I’m Done With Charter Fishing | Why - When - How | What's Next...
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- Опубликовано: 19 май 2024
- 0:00 Beginning
1:00 My Resignation
1:50 Why? My Health
3:00 Why? My happiness
6:31 What's Next?
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Can't thank yall enough for the continued support 🙏 , If you're planning a trip to key west and would like a recommendation on another captain please reach out Via email I would be happy to share. www.dibsonbottom.com
Best of luck on the new chapter. Always admired you for being a straight shooter. Will be following for what is next. Peace.
You're only 34 young buck...
Like driving a school bus, bro. Good luck with your future ventures. I'm sure you will be successful.🫵👍🫵
I spent 34 years at a job I loved, the last 4 years was just miserable....I admire your passion...passion rules!
You are a smart man! I was a registered nurse for 46 years so I know what you mean. I changed my focus any times during my career from the O.R to community nursing to Arctic outpost, chemo, Palliative and Emergency nursing. I still love what I did but as you know anything can become routine and tedious. You’re young. You have an open sea to live and conquer in your own way!
I think I can speak for everyone in saying no judgement whatsoever for wanting to preserve your love and passion for the ocean. Thanks for being honest and candid, and excited for the next chapter of Key West Waterman!
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Absolute legend. Health comes before everything, bro. And no one wants to destroy a passion for money. Good luck in the future. Seem like a genuine bloke. And I would have loved to have gotten out with you on the boat.
Well, I'm an old salt former charter, tournament, and pleasure Capt for hire. I can flat out say that if you want to live poor, then get your Capt license and go in debt buying a boat that someone else has already moved on from. If you love deep sea everything then don't try to make a living at it. Now I have know a very few that made it charter fishing. They all had side gigs that helped them succeed at chartering. Brother Waterman find you something that will provide you a way to go enjoy the water and you don't have to worry about some googin ruining your day just because he's paying you to catch his brat kid the fish of a lifetime. Physically I do believe that you get shorter after those days of 3-5 or 4-6 foot seas. The only way I see for anybody to make it as a Capt is to work for a person that can't never spend his money. Professional athletes, movie stars, musical millionaires. Let them pay their dues for owning a boat or yacht. I could go on for days talking about the life of a 6 pack charter Capt. Head up my friend.
What a genuine and good hearted person my brother!!! Nothing but respect for you,it takes steel balls to do what you're doing with your business but i think that wherever the winds take you you'll be able to get it done...be blessed in your next venture.
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Man I’m 29, been chartering for the last 12 years. And I felt every bit of this video in my heart. I’m in the same boat as you, looking at options to have a better life for the wife and kids! I appreciate this video!
Most will never understand until you walk in those shoes yourself 🙏🏻
Sometimes we all need a rebalancing, can't wait to see how it goes..... and you spending more effort on videos sounds amazing to me i can't get enough!!!
indeed!
It's been a pleasure, sir. Thanks for all of the positive content, and for allowing so many of us a vicarious experience of life on the water. Bless!
Brother, doesn’t matter what you do, you’re still living the dreams for a lot of us! I’m glad you’ll still keep RUclips as a side hustle because you’re letting us share this paradise with you! As I’ve said before no matter what video you’ll make, you always makes me happy whenever you post a video. If you ever doubt, please know that you’re making my life better by me watching your vids!!!!
Go live YOUR dreams! This is childish
Aaron, hope you are excited about your next chapter, as you should be. It's sometimes scary but when I look back at my 59 years, it's the new chapters that made my life meaningful and dear to my heart. It's so much better than those set in their ways and never changing and trying to improve.
A man with morals who's not afraid to follow his heart no matter what people mite say or think. Outstanding! This old man has learned a lot from you. Thanks. Good luck on your next adventure. I'm sure I will learn something from that. God Bless!
Nothing wrong with going out on top! I think I speak for all of us when I say I hope this means a few extra videos to help us get by!!
I’ve met plenty of captains that I absolutely felt like I was a paycheck and not a client for someone who was passionate about what they are doing and happy to share that with me. It’s a lot of money for a day out fishing with your family and you incur all the cost for the boat. I agree that the sandbar trips are going to be very enjoyable for you! Life is about doing what you have to for you to stay happy and healthy. Hope you will continue to make some videos the scenery is beautiful!
yea I want to avoid getting to that point! thanks so much 🙏
Congrats on your ten year anniversary! I fully understand what you have shared and where you are. It does take a toll on not only our bodies, but also our minds. Those grouchy old salts got there honestly; it’s hard to stay positive when you’re dealing with aches and pains from running your entire operation! I wish you calm seas and sunny skies, thank you and God bless you Aaron and Madelyn !!
Takes an honest man to lay it on the line. Best of luck in anything you decide to do. Glad to hear the videos will keep coming.
Dude this is why ur so beloved. Your authentic! No matter what you do, we are following! Also, there is no need to apologize. The ocean life is HARD.
I’m excited to hear you’re starting a new chapter. We’ll follow you no matter what you choose to share with us. More videos would be fantastic. Happy to hear you’re going to help Madeleine. She’s a beauty, for sure and we wish her much success. Thanks for sharing your future plans.
Thanks Arron, Love everything you do and I am so glad you recognize when it's time to make a change. Be HAPPY! We are all VERY glad you will keep the videos coming as we all look forward to them. Good luck in your next venture!!!!!!!
You videos were, are and will be welcomed wide open whether it's 1 a week, 1 a month or (we'll leave it at 1 a month). No matter the quality, no matter the topic, your videos make people happy! We will always be on the boat with you even if in fewer videos (fewer, not NONE). Party on Garth!!
Coming from SWF and being on the water fishing since I was a boy, I have learned that fishing is something that I hold very dear. I knew as you have discovered that I never wanted to take something I loved and turn into a job that I may come to hate. I have enjoyed watching your videos, your passion for cooking what you catch and the friends that share the life you have built. One chapter closes, another opens. Best of luck! You will crush it, I am sure!
You are one open person who inspires many, thanks again for the great videos and we will keep following and supporting you!
Good luck buddy. Awesome of you to see the signs of your passion turning into work and trying to correct it before it’s too late. Much love from the PNW
All the best! You are an amazing man and I wish you a great journey going forward.
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You mirror my experience perfectly. I was a land based roosterfish guide for 9 years. The physical work of maintaining equipment, landing fish, hiking through the sand, the heat, etc. wore me down. I came to regret the pressure on and the decline of the fish. Some clients were great. Some were simply chest pounders. Some were.....
I quit and am glad for the good times and experience. - HPD
glad to hear its not just me, def gonna miss it in ways, but looking forward to the future.
Just wanted to say, through your videos we have learned a lot about the ocean! It feels like you are a member of our family. Blessings for you and Madeline on this next chapter!! ✌️
Thanks for the honesty. The memories you have created for you and your clients over the past 7 or 8 years are priceless. Good luck in the next chapter. Keep us posted.
Aaron, I wish you the best you are really an amazing person thank you.
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Glad you and Madeline are safe after the storms!! Always follow your heart... it's what makes you who you are!!! Best of luck in all your future endeavors!!
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Aaron, congratulations on your success, I wish you nothing but the best. I regret that I never got to book a trip with you but will continue to follow your channel and look forward to every Monday. So happy you are at a place in your life that you can make those types of decisions! Good luck with all your future endeavors! Thanks for everything my man!
Good for you Aaron. Protect that health. Thanks again for allowing my family the experience back in May. I will never forget it.
Man. I completely understand where you are coming from! I’m a spearfishing/ fishing charter in Miami Beach. And it’s sad to see my passion become something I dread to do some days. I’m only 3 years into doing it for a bussiness. You do you bro and I’m praying for your next chapter to be fruitful!
I enjoy keeping my career and hobbies completely separate.
Well deserved Aaron! I'm just jealous of everyone who got to go out with you. We'll be here for the next part of the journey!
Aaron and Madeline, your character and the courage to make the decisions that you have are an example to all of those who’s lives you touch. Thank you for living these models.
Congratulations on making your journey a happy success! We all look forward to your next chapter with Madeleine and new business venture. Whether it's a restaurant, or anything else, praying all goes well.
wealth is second to health . you know your limits.. 100% support on your decision.
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Aaron you have to live for two people. You are a winner, nobody, NOBODY, has the answers. You have the balls and brains to make a change. Your hard work and passion will guide you to success in life. Life is a challenge, you will succeed my friend!!!
thank you so much! 🙏 im giving it hell!
Good man! Congratulations on this new chapter. So appreciate your videos! I watch them doing breath holds on the treadmill dreaming of dives in my future. Thanks for sharing🙏🐟
I have watched this video more than once. It hit home with me because I have to suddenly change careers at 49 years old, a career that I love due to reasons beyond my control. This video has helped me in a few ways but I just wanted to say you motivated me outside of the water this time.
You are resilient and I know you could do whatever you want to do which means so can I. I don't know....just thanks. Thanks for sharing.
Congratulations on 10 years in the Keys! I look forward to hearing and watching what the next chapter brings. Hopefully you'll get more subs because you definitely have one of the more underrated channels in terms of subs. Keep on keeping on.
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Good luck brother 👍👍
thank you!
Happy 10 years in Key West, always here to support no matter what your future route is 🌊 thanks for the awesome videos you pour effort into
I have followed you for a long time and have learned so much about spearfishing. Your a great teacher! I love your respect for the water, reef, and sealife around. Never forget you spinning a private vid for my culinary arts students in DE. I have always treasured that experience and that meant so much to them. Wish you guys all the best in your future and keep the bands fresh and the tips sharp!
Man, I felt this. I've been running charters for a little over 10 years and sometimes it's hard to get motivated. When everything is perfect, fishing is great and the weather isn't poor.... it sure is the best job on earth. As you already know, that's not always the case.
We wish you the best in your new endeavors and I'm sure you will excel at whatever you do next.
I'm glad to hear that you will still be making content. I cant afford to live in the keys but your videos always make me feel like im there. Best of luck Capt. Thank you for all your time and effort!
Thank you for everything you have done so far and whatever you decide we’re here for you. I really appreciate your videos👍🙂
Everyone faces tough decisions in life. It’s been a pleasure watching your channel. My teenage son stumbled across you somewhere and you have been a guiding light for getting him involved in being on the water and fishing. Which has been great for me, because I got to get back into a hobby I hadn’t been doing for a long time. We both now have a hobby we share together. So I thank you for that.
hopefully you're opening a bait shop lol, now that would be a dream gig
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Aaron you’re a great steward of the ocean.
I try to be!
Congrats! Thanks to You, Madeline, and Will for all the content.
You have to be true to yourself. Your love of the ocean and commitment to sustainable fishing is to be admired. Very happily looking forward to more of your weekly videos! Best wishes to you, Madeleine and your future together.
I have mixed feelings regarding this. Fortunately for you, my opinion means nothing. You are attempting to avoid the unavoidable. We all have to go to work, We all have to pay our bills. I have been a paramedic for 27 years. I deal with BS on a daily basis. It is what it is.... You are your own boss. You make money, doing what you love. You have made it! Dont quit now! We'd all love to not wear ourselves out...LOL. Its living. Im 50 and hope to retire in 3 more years....with this economy, well all be working well into our 70's. Put me on the cancellation list. We'll have a beer!
I think a lot of people are misunderstanding. I’m not trying to avoid working, i will very much still be working and making a living. Just not doing it by the way of running charters.
RUclips money changes everyone
😂 only if you knew.
Good for you Aaron! Congrats on your big decision and wishing you amazing success on whatever your new gig entails! Self preservation for you, and your family & friends, is what matters. Looking forward to hearing more about what's next, and whatever you wish to share.
Respect for that my brother! You definitely got a 100% supporter here! Let's bring in the chapter!
I recall...been a long time now since, when my deer hunting and fishing buddy suddenly announced off Steinhatchee, " I'm done with the net." It was that cast net, and it wasn't good on the spine or those shoulders.
There comes a day for everyone. We were weekend warriors, not multiple days a week pro's.
He was in his 50's at the time, and in good shape. Wear and tear and time forgives no man. Enjoy everything in life while you can.
We will be here watching your videos, trying to duplicate your culinary arts and enjoying the pristine environment.
Best regards.
Aaron I'm super excited to see what's next for you, I have watched every video and love the genuine down to earth outlook that your business has instilled in you. Blessings to you and your family as well as your new indevors🙏
I’ve been watching since day 1. It’s awesome to see your hard work pay off. Although now I will regret living so close and never booking a spearfishing trip…Enjoy the break and keep crushing the RUclips machine!
Thanks for the update and looking forward to the next adventures that you choose to share with us all...!!!
Thanks Arron fro sharing your thoughts and videos, awesome do want you believe in yourself and keep the faith and videos coming 👍
Loved the videos, good luck on the next chapter of your life! Thank you for taking us along.
I hope that we can still share your love of the water and skills as an underwater marksman. Your peaceful presentations of your trips are always a pleasure to share. I wish you all the best in wherever the waves take you.
Have very much enjoyed your channel ever since I came across it. Your obvious passion for the sea and the ethics you show with harvesting are what keeps me tuning in every video! Do what's best for you buddy, will be here as long as you are! Best of luck to you!!
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So proud of you, Aaron! Health comes first ALWAYS. Never apologize for that.
Man, love that you're honest with yourself. I have enjoyed your channel and looking forward to seeing what comes next!
Good luck on your next journey! You’re very wise, excited to see what’s next.
I wish you the best in your new endeavors. We love your channel and will continue to look forward to the next adventure.
Truly enjoy watching your videos, you can see your passion for what you do in them! You have a great attitude and wish you the best in future endeavors. Best wishes and looking forward to your new endeavors.
What you’re saying makes a lot of sense.. Best of luck on this new journey and I can’t wait to see what new adventures you go on!!
新しい事に挑戦するのは勇気が入りますね、これからも貴方の活躍を応援します。👍
Whatever you choose to do, I hope it brings you great joy, just please keep the content coming on this channel which brings those of us that can't live the same dream great joy 👍🏻.
Best wishes.
I sure hope everything works out for you. I really love watching your videos. Glad to hear you will keep making them. I'm waiting for the next one. ❤
Proud of you. Life is short so follow your spirit. You are a positive voice for many. Keep pushing!
Best wishes on your next chapter! Its never wrong to follow your dreams and protect your passions. So many of us only pursue ours vicariously through your videos.
Good luck Aaron. Do what you love and if you can, keep sharing it with us.
Thanks for the memories brother. We will surely miss. May you and Madeline have a wonderful life together. Love you brother be blessed.
Congrats on a successful charter business! I'm excited to see what you have planned next, and you know we will all be here to support whatever it is!!
I want to say i am lucky to have gone out with you on a charter last year. We had a great time and caught some nice yellowjacks. You are a great capitan and i wish we had the chance to do it again. Good luck in your future. Keep your passion, it shows. I have gone on many charters over 30 years and you were one of the most down to earth, honest, easy to talk to capitans i have ever hired. Thank you and good luck....
So honest. I always wondered how you find the energy each day. You have to give the guy a lot of credit for doing what he set out to do!! I’ll keep watching!
Aaron, I’ve been a fan and have watched every video since you started the channel. Your channel has always been so authentic and transparent and I appreciate it. Can’t wait to see where the channel goes from here. Good luck buddy.
I respect what you do and I have a suggestion. Maybe you should consider creating/producing/writing/directing a soap opera series that centers around running an on-the-water fishing business or two, and balancing it with family life. I actually think you’ve already got a good head start!
Such a great video! Congrats on 10 years and congrats on new adventures! Cheers brother! 🔥🫶
Hey Erin, as long as we still get to see you guys living your life in paradise, I'm sure we will be more than extremely happy for you, thank you for sharing. much love and best wishes for your next chapter.
Congratulations my friend. It takes massive amounts of courage to follow your heart. I hope to meet you one day, and share my passion of mangos with you both.
May God continue to bless you and Madeline, your business, and your future.
Kuddos to you for following your dreams... and not wanting to kill your passion for the ocean. Best of luck on your new endeavors... enjoy watching your videos and cant wait to watch and learn about your new adventures.. once again best of luck on your new adventures!!!!
Glad I got to go on a trip before you hung it up!! Keep the videos coming, the fact that you are genuine is what keeps us coming back!!!
Damn my brother, Been watching for years now. Cards on the table I am sad. Not because you have decided to take a new turn in life but because I see you uncomfortable on the screen. Part of your success is your honesty and forthright expression of your feelings. We feel you my brother. You and Maddy are still in the beginning of your journey and I am sure success and happiness is in your future. God Bless yall and hope to see you soon.
I hope the next chapter in your life can be just as enjoyable as this one’s been. I always enjoy your videos and look forward to the future.
I enjoyed it and learned a lot. Nothing lasts forever and I do understand burn out due to pressure and developing interests elsewhere. Repeating success you have had is another kind of rut. I'm happy for you and I'm sure the fish are breathing easier with the announcement
All the very best Aaron on your new endeavors 👍
Love you brotha’. Good luck with the new path!
Aaron, Thanks for all your previous above and below water videos! I agree with you about having the love of diving and fishing getting jaded by thinking of it as work. It was work for me when I looked at the dock before a charter and saw 22 Lloyd Bridges and Jacques Cousteau clones ready to come aboard. Looking forward to more excellent videos , Thanks Capt Doug
Aaron, you are a wonderful person. Your passion for, and respect for nature, and other people , is portrayed in every vid. All of us that have been hooked on your channel THANK YOU
Hey brother first and foremost we all wish you health and happiness and good luck in your next endeavor, thank you for bringing joy to many, keep on rocking the salt life we will be waiting for your next video.
We 💯 support whatever you do. Your passion and love of the water shows every video. Who are we to judge what someone does with their life. Can’t wait to see what you bring us in the future.
We all love you and Madeline pray you the best in your future endeavors, but please keep making videos I live through you man
Glad you are putting yourself first! wishing you all the best on the next chapter!
Must say I highly respect your decision to turn to the next chapter. I discovered your channel from a friend who recommended it and I’m hooked. Your passion will carry you in the next faze of life. Best wishes! Josh in st augustine beach
really appreciate that! looking forward to what the future brings
sounds good aaron!!! keep pushing... glad to see ur okay with the storm.
You're far from the only one to go through this. I had to make a similar decision with my brewery after 10 years. Glad you made it out before you completely resented it; I wish i would've made that decision a year or so sooner than I did. 6 months later, I'm much happier and I'm sure you'll feel the same. Was hoping to book a trip with you during my annual month-long hiatus to Islamorada in March, but hopefully I'll see you out there enjoying it the ocean for yourself.
Thank you, Aaron, for opening your soul to us. I personally can relate to your heavy heart because I changed my career path during my forties because my passion was becoming burdensome. It worked out for me so I will 🙏 pray that you have the same success. God Bless you Aaron. I will be watching your channel as long as you produce videos.
Good luck brother...i'll be watching along to see where life takes you.
Mad respect Aaron. Keep living the life you love and nothing but love from coastal GA 🙏