Nowadays, we are almost completely divorced from our food sources; it is a recognized symptom of modern life. This is one of the reasons why I like spearfishing so much. It allows me to prepare an entire meal with my own hands, breath and body.
I slide into lovely immersion, spiraling weightlessness, a privileged access to a muted underworld, a world where I am just a visitor.
Spearfishing can be nerve-racking, but every single step of the way is an adventure, a step into the unknown. And every time you do it, you came out with a little more knowledge.
I like spearfishing – I like the peace and quiet of being at sea.
Since the beginning of time we have hunted for food, survived, and nothing more. I swim in the ocean, hold my breath, and catch a fish. The fish I shoot is an animal being free in its own natural environment, selected by size, has already multiplied itself and does not suffer that much as being thought. Beef for example, mainly comes from a natural area that was cleared for this purpose. The animal has a controlled life, is not free, generates pollution, suffers much at death and is part of an endless chain.
Spearfishing is not just shooting every fish that is passing by. Less than 1% of harvested fish around the world is caught with a speargun. The capture rate is much lower compared to industrial fishing. I do not shoot fish for a great picture or to prove anything. I only spear the fish I like and that I’m going to eat.
We human beings have great power; we have fishing nets, hooks and spearguns. I do spearfish! I choose what I catch by size (sexually mature), species (not endangered), behavior (not reproducing), time of year (season) and area (unprotected). I fish to share with our families, friends and guests.
Did you also know that most of the great environmentalists and conservationists, they all started with hunting. Because they were the only ones who were out and involved in these things.
Inspired by: @spearfishingtdy