Giving Up on Public Land...

I Feel Like GIVING UP on Public Land - Hunters united not divided... I wanted to make sure the owner(s) of this camera see that I root for their success. I hope we can help others handle situations similar and share public land. I hope to do a video bow build with the hubby and show that even though there was a misunderstanding, we can still move forward. Regardless if you like or don't like trail cameras, cellular trail cameras, I think the take home message is respect, we all want that. -DS #elkshape
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[@ElkShape]

I’m gonna pin this up top… United not Divided. I offered to do a bow build for the husband because he was nice in person. He’s a serious hunter who doesn’t have social media. I liked him. Please learn from this and work towards uniting our small community.

[@TheWVgoodguy22]

Definitely all noise but I am glad everything got cleared up. It sucks that in this social media age that folks are so quick to judge. Pros and cons of a cell camera 📸 are proven right there. Good luck 🍀 to you Dan and all hunters who are braving snow ❄️ like that in hopes of getting a whitetail buck 🏹🦌

[@ryanscott1316]

💯 we're all on the same team. Clean it up!

[@Bowhunterohio]

Bro we are all behind you. We know you wouldn’t do that. You don’t have to. Most of us know what it’s like being blamed for things we haven’t done and it’s sad we live in a world like that. It’s like you said. People will always root against you. People will always want you to fail. I know this first hand and it doesn’t matter who you are it’s part of life. It’s just up to us on how we deal with it and to keep moving forward. Keep your head up. Your community knows you wouldn’t do that.

[@jaycpopejr]

You handled this perfectly. Hopefully the guy is man enough to accept your invitation for the bow build. #unitednotdivided

[@user-vi1mz7du5x]

Good Man Dan!! Addressed with intelligence and patience. Can’t cancel Dan!!! Love this guy

[@allenshafer7666]

That lady should do more than apologize. Absolute BS on her part not to verify if the camera was ACTUALLY stolen! You handled it better than I would have. Well done

[@AMpufnstuf]

She made a mistake, probably feels like an ass, and now a very unimportant thing is solved. Why turn it into more videos after this one cleared it up? I get on here to see hunts, not people talking about who wiggled a camera

[@douglasblotz6663]

I stumbled on this, and you, sir, are a class act. This is the 1st time I've watched one of your videos, but it won't be the last. You handled this in the best way possible. I'm sorry you had to deal with this situation. I look forward to seeing more from you. Take care and good luck.

[@lukelamphier1699]

You are a lucky man, be warned if you start watching this guy he might mess around and help you change your life

[@VaughnAdventures]

It's just noise man. Good standing up for yourself!

[@brianthompson9136]

Took my son (12) out for his first hunt this fall. Public general tags. Nothing but class and kindness from strangers we ran into; even when we and another hunter arrived at same trailhead same time to hunt same face. Grateful for that. He got a nice deer and memories to last a lifetime.

[@UrbanDefenseSystems]

Where do you live? Probably the most important thing to go along with your statement.

[@nicsargent9435]

Much respect Dan. It’s inspiring to see you face this with compassion and thoughtfulness. You are absolutely correct that we hunters need to be united. There are too many stories of people thinking that public land is theirs, or people mistreating other fellow hunters. You are leading by example. Keep up the good fight brother.

[@ojamnitr]

The public land challenge never ceases to amaze me. Greatings from FL, you wouldn’t believe some of the experiences I’ve had on public down here. And have you ever noticed that all the B.S. usually takes place during gun season? I feel like bow hunters have more respect for eachother

[@user-xp6vy4pi8b]

There are bad apples in every barrel. In my experience, ( hunting private land), around here, bowhunters are the worst trespassers and poachers.

[@carlosgaztelucabral8061]

I hunt florida public land also. It's tough but I heard it's not as bad in Northern Florida.

[@carlosgaztelucabral8061]

Dude, just keep hunting public land and welcome the added challenges.

[@jgartrell3687]

@@carlosgaztelucabral8061 Somebody lied to you lol There’s bad apples everywhere including here in N FL.

[@Buckdeer101]

Nope, bow hunters are no better here in Canada. In fact we find bow hunters worse because most rifle hunters don’t even get out of their trucks. It’s not just cameras, it’s treestands and everything else that you use to access your tree

[@jshobe393]

You’re right Dan, it’s all noise! People are more unhappy and unfulfilled than ever and it makes them feel better to see someone successful “fail” or what they perceive to be fail. Now where is that new Ultraview scope?!? I’m dying for the details over here haha😂

[@davidrichardson945]

Keep grinding, Dan. Haters gonna hate💪🏻💪🏻

[@Steelcased.]

The fact that despite everything that went down this guy still offered to do a bow build for the guy shows his true character.

[@litewerx4409]

A person who cares about his community is as good as it gets

[@derry11]

I just started watching your videos a couple months back and I just want to say that I respect the hell out of you man. You handled that perfectly. Shame on people that are so quick to judge. Hunters should always have each others' backs

[@braddickens4080]

Dude, not just blowing smoke but I feel for you. I was once accused of something I not only had nothing to do with but they weren’t even my client and I didn’t know they existed. I almost lost EVERYTHING. Even after a small blurb came out that it wasn’t me I never felt I was fully vindicated. The damage on the front end always outweighs the tiny retraction on the back end. I’ll pray for you.

[@josephstanczak4340]

You handled this better than most hunters I’ve encountered on public land. Keep fighting the good fight and keep your character and head held high! You are a great advocate for all bow hunting! Love ya

[@chrisjones3660]

Always rooting for ya Dan! Love the videos and the passion you have for hunting. You’ll never make everyone happy and unfortunately people love to see others fail. God is good!

[@chasekingsbury8245]

Glad to see you’re not letting this effect you too much! Love the videos and appreciate the effort you put into each one as well! Keep up the good work❤️

[@brandonparker3278]

It's crazy this man trains, practices , works his ass off and has people hating and trying to drag his name in the mud cause they are just jealous. Keep doing you Dan , your one of the reasons I wanted to pick up a bow.

[@helodriver20]

💯. And I’m getting a bow as we speak. Dan’s advice will save me 💰.

[@brianperiso674]

This is what makes hunting a blessing. We get to meet and interact with others. I would be honored to be sharing a spot with you Dan. Keep up the great work and content. You are a great role model.

[@davidrichardson945]

Stand up hunter, Dan. Kudos to you🏹🏹

[@bradencurrent]

So much respect for you my man. Lots of info gained and respect for the hard work. Keep it up

[@royhoglund1322]

Good on you, Dan, for standing up for yourself! I know you from ElkShape Camp and stand behind you as a stand up guy! I support you! RESPECT!

[@Stalkoutdoors246]

Dan is a generous guy who gives others his time and encourages others. He gave a little Aussie hunting podcast his time and spoke with passion and integrity. These things hurt in many ways. It’s unfortunate that this situation happened and it didn’t get cleared up before public comments happened. Chin up Dan. Respect. Stalk Outdoors Podcast Australia

[@Danyang1]

Rooting for you brother. Keep grinding. Nothing but respect!

[@derry11]

I just started watching your videos a couple months back and I just want to say that I respect the hell out of you man. You handled that perfectly.

[@DerekMichaelAnderson]

You just earned a new subscriber! Never seen any of your videos and I’m so glad this was my first to stumble on. I love to support people who really put their character on display in tough times and you, sir, have shown yourself approved!

[@newzealandspotlightersasso9181]

You don't have to explain yourself Dan, everybody is well aware of your ethics and how Genuine you are. Someone is just pissed your hunting in there Spot. 😂

[@brianloeffler2245]

But that's the thing about public land !! It's not their spot. It's mine and yours as well if we find the same spot. I went back to "my" spot this year over a mile and a half back. And super hard walking as a tornado went through 5 years ago. It's been logged since with tops of trees everywhere. Got back there set up hung my bow and there is a guy in a tree 40 yards away waving at me. so a week later went back but down the creek a little bit farther. and boom there he is again. So I figured it might be this guy I talked to a couple years prior. Turns out it's his buddy so after all of that and the riffle season going by. I bow hunt only but we are meeting this weekend coming up to get on the same page with one another. We all need patience and know it's not our spot it's anyone's who finds it. Seems like a great guy and I'm excited to meet him actually. He has a way quicker way in going through his buddy's property like only a few hundred yards. Lucky guy

[@fulldraw3]

I have a piece of public land close to where I live and have been thinking about checking it out next season. I seen an older gentleman out there beginning of this season and told him I was thinking about trying it next year and was surprised when he told me a section of it known for big deer. Hunters definitely need to stand together and lift each other up. Congrats on you for standing your ground and defending yourself 💯

[@tigercat73]

Dont give up Brother!! Im blessed to have over 60,000 acres of public land within 5 minutes of my house and i understand your aggravation. Keep the grind going.

[@joshwarren3341]

As always, I truly love your motivation. I feel that you handled it way more professionally than I wouldve, love your point as hunters staying united!

[@jacoblogsdon2850]

It's not just you bro. This is every state I've hunted in the last 5 years, and getting worse every year. I've been a die hard public land hunter for 25 years. I'm getting absolutely sick of it.

[@cantfoou]

Same!

[@Wallyofthewild]

Yup, put all the work in and some PLUG comes around and plops their stand right next to mine. Been there, done that. I got so far out now it’s not even funny.

[@whodidwhat32]

I gave up for a good 8-9 years because of it.

[@aaronwilcox6417]

In my local area public land has become too overran mostly from non-res WA state folks. That's all I see out there. I got tired of them and Idaho selling too many tags without proper resources so I gave it up because N. Idaho has reached an saturation point.

[@jacoblogsdon2850]

@@aaronwilcox6417 You can thank the R3 initiative and social media/media for a lot of what's going on.. More hunters = More Money. The health of the animal populations does not matter

[@Vondoobie]

You're way nicer of a guy than me

[@richarddavis1480]

Greetings from South Ga. Enjoy your videos! Way to stand your ground. We need to pull together as a hunting community rather than tear each other down! Thanks for the great content and being a stand up dude! Its good that you called them out and even better that you offered to film the bow build!

[@ryanbarton9487]

Dan you keep being you!!! Your inspiration to me and my boys!! As a Christian, as a man, and as a hunter. Thank you for all you do and the content you put out. It’s great to learn from and motivating!!

[@acone231]

The reason it’s getting harder every year to hunt public lands is because of the KZbinrs showing everyone where to go and how to do it

[@drunkgamin1562]

Pretty dumb comment.

[@SteelheadTed]

For those of us that didn’t grow up hunting we appreciate the KZbinrs that show us the ropes.

[@StickNMove1040]

god forbid someone starts on the same level as you. get over yourself, there’s many reasons why public land is going downhill and youtubers making videos aren’t one of them.

[@EthanPageHunter]

Everything people are experiencing is because of hunter tv and social media. Crowding will never get better, bad actors won’t go away, till hunters stop publicizing hunting.

[@Duane14]

Yup, if these Instagram bro-hunters would all go outta business. The hunting would get better pretty darn quick I think...

[@joeyfuentes1051]

@@Duane14agreed lol but here I am watching hunting until the wife lets me out of the house again hahaha

[@EthanPageHunter]

@@Duane14 I don’t wish Dan particularly any ill will at all. He’s feeding his fam and is a fellow brother in Christ. But at the end of the ALL hunting social is contributing to pay to play hunting and the beginning of the end.

[@joeyfuentes1051]

@@EthanPageHunterdidn’t know he was a Christian cool !

[@EthanPageHunter]

@@joeyfuentes1051 hunting videos are still my guilty pleasure lol

[@JacobHetherington]

Keep working hard and giving the glory up! So many people look up to you and you do an outstanding job.

[@jamesmacarthur6116]

I appreciate you Dan, and the way you handled this was professional. Keep doing what you do!!!

[@c.a.m.matherly9958]

Your hunting ethic is an example of what other hunters should strive to be and follow... hats off to you...

[@user-mx6vb4iw4k]

Second person I’ve subscribed to. Much respect for how you dealt with this brother

[@kencampbell600]

Stay strong and stay the course. Don’t let the storm blow you off course or get inside you. Hopefully this will be a life lesson for all involved and everyone watching. These things make us stronger and wiser. Best wishes!

[@jonathanpalmquist3504]

Dude keep doing your thing, these people are quick to be haters and jealous of what you do. You’re inspiring and give us so much knowledge. Keep Hammering brother!

[@mikeclark6646]

Love you and your work brother. Keep getting after it, you are making a difference in the community. Believe it, trust it, keep pressin’ dude.

[@douglasjohnson2334]

You’re a good person Dan! I really appreciate your content,it’s improved my ability to shoot and my ability to be a more humble person.

[@RundownSlayer]

Love your videos and glad this was resolved. Keep up the good work and don’t give up.

[@joelmaldonado8827]

It is often tough to be the bigger person, I know I struggle with it from time to time. You handled the situation well and cleared it all up. I really admire the fact that even after all of that flack being thrown at you, you still managed to stay true to your goal. The same goal all of us hunters should try and emulate. Thank you. I wish you well and a lot of luck. United not Divided

[@mikepatterson3109]

Hey Dan, don't stop what you are doing! Really enjoy your public land content. 99.9 percent of us know your sincere and an honest guy just based on the info you share, keep it up!

[@redemptionhunting]

I came across this by total accident and I’m blown away! Thanks for handling it with class.

[@chrissteinbacher6552]

Mad respect for you after listening to the whole story. Wish we had more hunters like you.

[@cordellnebeker9748]

Dan we appreciate your content, keep up the good work!

[@millerbrosmediaoffgridflyf7767]

That’s super frustrating man, good on you for taking the high road and also having the wherewithal to document everything.

[@ArtietheArchon]

being falsely accused of something is among the most frustrating things that can happen to a person, glad you came out the other side clean buddy. proud of ya, handled like a man

[@jakedilgeroutdoors8235]

Well said Dan! Glad you’re looking for a positive resolution

[@andrewn1615]

This channel has been producing some great content recently, and I feel you are finding your stride. It sucks to have haters ruin what you love and I hope it doesn't deter you from hunting public lands. Good luck and keep up the great content.

[@Pstratis541]

Keep up the good work Dan! Don’t let this sorta shit get you down. My buddy just had his blind and two cameras stolen yesterday which sucks, hopefully we find them.

[@user-wd9kc6oh7h]

Hey brother, I just want to say I'm a second season bow hunter and frankly your videos over the past 3 years have been a driving force for my brother in law and I to continue to push ourselves and ABT. Keep up the good work

[@PrimitiveHarvest]

Hey Dan you said it "there will always be those who want to see success fall. I feel like if these people knew who you were and had watched any of your videos they already knew you wouldn't steal for another hunter. My point being that it would seem as they just couldn't resist stirring things up. You rose above it and in the end that's what matters. Respect Dan! Keep doing you your hard work is changing lives.

[@DIYRAY]

Being a beginner Hunter, I appreciate your perspectives and experience in these types of situations. In my opinion I believe you handled this situation perfectly. I will be putting my information on my trail camera.

[@jimbess3906]

Total respect for that man. Public land is tough. People are hard to deal with. You just stood up. Hope you don't give up but don't blame you if you do. You did do the right thing.

[@christophervanlerberg4149]

You handled the situation like a grown up. Appreciate the openness.

[@ruebencaballero9511]

Long time viewer and supporter of everything Elkshape, someone who follows you should know your values and know your against any behavior like that. Personally I wouldn’t build anything for that dude, but do what you choose fit. Continued support from Texas

[@BongSoben206]

Love it man! 🙌✌️

[@ArcheryShepherdsOutdoors]

Man I love this and sorry you had to deal with this. United not Divided. I think we can all relate to putting in hard work just as much as the next person and odds 2 hunters may end up targeting the same sign in the same area. I’d much rather see a BBD by me or the next person and share a good story than fight over PUBLIC land. I think you handled this so well! Good luck the rest of the season!

[@davidholliday2703]

Dan, I am sorry you went through that brother, but I loved the way you handled it. I'm so glad the outcome was positive. I also like your comments about uniting hunters. We can have our in-house debates and remain united. We need more of that. Thank you for sharing.

[@robertbrewer2055]

Thanks for putting this video out. I would benefit everyone to take a breath and be respectful of everyone.

[@STIHLFIRE437]

Keep grinding Dan. Don’t let others bring you down because they are jealous.

[@erxkeel]

Pretty cool of you to offer to help that dude with a bow build. Legit.

[@PineyGroveHomestead]

I go hunting to get away from this kinda stuff and it's why I quit hunting public land here in Florida. I pay for part of 1200 acres just so I know that I can get up at 0400 to hunt and not have it ruined by someone else! Great video....glad it worked out.

[@gidlock7885]

Good stuff man. Integrity is bond. Have always seen that in all you do. God bless brother.

[@gallensolutions]

Dan! Don't sweat it buddy! You are a class act my man. Anyone with any ablility to judge character understands yours is what fokes should hope to achieve. God bless brother! Stay the way ya are. Glenn R. Pennsylvania

[@brianmiller4743]

You’re right, it’s definitely just noise. Keep having great success and good luck.

[@RobertLewis-zp4vc]

Hey Dan, I got you back bro. Keep doing you! nothing but love for what you are doing, thank you

[@co_golfer28]

You’re the man Dan! Keep up the hard work

[@bayoubilly6971]

Good stuff !!! Thank you

[@bryanjohnson2456]

You handled this way better than I would've.

[@BigwoodzOG]

Class act bro- could have gone much different for the worse. Glad you went back to show proof. It’s just too bad that in this day and age people assume the worst and then find the need to try and cancel others. Stay the course.

[@mountainlifewithdavidkelsie]

Wow that is unfortunate how it all went down. Those who know you know you man! But with social media ones name can get drug threw the dirt in a hurry glad you was able to talk with the folks…. WE KNOW WHO ELKSHAPE IS!!! Wish you good health and happiness 👊🏽

[@jayk4693]

Well done Dan.... Keep the chin up. You're awesome !!!

[@MtPocketsRacing]

Handled like “Dan the fitness man” proud of you dude!

[@timmanion2197]

Dan, if every hunter went into the backcountry with your commitment to lift up the community of hunters, the sport….the lifeway …. wouldn’t be in near the trouble it’s in. Your commitment to hang tough in that commitment even after having been publicly accused of something you not only didn’t do, but more importantly would NEVER do (just another victim of the mindless rush to media replacing almost all traces of simple common sense) clearly demonstrates that you are EXACTLY the kind of example your FB attacker insisted you were failing to be. I wish you success with your channel, and even more so, success with your pursuit of all that’s best about the true hunter’s Way.

[@CoachMANdler]

The people in the know KNOW that you're a man of virtue. This fact alone should put this issue to bed, but on top of that you have supported your claims with objective, open and shut, PROOF that this persons claims were emotionally charged and false. Please don't allow their claims mar the person you are. I believe/support you and your mission here. Keep leading from the front, brother.

[@johnbillings3596]

Dan, you’re an inspiration and a mentor! Haters gonna hate, some of those out there sometimes jump to conclusions. Keep on keeping on brotha!

[@bryanheimann5370]

Man i wasn’t even that big of a follower until now. Now i want to go back through there and put a like and a comment on every video to help offset the haters and the liars. I am not gonna, i don’t have time for that, but for sure gonna be paying more attention. Don’t give up on public ground. It’s where the adventure is.

[@outdoorswithchrislee9003]

I don't know you personally, but I've watched every video up to date . Your chanal and podium archery pretty much and you to guys are the reason I bought a bow press , and I love tinkering also, I probably wouldn't of learned had it not been for yall . All that being said I know you did not or would ever do anything like that to anyone. Man it's crazy the way this wold is giting. Thank you so very much to you and Josh . The offer to him would be an awesome thing for hunting ,and humanity also. Thank you

[@harrypoehlmann5041]

This is so sad. Getting in shape and being a successful hunter takes a lot of hard work. A lot of people do not want to put in the work and accuses people that do the work of cheating. I am 65 and have made working hard in the gym and every thing I do. I understand the challenge,Dan sometimes blocking out the noise is the struggle. Keep doing what you do!

[@user-wc9ny9jm8p]

Unfortunately this is the world we live in now because of social media. It’s easy to drag someone thru the mud and tell the world. I think you handled this pretty dang well and those folks could learn a lesson or two from you for sure. Love your videos!

[@leejohnson8800]

so much for being able to unplug while hunting, one of the main reasons we do this! crazy how a cell cam can gather data and be posted so quickly!

[@thestretchdoc]

Glad it all worked out but sucks it went down that way, as you said. I met you once last year at Hunt Expo and I appreciated your character and love for others success. Keep up the good work and hope you stay on Public Land. #TeamElkShape

[@rileycollins6557]

What a pain to deal with this. Love the videos and what you’re doing!

[@treyozee2685]

I can't believe someone would do that to you Dan. If they had any idea who you were, they'd quickly realize you'd never do this. Awesome that you have moved past it and even offered to build a bow with them. You're a great guy! Keep it goin man!

[@jamierogers2525]

It's definitely sad to see how envious people are today. Keep on keeping on and congratulations for handling the false accusations so well.

[@shawncianflone1136]

Great video Dan, keep it going!

[@chrisoriley1430]

Respect for you for making a class act response video.

[@josephstephens3852]

Hey Dan, man I'm sorry you had to go through that. It is a shame that people assume the worse and go public with accusations before they even check for evidence. You handled this very professionally. Good for you. We need to be united.

[@tonyuriguen-yo6sx]

Good on you brother for the way you handled that. I do not usually comment but i felt compelled to in this instance. Solid work!!

[@jordanhopewelloutdoors]

I don’t know you personally but been following you for a while now. You’re a good dude. It’s sad how people are so quick to accuse and tear down others. You had every right to be pissed, but I think you handled it well. Best of luck to you and hopefully others following see your true character.

[@opflyfishing7437]

Props for keeping your cool!

[@dougbrownell5393]

It took my breath away to hear what you went through. Stay strong. "and let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart." Keep your vision.

[@chase-n-arrows1522]

Way to stay positive! Good job!

[@jameshurd4815]

Peace and love brother. Don't give up.

[@jaysonallen3100]

You're a legit stand up guy Dan! Keep your stick on the ice Brother!

[@benjaminmonteros6366]

Very Classy Dan. You da man!