Posts by Mrthayer

    I'm not a big diver but having seen a fair amount of sharks in the last 3 years I've always found that they keep well clear of humans, even the more aggressive Lemon Sharks (IMO), I'd drop the spear and fish and tread water quickly, first time I saw a lemon shark I rose above the water and didn't get wet for about 3 miles.

    In response to Jareyberrysplash,


    The spearing season opens August 1st every year, it is my understanding that 10 weeks prior to the season opening (may to August) the majority of lobster have already spawn their eggs, which is partly why the season is closed during March to August, this obviously allows for the population to re-establish itself. Also worth considering is here in the Bahamas our waters are thriving with Lobster, I'm not a deep diver and not a particularly good spearer, however friends of mine every year go to Andros and catch in excess of 300 in a two day trip, before you say it, these guys do this as part of their lively hood and spare time occupation.


    So in summary, the chances of finding a female with eggs after August 1st is quite rare, I've caught about 40 and never found a female and secondly we use slings which makes the whole process more sporting and enjoyable.


    Hope this helps sooth any hypocritical assertions.


    Having read the comment again - other than spearing how would you catch one, by hand is the only way I can think.

    Good Day,
    My name is Scott and I'm 28 years of age, currently reside in the Bahamas, West New Providence to be precise. I've been spear fishing about 30 times or so, over the last 2 years, I only ever catch crawfish (also known as Spiny lobster). As you may know here in the Bahamas we can only use Hawaiian slings for spearing.


    3 years ago I could barely make bottom in 12 feet of water, now I can reach depths of 40 feet and spear, I'm sure for the most of you guys these depths are shallow, but for me I'm nearly half dead if I go any deeper.


    I'll post a video of our recent spear fishing adventure.


    Thanks for having me.


    All the best
    Scott