The legacy of "Babe" - Big Bucks and Battling Cancer

[@samcoon3822]

You hardly ever see Don's emotions, When he does, pay attention, it's not over a deer. Shows Don is way more then just a good deer hunter. And for that I want to say, Thankyou Don.

[@billymurray3361]

Watched this video several times today, shared it with family and friends. God is Great

[@syang1985ecko]

Don im a hunter, cancer survivor and a believer. Gods love and protection is never ending. Have no worries about when your journey will come to an end or how people will remember you. Words cannot capture all that you have expressed. Know youre appreciated!

[@farminglegacy]

Our legacy is all we can leave behind. Nice episode! Life is better on the farm.

[@paulyh5890]

BOOM 💥 Priceless - well done - from a dad w/5 daughters and diehard deer hunter. I shed some tears 3 different times during this video. Growing…. Getting better everyday. Thanks for exposing your heart/family and helping all of us. Love u man!

[@shanereynolds1477]

As a man with 5 daughters myself my days able to chase my target deer are about putting them in front of my kids....with tears in my eyes as I type this Don you hit the nail on the head

[@brianlenneman5032]

Unbelievable great video!! Enjoy your family and friends today and every day!!

[@steveranelli3992]

Wonderful video here. Thanks for sharing. Another great buck for the OG Don Higgins. Still re-read his book almost every year before deer hunting. Best wishes for your daughter.

[@paulbernitt4280]

Thank you for using your influence for a higher purpose! May God continue to bless you in all you do for His glory!

[@CAB75]

You have no idea how close this is to exactly what we went through with our daughter (only child). I told her the same thing you said. It should be me not you. I put off a couple of trips out west because I didn’t want to be that far from her. She said you’ve always put your life on hold for me just go hunting. She beat cancer in just a few months and shortly after I arrowed the biggest deer of my life. Just like when she was little she was right by my side and took charge of the tracking. It’s family and the little things that matter the most. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you for this video it meant more to me than you will ever know.

[@johnweiss3126]

My hunting partner who is my sister was diagnosed with breast cancer two years ago and we lost our dad who hunted with us 3 years ago,she beat it so far and it’s a good to see her out there with me this year

[@RobertONeill-ml3nw]

My faith has also been tested. Our son was born with non verbal autism and when he reached puberty he started having grand mal siezures. I have asked God over and over why dealing my son with another bad card in life. I had to give up deer hunting to take care of my son 24 7. Had to sell my bow, muzzle loaders etc to pay for his needs. I miss so bad sitting in the woods hunting and watching nature and the heart pounding moment when the buck i have been watching appears. Those days gave me a time to reflect and have stress free time. I pray for those days again

[@huntrealoutdoors]

absolutely love this one. huge fan now.....

[@robertpeters6923]

Great video Mr. Higgins. I too wonder what God has for us in our lives. I have a grandson who since seven has been in a wheelchair and will be for the rest of his life. He has finally accepted that and I’m so proud of him. He has become an excellent shot with a pistol and rifle. He also is learning to play a guitar. My son in law had brain cancer surgery about six months ago and is doing great. I like you have been deer hunting a long time but at 73 not as much as I would like to. I built a new selfbow this past year and shot it every day but when my shot came I missed. It was a little disappointing but when I sat back down on my stand I realized it had been a great hunt. Today is thanksgiving and I’ll have a great day with the family. Tomorrow morning I’m back in that stand with the osage bow.

[@MollyDogg1234]

Don, I just watched your video. As a deer hunter, as a father of two boys with Duchenne's Muscular Dystrophy ( a terminal neuromuscular disease), I know first hand what it's like to see your children suffer. For mine, there is no hope at a cure. Im not trying to down play your daughters condition, not at all, just letting you know, you are not alone in that pain my friend. You have reached people through your messages of faith, you have helped people more than you know. For what it's worth, you've helped me to "see the light", to become a lot stronger in my faith, and to want to be a better man. I stumbled across your content years ago, by accident, on KZbin one day. I believe it was a seminar you were doing at a church. I remember that day like it was yesterday, and it's been years ago. I've followed your content ever since. I know it's long winded, but some people look up to you, and for alot more than deer hunting. God bless you and your family. Thanks for another great video

[@tommyfallon6441]

Probably your best video yet, Thank you for that.

[@christopherstillman4629]

Don, I have liked you from the moment I started watching your videos. A man who puts the Creator above the created speaks volumes! This video certainly puts life in perspective. "What's our legacy going to be? "... Thank you for sharing. May God bless and lift your daughter back to good health!

[@jeffmorrison3562]

Great video. Actually made me cry. At the age of 57 I can totally relate to the messages in this video. Great job Don

[@timtollett8513]

There is no better place than to reflect on our lives than in the deer woods. Prayers get answered out there...Your daughter will beat this. Giving back is a reflection of our healthy souls and you are blessed in so many ways, Keep the faith Don. Good things happen to good people.

[@andrewschaepe4134]

Thank you Don for sharing this, like you i also turned 60 this past Spring, and also facing the most challenging circumstance in my life. Jesus said in this world we will have tribulation, tears and pain, but he also said to be of good cheer for I have overcome this world! Thank you for sharing it has blessed me more than you know!

[@cheetoz6902]

This episode touched my soul and made me cry,I so needed to see this . I'm a sorry man that needs to change and this is a kick start in my butt. God spoke through you my friend

[@johnf7403]

Don. I have followed you for many years. We have never personally met, but your spiritual growth is visible to me. You have helped me, and didn’t even know it. You’re a Great Deer hunter, but you’re a better man. Prayers as always for you, and your family.

[@gary4645]

What a beautiful smile on a beautiful girl. Don' you made me reflect. Never letting the small things get away. Why is it we reflect and then say, " We never knew what good times we were having then." Realize those good times and tell someone you love them and your glad their in your life! Thank You Don for sharing this!

[@gregstacy693]

All I can say is wow. Very touching video. The older I get the more I think about this. And the sunrises mean so much more to me now. Thanks Don

[@joshkendrick8682]

Awesome video an beautiful family brother

[@brandonscott2091]

I've always been a tough critic of yours and the small glimpses into your life through video, social media or articles never paint the whole picture behind the scenes. Thanks for the reminder and may God Bless your Family and provide them the strength through this season of life!!

[@bobbymolak3364]

Amen Don ..Life is full of hurdles and obstacles but the Good Lord will always be with us . God Bless You and your family ❤️🙏✝️

[@kencarmack4934]

Awesome video, well done thanks for sharing

[@robertschuricht1294]

This one hit home, I was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 27. I was a single man at the time, but since I've married, I had 4 boys. Now, 10 years later, deer hunting still being a very strong passion. I need to remember that family is still number 1.

[@dalebradford7973]

Love this. Really hit home as a younger man I hunted probably to much and put it in front of my family at times. At the age of 51 now my priorities have changed. God , family, outdoors.

[@kennylainhart7148]

Priceless Don, we love ya brother wishing you and you're family the best and prayers sent you're way!!!! God bless you All ❤️🙏

[@lonniechartrand]

Don, I can relate to this video in so many ways! A few years back, my wife was diagnosed with breast cancer. To say the least, I was devastated. I could not understand why God would allow this to happen to her as her faith is VERY STRONG! She gives of herself unselfishly, and puts others before her. So why her? But it was her faith and prayer that got her through it, and as of now she is in remission and was recently told that there was less than a two percent chance of it reoccurring. Thanks be to God for that! And as to my legacy, I am leaving my small farm to my two children and my grandson, with the hope that they will hold on to it FOREVER. As I have told them, they don't make any more ground, so hang onto it, and cherish it. It is not only the farm, but all of the equipment, and the cabin that I am leaving them. PLUS, all of the work and improvements, and habitat work. The farm, though small, has seen a VAST IMPROVEMENT in our deer herd, and the turkey and quail have been seen in greater numbers as of late. This year my son and I both killed nice bucks off of my seventy acres, and my grandson took a nice doe. This was a MEMORABLE season for sure! And, like you, age has me realizing that my hunting days are on the downhill slide now. As I cleaned and put my rifle away the other day I thought to myself that I hope to be able to take it out "Just one more time". Just know that I am praying for your daughter, family, and of course, yourself.

[@dannyberrysr.3769]

Praying for your daughter and your family. Keep the faith brother

[@philipmedlin8902]

Don , I just love this. I'll be praying for your daughter 🙏, 😢 I promise. God has blessed you in so ,so many ways. I could only imagine what it would be like to be where you're at. God bless. Hope to shake your hand someday.

[@burksoutdoors8391]

Even though I can't afford lithium batteries for my cameras lol, I tell people all the time I'm the richest man in the world because of my family. This is your best video to date Don. Praying for your family.

[@michaeldwyer591]

Thanks Don! Sometimes it takes a story just like this one to remind us what is truly most important. Very classy to say the least! Your family is beautiful, enjoy and god bless!

[@larryh4310]

Great video and great message Don! We will continue to keep your daughter in our prayers! God bless!

[@ethansleeman4533]

Incredible....thank you for sharing. Your humble approach is so admirable.

[@michaelbushey2787]

after this video. whoever watches it, will absolutely rememeber you for the kind if MAN you are, not the hunter. This video got to me. Thanks Don.

[@KevinZduriencik]

Great video! Your daughters smile put a big smile on my face. Attitude is so important in battling this disease, with her attitude, cancer doesn’t stand a chance. Once again, great life advice. Continued prayers for your family and especially Andrea.

[@daxcape3997]

As a 31 year old with a 3 month old girl (first child) this video made me realize alot of things and think about some stuff. Prayers for your family Don and have a good Thanksgiving.

[@bowhunter2]

Great story, prayers for your daughter and your family!

[@williamgriffin8722]

God Bless you, Don, and your entire family. Outstanding message and absolutely best video that I've ever seen. My prayers for you and the family always.

[@vincepearce1]

Don I love all your past videos but this one really hit home we all have so much to be thankful for, life is so precious. God bless you all

[@mattr.3726]

Great Video Don- The older I get, it seems the more in touch with my emotions I become. This video was an emotional roller coaster for me. Thank you for your continued emphasis on the things that matter- great timing on the release.

[@jordanhudson5075]

Thanks for the words I don’t think I wanted to hear but the ones I needed to hear

[@nicholasmann529]

She is in our prayers. Lifting you up 🙌👏

[@georgeortiz2172]

Awesome! Your a great man Don! I’ve followed you for about 3 years. You’ve made an impression on me . The vid is a Tribute to your family and friends! Then your deer hunting community! You honored Babe with class!❤🇺🇸

[@terrycooper2420]

Thank you sir for the wake up call and praying for your family.

[@davidvanlerberg1686]

This is an amazing message that every man needs to hear, no matter if he has ever been in a deer stand or not. Thank you Don and Steve. Prayers for your daughter’s complete healing sir. May God bless you.

[@joeyphillips3363]

Great video Don 😢 Thank you for all you do to uplift others in so many ways. Thank you for your faith in God and in your family. I’ve been praying for your daughter and the whole family during this difficult time. Baby is great deer congratulations. Joey P Mancheter Tn.

[@KyleAmerman]

Don I rarely ever comment I tend to set back and absorb the information you pass along. But this video hit different. You sir are one of the greats. Very inspirational. Prayers to your daughter for strength and healing. And I hope you and your family have a joyful and blessed holiday season.

[@catchemalive]

By far the best video yet!!!! Still praying for you daughter Don!! You’ve got a beautiful family

[@chanceyfuller3695]

Great message and video Don, continued prayers for your daughter! God bless

[@HUNTERSADVANTAGE]

Great message. This one brought me to tears and strengthened my faith. Thank you Steve for the video!

[@karolskakes388]

Today God blessed me with your video. In all things purpose is given, if we but seek.

[@donaldberg3068]

Don after following u for two years and listening to your testimony I;m sure u will hear from are LORD and SAVIOR ENTER MY GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT !!

[@TheHuntinfool69]

I lost my mom to cancer last year and my dad 11 years ago from a massive heart attack. Miss them dearly! I'm 54 now and have 3 sons and 7 grandchildren. I also have seen how much joy i get from teaching them to hunt with respect, ethics, a love for wild life, and be a good person. My passion also is deer hunting and dream of the bucks you shoot. Love you channel and content. I've learned a lot. Very touching and wonderful video. Probably your best yet with a great message. God bless you and your family and sending prayers for your daughter. Ill keep my 200" dream going! Thank you Don.

[@kevincampbell9466]

Great video as always !

[@Wabblewater22]

Maturity brings about understanding. U said it very well. God bless u and urs. He loves us all.

[@ksdoubledrop]

Excellent video, Don and team! What a tribute and that couldn’t have released on a better day. We will continue to pray for you all. God bless! Thanks for sharing!

[@JeffPropst-uv4vi]

Outstanding ! Wonderful message, as a 65 year old deer hunter it hits home to me .

[@kencarmack4934]

Oh you got me Don, I shed a tear at the end. Great video certainly put things into perspective

[@calebruyle29]

Well done, Don. As a father of 3 young children (8, 4, and almost 1) this hits home. There is no better place to reflect than in the deer woods. Thankful every day to be blessed with an amazing family and the opportunity to spend time outdoors.

[@williamszerletich9914]

Man! Thank you Don for such an inspirational message about family and your passion of hunting. I always tell my wife that the timber is my place of reflection where I can reflect on my family and my own life. Thanks for sharing and I will be praying for you and your family.

[@bradconklin44]

That was the best video I ever seen on KZbin,your legacy will go further then just a deer hunter ,you are a good man with a wonderful family! God bless you and your family .

[@Archerygeek7788]

Mr Higgins, aside from looking up to as a legend and master of deer hunting. You’ve opened my eyes to several aspects of life throughout this video. As an adult I can say this one video has humbled me, this video has hit home harder then you can imagine. It’s helped me grow as man not as a hunter. Thanks for allowing us to become closer to you and your family. You sir are a legend and you’re our generations father of conservation. Don you’re an inspiration to us hunters, you’ve given us a path to fallow for success afield. You’ve laid the foundation for figuring out and managing deer. Today you’ve touched every person who’ve watched this video and that sir has a whole new level of just how legendary you are. Thank you sir and god bless your family.

[@curtyoder2210]

Thank you for your transparency Don! This is what the world needs. Prayers for your daughter.

[@rogermalouf7685]

Excellent video….not just for hunting….but as a mature responsible man and how he should live his life. You are a role model for us all in the woods and outside the woods. Like you, I have had special issue in my life that were not the greatest….but I tried to make the best of them. I deeply admire your accomplishments, and your passion. When I was younger, I shared your passion…and had great men as role models and hunters. And they are good memories….but I was always the youngest in my group….and over the years, I watched each one pass….and the pain of losing their friendships. Today I’m alone and I’m 68. Regret never having sons or family to continue my legacy, why God never allowed me the giants I saw in the woods, and why I had so many obstacles in my pursuit. But what is ……is….even if I don’t understand it. Still, I wish the best for you and your family….you are so lucky to have them to care for…and who care for you. Best of luck with everything in the woods…and outside the woods. Only the best you young whipper Snapper….

[@brandondietz5276]

Legendary for so many reasons! Praying for your daughter and a speedy recovery!

[@ricks7432]

I was going to Alberta hunting on Thanksgiving week every year for a while. That is when my guide said was the best chance for the big ones there. As my boys were growing up I felt it was better to take that 5K it cost for the trip and make land payments. I am out of the big buck area but feel spending time with my kids and friends is a better investment. God bless.

[@tonywinton7949]

Don, thanks for the willingness to share your story, Gods working through you and your work. Brother continue to press towards the mark!

[@waynesly6116]

Life lessons pasted on to younger generations!!! You made one comment that surprised me. You said that It would be good for for folks to learn before they “get old like me at 60” I was like,… 19:01 19:01 man he ain’t old!! But I realized I am in my mid 60s. After I retired I change my diet to only whole food, no sugar or processed food and started working out n walking 3-5 miles a day with sprints (when I am not hunting or running the 60 plus trail cameras). I do not feel like I am old at all!!! I feel like I am 30. I now realize the importance of taking care of Gods temple (our body) more than ever. I only hunt the most remote rugged places I can find and have taken my biggest buck of a life time doing it. Praise the Lord for his many blessings that I do not deserve. God is good all the time!! Keep up your testimony!! I r touching many lives through yr ministry!!👍💪🙏👆

[@joemichael9072]

Thanks for the video. Thank you for using the platform God has given you to strengthen our faith as well! Great video and message Don and the entire crew that produced this!!!!

[@RodneyHunter-e9h]

Don, I feel for you and family my heart and prayers go out to your family, as I Recently lost my brother in July and had same passion for deer as you have since early age but since his passing It has set me back and made me reflect on my life of some of the not good thinks I have done but like you I hope I have touch or reach someone out there ! Thank you for letting me share.

[@rackfactoroutdoors]

Beautiful video and great message Don! Very well done!

[@tonyglick1897]

Well said Don, amazing video,. We all love our deer hunting and some of us more extreme then others, but you are right when it all comes down to it, it's all about God and family and friends. God bless and have a happy Thanksgiving

[@davidheron6853]

Prayers for you my friend, been there! Thank you for sharing!!!👌

[@brianmiller1580]

Wow really wasn't expecting to shed a tear today while watching chasing Giants...what a wonderful message. My wife could care less about deer hunting but she loves your show much she will actually get upset w me if I watch or listen to it without her! Really appreciate what you guys do, good stuff keep it up.

[@justinmartin1267]

Awesome video as a avid bow Hunter this hit home with as I know in my younger yrs I put hunting way ahead of family and friends as I’ve grown I realize deer hunting is my passion but no where near on the same level as my family Thanks Don

[@EricProuty-o2r]

Very well said Don, Thank You!

[@houstongregory6264]

Beautiful video don prayers for your entire family!

[@billymurray3361]

That’s awesome Don. God Bless

[@5pickerb432]

That video really touches my heart Don. God bless you and your family.

[@TODDSIMON-xu6qf]

Thank you Don. You inspire me to try to be a better man . Truly blessed.

[@teddypace]

What an amazing video and story! Don, you’re an inspiration to so many of us, not just as a great deer hunter, but more so of a man of great integrity and value! Thank you for all you do!

[@garybaker730]

Your family, and everyone that hears your voice on the podcast or radio are truly blessed everyday, no worries everyone will remember the true man besides being the true real hunter. If anyone only remembers hunting then they need to look into their life and do some analysis and change before it’s too late. I listen to every podcast,video and God, faith,family are always mentioned . God is always working and your family is so blessed and your daughters couldn’t be more proud to have their kids grow up with you mentoring and planting the seeds that will help them choose God and pursue their own dreams. We will continue our sincere commitment of prayers for Andrea in this chapter, God will always bring us through the storm, it’s easy to get distracted and worry about the storm but His word is our promise. Great video and so glad that I found your channel and podcast and you have truly helped me change my life and outlook. Thank you

[@jamieyeomans3803]

Oh man you are an awesome person thank you for sharing.

[@billjones7503]

Very touching, eye opening, heartfelt, as well as very meaningful video. Thank you for sharing your legacy with us all Don. Wishing you many more years of great hunting. Also praying for the best out come with your daughter's illness.

[@danielpifer9222]

Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom and teaching us to put it all into perspective. Continuing to pray for your family!

[@Dougcusick]

Great message Don, God Bless and 🙏🙏

[@kevinteaford853]

Prayers for you and your family Happy Thanksgiving brother you are a great example. Thank you 🦌💙

[@jakedrew7365]

Great video. Thanks for sharing everything.

[@ClC14862]

We’re the same age Don and I lived the same life. As I’ve gotten older I wished I had the time back to do over and the right way now. Great video! Thanks for sharing your story with us. I hope your daughter makes a speedy recovery🙏🏻

[@parkergade77]

Very awesome video Don, made me tear up for the things we take for granted. Coming from a 21 year old this was pretty eye opening to see you talk about.

[@johnaustin4312]

Thanks Don !!! Everyone needs to watch this video. You’re well respected for the Man you are. I’ve meet you once. I feel like I’ve known you a lifetime. God Bless you and your family. Happy Thanksgiving

[@TimberRidgePro]

What an incredible video! Thx for sharing these stories Don!!

[@wadejackson3297]

Wow Don, what an awesome Story. Thank you for sharing your heart and passion for family and hunting, and challenging us all to be sure to put our families first. May God continue to bless You and Your family. Happy Thanksgiving!

[@brentfrey1250]

Thank you for sharing.

[@BrianGuthrie-f8t]

Very well done!!!

[@Mid-MoDisabledhunter]

Mr. Don, this was an incredibly well put together video. Words can’t describe how much your daughter and family are in my prayers. Sometimes deer are a 2nd priority. May your daughter find strength and courage and beats the crap outta that C word! Now for the deer, WHAT A BRUTE! Kudos for takin down Babe! I’m a relatively new podcast listener and gotta say….you know your stuff and I could listen all day!