220 inch whitetail buck shot at 7 yards!

[@042monty]

“Dream big, because Gods reality is bigger than your dreams” - great words

[@scottblair1113]

Just shared this video with my 14 year old son. I wanted him to hear those words .

[@042monty]

@NavDocRet I pray that before you leave this earth that you will say God is real because once you leave this earth you will know 💯that He is, but that will be too late❤️

[@realworldwildlifeproducts5512]

@NavDocRet not attacking you friend. I understand that doubt and fear give some the feeling that God isn’t real. I urge you to talk to someone. Reach out to us - praying you find peace and that something spikes to learn more about Jesus. He died for you and loves you

[@patrickpk6299]

@NavDocRet psst...covid is a hoax...

[@draven3838]

Words to live by

[@jazzdude904]

“As hunters, we should be judged more by what we choose not to shoot than by what we do shoot.” Great quote. 7:43

[@UncleBuckysOutdoorAdventures]

but why is that ? are antler size the only thing we judge by ? It should be the moment, each deer big, small and in between are the best to me... I shot a 181" buck with my bow and 3 days later my 12 yr old son shot his first buck a small fork horn and I was more worked and excited about that then the 181.. go figure.. I have no problem with someone chasing antlers, just do not judge others that do not take the time, effort or have the resources to chase the big boys.... and I am not knocking Don.. just giving another perspective....

[@jazzdude904]

@@UncleBuckysOutdoorAdventures if you listened in the video, he chose not to shoot because of the deers age, not the antler score which was over 200 at the time. As for a first buck for a child, nobody is going gripe about a kid shooting a spike or a 4 point as a first buck. That’s an amazing feeling for a child. But as I was always told, your next buck should always be bigger.

[@UncleBuckysOutdoorAdventures]

@@jazzdude904 no one has a right to gripe no matter who takes any legal deer.. and why should your next buck always be bigger ? that puts you in a box.. some folks will never shoot bigger bucks because of genetics .. does that mean if they shoot a smaller buck they are less a hunter ? not arguing, just debating, love to hear others views

[@jazzdude904]

@@UncleBuckysOutdoorAdventures I hunt with the mentality that I’m always going to make sure my next buck is bigger than my last. I’d like to see deer live a good long life and I’d rather let younger, smaller bucks live on to get bigger, breed, and enjoy their life. My mentality is that if you harvest smaller deer, eventually you’ll thin our your herd since less bucks are rutting and your genetics will be unfavorable.

[@hiTCAM00]

@@jazzdude904 yeah I’d say after two or three deer you should be chasing at least 6-8 points

[@scottallemong5079]

By far the best hunting documentary I've ever seen. Prior to the shot when Mel stops, looks to the heavens and closes his eyes. Was he saying thank you and it's time? I don't know, but so amazing. Fantastic tribute to a true woodsman/man and a deer.

[@drayve8590]

Don Higgins, if you ever see this comment, I just want you to know, you are a great man! You have values that, I’m afraid, are not too prevalent in this day and age. You are a good role model for young people, and even some not so young people, too!lol thank you. Ya got a good name too! Same name as mine! -Don

[@stevenpolk9575]

This video is so much more than hunting. Absolutely incredible.

[@21212121666]

I could not agree more I have now watched his video three times in a row for some reason this video means a lot to me and it’s not even my video

[@jakeenders7]

This *is* what hunting's all about for me

[@Patrick-y9i]

Absolutely the best story i have heard, i am so glad to have watched this video. Thanks to you, and thanks for being such a wonderful human being. I am 67 years old and soon to be 68 my dream is to get one of those monsters and my hopes are my grandson who is 5 years old can follow in my footsteps. Take care and god bless.

[@mikemitchell9157]

Getting ready to head into the woods and the part where you waited for your grandkids brought tears to this 32 year old fathers eyes. Thats what its about my friend

[@1234tric]

There is no crying in deer hunting you baby. Lol!

[@mikemitchell9157]

@Octavian The Hooper well my response to him must've been deleted by youtube or something. Good luck little man. I'm getting ready to head to the woods myself. And on a side note just realized I said I'm 32..... im 33 lmfao. Enjoy the time ya have cause sooner or later you start forgetting how old ya are lol

[@dwaincearley1916]

Absolutely

[@flacoral]

69 years old and only deer hunted 3 or 4 times in my life. But through the magic of the internet I "hunt" vicariously through others. I've seen the beauty of those, young and old, male and female, that have shared that special time of their dream come true. And I've shed tears with them but no more so than watching you. Thank you for sharing your story and your heart. {yes, I'm shedding tears because I'm connected to people of heart}. Made my heart smile.

[@Triple87]

This man is the best kind of hunter.

[@karolskakes388]

Never cried over a hunting video before. God has blessed us with your story - thank you for sharing God's work with us.

[@johnbarnett8052]

Just sent a prayer God would bless you for another. Every person I prayed would get a deer has and their biggest one yet. So thankful and more prayers sent

[@Headquartersfoundation]

I'll take that prayer 🦌✝️🦌

[@Alpha-move]

I would not mind a prayer myself friend. I'll send some your way as well. 🙏🦌 name is Matthew, God bless!

[@Headquartersfoundation]

@@Alpha-move thank you Matthew. I'll look for that big one 😉 I'll be out with my bow this week. -Drew

[@jasonhesselberg1376]

This is the best documentary of a hunter chasing his dreams and the life of a buck dreams are made of. What a gift from GOD! Congrats Don!

[@JoelElkes-wx7qz]

God is so, good and all his blessings! Growing up in North Carolina. I have always, enjoyed hunting and the outdoors. This was a "GREAT” story of perseverance and ethical hunting!

[@jeremyvarady7721]

This documentary is one of the most inspirational deer hunting documentaries I have ever watched! Great job and congratulations !!

[@bobbygetsbanned6049]

It's not even hunting anymore when you see the same deer every year for 4 years. That's like raising cattle.

[@rickk4483]

Agreed its a nice buck for sure but that's where it stops,public hunting is not even remotely the same, but anyway congrats to have the resources to get yo this point

[@blakewhelchel7191]

I done the same with my 200" deer. My brother in law and I hunted him 4 years and wanted to experience the recovery with him. It is a bittersweet moment.

[@daveburton244]

"God's reality is bigger than your dream." An incredible hunt with a perspective and selflessness that is rare....and inspirational! Congratulations on your success, Don, and thank you for sharing this with us!

[@jimenagulla9081]

All I can say is WOW, what a great guy! No fist pumping or macho antics, and more importantly giving credit to God,. Thank you for an awesome video and God bless you and your family.

[@tracysimon9242]

Brother Higgins, thank you so much for sharing this! I so often say to my friend who is a retired game and fish wildlife biologist with the State of Tennessee, a real hunter is a conservationist. He/she only kill the amount they will eat and catches the only amount he/she will eat. The real hunter never trashes the water ways or the woods, but keeps it clean because-- "The earth is the Lord's and the fullness thereof, the world, and they that dwell therein." (Psalm 24:1) I started hunting when I was 8 and when I went to college and later to the military, I stopped. I started back hunting about 5 years ago. I am 60 years old and I have never killed a deer. LOL Squirrel, rabbit, quail, ducks, but never a deer. This my brother was exciting to watch. God bless you!

[@PFHabitat]

I appreciate you sharing the story and even more so sharing your faith. I was one that had a couple more critical opinions of your company a couple years ago but as I've listened to your podcast and got a better idea of who you are as a person I gladly eat crow and apologize for jumping to conclusions like so many of us do in the world of social media. You clearly are a man of integrity and have made an eternal impact on many lives. Keep being bold in your faith and sharing the good news we have in Christ Jesus. Take care brother.

[@realworldwildlifeproducts5512]

This comment means more than you know. Thank you. ~ Terry

[@chasinggiantswithhigginsou6147]

Thank you for watching the video and giving me a second chance just as Christ did.

[@aaronsymonds6044]

what a stud of a whitetail that is a dream whitetail. Your story is awesome.And love the quote.

[@gregskipjack1352]

Prolly one of the best documentaries I’ve ever watched ... Congratulations on a world class buck . The story of “Mel” from your perspective just lets everyone see the integrity the passion the kind of person you are. Keep doing what you do and chase the Giants . Thanks again for the footage and the story of Mel and the other videos as well. Hope you and your family have a great thanksgiving and a merry Christmas...

[@collinjack8399]

amen to that

[@longshotmisfit5830]

Congrats Brother! Honored to be a part of your blessings! May you continue to be blessed in everything you touch!

[@hahahaha-ts7eh]

That's got to be "THE BEST" if not, one of the best hunting videos I've seen . Simply and just beautifully narrated. Sir me thanks you most kindly. Stay forever blessed.

[@maccaraway1595]

I have watched many videos on you tube. This by far out shines them all. If you didn't get emotional watching then your not human. This changes my view on hunting for the future. Thanks for allowing me to have that opportunity.

[@danieldavis6647]

This man is the definition of a sportsman and a hunter

[@mdluk199]

Shooting an animal for no reason is not a sport

[@ndfleet3601]

Thank you Mel! And thank you sir for sharing this memory of a lifetime!

[@butchpark6589]

You sir are a Good bow hunter, but you are a Great Human Being ! Thank you, Butch from Ashland, Ohio

[@geraldtuck8864]

One of the most honest and heart felt stores of the real hunt.The LOVE for the animal. That's for sharing this great story..

[@coopersdad2115]

Don, I've been a fan from day one! Never commented on a post or a video. First congratulations on a beautiful deer and the story that came with it. I woke up extra early to watch this. This just wasn't another video it was a side of Don not to many get too see. Thank you! You inspire me every year to not only a better hunter but a better man though God. You keep it real and unlike some of these celebritie hunters you don't care what people think. This industry needs more Don Higgins. Thank you Don and Terry and everyone that has a part in what we get to enjoy.

[@collinjack8399]

amen to that if thoes big deer hunters would be more like this not just for tv but in life without being on tv id watch them again. this was truey inspirational video

[@pmelshearn5482]

What an awesome video ❤️. I've taught my son to learn how to laugh at ourselves when we go hunting. The memories are sometimes the only things that we will have one day. When the knees are too weak to walk to those special hunting places of long ago... The memories are what take us there. The laughter at something one of us did... Those are the greatest times. Thank you very much for sharing this video and letting me take my walk down memory lane.

[@bobmiller9439]

Wow.! Mr.Don Words in no way shape or form can express how I feel after watching this! What a fantastic job Steve the way you capture things is completely phenomenal and you have touched more deer hunters with this video than you will ever know! God Bless you Both

[@KenWoodProduction]

Thank you so much for this video...I have a 14 pointer for 2 years on my land and if I get him will cry...nobody understands how much a hunter loves mature deer and the respect.

[@kevinmartin7354]

You sir , are the pinnacle of what we strive to be. Congratulations and God bless.

[@Lentuttle]

Hands down, the GREATEST whitetail hunting video I've ever seen! Thank you so much for sharing this amazing experience with us!

[@brandonericson8323]

Congratulations Don, this is one of the best videos telling the story of a buck that I’ve ever seen

[@jjohnson9750]

Great story. I understand what you mean about finding the joy of checking trail cameras and watching the deer come by your stand.

[@md2829]

Sir,you are doing exactly what i dearly wish that i could do, im 37 and my passion and obsession for whitetail deer hunting is beyond explanation,ive hunted alot of small private properties on people's good graces throughout my life,spent alot of hours in stand without seeing a single deer and feeling so down and out about it,but god gave me patience in the hunting department and the deer always come through after days with no deer in sight,ive been blessed with some nice bucks that i have mounted but largest is 135 inches,nothing like yours but big to me and they are beautiful animals,i look up to you,god bless.

[@wallaceharris4490]

Deer hunting was my passion too. Waiting for the right buck to come along is a rewarding experience. My time has come and gone with a good friend having fallen out of a tree stand and having lived to tell the story. I was thankfully hunting with him that day and was the one who found him. He also suffers from MS and is now in a Veterans home. I too have had both knees replaced and having back trouble. I love watching videos like yours because it shows the ethics and respect we hunters have for our wildlife. To wait to the proper time to take Mel shows the incredible dedication you have for the sport. It made me wish I could have been with you that day to have seen the surprise and wonder in your grandson's eyes when they found Mel. You are truly blessed. Have a wonderful hunting season this year!

[@NateManning68N8]

Wow and Amen! Congratulations! We are all blessed to have been part of this through this amazing footage and narration. Truly speaks of God's amazing wonders and how HIS blessing for us is always MORE than what ours may be. HE always give you more than enough.

[@mikekopmanis2099]

I've just discovered Don and his videos and advice. I'm so impressed, not so much because of the incredible bucks, but more the quality, wisdom and perspective insights of the man himself.

[@DfI8587]

What a great example for men and other hunters!! I pray GOD continues to bless you!

[@reeloutdoors9421]

Mr. Don, Thank you so much for sharing this one of a kind deer but must of all that you for sharing your love for the outdoors.

[@text-1592]

👆👆Thanks for the feedback Expect more videos soon. SEND A DIRECT MASSAGE I HAVE SOMETHING FOR YOU 🎁. ..

[@Doowtatc]

Amazing. It truly is all about the chase. Thank you for taking us along. God bless you.

[@kapperoutdoors]

I keep passing deer, 3-year-olds, year after year, with the hope that someday I will get rewarded. Thanks for your inspiration

[@bigterp75]

Don, thanks for sharing that hint of a lifetime & being so candid throughout. Glad to know there are still good God fearing folks around!

[@GravelPit_life]

The most Humble Man I’ve ever had the pleasure of listening to as a 25 yr older these are the role models our young ones need loved the video!🙏

[@windhamoutdoors6651]

This almost had me in tears 23:00 on telling us to chase are dreams and sharing everything with his family great way to get it done!!

[@TheBucktrot1]

An excellently produced video. That was an enormous buck harvested by even a better, enormously charactered man.

[@jomama7458]

Thank you for sharing your story of that fantastic buck Mel. I understand that bitter sweet part of when after the shot the game is over. Its the thrill of the hunt, not the kill and the time outdoors that i love. I hunt on some property up here in Michigan's Thumb that i finally purchased at 66 years old. I have been hunting that land for over 40 some years. Lots of hunting pressure around me. Still hope to someday have a shot at something big. Time will tell. Thanks again for your awesome story of Mel.🦌

[@louisblum6246]

This is one of the most powerful hunting documentaries I’ve watched not only entertaining but very knowledgeable

[@text-1592]

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[@danielball6076]

What a great story. Thanks for sharing part of your life with us Don. Congratulations

[@daveappleton2610]

This is why heaven is going to be heaven...it will be filled with brothers like Mr.Higgins. I am very blessed after watching this.

[@johnson_outdoors]

All I ever wanted in a hunting video. Love the story of the deer more then anything. Please keep these videos coming. They are absolutely the best. Congrats Don!!!

[@davidgamble5699]

That was the most heart felt nature show I have ever seen. Reminded me of Born free Back in the Day.

[@angeloc9923]

That’s the best whitetail story I’ve ever watched and heard Congratulations sir absolutely beautiful Thank you for sharing God bless you ❤️🙏

[@joshcarter6058]

Congratulations!! Enjoyed the story of Mel.

[@brianingram8531]

Wow! What a story. Wonderful job retelling the story of Mel and the journey it took to get to where you are today. Don, you are a great role model for all!

[@michaelstafford2225]

Incredible story and incredible buck! I remember as a young hunter harvesting every deer i could. With over 30 years of deer hunting now i find the piece in watching the deer pass by my stand unharmed to live another day. My time spent in the deer woods these days are to reflect on life family and all the blessings God has given me!!

[@danielpifer9222]

Congrats Don! Couldn’t happen to a better guy and a better team. Extremely inspirational- God has got it! The best is yet to come!

[@joelkettering4048]

Sharing your success in humble fashion is a gift. May God continue to enrich your life with his unconditional love. 🙏

[@agpuremi8132]

Inspired stories is what I love about your success. The humbleness, thankfulness to God, and your patience makes you one of a kind. Congrats on Mel and the start of a new chapter.

[@kennedyhenriquez7485]

You have truly capture the joy of hunting in God's good creation. So blessed to have watched the video. I will pass it on to others to enjoy. Thanks for sharing your passion and this story.

[@caseykemry3463]

Absolutely amazing production. I’ve never seen a deer hunting story told better. Thank you.

[@mauibh1]

i am a bowhunter from maui hawaii, i started bowhunting later in my life, your story is really what its about,the experience of being in the woods and enjoying this god given resource, aloha from maui

[@evanray8093]

Best video I have every seen on KZbin

[@brianmoore8235]

I can’t describe the feeling I have right now I’m 43 years old This video is changed something deep down inside that I cannot describe just to let you know I want to thank you and Mel and your family and God for letting me come across this story in video I just wish I could describe the feeling that I have right now. Thank you again. God Bless you 🙏🫡 Brian Moore sending much love and respect to you and your family from Jourdanton Texas

[@thewibb]

"It's all about the chase, not the kill" Amen SIR

[@rickstark85]

Then go hunt next season all season and don't kill anything. Some of these comments are so ridiculous. And people are sheep. They just like it. No, it is not all about the chase. The chase makes the kill that much better, but that comment is nonsense.

[@rickstark85]

@@petedogg369 exxxxxactlyyyy

[@williamgaines9784]

@@petedogg369 If it's not high fenced, the buck stays because it is preferable to it. A person who buys land and pays his taxes on it should be able to post it. The deer may roam wherever, but people may not. The man created a habitat that attracted and held deer, even if he bought the seed stock of the herd from a high fence farm. Land is always for sale or lease, get you some.

[@Rrailroad3]

Rick Stark and pete dogg, your ignorance and jealousy are showing.

[@rickstark85]

@@Rrailroad3 alright bro, whatever you say. Typical KZbin comment stupidity. Anyone who feels any type of way contrary to the masses is jealous, ignorant, etc. No need to actually found those assertions in any sort of objective reasoning. Just claim that we're ignorant and jealous, because we disagree 🤷‍♂️

[@michaelbushey2787]

Don, You have to be the most humble, professional whitetail hunter ive ever seen. Your humility and respect for the deer, only makes me want to hunt harder and dream bigger. I just got back kansas for 18 days, hunting which might be, a 190 inch non typical. I never laid eyes on him this year, and i couldnt be happeir with my trip. I came home empty handed, but the experience and honor to hunt a once and lifetime buck like that, makes me respect these beautiful animals evem more than i already do. So thank you Don, god bless you, and please, keep being you and keep being the same amazing person i cam see you are. You took the words right out of my mouth with stages of being a hunter. Its bitter sweet. And i neber want the chase to end either. You have taught me more than you will ever know. So thank you for sharing fpr wealth of wisdom. You and Bill Winke are the kind of hunters I strive to be. Good luck the rest of your season.

[@braydenfranksjesuslovesu1143]

This is honestly one of the greatest videos i have ever seen. So inspirational and what an amazing story. God Bless!!!!!

[@pmak4078]

Such an inspiring story. Thankyou Don and Mel

[@text-1592]

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[@kqc8224]

This video was a Blessing. Good encouragement at the perfect time. I recently turned 60 this past Summer and then lost my Mother on October 30th. My Mother always encouraged my hunting drive, all the while knowing I’ve had very minimal success hunting public land. I broke the bank this year and scheduled a bull elk hunt in Colorado for mid-Nov. I was uncertain if I’d be going, due to my Mother’s condition, but I put it out of my mind and focused on her. As I said, she passed away on October 30th and on the 1st day of my hunt, I hunted my tail off and was able to fill my bull tag with a nice enough 5x5. The entire day, I had that feeling you get when you know God’s with you extra close by that day. It was the toughest physical one day hunt I have ever had, to follow up the 363 yard shot, find it and get back to camp. But it was all worth it. I’ve been hunting elk 30 years, bought at least 20 tags, some rifle and mostly archery on public land and never filled one. I’ve gutted and carried many for my buddies. Don’t give up your dream and dream big and trust God, not yourself, like he says.

[@scottvolkmann2387]

Like I have always said, deer hunting is great getting a buck is iceing on the cake. A classy guy, to wait and share the deer with friends and family, very cool.

[@joshmiller6498]

Congrats Don, this is easily the best hunting video i have ever watched. What an incredible story.

[@Todd-k7n]

A great story! Yes I have one son (15)that loves to hunt.Sharing the tradition. Thank you for sharing.

[@stevendurand1987]

This was the first year in 10 years straight that I did not harvest a whitetail (doe or buck) and I have been pretty bummed about it and lamenting my close calls and misses for a couple weeks now....after watching this I am reminded that it is about "the chase" and not about the kill, and that is why we hunt. That brings me peace and closure on this hunting season and I want to thank you for that as a reminder Don. Congrats on Mel...I will always remember to dream big and be thankful for every opportunity I have ever had to harvest a whitetail by the grace of God. Subscribing now for more wholesome future content.

[@cecilarnold6843]

Stay strong brother you'll get ya a biggin im praying for you 🙏

[@collinjack8399]

hey man ive been there and im there this year 1 remeber you cant eat antlers as much as we all love to kill a big buck when it comes to putting meat in the freezer gotta do what you gotta do. and 2 youll get your biggen were all in it for the chace and that one day when it all comes together youll appreat it so much because youve seen and passed up deer. just remember if you dont feel comfterable or dont think that deer needs to be harvested dont shoot it and i commend any hunter that is able to do that. im 18 ive shot my fair share of small deer now i just enjoy learning from them and waiting for the moment i am able to get my big buck. good luck this season and to everyone else reading this!!

[@juicyboxgaming6553]

i didnt harvest any last season, but that only makes the next one even more meaningful

[@derrickrr5516]

What a well made video! Congrats on getting Mel and turning that property into a big buck paradise! I shot a 168” typical 10 when I was only 17 years old. Pure luck. It was the biggest deer shot in the county that year. Many people told me I was ruined but I never agreed with them. Now 26 years later, at age 43, I am happy to say they couldn’t have been more wrong. We don’t have 200” deer but we do have very nice 140” to 170” deer. I’m most proud of harvesting the exact buck I was after six years in a row, from 2011 to 2016. I’m certain I will never have a streak like that again. In fact, I haven’t harvested any bucks since. Two thumbs up for your patience and restraint. However, I have to admit seeing your grandson riding on the skid steer made me nervous and I was disappointed the only one being gentle with Mel’s rack was the lady. 😄

[@brandonpotthoff7523]

Great video and an absolute INCREDIBLE whitetail! Congratulations Don. Holding true to one’s beliefs will allow one to achieve their most desired goals!

[@brianthomas1540]

That’s an incredible story. I’ve never had the opportunity to take or even see a Buck of the size, but this past hunting season here in Nova Scotia Canada I was able to harvest a nice 8 point buck. I had hoped my son could be there with me this particular evening, but he wasn’t able to join me at our hunting camp until after the hunt. Long story short, I took the buck, and like you watched him run just out of sight and could hear him expire. I left my stand without going to find him and headed back to camp to wait for my son to arrive. Then we went together about four hours later. With flash lights in hand, I let him walk up and find the deer. It was special, but really wish he could’ve been there with me when I took the shot. Cheers.

[@mattcampbell9353]

Congratulations on another amazing buck.

[@mountainmetalhead15]

This man is one of a kind !! I’ve watched this 4 times in a row and loved it every time .

[@edwardcastaneda8094]

By far one of the Best videos I’ve seen. In the end I think it’s a great story of Your God given character of righteousness. You’ve depicted what every hunter should be. You’ve unleashed what the greatest and simplest form of God fearing men should be. I so much appreciate what you’ve shown here. Love of God’s creation at so many levels. Love of family, friends, creation, and cherished the moments lost and gained by what has transpired. I am 54 years old western mule deer hunter and have never encountered the opportunity to hunt whitetail. But your video is well done and offers such an excellent insight of what the Novel American Hunter should become! Thanks for sharing‼️. May our King bless you and all that you have! THANK YOU! A great story to share with my loved ones. 🙏🏼

[@Mabowen]

I am 72 years old and I have always dreamed of seeing a buck like this much less taking one this big. I learned years ago that the woods are my second church because when I’m there I feel closer to God as I look at his creations and marvel his universe. May God bless you with a big heart for helping others . I have also let many bucks pass for I also believe in deer management. I have feeders that I run year round just to give them an option of different foods to eat. Plus mineral and salt blocks. I enjoyed the video and will look forward to the next one. God bless you and prayers for all.

[@BoDean52]

This time of year I watch a ton of videos on the passion we all have around deer hunting. This is by far the best video I have seen, hands down. Exciting, thought provoking and character all in one video and amazing editing. Thank you!

[@williamhungate863]

The best Whitetail hunting videos I've ever watched . Truly Awesome . God Bless You .

[@lanechannell5546]

You have done what most hunters can’t do. Being patient enough to allow growth. Hats off to you and God bless! I appreciate your story. Total respect to anyone whom can pass on a buck to allow growth of that nature. Just awesome.

[@geraldthezamboniguy]

I was blessed with a 184 inch Saskatchewan white tail that weighed 215 pounds no head hide or hooves a week later my son was blessed with a 205 pound white tail no head hide or hooves count your blessings and be thankful God is good can I hear an Amen !!

[@vernonkempsendlessfishing3449]

What a awesome story and I congratulate you on the deer of a lifetime. There’s something so special about a animal of that caliber, almost like they become different creatures in their prime. Mel certainly entertained all who have watched this video and gives us all a glimpse of a new dream.

[@vernonkempsendlessfishing3449]

@text-xd8pj 🖕

[@torreykistler5135]

Thank you for sharing a part of you.

[@ryanederer5913]

Clean, Honest and Awesome ! Thanks for sharing the story congrats again! Man when he was walking at the tree😳🤩

[@rooster9923]

That’s a buck of a 100 lifetimes! You are a true sportsman!!! And may your 2022 season be blessed!!

[@kevinrodziewicz3145]

Great story! That was a true majestic giant. The footage at 3yrs old while he's staring at the camera put me in a trance! Keep it up, love all the content you're putting out there.

[@jimr898]

Congrats. Touching story after reading about the covid situation. I missed first week archery due to covid. 2 nd week was dry .and went back to a tiny tiny gameland again and had 6 deer in distance missing a true giant that ended up shot 15 min later above me. Dream big yes is always a goal and it's been 21 yrs awaiting something worthy to wrap up a true goal as a last in the fam tradition.theres no child to pass it down to do dream big has always been a positive outlook. You only get out of life what you pray and work towards.def a great story on this beautiful buck. I just pray covid does not hinder others for setting goals and dreams.stay blessed as this archery hunting has been a 33 yr passion even on the typical dead days lol.keep dreaming n live big!

[@davidrobins4025]

What a great story chronicling the life of "Mel." Thank you. God really does bless us with His goodness and the taking of Mel is but one more demonstration of this truth.

[@jordanmachler9017]

I just got my brother into archery hunting. He's excited and hungry to learn. I'm trying to help him prepare to set off on this journey. I figured, what better inspiration, for him, than you Don. You have a strong faith/ walk with the Lord. Your love for Life comes through in family, friends, farming, as well as how you hunt. I figured it will only help encourage my brother in this adventure. Great show! And Thanks.

[@straightouttaarrows235]

We should all be so lucky to get to a point where "the chase means more than the kill". Such an amazing and inspirational story, thank you from every bowhunter that may never see this.

[@gunner76]

Great story. Keep the family tradition going!!

[@jroberts8188]

Congratulations Don!! All I seem to hear are the negative stories about hunters. To see a documentary this well put together is incredible. It is very much appreciated. I wish you nothing but the best going forward. Glad to hear you have recovered from covid. I totally get the bitter sweet feeling you are talking about. To know you will never get the chance to see that animal come by again makes me very emotional. More so than I would ever think, it surprises me sometimes. To go from such a high to almost sad is such a roller coaster ride. The ethics and morals you exhibited are second to none and I commend you for that.

[@BoDean52]

My favorite video in years, integrity in more than just hunting is on display. Thank you!

[@elkmountain1114]

People that are against hunting should be able to see this incredible video! We're not a bunch of heartless bastard out to shoot anything that walks. Most of us are in tune with nature and really care about wildlife like don! This video hit home with me. I'm 58 and just watching wildlife sometimes is more satisfying than the hunt, unless the freezers empty!

[@captainjoesanglingadventur4894]

Couldn't agree more I'm 59 and just took two Beautiful bucks this year both 8 points. The first was my first buck to mount a 4yr old not crazy big 18 3/8 wide 200lb but a beautiful animal for me to feed my family. My second was only 15" wide nice time length but tipped the scale at 245 lbs. By far the bigger of the two in every way except width. If all I see is a 1st year spike that's a good hunt I absolutely Love being in Nature and seeing God's beauty in its natural state

[@williamlongo2363]

Thank you for this video and your comments about hunting and the success of your farm. I look forward to seeing more of your hunting .