Spearing, Author at Spearing Magazine

Tao Hoogland State Record Cobia

Posted by Spearing | Jan 31, 2021 | blog, Featured, Freediving, Spearfishing |

After months of planning and the setbacks of Covid-19 we finally got the opportunity to travel north to the mid west coast of Australia. We arrived in Denham a few days earlier with impeccable weather which allowed us to scout new and unknown dive areas to us, with the prospect of targeting large and elusive species known to the area. For the first few days the ocean was glassy but the diving didn’t live up to our expectations with poor visibility, strong current and mediocre size fish. On this particular day we’d just gotten out of the water at...

Weigh Safe

Posted by Spearing | Jan 31, 2021 | blog, Featured, Product of Week |

After days or weeks of planning, booking rooms, packing, prepping gear and the boat; it’s finally time to hook up and head out on that epic spearfishing trip or vacation. Many of us go through this same process at least once a year some many many more. We give the trailer its annual or in some cases monthly service. Checking tire pressure, greasing hubs, fixing the damn lights ….again. All these are important parts of making sure your tow to your trip is uneventful and goes as smooth as possible. One important detail that is commonly overlooked, yet extremely...

Lone Star Marine

Posted by Spearing | Jan 31, 2021 | blog, Featured, Product of Week |

Boats and spearfishing go hand in hand. Sure, a lot of divers are lucky enough to be able to walk off the beach or from a parking lot to access their local dive location, but the vast majority of people involved in spearfishing utilize a boat when traveling offshore for a day of diving. One of the most overlooked and underrated accessories on a properly outfitted dive boat is the windless. Obviously it’s not required but without a doubt it makes the day 100% better when you have one. I am sure we have all, at one time or...

Seared Tuna Burgers with Spicy Mayo

Posted by Spearing | Jan 31, 2021 | blog, Featured, Harvesting Nature, The Skinny |

Harvesting Nature Justin Townsend Editor-in-Chief www.harvestingnature.com Recipe Name: Seared Tuna Burgers with Spicy Mayo Serving Size: 6 patties Time to make: 30 minutes Special Equipment: Stove top, cast iron pan/non stick pan, spatula Beer/Wine Pairing: IPA, pilsner, sake, or white wine Also works with: most larger saltwater fish On a recent fishing adventure, here in Key West, we targeted blackfin tuna, which is known for superb table fare. Unfortunately, we did not catch any blackfin tuna, but we did get several tunny fish which are also known as false albacore and bonita. Most people toss this fish back...

Grilled Mahi and Mango Pico de Gallo Nachos

Posted by Spearing | Jan 31, 2021 | blog, Harvesting Nature, The Skinny |

Harvesting Nature Justin Townsend Editor-in-Chief www.harvestingnature.com Recipe Name: Grilled Mahi and Mango Pico de Gallo Nachos Serving Size: 3-4 people Time to make: 45 minutes Special Equipment: Grill, 2 baking trays Also works with: Any firm flaky fish Mahi-mahi is such a delicious fish. The flavor ranks in the top 5 favorite fish for me. I have caught and eaten mahi from both coasts and from the Caribbean seas as well. The flavor never disappoints. I find the meat to be lean with a firm texture and an almost sweet taste. Grilling is the perfect method to prepare...