Outrigger Tour

Outrigger Outdoors

Outrigger Tour takes you behind the scenes with guides, captains, hunters, anglers, and outdoor industry leaders who live the outdoor lifestyle. From bowfishing, flounder gigging, and bully netting to duck hunting, predator hunting, airboats, gear, and conservation, each episode features real conversations, expert tips, and authentic stories from the people who know it best. Real people. Real stories. Real outdoors.

Episodes

  1. Jul 9

    Florida Keys Bully Netting | Expert Tips, Gear & Techniques with Commercial Fisherman John Buckheim | Outrigger Tour Ep. 3

    Want to catch more Florida spiny lobster while bully netting in the Florida Keys?In this episode of the Outrigger Tour Podcast, we sit down with longtime Florida Keys commercial fisherman and seafood operator John Buckheim of Keys Fresh Seafood to discuss the techniques, equipment, conditions, and strategies that contribute to successful bully netting trips.With decades of experience on the water, John shares practical insights into reading weather and water conditions, locating lobster, choosing the right boat setup, avoiding common mistakes, and understanding how proper lighting can dramatically improve visibility and success rates when bully netting.John also discusses his commercial lobster fishing operation, the evolution of bully netting in the Florida Keys, and what newcomers often get wrong when they first start targeting Florida spiny lobster.Whether you're preparing for mini season, regular lobster season, or simply want to learn from someone who has spent countless nights on the water, this episode is packed with valuable information from a true Florida Keys waterman.🎥 In This Episode:• Florida Keys bully netting strategies• How to find more lobster at night• Reading weather and water conditions• Common bully netting mistakes• Boat setup recommendations• Bully netting lights and visibility tips• Florida spiny lobster fishing insights• Stories from decades on the water• Commercial lobster fishing in the Florida Keys💡 Featured EquipmentJohn relies on Outrigger Outdoors Swamp Eye® Submersible Lights throughout his commercial seafood operation because they provide exceptional brightness, reliability, and visibility in a wide range of water conditions. When you're spending night after night on the water, dependable lighting isn't optional—it's essential.Learn more about Swamp Eye® Submersible Lights:https://outriggeroutdoors.com/collections/bully-netting-lights🌊 About John BuckheimJohn Buckheim is a longtime Florida Keys commercial fisherman and owner of Keys Fresh Seafood. Through decades of experience harvesting Florida spiny lobster and operating commercial fishing vessels throughout the Keys, he has become one of the most respected voices in the industry.Keys Fresh Seafood:https://keysfreshseafood.com/🎙️ Subscribe for More Episodes Covering:• Bully Netting• Florida Keys Lobster Fishing• Bowfishing• Flounder Gigging• Duck Hunting• Predator Hunting• Fishing Equipment Reviews• Outdoor AdventuresShop Outrigger Outdoors:https://outriggeroutdoors.comFollow Outrigger Outdoors:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/outriggeroutdoorsFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/outriggeroutdoors#BullyNetting #FloridaKeys #FloridaSpinyLobster #LobsterFishing #FloridaLobsterSeason #KeysFreshSeafood #JohnBuckheim #CommercialFishing #FloridaFishing #BullyNettingLights #OutriggerOutdoors #SwampEye #SpinyLobster #LobsterMiniSeason #FishingPodcast

  2. Jul 4

    John Buckheim on Florida Keys Bully Netting & the “Casita Mafia” | Outrigger Tour Ep. 2

    In this episode of the Outrigger Podcast, John Buckheim shares his firsthand account of life on the water, bully netting in the Florida Keys, and the legal battle that became known as the “Casita Mafia.” With decades of experience in Florida’s lobster fishery, John takes listeners behind one of the most talked-about controversies in the industry and shares the story from his perspective.If you’re interested in bully netting, Florida Keys bully netting, or the history of Florida’s commercial lobster fishery, this episode provides valuable insight into the people, regulations, and traditions that shaped the industry.John discusses the creation of artificial reef habitat, the legal issues surrounding lobster harvesting, how the term “Casita Mafia” came to be, and what the experience was really like from his point of view.Topics discussed:• Florida Keys bully netting• Bully netting for lobster• Commercial lobster fishing• Artificial reef habitat• Lobster regulations and enforcement• The “Casita Mafia” story• Marine conservation• Life in the Florida Keys fishing industryWhether you’re passionate about bully netting, lobster fishing, commercial fishing, or the history of the Florida Keys, this conversation offers a rare firsthand look at one of the industry’s most well-known stories.Subscribe to Outrigger Outdoors for more conversations with commercial fishermen, guides, captains, and outdoor professionals. KEYS FRESH SEAFOOD: https://keysfreshseafood.com

  3. Jul 2

    Florida Keys Bully Netting with Captain Chris Simmons | Outrigger Tour Ep. 1

    In the first episode of Outrigger Tour, Chris Simmons with Key West Bully Net Charters takes us inside the world of Florida Keys bully netting—one of the most unique and exciting ways to catch spiny lobster. Chris shares how he got started bully netting, what makes the Florida Keys such a special place for the sport, the gear and techniques used on the water, and the stories that keep him coming back year after year. Whether you’re new to bully netting or you’ve spent countless nights chasing lobster under the lights, this episode is packed with firsthand experience and real conversations from someone who’s lived it. If you enjoy bully netting, Florida Keys lobster fishing, spiny lobster, night lobster hunting, bowfishing, flounder gigging, duck hunting, predator hunting, and the outdoor lifestyle, be sure to follow Outrigger Tour for new episodes featuring guides, captains, and outdoorsmen from across the country. Subscribe and follow so you never miss a new episode. BOOK A TRIP WITH CHRIS: https://www.keywestbullynetcharters.com

    Florida Keys Bully Netting with Captain Chris Simmons | Outrigger Tour Ep. 1
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About

Outrigger Tour takes you behind the scenes with guides, captains, hunters, anglers, and outdoor industry leaders who live the outdoor lifestyle. From bowfishing, flounder gigging, and bully netting to duck hunting, predator hunting, airboats, gear, and conservation, each episode features real conversations, expert tips, and authentic stories from the people who know it best. Real people. Real stories. Real outdoors.

Information

  • Creator
    Outrigger Outdoors
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Outrigger Outdoors
  • Show Website
    Outrigger Tour