Happy Fisherman Ep60: Harpooning Marlin off the Shore of Eastern Taiwan

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The traditional fishing method harpooning lives on in eastern Taiwan. Leo joins Captain Lin on his hunt for marlin off the shore of Hualien. Though the terrible weather makes it a discomforting sail, such sea condition is crucial for harpooning to succeed, as the strong tides help the boat from being detected by marlin. Learn more about harpooning techniques and the environmental philosophy behind it.


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