One time, I was kayak fishing in a southern California Bay. I had fins on. After a few hours out there and a dozen or so fish caught, a pool of fish guts, blood, and salt water was starting to form in the kayak. One of my feet had been sort of soaking in it for a few minutes. Without thinking, I put my feet in the water as I fished just like you. Not even a couple minutes later, I feel a surge come from my bottom right and swings the kayak out of equilibrium, but not enough to knock it over. Next I see a huge shadow in the corner of my eye from below, and a vicious sound I still can vividly hear if I replay the scenario in my head. It was the sound of a huge male sea lion biting my fin (luckily missed my foot). It let out this strange grunt that ive never heard in any animal before. It immediately pulled down, I fall off the kayak but am holding on to it with my left hand, and the thing lets go. I get back into the kayak after a minute, and something surfaces 10 feet infront of me. The sea lion was fucking giant, and to this day i dont know if it was saying sorry or just checking out wtf he just bit.
@@FishermansLife Bro in everyone of your kayak videos I get nervous for you when you sit like that haha. Most people are scared of sharks, I'm more afraid of the crazy sea lions. Up close when they bite they have psycho eyes.
I can feel that your mood is totally on another level. Its almost as if you've mastered your craft in everything you do. Calm, Collected and have TONS of fun ! Respect from New Zealand
Hearing you talk about getting up and feeling better brought a smile to my face. Been going through a lot this last month and hearing that gave me a boost to keep going Thank you!
The best part about FishermansLife is that over the YEARS I’ve been viewing, his content has stayed the exact same. Amazing, down to earth, just having fun. Keep it up!
That was a funny vid! Life vest going off, lingcod jumping, Taku impression and cooking on the kayak asking if propane will explode easy!🤣🤣🤣🤣🐟🐟🐟 nicely done!👍 👍
You are very clearly very positive and motivated that’s all you need. Motivation beats age any day, my grandpa is 79 and he still occasionally does kayak fishing with me
Thats funny that you screamed, that eafly in the morning half asleep i prolly woukda screamed like a school girl too, i would have let him keep the 5 bux and glasses, i know how it is to be broke ive nvr been homeless thankgod, but theres been times me and my 3 kids had no heat no electric, i had to bring food hkme from work to feed them, luckily i started going atound to thrift stores yardsales flea markets, picking trash and dumpsters, and reselling it on ebay, now im doing pretty damn well for myself and my boys, im a single father, buf im glad you just let him go, no need to get the dude all jacked up by the popo,
If you pay close enough attention to some of the things he says, you realize there is some wisdom he speaks into his videos. It adds a lot of charm to a simple vlog about fishing that creates such a good vibe.
love how all you guys, Mav, NW Fishing Secrets, Outdoor Chef Life, etc. watch each other videos and comment on them and do collabs together. Instead of competing against each for views you have created this really cool community. I love watching all of your channels videos! Keep up the great content!! and thank you!
Man I am absolutely loving the frequency of your uploads these days. I’m a big freshwater guy and I binged all of your old videos when I flew from Wisconsin back to my home state Idaho several months ago. I literally was so inspired that I added on a one night stay in San Francisco to my returning flight. My profile pic here is me surf fishing for the first time ever with a 12lb Okuma freshwater travel rod 😂. I could only fish in the AM as rioting led to curfews in the city that particular night. Didn’t catch anything and that’s ok. I just had to experience the same atmosphere that you do all the time. Keep it up bro
Man I can’t believe ur at 1 mill about 4 yrs ago I met u at golden gate u were fishing and took a picture and that was about u were at 5k, man time go fast, keep growing
Absolute madlad, boarding a kayak like that off the rocks by himself, bleeding his fish on the boat with sea lions around, and then frying up that fish on a pan where one bad wave literally burns your balls off.
A good friend had a huge propane tank outside of his house. One day he went on vacation and he was at the airport but his flight got canceled. He had to wait an extra day. The evening that he was supposed to arrive home, the propane tank exploded early in the morning. He lost his house but probably would’ve lost his life if his flight was on time.
Duude!! Huge thanks for all the work that you put in to bring us all this content!!! I can't imagine doing everything you do making sure that you are recording it. Specially at the beginning of the video when everything was so complicating working against you!!!
Whirlwind video! Life jacket pops, then big seal, then big ol ling jumping at you, Homeless guy story, and then a good meal to end it. What a roller coaster! haha
Love this guy, so all do respect and never want to see anyone hurt. And considering he is an adult and makes his own decisions...so with all that said. When he almost drowned the first time he went abolone diving has now been replaced as my favorite video by this video when he goes chest deep with auto lifevest on. OMG I laughed out loud when it inflated! hahahah and in his always gracious attitude forgives his stupidity and moves on. He reminds me of a Golden Lab, great smart hunting dog and 5 minutes later eats 5 pairs of socks.
Ha! Qwik Quells! They used to hand them out to us when I first joined the Australian Navy. Nice to hear they are still in business and still work. After a few trips out, I stopped using them as I didn't need them any longer.
A million subscribers!!!!! Congrats! Been watching every vid for years. You deserve it bro. Thanks for all the entertainment and great videos without cheesy music and cheesy overproduction
THESE ARE THE VIDS I LOVE. The boat ones were just like everyone else’s. It’s great how you’re down on the water showing us the types of fish and jigs. It seems more educational. And your more calm like your initial vids. Thanks for helping us through this pandemic! Big Ups from Coachella🙌🏽
Dude, wear helmet man. I've seen bad stuffs in the ER when people rolled from their kayak and stumbled on rocks. Your videos are my white noise before ending my day, always waits for it. It would be bad if something happen to you man. PS: Come to think of it, try to make an audiobook man. Your voice is kinda cool and soothing.
Like how you explains how to fish and down to the little details for thows of us that have never fish before and you talk to use like we are best buddies and we are just right there in the boat
This mans balls could anchor a whole warship. Keep up the content bro! Started following about a year ago and it’s crazy to see how far you’ve come, blessings!
Bro, you have the most interesting catch & cook channel on RUclips. You have a great way of letting your audience know what's going on in your head and in the surroundings. Keep up the great work!
I don't fish at all, and haven't been in a long time, but I've been watching your videos for the past few years now. Love the content you been putting out, and it feels good to see your success over the years! Keep it up brotha!
One time, I was kayak fishing in a southern California Bay. I had fins on. After a few hours out there and a dozen or so fish caught, a pool of fish guts, blood, and salt water was starting to form in the kayak. One of my feet had been sort of soaking in it for a few minutes. Without thinking, I put my feet in the water as I fished just like you. Not even a couple minutes later, I feel a surge come from my bottom right and swings the kayak out of equilibrium, but not enough to knock it over. Next I see a huge shadow in the corner of my eye from below, and a vicious sound I still can vividly hear if I replay the scenario in my head. It was the sound of a huge male sea lion biting my fin (luckily missed my foot). It let out this strange grunt that ive never heard in any animal before. It immediately pulled down, I fall off the kayak but am holding on to it with my left hand, and the thing lets go. I get back into the kayak after a minute, and something surfaces 10 feet infront of me. The sea lion was fucking giant, and to this day i dont know if it was saying sorry or just checking out wtf he just bit.
Hahahaha that's scary man!! That's my big fear when having a stringer over the side
Funny the sounds we can make when we're caught off guard 😂😂
@@FishermansLife Bro in everyone of your kayak videos I get nervous for you when you sit like that haha. Most people are scared of sharks, I'm more afraid of the crazy sea lions. Up close when they bite they have psycho eyes.
100% agreed man. Sea lions freak me out a bit. Sharks are like big fish. Sea lions are a lot smarter and you never know what they’re thinkin 👀 😂
Does this help the channel bud?
Dude that Ling jumping out of the water was next level...... 🔥
That was so sick!! Topwater Lingcod??
Never seen that happen before!
I would have made a much louder sound, that thing was huge!
You guys need to make a video together
Man u took the words right out of my mouth that was the coolest thing since sliced bread I want more lol
14:51 "I'm Taku... that one." You got me 😂
Also the unplanned lifejacket activation. RUclips gold
Haha .. i was weak sounded just like you ..😆
Hi Taku
😂😂😂😂😂
I found you because of Matts. Love the RUclips fishing community.
I also found Taku thanks to Matts
I can feel that your mood is totally on another level. Its almost as if you've mastered your craft in everything you do. Calm, Collected and have TONS of fun ! Respect from New Zealand
New gelend
@@mychalnielsen2284 Niw Zulland
Do you get attack by sharks or whales
@@michelleraines6617 Lmao what is this thread
"Doing this while I can. Before I'm too old."
I'm understanding this idea lot more lately. I need to start planning.
Live to the fulliest
ok 1, i laughed at ur lifejacket, dropped my jaw at the rockfish jumping but also lost my shit at the homeless story lmfao woow
Love you mav. Colab with him soon 🙏🏻
Dude wasnt homeless. He was robbing this guy and got busted
Imagine waking up in your truck bed to a homeless dude sleeping in your cab 😂
Sup Mav
MAVerick
That taku impersonation was spot on 😂😂
Had to rewind😂😂😂
Hearing you talk about getting up and feeling better brought a smile to my face. Been going through a lot this last month and hearing that gave me a boost to keep going Thank you!
That homeless guy was a fish god in human form. He rewarded your kindness with black rockfish
Dude so truu man
“Almost certain that’s a male, because it’s got that lil thing sticking out” -Fisherman’s Life 2020
😂 it does though
@@FishermansLife lol wtf
Flick
And he was playing with it.. haha
I LOL at that too!!!
The best part about FishermansLife is that over the YEARS I’ve been viewing, his content has stayed the exact same. Amazing, down to earth, just having fun. Keep it up!
Exactly how it should be!
That was a funny vid! Life vest going off, lingcod jumping, Taku impression and cooking on the kayak asking if propane will explode easy!🤣🤣🤣🤣🐟🐟🐟 nicely done!👍 👍
"Dumb idea? A lot of people just said yes". 🤣
Keep doing your thing, homie. Appreciate the content!
You are very clearly very positive and motivated that’s all you need. Motivation beats age any day, my grandpa is 79 and he still occasionally does kayak fishing with me
Thats funny that you screamed, that eafly in the morning half asleep i prolly woukda screamed like a school girl too, i would have let him keep the 5 bux and glasses, i know how it is to be broke ive nvr been homeless thankgod, but theres been times me and my 3 kids had no heat no electric, i had to bring food hkme from work to feed them, luckily i started going atound to thrift stores yardsales flea markets, picking trash and dumpsters, and reselling it on ebay, now im doing pretty damn well for myself and my boys, im a single father, buf im glad you just let him go, no need to get the dude all jacked up by the popo,
Mad props for showing some compassion for the homeless guy!
I was laughing so hard when your life vest went off and then you said Retreat retreat LOL
If you pay close enough attention to some of the things he says, you realize there is some wisdom he speaks into his videos. It adds a lot of charm to a simple vlog about fishing that creates such a good vibe.
very nice of you to let that homeless guy go. they already have it hard enough, and props to you for realizing that and being a decent person!
This guy is so goofy & hilarious. The Taku impersonation lol.
Getting spoiled off the frequent uploads. Keep em coming please sir.
Homeless guy probably just wanted to go fishing with you
LoL
Should’ve let him keep the 5 dollars at least
He was just waiting in the car ready for the roadtrip
Hell yeah I did
Keep your car doors locked.
Damn the world needs more people like you, why you so nice
That flame between legs is scary.. just in time for xmas..chestnuts roasting on an open fire🔥 ...lol
Wow! Extra props for cooking on your yak! Thought about it many times but never got brave enough! lol Fisherman's Life for the win!
Lingcod jumping into your kayak while me trying to catch my first keeper Ling for two years 😭
😂😂 sorry Jun. If it makes you feel any better I didn't catch one this day lol
hahahaha...... that was crazy. i jumped to lol
Hey Jun! Another one of my fave fishermen.
you're a good dude for not calling the cops on that homeless person. in that situation they'd hurt so much more than they'd help.
YES ANOTHER UPLOAD CANT WAIT FOR MORE VIDEOS SINCE LING AND DUNGENESS SEASON HAS STARTED!!! Love your videos btw!
love how all you guys, Mav, NW Fishing Secrets, Outdoor Chef Life, etc. watch each other videos and comment on them and do collabs together. Instead of competing against each for views you have created this really cool community. I love watching all of your channels videos! Keep up the great content!! and thank you!
Man I am absolutely loving the frequency of your uploads these days. I’m a big freshwater guy and I binged all of your old videos when I flew from Wisconsin back to my home state Idaho several months ago. I literally was so inspired that I added on a one night stay in San Francisco to my returning flight. My profile pic here is me surf fishing for the first time ever with a 12lb Okuma freshwater travel rod 😂. I could only fish in the AM as rioting led to curfews in the city that particular night. Didn’t catch anything and that’s ok. I just had to experience the same atmosphere that you do all the time. Keep it up bro
Man that’s so cool! He does good work.. and inspiration for me and my vids as well!
Nice I love how he has his own line of lures and terminal tackle.
I want to try it out 👀
LOL "im Taku" We love Taku!
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I’ve watched this video several times, including the day it was released. To this day the PFD moment is still hilarious to me 😂. Love ya Matts
LMAOO THE OUTDOOR CHEF LIFE IMPRESSION 14:52
Gotta get me a vertical jig. That was a great day of fishing. Fun to watch.
Man I can’t believe ur at 1 mill about 4 yrs ago I met u at golden gate u were fishing and took a picture and that was about u were at 5k, man time go fast, keep growing
I love how you are so positive in this video
Absolute madlad, boarding a kayak like that off the rocks by himself, bleeding his fish on the boat with sea lions around, and then frying up that fish on a pan where one bad wave literally burns your balls off.
HAHA bro
Literally! Haha
Madlad is just the vibes I was getting from this
Bro, don't you ever feel like you have to explain yourself to anybody. Your a fucking deadset inspiration on a humanitarian level
Okay you singing a song and then having it be your outro song should become a regular thing.
Great fishing expedition. Quite exciting. Stay safe always. Fish On
when the apocalypse happens and the water is the only safe place, this guy will be set
Wow. My dude now has 1 million subs. Doing this for a living now. That's living the dream baby!
A good friend had a huge propane tank outside of his house. One day he went on vacation and he was at the airport but his flight got canceled. He had to wait an extra day. The evening that he was supposed to arrive home, the propane tank exploded early in the morning. He lost his house but probably would’ve lost his life if his flight was on time.
Nice rockfish catch and cook up in the Kayak Crazy 😝! You do some exciting and crazy things ha ha ! Thanks again Matt’s !
"Too small" *YEET*
Omg I am laughing my ass off. So glad you left the life vest action in there!! Adventure and comedy!!
A small nob of butter. (Dumps the whole bar in)
its a small amount for a French recipe
First time here?
that was actually a small amount by his standards
I rate those words at the start, it’s getting out that’s the hardest part, but then it’s the best feeling when you are out
Everyone’s first until they refresh
The toss back is real. Love it
"Dumb idea? Lot of people just said yes." Yea I'm one of em haha. It does look like fun though.
Lol, Matt has to be one of the most likeable people on the earth. God bless you man!
"I think he's a male cause he's got that thing"
*proceeds to touch it😅
You are a hero for cooking lunch on the kayak, absolute legend!!
Bro it happened to me also one time I stayed at a buddy's house in SF, came to my car seen some getting ready to take a nap lol I feel ya bro
U GOT ME HOOKED IN THE FIRST TWO MINUTES!!!! I'm so high I don't even remember why I clicked. Such a good video!!!!
Bro try wacky worming the swimbaits it kills on the Oregon coast everytime I go! I kill it , no matter the conditions . Could make a dope video
Duude!! Huge thanks for all the work that you put in to bring us all this content!!! I can't imagine doing everything you do making sure that you are recording it. Specially at the beginning of the video when everything was so complicating working against you!!!
"I'm Taku.." haha
A beautiful day in the neighborhood . I like these video's alot . It's good to see you stomping the same ground as me .
I'm wondering what setup you use for jigging...
Cracked my butt off when you imitated Taku. 😂😂😂
Whirlwind video! Life jacket pops, then big seal, then big ol ling jumping at you, Homeless guy story, and then a good meal to end it. What a roller coaster! haha
Love this guy, so all do respect and never want to see anyone hurt. And considering he is an adult and makes his own decisions...so with all that said. When he almost drowned the first time he went abolone diving has now been replaced as my favorite video by this video when he goes chest deep with auto lifevest on. OMG I laughed out loud when it inflated! hahahah and in his always gracious attitude forgives his stupidity and moves on. He reminds me of a Golden Lab, great smart hunting dog and 5 minutes later eats 5 pairs of socks.
Ha! Qwik Quells! They used to hand them out to us when I first joined the Australian Navy. Nice to hear they are still in business and still work. After a few trips out, I stopped using them as I didn't need them any longer.
"Oh man, big-ass sea lion".
*takes feet out of water*
*These videos soothe my soul.*
When you're early and don't know what to say:😐
Just say hello
A million subscribers!!!!! Congrats! Been watching every vid for years. You deserve it bro. Thanks for all the entertainment and great videos without cheesy music and cheesy overproduction
That jump out the water was INSANE
edit: maybe you bring the homeless man fishing next time.
100% my favorite RUclipsd. Can’t wait till I move out to San Diego to go sea fishing just because of these videos.
So cool! When do you move? I want to get out to Cali and make some videos there too!
He's honestly pretty damn smart by cooking in the kelp cause it will keep his kayak from drifting out to far.
THESE ARE THE VIDS I LOVE.
The boat ones were just like everyone else’s.
It’s great how you’re down on the water showing us the types of fish and jigs. It seems more educational.
And your more calm like your initial vids.
Thanks for helping us through this pandemic!
Big Ups from Coachella🙌🏽
Dude, wear helmet man. I've seen bad stuffs in the ER when people rolled from their kayak and stumbled on rocks. Your videos are my white noise before ending my day, always waits for it. It would be bad if something happen to you man. PS: Come to think of it, try to make an audiobook man. Your voice is kinda cool and soothing.
I like these videos. A good break from the cinematic style videos. You look like you are just chillin too which gives good vibes
Wth a homeless man sleeping in ur car that is crazy. I would have flipped out. Things are really changing for the worst...
I think he lives in San Francisco and that used to happen to me even in the 90s but I lived in the mission back then
What an unbelievable day you had! I laughed, I cried, I was nervous and anxious. Hope you get a ton of views on this.
Shouldve brought the homeless dude fishing with you!!
Hindsight is 20/20 🤦♂️
Coolest place I've ever seen to cook lunch.
LMFAO The outdoor chef life impression was funny af 😂😂😂😂
Great shot of the fish jumping after your lure!!!
Luckily I was filming!
Like how you explains how to fish and down to the little details for thows of us that have never fish before and you talk to use like we are best buddies and we are just right there in the boat
Ive never fished in my life (**unassisted), but I love watching your videos! Super relaxing, keep up the great work!
Best fishing content on youtube by far
“We do these things not because they are easy, but because they are hard.”
That’s what makes an adventure.
Just have to make sure the heat doesn't melt the wet suit. Thanks for sharing. Great video.😎🤙
Awesome video! The best thing now is you're uploading two videos every week.
0:48 Ughhh I’m sorry my dude, I laughed my ass off... At least you’re good and out there getting it! Great fishing adventure bro! 🙌🏽
Wow you had quite a day , including a fish jumping out of water chasing your lure. Awesome Video and Story as always 🌟👍
It was raining fish Matt. The fish jumping out for the bait was the sickest part. Nice content really made my day. Thanks man and be safe 😁🤙👍
"Man with a plan!" Iike it!!!!
Your a pioneer for the cook on kayak my brother.
This mans balls could anchor a whole warship. Keep up the content bro!
Started following about a year ago and it’s crazy to see how far you’ve come, blessings!
Matt’s with the: 🎵🎶 “Shes FRESH, so Fresh” drop 👊🏼😎🤙🏼!! Awesome upload Brotha, Cheer’s mane from Fresno🍻
2:00 This is very much true, I'm very glad I decided to do something about the position I'm at in life
In the NW... Salmon fisherman cook on the boat all the time. It's super cool to have fresh grilled food while fishing.
Bro, you have the most interesting catch & cook channel on RUclips. You have a great way of letting your audience know what's going on in your head and in the surroundings. Keep up the great work!
It's always a good day when I come home and see that you dropped a new video. Hell yeah!!
I don't fish at all, and haven't been in a long time, but I've been watching your videos for the past few years now. Love the content you been putting out, and it feels good to see your success over the years! Keep it up brotha!
"she's fresh, so fresh"...brutha, you are the BEST!!!
Man this is such a cool idea! Incredible video! Keep up the good work sir.