EPIC Canadian Spearfishing! 🇨🇦  

Right?! Hopefully it sticks around into next week!

Thanks bro! Yeah, the conditions were amazing.

Thanks dude! Happy to share. Honestly, it's too amazing not too. So many people have no idea how accessible and amazing our ocean is. And that you don't need to dish out $5000 on scuba gear to enjoy the same views. Freediving and snorkeling can be just as rewarding. I love it.

Same! Always wondered about spear fishing here!

Thanks! Let's go diving soon. I wanna catch the Salmon in CR!

My pleasure man! I really appreciate the tip. It all helps out greatly. Cheers!

Haha cheers! Gotta bust out the dad jokes.

No way! Beautiful area. That butterfly world is for sale! I wish I had 2 million at my disposal haha. And that's just it, people who make those comments do so out of concern. No hate from me, I just like to educate them.

@@PNWSamson I'm actually surprised it's open. About 5yrs ago they were going to close down, so knowing it's still going is great. Ya I've lived at my place for over 7yrs, and it's like being in a city with all the traffic, and ambulances almost hourly haha

Do it! Always a good time. And yeah, we have some amazing waters. Where are you from?

Thanks! And no doubt! I bet it was still a blast though. Such majestic fish to view underwater. And super tasty as well. Best of both worlds! Thanks for the comment! 🙏

Nice dude! I'm from Nova Scotia. I've yet to dive back east. Can't spearfish but I'd love to see some blue fin tuna or even a great white in Canadian waters. On the bucket list. If you're ever on Vancouver Island, reach out!

Haha for sure! Brett is such a dope guy. I hope the video made him proud!

@@PNWSamson Thanks dude, stoked for you to use one.

It is isn't it? Cold water diving is where it's at. So beautiful. And yeah, spearfishing looks brutal from the outside looking in but we care more for our environments than the vast majority. Or at least the people I dive with do.

I'm really happy to hear that! This was one of my favorite trips in a while. Having that break, although I wanted, made me itch to get in the water. The wait was worth it!

Although unwanted*

Cheers! The conditions were something else. I love big schools of fish amongst kelp.

Wicked! I'm sure it's just as beautiful in other ways. Hard to beat kelp though!

Cheers! NZ? No way. I didn't think I'd have people viewing from there. New Zealand is on the list, it looks amazing!

Damn that sounds amazing! Maybe I'll add that spot to the list. Cheers!

Dude, epic. I wish I was there right now!

Thanks so much! Sorry for the late reply. And totally true, people who have never gone into the ocean try tell me what to do... They don't have that same level of appreciation and understanding that we do that's for sure. It's the ultimate way to connect with mother nature and the food that ends up on the table. Good luck on your journey, it's an exciting one!

I know! Makes me happy/sad. Let's dive soon! Working my 7/7 shift!

Wicked dude! I'm in the lower mainland 50% of the time. Good times!

Awesome! Happy you like it. ✌️

No way! Happy to hear that. Thanks! 🙏

Nice dude! Yeah, it's definitely a fun and rewarding time. I hope you find the equipment you're looking for!

Thanks! So many people have no idea how phenomenal it is. We are definitely lucky!

Thanks! Honestly, sometimes the most time consuming part is finding a song that goes with the vibes. Happy to know the searching pays off!

Thanks man and wicked! For sure, if you're on a boat get some gear for sure!

The west coast of the island is where it gets amazing! I don't see too much kelp between Campbell River and Victoria. I don't think I see any around Nanaimo. Don't get me wrong, diving around Nanaimo is awesome in its own way, but the life you see on the west coast is incomparable.

@@PNWSamson Damn can't wait to pay a visit to the west coast! Might start off with Tofino

I appreciate the sub! The adventures are a blast, I'm happy people find value in the edits. Cheers!

Thanks! Happy to be with the family again. 🙂

Thanks Stephen! You guys have great white sharks to worry about too right? That mixed with bad visibility would have me a little freaked out haha. Especially while spearfishing. We don't always have conditions like that and depending on the area, big schools of rockfish are a rare sight. But we definitely had it good that day! I'd love to make it down to California one day and explore. Hopefully some kelp left by the time I do!

Wicked! Those would be beautiful areas to explore. Spearfishing is amazing, rewarding and sustainable. You definitely appreciate the fish you catch that's for sure!

Cheers! And that I was haha. The break, although unfortunate, gave me a new found appreciation of our waters. Going on that dive was icing on the cake. Doesn't get too much better around here!

Haha thanks, I love when they tag along. And no doubt, the visibility was next level.

Cheers dude! Thanks for the gun!

100% it didn't last long!

We gotta dive/collab sometime man! I'd love to get into the ocean one day with you. Haha my kids are 3 and 4. I'm sure they will be running from my camera soon enough lol.

@@PNWSamson Yeah I agree, we should. I would like to come over and see some herring spawn next year. Been a long time since I played around in Seymour Narrows too.

@@petrhermanadventures9509 totally. I have an airbnb. Give me enough notice and I can block off some dates!

It's a lot of fun. I just go to see the wildlife most of the time, bringing home dinner is the added bonus!

Get in man! The sea is good for the soul. I hear ya though, life can get hectic.

@@PNWSamson Litterally can feel the day wash off me when i do!

No doubt!

Epic eh! Such a fun day

Cheers dude!

Thanks brother!

Thanks brother!

Thanks bro! And we totally lucked out. I wish I was back there as I type this!

Hello from Canada!

Thanks! I'm just the middle man. The diving was phenomenal!

Thanks! 🙏

Couldn't agree more!

100% man let's get out!

Haha, we call 15m vis "Hawaii vis." I guess everything is relative!

Nope! Virtually no risk in British Columbia. We are somewhat lucky in that respect.

For sure! Crabbing is awesome too though and a great entry level way to learn to breath hold harvest. You are already well on your way!

I appreciate that! Happy you enjoyed it.

Cheers King!

Haha so true, thanks man. And agreed, a little light goes along way. Those colors definitely popped. Cheers 🥂

Totally! Can't beat it!

Haha I finally got you covered!

Yeah, so dumb. It's legal here but very restrictive. Basically no spearfishing in fresh water and many salt water species are off limits. What makes me mad is New Brunswick can export a few hundred million in crab each year but you can't hold your breath and dive for one for dinner. So backwards... I'm from NS originally, I'd love to dive on the east coast one day.

Lobster not crab*

Haha that was funny. The vibes payed off!

That's a bummer. It's rare but it's like that a few times a year. Not often in the summer. I've seen some epic footage from Not Cal though!

Do it man! And yeah, they seem like a happy medium between scuba and freediving. I've yet to try one but they look cool. Our fish and chips? I'm assuming you mean British Columbia? You can order fish and chips made with lingcod. You most likely have had Ling fish and chips if you've eaten them in the PNW in the past.

Thanks, happy you're enjoying the content. Diving up the Indian Arm is my favorite spot around Vancouver. Up around Silver and Granite falls is beautiful. Hmm, yeah it can be a little overwhelming. I'd suggest going into the store and talking to the staff in person. Some manufacturers will fit your body shape better than others when it comes to wetsuits. Fit is the most important thing, but I'd go with a 2 piece open cell 7mm suit. The cressie and beauchat are really nice. Any simple snorkel will do and a low volume mask. Same deal, I'd try a few masks on to ensure you have a good seal. It can be a little stressful and expensive to buy all the gear but it's also super exciting. Once you have it and take care of it, it should last for years.

If you go to Diving sports in vancouver they'll be able to answer all your question and help you get geared up. They used to be specialized in freediving gear. They have expended to also include scuba now but definitely still have really strong freediving roots.

Yeah! Diving sports would be a great resource for sure. Check out all the freediving groups too. Freedive BC, Vancouver Island Freediving, Spearfishing and Snorkeling, Snorkeling BC to name a few.

That would be dope! Daniel Mann's thing is to "dive everywhere." I should shoot him a message haha.

Haha yeye 😎👑

Totally! I find them pretty rich, I can usually only eat half a one unless I make pasta. Super healthy too.

I made a video on how! It's super easy. This video could be 2 minutes shorter haha. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-LhxBQLcJVbs.htmlsi=orW1va3OpW89c_zG

Thanks! For the underwater stuff, insta 360 ace pro. Above water, Google pixel 7 Pro and Sony AX700.

Its just like crab they don't get closed like shellfish.

Yeah exactly, they are not filter feeders so all good. I wouldn't harvest them from some areas though. For example, near waste water treatment plants, etc.

Well, if you're already comfortable in the water that's half the battle! There are a bunch of people around Vancouver and Vancouver Island who teach freediving. Oceanoid is who I received my training from. They are amazing. As for harvesting, I have an educational playlist that covers most of what you need to know. From there, just get some practice and experience freediving before you grab a gun and your set!

Check out @uvicfreediving

If you haven't been in the ocean I'd say you're missing out. Never too late! Check out Vancouver Island freediving, spearfishing & snorkeling on Facebook.

Hmm, there must be a RU-vid video out there. You just need some lead shot, a bike tube, buckle and some electrical tape. Pretty straightforward I believe!

West coast of the island! 😁

My growth has been slow. I think my channel is niche. All good though! I do it for the love of it.

@@PNWSamson keep making good content travel around get really clear water shots

Will do! Cheers

Not in British Columbia, no. I believe first Nations can. I'd be concerned about their mercury levels. Probably sky high!

@@PNWSamson I guess every animal in the ocean that is on top of the food chain and has a long life span has the same problem ? I know for sure also tunas have lots of mercury.

Yeah, exactly. And they eat lots of fish! They hunt seals on the east coast of Canada. They club baby ones. They must be low in mercury due to their age.

Watch the video! Haha. I explain it at 4:05

@@d-monster4340 thanks, not sure what you mean by Chad speak? I don't expect everyone to listen to everything I have to say so no worries.

It depends on the province. It's legal in British Columbia. Very restrictive in fresh water, somewhat restrictive in the ocean but we can still target most species.

@PNWSamson what's the biggest species that you have which can be legally taken ?

@@sibijames650 technically a salmon shark. I've never seen one nor would I pull the trigger on one though. Halibut or lingcod. Halibut can be massive but they have maximum size restriction. Lingcod can reach 85+ pounds, the biggest I've shot was around 30lbs.

@@stevelloyd2581 It depends on the person. You can't tell me what diving is about... Some people dive commercially, some dive for photography/videography, some dive for research/education, some dive for conservation and some dive for food. I do all of the above. You seem to click and comment on my spearfishing content but have you watched any of my other videos? The clean up dives and beach cleanups I've coordinated with my friends? The video in which I found over 200 illegally set crab traps off Kitsilano beach? Probably not... Question, are you going on Facebook groups and hounding dive charters about rockfish conservation? Are you emailing bottom trawlers off the west coast of Vancouver Island about their destructive fishing practices? Do you yourself consume seafood? The only meat I consume is self caught from the ocean. No store bought seafood, no steak, no pork, etc. 99% of my diet is plant based. Congratulations on putting in 60 years of diving, that's awesome. Good for you. Please stop acting like I'm the problem. I do a f@#k load for the ocean and do my best to educate people on all the best practices on my channel. Spearfishing is selective and sustainable. I see a rockfish, I point, I shoot. I used to jig all day and catch a dozen before catching a lingcod. Every dive I go on I pick up lures and lines from the ocean's bottom. Again, I'm not the problem.

I'm harvesting for myself and family. I choose to source my protein sustainably from the ocean. Although I understand you care for wildlife, as do I, I prefer to know where my seafood comes from. If you want to take aim, go to a grocery store and educate people on overfishing. I am not the problem.

Thanks brother! I'd be happy to take you out diving. I always appreciate the comments and support. Cheers!