Inherit the Hunt - 2019 Recurve Bow Hunting Elk

[@OutdoorMike]

There is nothing better than sharing the outdoors with your family. I love taking my kids with me on hunts and passing the tradition along to the next generation!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Couldn't agree more!

[@OdeeOz]

Sadly, this is a special family bonding time, that few kids will ever know. Nothing beats it, in my many years of outdoor experience. Thank you very much, for sharing this with us all.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thank you

[@OdeeOz]

@@clayhayeshunter no thanks needed, sir. All the thanks are to you, for reviving my memories of times outdoors with family, and hunting. You are building memories that your children will cherish as they grow older. ;)

[@lancejensen7737]

What a great video clay. Your family are living a quality of life that very few people can experience nowadays. And i believe they will be far better off for it. Greetings from New Zealand

[@clayhayeshunter]

Much appreciated

[@davebeals1718]

The hunt is so much more than the harvest. You portrayed that beautifully here. Thank you. Excellent vid, life shots & narration. Reminds me of the days my ole man took me out some 45 years ago. Beautiful memories. Brought tears to my eyes. What a marvelous journey with your loved ones.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Dave

[@UnspokenWilderness]

This was so satisfying to watch. Nothing better than making it a family outing!

[@clayhayeshunter]

For sure!

[@daigentaylor]

That is your best video yet Clay. You managed to capture the ups and downs of a hunt along with the enjoyment of family. Keep up the good work.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Daigen

[@FuzzyPoppa90]

I rewatch these videos every year at the start of the season lol and ill say it again. You Sir are one of the greatest fathers on the planet!! Much love for the Hayes family!!!

[@jaredadams3774]

What a kick ass job on this film!!!! I love how you’re raising your family and took us along for this adventure.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Jared

[@gmshep717sdad]

The real trophy here is your family. A wife and kids with a positive attitude and adventurous spirit is priceless. You are blessed. Thank you for this inspirational video!

[@Benjamminsince1995]

Living the life that’s meant to be lived, good for you brother I hope that one day all of us can enjoy this at least once in our lifetime.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Make it happen Benjamin!

[@bmcdoobie835]

Time well spent with family is always a good investment. Your boys will remember this experience forever. Years from now when they have their own families maybe they will take them out and relive the adventures they had as kids. Memories of life's experiences are free. They can make you smile or make you cry. I hope one day they thank you for such great memories.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Brian

[@oldgrowth2777]

Thank you for sharing some of your family time with all of us. It is a blessing to the hearts of many.

[@richardmonson8657]

Clay you are in a league of your own. You epitomize what hunting is really all about and capture it on video.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Richard

[@brucedonovan4858]

Clay, you and your wife are showing the world that true happiness comes from living a simple life. May God Bless you and your family immensely!!!! I absolutely treasure your videos!! You are an unbelievably great spokesman for the hunting community!! Thank you very much!! As fellow hunters we need to support videos like this, I will be visiting Patreon today.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Bruce!

[@crax7936]

Your son looks at you with such yearning. Such a blessing you have there. I wish my son shows the interest your youngest does!

[@alcidesjuarez6373]

This is not a video. This is an epic movie to last forever in your family! Excellent execution! Thank you for sharing it. I enjoyed it so much!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks much!

[@jefftucker9236]

It's really great to see how much you care about your son/family. Taking the time to explain the finer detail, show him the tracks, letting him walk up to the dead cow first handing him the reel. That's my biggest take away. Great film too.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Jeff

[@billmckechnie7491]

I am jealous. Since my kids have gotten older this reminds me of the enjoyment I had of watching children experience the beauty and wonder of the natural world. The wolf footage was also beautiful. Thanks

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Bill

[@petervanderbeek9518]

The boy is walks already in the tracks of his father. Fantastic film Clay

[@richardbaumfalk7301]

Clay, I wish that I could back time up. In 1987 I took my wife and 3 year old on an elk hunt. We had a wonderful time even though I was not successful we saw elk and I had a shot. Two weeks was not enough and now that son took his son to moose camp last year. As with Fen shooting the pig this brings back memories that are among my most precious things. You sir, a blessed man! Keep it up.

[@Makete100]

What a great family. Your little men are too awesome. You are a very blessed man and a great role model.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks

[@waynepatton689]

That was pretty powerful. I really don’t know what to say other than thank you for putting this together. You have a unique ability to put into words and pictures all of the experiences, desires and rewards that are so obvious but seem so hard to explain.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Wayne

[@davepoor5000]

Thank you for such an awesome video, you have reignited that fire I lost some 10 years ago... you and your son's together brought back a few great memories of hunting with my son at that age... we still hunt together but not as often as we both would like... now he's a father and I sent him this video... as a new father himself he will understand now the feelings we dads have hunting with our children and passing on that knowledge, and most of all making those memories that last a lifetime... Thank you!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Glad you liked it!

[@Glader08]

It’s amazing to see how much the channel has changed in quality! It went from great to Top Notch! Felt like I was watching a high budget movie!

[@clayhayeshunter]

I appreciate that!

[@Pygapascoe160]

I totally agree! It’s like watching a documentary, just…better.

[@grizzlylongbows5742]

You are a fortunate man Clay, you are raising them right and an understanding wife is just a bonus.

[@johnbrandon6361]

Great job Dad!!! My kids are grown and gone, but the memories of taking them hinting when they were young are the best. And better is going hunting now that they are older!

[@Pabst_Comandante_I.]

It is good to see that your sons actually have a real childhood and they dont just care about watching TV and playing Video games. Once again one of your videos is a real masterpiece and I really like the authenticity behind it :)

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks

[@nik57nik57]

Hi clay, ive been following your work for a little while now... I want to thank you for what your sharing. I love hunting and all, i live for these things. But am not takling about that here. I am speaking of your personnal value, attitude, ethic & way more. You are an inspiration for me, a young man that is figuring out who & what i want to be in life.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks much

[@michaelsheroda7654]

That was awesome with you & the whole family.I love your lifestyle. The elk was recovered & shared with your family & all of us viewers.Once again awesome 👌

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks

[@scottnovak4303]

GREAT video Clay! Loved seeing your boy out there with you. He wants to be just like you, I can see it. And that is the best part of this whole thing! 👍👍

[@kieranrichardt7189]

10/10 mate, I respect your honesty with your audience and am inspired by your approach. I had been trying for two years to harvest my first deer (fallow, red and rusa) but was never in a position to be comfortable with a shot. Last month I took my 7 year old son on a four day camping trip and we stalked and harvested two reds (a spiker and a doe). It was my little blokes first hunting trip and it was him who spotted both deer and started both stalks. Cheers and well done from Australia.

[@clayhayeshunter]

That’s awesome Kieran!

[@bowmac54]

Excellent video Clay even if the shot was not what you hoped for, you stayed with it and finished up. You are a rich man in your Love of the outdoors and sharing with your Family. Wonderful video and sharing with us is very special.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks

[@danieltatum3477]

Thank you. This film shows it is all about family, the memory of this hunt will be with your sons long after you are gone.

[@lyallrobertson9761]

Seasons greetings to you and your family Clay. I'm in Bonny Scotland. You guys are so lucky to be able to live how you can. I hunt. But can't with a bow. The law says no. Seeing you out with your boys reminds me of similar days with my son. Wonderful experiences we'll never forget. I love to watch your hunts. Maybe one day I can experience what you do. Keep the videos coming. All the best

[@clayhayeshunter]

Many thanks

[@AesthMed]

You’re an artist man. Insane videography on top of some raw hunting footage.

[@isabelllowenherz2213]

Very nice, man. To take your family into the adventure with you. They will never forget this. The hunt is very exciting. I also like, that it is realistic and you're showing the frustration too. It's very important to let this be a normal part of life. So the success is more joyfull.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Isabell

[@Outdoorguy57]

You have an amazing family, Clay Hayes! You and your wife are doing a fine job of raising those boys and they're tough as nails. I'm sure that I would enjoy visiting with you some time and sharing a few life and archery experiences.

[@clayhayeshunter]

thanks much

[@rossmcleod7983]

It is just that - “that most ancient of games has just begun.” Beautiful work Clay, premier content.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Ross

[@stephenjohnson6841]

Awesome video of a great time spent with family! Thanks again!

[@gerbertthorne3191]

Watching your videos really reminds me of what my everyday grind is for, that it will all amount to something in the end, and you are a great example to all of us trying to find our way back into the wilds.

[@jasonrigsby6190]

Finn gets around those hills like a 65# Mountain Cat! Good on ya for gettin the fam out! Did the same when my kids were young. Love lookin back and seein pics of my daughter in a pack on my back... she’s 20 now. Same with my boy... he’s now 18...

[@draven3838]

It doesn't get any better than that right there, family and time spent outdoors

[@Protopara]

Brother Hayes.... my word!!! Very strong outing. Best yet, I'm certain. Simply awesome.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks

[@JuliaJulia007]

Still my all time favorite. This just has everything

[@LordSquee]

Lots of important lessons for the young fella but the best one was the one he's clearly already learned; the curiosity to ask "Dad, what is that?". He'll learn so much more asking questions than he ever will being handed all the information without asking. Good job. Maybe one day we'll be watching his own hunting channel :)

[@clayhayeshunter]

Very true!

[@kevingolden3950]

Loving your videos. Love the way you interact with your family. You can tell your a great father and husband, and as a fellow bow hunter enjoy all you share. Hope you all are staying healthy in this crazy time🤙🏻🏹

[@timbuffington5717]

That little boy loves the outdoors you can see it in his eyes.

[@nolensweet8810]

Absolutely one of the best videos yet! Loved all of it.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks

[@akabillyba]

Congrats Clay. I love your videos. You capture so much of the pure awesomeness of being alive and savoring every moment.

[@jakeofthewoods2408]

Pure natural goodness here! Love watching your adventures!!! Thanks y'all.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Jake

[@dpidaho4245]

what a great video! i just found your videos and they are the best hunting videos out there! that is really something- having your family share it with you. just think how much they learned/experienced compared to if they stayed home and went to school for those days!

[@bowman321123]

I really enjoy your videos, ones like these that share your wonderful family are particularly special. Thanks

[@ggaabb2468]

Great video! Your kids are really lucky to have such a knowledgeable dad and to live that kind of experiences with him. Keep it up really inspiring.

[@wholefitness4558]

Thank you Clay. You do a great job of inspiring people.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks

[@cubankong75]

Man excellent video. You are teaching them boys of your some valuable lessons. They are living the life. Thank you for sharing this amazing hunt with your family

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Danny

[@jryan0891]

The quality of your videos is phenomenal. Thanks for taking the time to put these out!! I love them.

[@clayhayeshunter]

I appreciate that!

[@allanwagner4570]

what a fantastic video this is one of the best hunting videos on youtube clay I hope you and you family continue to have these moments and many more great adventures

[@clayhayeshunter]

We'll do our best!

[@rileyburge4080]

1:46 ... this was the moment I realized clays youngest son is wayyyy better of a shot than me. Way to be a role model clay you sir are passing your badassness to the following generation 👍🏻

[@clayhayeshunter]

🤣 thanks!

[@MrSurf247]

Not even a minute in and my heart swells up! What a great intro!! Hope you and your family well during this troubling times. ✌🏽

[@clayhayeshunter]

We’re doing well, thanks

[@franotoole2702]

Another epic adventure clay! Glad to see the family sharing it. While im watching this a sika stag is roaring behind my house.....next season!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Very nice!

[@williammawk1720]

Clay, this was a great video, very inspiring and entertaining. It appears that you have a great family that really enjoy the great outdoors that God gave us to enjoy. God Bless you and your family.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks William

[@thomaspanetti9838]

Mighty fine Clay. Mighty fine, indeed. Many thanks

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks

[@themanchannel8761]

What a fantastic video, Clay! I miss the mountains and I'm rather jealous that your kids get to grow up in ID. What a perfect place to raise a family!

[@tuckamorecustomknives4550]

Watching your video again while I’m working at the bench...Clay, I have to say this is one of my favorite vids of your thus far. Your audio is superb, video is on the mark and the music is just right. The content speaks for its self and your story is...awesome. Thanks, again, man for sharing.⚡️🤘🏻🇺🇸

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks David

[@jesselost05420]

I had the same issue in Oregon hunting Elk for the first time ever last year. 0 bugles the whole time even though I knew the Elk were in there. I haven't figured out hunting the ungulates yet, but I figured out the bears. I am hard pressed to find anyone willing to hike like your kids do though, truly impressive. It sounds like fun to people until the reality sets in. Stuck solo hunting until my boy doesn't need diapers I guess haha. Thanks for the content. Jessie.

[@murdocks8242]

Not the only hunter in the woods! The wolf part was awesome, some really cool footage! Do get me wrong the how video was great! thank you for sharing!

[@musaadfelton3909]

This is the things kids experience that they will never forget as they grow older.

[@kylestansbury3131]

Thanks for being such a great dad.

[@touyang8040]

I very enjoy ur videos especially this one with ur little guy tracking alongside..

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks

[@mossyhornhunter7022]

I took my 10 year old boy out tonight and he shot a great 9pt for his first deer . I don't know who was more excited him or I . I'm pretty sure I just created a new hunting partner so I'm super pumped.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Man I know that feeling well!

[@jackgunter3999]

Priceless moments with your Sons!!! They grow up to fast.

[@jager9825]

Clay, you need more kids!!! Excellent video. I've always loved hunting but being able to take your family takes it to the next level.

[@ckmmil]

I know it a cut video but I love this, my son is only 2 years old but I can only hope I can have this kind of experience with him, I can hang my hat on that...

[@jianlisaiah9161]

No amount of money can equal the precious moments and time with your son while their are young!

[@dabaird12]

Thank you for share this with me. One awesome family 👍👍🦌

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks David

[@herdbull5210]

way to go brother people dontn understand how difficult a recurve elk hunt in the mtns is. God bless

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Bert

[@West3155]

Awesome video Clay thanks for sharing!!!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks for tuning in.

[@bentpolski]

You are The Real Deal Young Man! Great Family too! Your raising them right!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks

[@thomaslewis1653]

great video!. Loved the time spent with your family and teaching your sons.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Thomas

[@outdoorman808]

Very nice film with great family time well done Clay.

[@shareTNT]

Very good video, thanks for taking the time to put it together and share.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@searchingfor6thgear44]

With a 7 yr old you have the time it takes to eat an apple before you start moving... lol I remember taking Dan hunting squirrels for the first time. Sat on a log in an area full of oaks. Fidget, shift, sniffle, fidget some more, shift, wiggle, "Dad, are we going to see any squirrels?" (When 20 yds away you could hear the squirrels going to town on the acorns). I said, "Not as long as you keep moving, but there are some over there... Let's move, if you promise to sit real still." He did, we nailed a grey squirrel. The rest is history. He's 35 and has shot bigger whitetail buck than me. Job well done ;-) Proverbs 22:6

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks!

[@LeighRoe130476]

Wow just loved this episode it's the second time I have watched it and enjoyed it just as much as the first time around

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks much

[@davidhart4885]

What a fantastic Elk hunting trip and what a great family holiday

[@stick__shooter]

Good stuff! I’ve got three boys and am hoping they will enjoy hunting as much as I do. Trying to go out with my oldest (9) this weekend going after Blacktail.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Good luck 🍀

[@guillermocazarez2847]

Wow, just wow.. Another great video with so much to learn from. Thank you.

[@birddog9004]

Excellent! You are raising those boys right!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Bird dog!

[@bentpolski]

GOD'S Country! That 7 year old of yours is going to be a Top Notch Hunter and All Around Outdoors man!

[@clayhayeshunter]

I’m hoping so!

[@paulandsueolsakovsky4045]

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing your family.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks much

[@alpha001ful]

Great content Sir ! Your videos are inspiring me to give up compund bow and come into recurve.

[@WHEREVER-I-ROAM]

This was a outstanding video Hunting family 👍🦌🦌🦌

[@8talltines]

This is the best hunting video I ever watched. You are doing things right man!!

[@Mex_the_Fox]

The way you react about that gut-shot shows what kind of hunter you are... That sympathy makes a very good hunter out of you. Cheers and Waidmannsheil

[@paparomesoutdoors711]

excellent video editing, music, filming and having the family is even better, great American Production my man.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks

[@hotshotstuff8080]

Excellent Sir!👏👏👏 one of the best hunting videos I hav had the pleasure watching!

[@lesterdumm6477]

Your best yet! You make the best outdoor videos. Yes, the wolves are there and decimating the elk and moose population. The grizzly also make it very interesting.

[@smallbizok]

Feel the love in that family. reminds me of my younger days with my brother, Dad, and Mom except Mom never returned having seined a snake one night getting shiners (bait) with my Dad. Then it was just the 3 of us - and we loved it.

[@darrellspencer4626]

Absolutely awesome video. I think you have another hunter in the family.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Me too!

[@FTLiberty]

Awesome film thank you.

[@danielfisher9344]

Great video. That little fealla is a hoot.