"A day I never look forward to" // Hunting Dad's Tree

[@southernpine79]

I feel you brother. My Mom and Dad died 11 weeks apart in 2020. Life has not been the same. There’s certain places I go, songs I play by myself so I can remember and pray and thank the Lord for what was and what will be when I am with Him and them again. Years of memories with my Dad, hours and hours spent hunting and fishing together. My first deer hunting trip after my Dad died my heart wasn’t in it at all but it was my wife’s first trip. She wanted to go for me to help me grieve and I went for her. I tried to teach her what my Dad taught me without breaking down. She took a big doe. The next season was my first solo trip. I shot the biggest buck I’ve ever taken with my Dad’s rifle. Couldn’t talk for 30 minutes afterwards. Just sat in the stand crying to myself and thanking the Lord for making my Dad my Dad.

[@JMartinduckman]

Amen buddy!

[@HuntinginLebanon94]

@@JMartinduckmanhello good videos i have hunting videos on youtube

[@stevenfaber2004]

I have things in my house that i thought i wanted when i was younger. Now all i want is that time back.miss you mom

[@toddmotuelle6474]

Heavenly Father, I miss my dad dearly, but I know that your timing is perfect so I respect your decision to take him home to you. But life is hard without him.

[@richshively4326]

Wow. Tomorrow is 24 years since my Dad died. Many days duck hunting with him. This video….finding it today…..Great stuff. Bless you….

[@LemonRiverOutdoors]

This one hits at the heart. Lost a cousin during deer season after a long battle with cancer. I couldn’t hunt his favorite stand since he passed. But I’ll sit him this fall.

[@billys3084]

What jumps out at me in this video is God’s goodness. The very best, most priceless gifts in the universe can only be given from God. Very moving video and a beautiful prayer to our creator. My Labrador is nudging me right now to make sure I’m ok. 😂 God bless Justin Martin!

[@dylanmackey399]

man, i lost it at the prayer. my dad is still here and im in tears. i can’t imagine those feelings in that hole.

[@JoeSmith-pe5qv]

we all miss our dads never forget.what they did for us,

[@JMartinduckman]

Amen

[@coreyfortner5597]

Thank you boys....tears shed with you again this year. Clay, thanks for taking care of your boy. That's what true brothers are about.

[@JMartinduckman]

No doubt he is. Thanks for watching!

[@Sweettea_Muddin]

I’ll tell you what Martin… I’m gonna break down when my pops passes away. He genuinely saved me and my brothers life. We went from a broken home 10 years ago when my mother was an alcoholic and were practically living out a shed, to having paid off cars and now for me my beautiful fiance. At 19 years old i can truly say i wouldn’t be the man i am today without him and when his time comes idk what I’ll do. Yall at the duck commander over the years of my life have not only repaired my families relationship but my relationship with god. My condolences on your fathers passing and many blessing to your family for the coming years brother. Love from Texas❤

[@jacoblogsdon2850]

I think about my dad every single time im in the woods. Its been over 15 years.. Most of the time its a really good feeling.

[@chiefsmanytrees480]

Love you brother. Thank you for showing this side of you. I watch duck call room religiously, am a nurse and new father. You’re a good inspiration. Thank you, Martin

[@danielpatterson3375]

😢😢😢😢I was crying 😭😭 and I didn't even know know Martin or his dad never meet them either ❤❤ God bless this men and Amen

[@JMartinduckman]

Thank you

[@Sundog0811]

There was definitely something special about this hunt. Wow.

[@willcunningham4371]

3 generations of martins that all resemble each other in looks and actions i love that you hubby that tree ever year and remember him my thoughts and prayers are with you.

[@codytamayo8796]

Mr. John Martin ❤! You the man buddy, I watch you and uncle so, stone, and JD EVERY DAY. May god bless you all in the duck call room and every man and women who take time to entertain us and share the love of Christ. Much love and prayers to you all. Your daddy has got to be one of the proudest fathers up there! He raised himself a good man!

[@jasonbreeding2130]

Amen....I watch Martin a lot o appreciate what he stands for

[@hunterbigwood4556]

This hunt touches my soul every single year. God bless you and your family Martin, and god bless clay as well. His prayers hit me right in the throat every time I watch these videos. Thank you for all that you guys do.

[@sandypinkard2235]

We have much in common. My dad passed away in Louisiana years ago.

[@jeffreyanderson3668]

I feel your tears…. Miss hunting with my dad, uncles and gramps…. Generations of memories Love them. Miss them.

[@todddunlap1344]

Very well done. Great tribute.

[@JMartinduckman]

Jared did a great job for sure!

[@terryporche9059]

BEAUTIFUL TRIBUTE

[@jasonlayne2760]

Its been a year sice my dad passed. I want to go to hunt his deer stand but i know its going to be an emotional moment. A lot of good memories were made in the outdoors. Thank you for the video.

[@willadkins4002]

I went back to his spot this year to see if maybe it was getting overgrown. First time in a few years. Got a buck in 2 minutes. It’s like they send gifts from the other side.

[@myronhigh3527]

Thank you for sharing such a SPECIAL day with us!!!! Your Dad, is SO PROUD of you Martin, and with you every day, and every step of the way! Continue to honor and remember him, for the GREAT Dad he was! Him and God are watch'n for sure!!!! GOD BLESS!!!!👍😊🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@jonburke7925]

I feel your pain. I lost my dad 30 years ago. There is a good squirrel spot and still have a pile of his empty shells laying there. I've went back there many times and even shed a few tears. My son shot his first ever squirrel in that spot.

[@joeking6951]

Lost my dad in 1976 I was 15. I'm 62 yr now and still miss him in the duck blind and fishing boat

[@robbienick9147]

I need to show props to that great wife of yours Martin. I know she married a “Hunter”. But, she is the real boss….when you have shows to make, traveling…etc; You guys together are awesome. Love the duck show, love how you keep them all controlled….(JD/Si) Martin is the true duck commander!!!

[@RonBurgandy-o5z]

You have your dads hunting spot..... i have my dads pickup and haven't been able to touch it in 3 years......... miss him everyday

[@GARYCZERNIAKOWSKI]

I’m sorry for you Justin.Prayers for you.

[@kennethcressoine-ln6im]

Great video. Thanks for sharing it with us. We lost my Dad in 2002. 1st cup of coffee in the blind for every hunt, my Brother and I toast to our Dad. Miss him every day. 🙏❤

[@JMartinduckman]

That is awesome!

[@SethKnight-t3v]

Sometimes you go to that special place and you know they are there with you. God bless you.

[@BoJo5066]

I really miss being with my dad in the woods. We made our own family campsite in the woods and tons of wild delicious fruit grew there. God blessed it with more and more fruit as the years went by. When Im in almost any woods I feel him. Great memories flood my mind. I loved fishing with him. He was in active war and was a golden gloves boxing champion but he did not want to cause anything pain. So he would not skin or scale the fish alive and we started making our own bait with meat and dough balls. He let the deer live in our woods without being hunted and they rewarded us by leaving their shed antlers and beautiful babies for us to see in the distance. There was enough wild fruit to feed people and animals and we had a creek. We were very very blessed.

[@kennethmurphy3787]

2 days from now my dad will have been gone 16 years and it still gets to me so bad. Luckily I had a great deer season and I know he was by my side the whole time rooting me on

[@jimmiller6030]

Thanks. For sharing JM cherished memories with dad. Are things that last. A lifetime. I lost both. Parents with in a year of each other about 12 years ago. But. I inherited our farm and they are. With it and me they are buried on it. And there wishes are this ground be passed on to my kids and their kids forever to stay in family. God bless brother

[@JMartinduckman]

Yes they are

[@johnscott7415]

Lost my Dad around the same time... Thanks for the Prayer . Hes with you now , just as all our Dads and Moms are... Cause we pretty much are them! Amen!

[@masonswinford8193]

I feel like god needed me to watch this video tonight. From the fellowship, to the prayer, to taking the time to see what he has provided for us through your father is what really touched me. The prayer moved me when ways that I could feel. I’m praying for you as well brother!

[@the45er]

Consider yourself very blessed to have had a father worthy of publishing this video. I was similarly lucky to have great parents. Too many people don't, which causes a huge part of the problems with this country right now.

[@brianslusmeyer6014]

I lost my dad 23 years ago he was my hunting buddy to the soul i was surprised this year for christmas my aunt and uncle gave his deer rifle for christmas i never new they had it they said they new i would appreciate it they dont no how much i do

[@sandystevens7046]

Hugs Maryin your a precious son

[@davidanderson1916]

Thank you Justin for letting me come along-- brings good memories,,, bittersweet love those sunrises in on the duck pond with mine🦆🦆🦆🦆🦆🦆

[@JMartinduckman]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@tukkerriley5876]

Great video made me tear up lost my Dad when I was 25 which was 19 years ago miss him everyday going hunting is stull hard without him sometimes I forget he's gone and be like can't wait to tell him how this hunt was then its hits me I see you with good people so I know uou will be good take care brother

[@jamesbrown-m5q]

God bless you and yours Justin. We lost our oldest Son this year...he was 38yrs old. I pray that each day, God will continue to heal you and give you peace and strength. Think upon the good times, and how God makes a way, when there seems to be no way.

[@joemiller9528]

God Bless You guys I lost my dad a year ago. Sometimes I can almost hear him say good morning thru the sunrise when I'm in the tree stand

[@timcollins1626]

Martin....my Dad was my best friend (Pastor Claude) he loved Jesus, my Mom and hunting birds with his sons, brothers and nephews. I feel your brothers prayer. Let's continue to pass it on!

[@addisonelliott4798]

Got my eyes sweating big dog. Thankful your dad taught you to be the man you are and now you’re encouraging not only your boys but us as well.

[@sikandershah9619]

Greetings from Colorado! The best thing for you to do in order to keep his memory alive is to hunt that spot and cherish old times. I lost my parents in 2008 and 2012. Not a day goes by when I don't think of them. When dad passed away in 2012, I lost three relationships, my father, my hunting partner and my best friend. However, I still hunt with my wife and daughters and talk about good old times and cherish fond memories. I share your pain but please fond memories alive. God bless!

[@brianwright1394]

I never thought I would hear its terminal or that the kidneys have shut down or come home to an empty house finding my wife of 18yrs and kids gone at 3am on Sunday morning after working night shift. I never thought I would be in complete isolation but I haven't lost my faith matter of fact these roots sunk deeper! I found myself on my knees under every rock tree and bush finding that hunting ment nothing to me something i loved so dear. I had to read the book of Job almost daily and am reminded that Satan walks this Earth looking for whom he may destroy. Never take for granted anyone around you. I can't hardly stand to drive by the cemetery a few ridges over from my house where 2 of the greatest parents and so many more have been laid to rest including that Viet Nam vet I was fortunate to call my dad. Every memorial day I turn that ar-10 south and fire a salute to the greatest family the Lord blessed me with. I was having a rough evening today but the Lord put this on my screen with tears running I sent up a prayer for everyone commenting on the lost loved ones. Never take this life or anyone for granted but most of all never forget Who The I Am is was and is yet to be! May God bless each of you as He has this man and me!

[@budlvr]

Beautiful words! I don't have memories of my Dad like that (he died too early) but I have a son who I get to hunt ducks and fish with when we get in the same town. I can only hope he has those feelings for me when I'm gone.

[@BamaDad]

It's with a warm heart, because you shared this with us, that I thank you! I didn't have a good relationship with my father, so this helps me. It helps me to model my life for those God has placed in it. My two sons, My 3 granddaughters, and my 1 Grandson, so far. It reminds me that I can make a difference in their lives just like my grandfather was to me. To take them to church, tell them of our incredible savior, and help them find their calling in life. You guys just keeping bringing me back to what is important, and keeps the old eyes wet! May God bless all you do and continue to call you into a deeper walk with Him. He never stops giving does he!

[@bryanrope12]

It's difficult! Honestly you lose apart of your heart. Your father loved & show you how to be a father. Your well on your way to showing your boys how circle of life revolves. 🙏

[@terryscrogham7729]

Thank you for sharing this video 😢 lost my dad in 2011 and my mom in 2022. But im glad that they are not lost, they just changed their address. God bless you and your family.

[@patrickcarlson4007]

Time heals the wounds and lessons the pain. Both my parents are gone at 63. I miss them and the weeping is passed

[@michaelmcdermott5997]

Martin I met you many years ago at Cabelas in Pa idk what mafe this video show up first in my feed at my gf house this morning. I came home from hospital last night after suffering a mild stroke Monday night. I watched this video and half way through my eyes welled up with tears. I have MS also and can't do what I could when we met. My son does not nor did he ever enjoy duck hunting like I did. But as a 31 year old man I still buy him his license and duck stamp every year fir the very rare case I get him to come out. But he said after my episode thus week he better get used to waking early. There may not be many more years or times left to enjoy a morning on the river with me before he is there alone releasing me and all my prior hunting dogs free like my wishes are. Etes welled up again typing. Anyway thank you for sharing your video. I have forwarded it to my son as well. Stay safe God bless.

[@AidenPlumlee]

Who knew a duck hunting video could make a grown man cry

[@kcaudle52]

I pray some day you can go into that hole and just remember all the good times with your dad. It is a long road.

[@kevinbryant4298]

Great video Martin, I remember when y'all were their last year. The Lord sure does supply Grace in those times of need . I lost my uncle afew months ago, he was the one who first took me bird hunting and crappie fishing. This scripture has helped me with some tough times lately. Isiah 26:3 KJV... " Perfect Peace"

[@deltaqueen8164]

It's a feeling I'll never get use to either. My daddy went home to heaven less than two years ago. Yesterday would have been his 73rd birthday. I was his only child, daddy's little girl. He made sure I grew up to be tough though, i didn't grow up thinking i was a princess. Before he got sick with dementia, I was blessed to hear him tell me he was proud of the woman I had grown up to be. Best words I've ever heard. I have a small piece of paper on my mirror that my daughter wrote I love you on, right after I had blown a kiss to my daddy's urn, told him happy birthday and I love him very much, I walked to my mirror to wipe my tears. That small piece of paper that says I Love You came off my mirror and landed at my feet. It's been on my mirror for the longest without moving at all. The calmest feeling came over me, after waking up yesterday morning with tears already pouring from my eyes the moment i woke up. My daddy's name was Jerry as well. By the grace of God I know our loved ones watch over us. I love the duck hunting video. Sadly here in the Arkansas delta the duck hunting just isn't going to well for us this season.

[@DarleneMartz]

It's good to have a quiet place to be still and know that God has a plan for you. And know that your dad loves you and

[@DarleneMartz]

Is in your heart always ♥️ Love you all the Duck call room!

[@DukeRandy414]

Praying for you brother. My brother had a change of address a few months ago and I miss him so much. One of the song that was played at his funeral was Like a Rock because that was what he was for us in many ways.

[@Swamp_Thing_4487]

I love the bravery you pulled, it's hard to do but it's a memory worth keeping brother, I fish all the spots my mother fished when I were growing up and all the memories come back but it's the happiest memories you wanna keep. God bless you martin, the Lord works in the best of ways and will always provide, keep that in mind.

[@JMartinduckman]

It sure is

[@roonie85]

Y'all done made me cry. It's amazing how the Lord knows what we need, when we need it. Mr. Jerry's legacy lives on through you and your boys. No doubt he is super proud of you.

[@clshepherd17]

Man I'm a kentucky boy that loves to hunt and fish on November 30th 23 I lost my mom and only patent your message touched m e deeply God bless each all

[@jeffmorgan6907]

Your dad is always looking out for you and your beautiful family. I am also missing my dad been 5 yrs and it keeps getting harder for me not to have him there to talk to, i do alot with God . Thank you for all you do in Christ

[@JMartinduckman]

Thank you so much!

[@LeePain-c3z]

This made me cry my dad has been gone for 20 years I was early 20s and life has been hard we were duck hunters but squirrels rabbits quail deer fishing I miss my dad still but I love you man we're all brothers in Christ

[@JMartinduckman]

Amen buddy!

[@soonermagic6454]

I get you brother and those commenting. I’m walking a similar trail. Hunting and life continues but not the same. Gods good and in control. Thanks.

[@calebsmith8439]

Had my first deer season without my papaw this year. It wasn’t the same without having him in the blind with me, but I could tell he was watching over me after I had one of my best seasons to date.

[@dougjohnson7167]

Good job Justin, I always feel my Dad is near when Hunting our old spots. May God bless you and your family this new year

[@kaellott2107]

That prayer gave me chills

[@turtlegreer1928]

I watched this video with tears in my eyes I have allways liked martin he is a great person a great duck hunter and has alot of knowledge about duck hunting I'm writing this because I've been waterfowl hunting since I was 7 years old I killed 3 ducks in one shot on the water buffle heads my dad said nice shot you got one and I was laughing and said nope I got 3 he was amazed that day and has never really talked about that day but one day he will pass & hopefully send me a few ducks from the clouds above ... mr Martin god bless you your faimly & your father... 🦆🦆🦆🙏

[@margarethicks8833]

Keep the memories alive and your boys will know their Grandpa. Its hard but one day at a time is all you can do. God Bless you

[@tukkerriley5876]

Lost my dad in 2005 and it still feels like yesterday miss hunting with him so bad like one more day to hunt with him crazy this video come to me take care man

[@teresapalmer2809]

Not one minute into video and already, lump in my throat and tears flowing. Blessings Justin.

[@kingrider75]

Lost my dad April of 2019 and I still struggle every buck season when me and my brother and our boys all go to camp. It’s the oddest feeling every year of the place seeming empty but feeling him there. The first 2 seasons were the worst and I sat many a hunts with an unloaded bow or rifle. The crazy part is those were the 2 best years of my 40 years in the woods as far seeing and taking the best bucks of my life! I often think that was my old man telling me to get off my sorry rearend and get to hunting lol. I look forward to seeing him again someday.

[@booutdoors]

What an eventful video. The Lord speaks through mysterious ways. Can’t wait to see you do this with your boys!

[@Digglerdirk79-l4y]

No imaginary man in the sky has anything to do with it.facts

[@King-_-420.]

The hardest part for me losing anyone is when you just want to call them and talk and you can't

[@richardruss9110]

I similarly know how you feel. I tragically lost my son in 2015. He was by hunting buddy. Everywhere I deer hunt, I have memories of him there hunting with me. Seems no where I can go in that forest where there are no memories. It took me 3 years to start hunting again. I tried to hunt with his rifle but could not do it. I have been getting back into hunting a little more with each passing year. I did manage to get a very nice 8 point buck this year. I put in a lot of time and effort into getting him. It was a great feeling.

[@erinlambers6819]

That was a great tribute to your father Martin. 😢 You and the boys look just like your dad.

[@aussieredneck818]

That was pretty raw. Thanks for sharing this video clip. Isn’t funny how things work out. No ducks on your trail cam , then heaps while your there. Then nothing again. Unexplainable. 100% has to be a higher power then us and lucky. Have a happy new year and a safe 2024

[@JMartinduckman]

You bet

[@Chappy64]

Heart hurts for ya brother , my dad passed in Oct last year . I drive his truck and still walk the swamp bottom on trails he taught me for me 20 years

[@DaDuckman05]

Touching video. I lost my Dad two years ago this coming January. That man made sure I stayed in the outdoors.

[@ChrisTurner-p6u]

Awesome experience you shared Brother 💯🦆🦆🦆

[@birddawg1568]

What a great story. Many of us have similar spots. For me it is the “Green Tree Hole”. Twenty years of wonderful memories, stories and epic hunts with my Dad & son.

[@dustydubbs2009]

Martin, I cried with you. Both my parents passed on their birthdays, and my dad passed in 2015, and not a day goes by that I wish I could talk to him one more time, but I will see them both one day. Thank you for sharing.

[@joshabdon8400]

Man I’m 27 my dad passed in march this year and every time I go hunting I feel like I’m missing something and I am my dad. The man that got me into it and I won’t stop it til I can’t get myself out there. Praying for you man🙏

[@kylekey3639]

Mr. Martin I just wanna say that I know it will never get easier but rather more tough knowing memories won’t be shared I still have my father with me and it pains me to say my wife lost her father this year and it leaves a hole in the soul but I believe to good lord shows you things in death and in life your inspiration to me today is magnificent in the way you give everything back to the good lord with tears in your eyes not a lot of people women or men can do that I’m going to get into duck hunting this coming year in 2024 and make it a tradition with my wife because of you thank you for being a good role model and a godly man

[@SusanJones-jz9ny]

I lost my sweet Daddy many years ago... but Mom just passed a few months ago. My Daddy LOVED burnt cookies. I mean BURNT! It seems that as hard as i try NOT to burn cookies when i bake them, at lwast obe batch winds up toast... for Daddy. I dont mean to burn them... it just happens in an instant! Gid is there, in that special place... and in your hearts. Bless you all. Those Martin boys sure are getting big! Hard to believe!

[@JMartinduckman]

I know what you mean!

[@debbiefromgeorgia1402]

My Dad wasn't in the hunting fishing game, he ran Shine with Jr. Johnson back in the day, BUT did end up following the right path.

[@thinebiggest]

The photos at the end were beautifully endearing. 3 generations of Martin boys: Dad, son, grandsons. You take extra good care of yourself, Martin! Love and peace from Florida.

[@jamescorle1691]

Love ya brother i listen to yall everyday stay blessed

[@jacobkrutina6366]

Touching moments with this vlog, and I bet every time you come in that spot. Jerry looks down and gives you the opportunity to have a good hunt. Also, great hunt as well.

[@ADVENTURESOFBZ]

Mr Justin id say there's absolutely no question your pops throws ya a bone as you said. I firmly believe those we love with all our hearts never fully leave. Some things may seem like a coincidence but I don't think so, I think GOD loves us sooo much that HE allows those that love us to continue to bless us even when they're gone. GOD bless every one of y'all and happy new year boys💪💪🇺🇸🇺🇸❤️❤️

[@blockparty621]

He made sure you had something to eat too! ❤❤❤

[@f2foutdoors]

Feel ya bro. Lost my pops in 2011 and my uncle/best friend in 2017. Everytime I hit our hold fishing spots I get goose bumps remembering the blasts we use to have.

[@JMartinduckman]

Right on

[@barneyrb1]

Justin, Jerry was a great man. You and Jeremy should treasure his memories forever.

[@JMartinduckman]

We certainly do

[@bryantjernigan1221]

I want to thank you for sharing your memories with each of us. I hope I provided for my kids what your father clearly did for you. And what you will provide for your little boys. I said this on your instagram post, i know they have the best angel God has, to be watching over them and protecting them. God knows what to put on your heart each year and on that day, to show you heaven is real and you will see him again. Until then, he is shining down on you in very special ways that make perfect since to you.. God loves us. Bryant jernigan, Pintail Construction llc, Hernando MS

[@rebeccamedlin4907]

Thanks for sharing this special time with us. May God allow your whole family a sense of peace when your hearts miss the person that was here.

[@edosborn9899]

Sorry for your loss but I hope it comforts you to know that your dad sees you and is right there with you!❤

[@chadbaxter5578]

I got you Martin. Dad passed unexpectedly September 2017. Took me over a year to go to his crash site or listen to “like a rock” by Bob Seager or go through some of his belongings. Prayers with you Martin.

[@thecrow6915]

God Bless You My Friend

[@JMartinduckman]

Thank you

[@johnbruno1284]

This was an awesome video. Lost my father in 2007 and not a day goes by that I don’t wish I could take one more walk in the woods with him. But then again every time I’m out there I know he’s walking with me! Blessings and a happy new year to all!

[@mohicanjoe2079]

Hello Martin...glad you have your own channel

[@johnoblak9631]

Lost my ma at 52 and dad at 62...was really angry for a bit. Then i knew this happened for a reason and they would of been more than willing to contribute to Gods end result. See i knew i had to see them again so I eventually gave my life to Christ. Thanks for sharing your story.