and getting in a lot of time fishing to make up for times I couldn’t fish much it sure is relaxing. That bridge was very sketchy because of the tiny shoulder, stay safe out there all it takes is one person not paying attention and then we wouldn’t be able to enjoy your videos, stay safe brother.
Thanks for sharing your trip with us
"We got a drag ripper here" LOL love the channel.
These last 2 videos have been your best yet.
Love these videos! Appreciate all of your effort in creating this content for us! Most of all I’m happy to see you enjoying your life 🙏 stay blessed and safe out there brother.
Like your Andy Griffith show whistle. 😂 Been watching your videos and like your fishing attitude: Just living the dream one day at a time. Keep on fishing...
JC coming through with the catch n cook donuts lol!! I'll be down for that one brother!!😅 I have to say, those were some giant oscars you were catching! I only see them that big in aquariums and they still weren't quite as big as those slobs you caught! They make great fish sandwiches for sure! Awesome video brother😁👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
I fished the trail for 20 years driving back and forth for work between Tampa and Miami.
It can be a real all or nothing venue, and when it switches on or off it seems to effect everywhere all at once.
Next trip bring some small poppers with ya, and my absolute favorite lure for the trail the Mirrolure 4M (ultralight twitch bait) I call it my Tamiami Candy. Great for the Tarpon and Snook. I've got so many spots along that canal, but none are secret all are easily found.
Thanks for watching and commenting. I'm looking forward to planning another trip to the Everglades. There's water everywhere to fish!
@@RadReelingFishing enjoyed it, never thought of keeping Oscars though!
Great video! Lots of places to explore. Some great bass fishing along the trail too, ultralight tackle is the way to go, they all fight well on that gear.
That Tundras got plenty of life left in it, my last one hit 488K at 11 years old. My current one is a 2017 with 225K on it.
JC good vid, enjoy the trip
🤘🏻😎🤘🏻
Awesome stuff dude
I love how Oscars pull. Great fight.
great video! thank you, JC!
I'm trying to get Oscars out of these areas, failed 3 times only getting Blue Gills, will go again soon. Glad you had a good time.
Surprisingly now I want well done sausage and bacon 🥓😋, craving it JC !!
Ha ha...It's actually pretty good burnt too.
Awesome vids, thumbs up from Cairns, Australia.👍
Good video JC, I always love fishing along the trail in the glades. If you end up needing more NLBN stuff Economy in Sarasota keeps plenty in stock so you can pick it up locally
Great Video as always JC! We miss your Pompano fishing!
Love the new catch,cook,camp format!!
Absolutely awesome vid bro! Love the camping vids. I know things get tough but man u have got the life. Definitely gonna try those donuts. 👍🏻🤙🏻
Man, I had so much fun watching these two videos. We’re traveling to the Keys soon and will be traveling via Hwy 41. I’m definitely bringing my pole!
For the Keys I hope this guy is awful.
That airboat ride really looks like fun.🤗
JC I think that’s a handle on your pan. It’s only supposed to be folded over the pan when it’s closed.
Ha ha...yep, it's a handle. When the pan is empty and I put the handle in the correct position it tips over. I'll get better at it with every camping trip I suppose. Thanks for helping out.
Hahaha, great fishing, but you had me at the donuts...!
I love your content. That's good living right there. I can't wait to come back to the everglades. I hope I get a chance to run into you out there someday. I would have a blast fishing with you brother. Keep the great content coming and keep enjoying life man. Peace upon you.
Glad to see your catching fish and having fun! Love it!
Liked “Mr 9 millimeter” seems like one guy alone out there would be vulnerable to more than just gators.
That is a very lonesome road and cell service is sketchy. I carried everywhere while I was there.
Happy fishing Friday JC sending you a big hug 💙💙🎣👍🏼 JC I have a recommendation for you for your next fishing and cooking/ over night camping video your should try a Savory Grilled Peach Salad with Arugula and Toasted Walnuts this are the ingredients 1 peach quartered, pit removed
1 tsp canola or grapeseed oil
4 cups fresh baby arugula washed and spun dry
1/4 cup toasted walnuts
2 oz goat cheese crumbled
1/4 cup sliced red onion
2 tbsp white balsamic ginger vinaigrette I loved the ending 👍🏼🎣
Always enjoy your videos, JC . Fun and informative. Tight lines, buddy.
Nice!! You really having a good time!😊
Looked great I have to get back down there sometime.
JC, the sausages were not burnt, that’s what we call “Char-a-Fi-cation”. Aka. FLAVOR
Damn them Oscar’s prob worth some cash that size !!
Gonna have to get you an Oscar gaff 😂😂😂
Myself and my son who's name is JC and is 26 are gathering as much info on everglades fishing as we can get in hopes of a trip for ourselves soon. We were watching your current series and the same question comes up between us. Seriously just how bad are the bugs? I myself have usually been ok when it comes to all but noseeems my son on the other hand seems to draw every bug inside a mile just like his mom.
Depending on wind and heat they are bad! Much worse at sunrise and sunset.
But a bug net over your head long sleeve shirt and pants and sungloves and you're all set.
Hey J C friend and I are going to this location next week. Wondering where you got those little jig spinners you were using. You were slaying the Oscars. Good job thanka
I got them from Amazon here: amzn.to/3FTVldx
Amazing! I didn't catch what pound leader you were using. Do you mind sharing?
12 lb Trilene Big Game.
I heard Gar taste good, but are hard to clean. Have you ever tried one?
I have not. I've watched some Gar catch and cook videos. The creators of those pretty much said the same thing, tough to clean, but very tasty to eat. Thanks for watching and commenting.
That bar across the pan is your handle. It's just popped on there
Last time I caught Oscar's I got hit in the head by several fish compliments of my two girls 7 an 8 years of age. Missing them !
You will never be hungry there!❤😂
Great Show what find of fish were you catching JC
What?
Lift that handle on the pan!!!
Thanks John, I didn't because the pan handle causes it to tip off balance unless there's weight in the pan to keep it upright. I had a camera in one hand and pouring oil into the pan with the the other. I couldn't hold the pan upright with the handle deployed. After I put oil in I guess I could have tried to put the handle in position, but I had the burner fired up and it wasn't safe to do so.
Thanks for the explanation. You can't go wrong with the Johnsonvilles.
I like that Diawa BG. Got one can't keep it out my hands
I like 2500 BG. I use it for most freshwater fishing and some light duty saltwater.
The meat has that orange yellow tinge to it. Does it taste like bass or blue gill or crappy? If not what does it taste like . They were some chunky monies.
Love the vids
Later
When cooked the meet is firm and doesn't have any hint of mud flavor or strong fish flavor. It's a very mild taste like crappie, but firmer than crappie. I think they are delicious.
What campground do you stay at ? Airboat rides in central Florida are $35
It's called Midway.
Definitely Oscar and great to eat
You mentioned you use several power banks. What brand and size that you have do you like best.
And would you mind telling what road that is. Thanx
The road is 41 near CransTown. Head east on 41 from the intersection at Cranstown, there aren't many bridges going west. For power stations I have two that I like. The videos are linked below of my reviews on them. If I had to pick one I'd go with 767 for more power...
767 Anker th-cam.com/video/SGlUEwp1MMc/w-d-xo.htmlsi=CajglQrI1nn0HhT2
757 Anker th-cam.com/video/UadMFdZwgVM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=iXdgbVGDDpzEYEn8
Coming to Florida in may. Are they catch and release? I was reading up on the regulations and thought that once caught, they had to be kept. All invasive fish
Hello Rad ,
Yessir , where did you get the nize limegreen rod u were catching cichlids with ? Nize Work On the Roadside Canals ( be Careful ) ,,, btw : wat timeframe did those invasive species take hold in the Everglades ( South La Florida ) ? ,,,, TY Sir :()
Walmart, Zebco Hotcast. Early morning was the best time to catch the Oscars.
I hear peacock bass are good eating fish
I’m going to try this, simple and easy donuts
Great job JC👍 How do the Oscars compare to Crappie ( Speckled Perch) for eating?
They are very tasty! The meat is firm and doesn't have a muddy or strong fish flavor. I'd compare it to Crappie, but thicker and firmer meat. I'd keep a bunch of them any day to eat!
I'm sure you probably have talked about in other videos, what is the name of your little camp stove and where can I purchase one.
Thanks for watching. There's the link amzn.to/3FUOBfm I'm very please with it.
I wonder where this location is? I'd love to go try this out while I'm in the area!!!
Fish 41 near in the area of Everglades City.
Haha always pack Mr. 9mil!
When i filet fish i go over top of the rib cage much easier
I didn’t know you can eat oscars
Where in south Florida are you fishing ? I'm in north Florida
hwy 41 near Everglades City
The fish in the Everglades are full of heavy metals. Even the local tribes have been warned about eating too much. Too much isn't much at all. This info is available online if you don't believe it.
Thanks for watching and commenting. Please provide a link to that information.
Brown ones are red oscars, black ones are tiger oscars
You hearing is like listening to a kazoo..also they use an airplane or jet engines
That's a great example of what my hearing was like. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Super healthy fish and tasty either way. No mud taste with Mayans and Oscars, Super white flaky flesh with not a lot of bloodline.
Hearted already? Do you ever sleep??? 🤣
lol, that fish at a fish store would be $200
Southwest Florida is full of cops.But that's better than Chicago
They don't stay still 😂😂
ha ha...yep, it was a real challenge holding onto those for sure. Thanks for watching and commenting.
I can translate to England's as to what the gator is saying ,but its not a very nice comment .
That gator is sitting where he has seen other people fish under the bridge hoping you decide to get closer to the water for , him .
Nice but are they muddy tasting or have pin bones all in the meat. If they have pin bones they usually taste like gar.
Maybe it would have been a good idea rather than contributing to the homelessness would be to take in the garage for a place to live besides a car? maybe.
Thanks for watching. No pin bones and the meat doesn't taste muddy or have a strong fish flavor. It's actually the best freshwater fish I've ever eaten caught in Fl., better than Crappie.
I will not eat fish from the water look disgusting
it's clear freshwater