Joey! The whitetail deer that was meant to be for Don Higgins!

Over 2 years of dedication for a 15 minute hunt! Follow along with Don Higgins as he shares the story of this amazing whitetail deer he invested over 2 years in and only hunted him once! Don shares what he feels made this hunt was successful, from not only friendship to leg work as well. STAY TUNED to the end of the video for some thoughts from Don about what it takes to become a better whitetail deer hunter, especially for MATURE WHITETAIL BUCKS! You won't want to miss it!
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[@jerryhudson6426]

Your a very very special person and.outdoorsman I live in Ohio I wish id have known you were coming the video with your daughter in the hospital tore my ❤️ out God bless you sir

[@mattswisher6678]

Sounds like those landowners are a good judge of character

[@user-wb6re3qn3u]

Don is heavy weight champion in the whitetail world.

[@bigben9242]

Don is a class act guy

[@trello77]

By Gods Grace! Congrats Don

[@David69278]

Thanks Don you are the best congratulations

[@TimberRidgePro]

You are the man Don! Certainly you’ve been instrumental in helping me learn, grow as a deer hunter and start to really pay attention to more of the details! Discipline is DEFINITELY something I’ve learned from you and Terry and I just really appreciate the time you all take to put out all this content! Keep it up bud! We’re all behind you 100%!!!

[@davidvankainen6711]

Love.

[@kennylainhart7148]

Amen brother 👍

[@UnlimitedWhitetailHunting]

Thanks for coming to the Ohio Sports show Don! We really appreciated your expertise!

[@stanleybuck4195]

Love your camo Santa Claus look. You are a champion for senior citizen hunters.

[@josephtreadlightly5686]

Don, putting together the puzzle is only half the battle. The discipline u talk about is so often disregarded by those who say you can't shoot them if u aren't out there. I've come to the conclusion that u can't shoot a ghost. The guy with the best chance is the 1 with the clean slate. Mel & Joey r proof that weather & particular routines followed by individual bucks can't be ignored. I'm going to use your rope on a branch this year so thanks for that. Glad u were able to dodge that Covid scare when u were trying to get Mel. Unfortunately we both lost a friend last spring when Vaughn in Ohio passed on. God bless Don.

[@christopherbiever5388]

Videos like this from you show us deer hunters why you are the best ever. I have so much respect for you!

[@tuttle3631]

This man is a legend

[@stevepalmateer]

Best episode of CG's I have seen.

[@bradr2142]

Nice story.

[@gary4645]

Love this story. I love to watch more than shoot.

[@MarkJohnson-qp6vf]

Nice job don! Definitely a true sportsman and hopefully one day I’ll have the deer knowledge u have! Keep the podcasts going there awesome!

[@jasonross499]

Such a humble person! Glad to be one of your followers Don!

[@johnf7403]

Don, You are absolutely what we need in the hunting community. I am getting back in the game after a 5 year hiatus. The Hunting Industry is misrepresenting what hunting in the Real World is like. Thank you for the videos, and Podcast, You're helping lots of Hunters!

[@aw4088]

Thanks Don, you are the most humble and greatest deer hunter I have ever met in the hunting industry!

[@danielrandolph9170]

That was a awesome story & a awesome buck & awesome friendship ! Daniel from central Mississippi

[@mxcatkiller]

Your just a great humble man Don! Much respect and thanks for everything you say and do. A true inspiration to us “younger” hunters, as I listen to you, it really changes my perspective on hunting in general. I’m thankful for that, I’m 25 and have plenty of time to become a successful hunter (not just about trophy hunting). As well giving the wildlife the dignity, and habitat it deserves. The podcasts are just pure gold!!! Keep doin whatcha do Don!

[@catchemalive]

This man and his two books has completely changed everything about how I was taught and raised deer hunting!!! Since I read his first book nearly 12 yrs ago, my success rate has consistently went straight up!!! We need many more hunters out there just like him and that’s not even talking about how respectful and humble he is!! Most people certainly aren’t quick to share his kind of knowledge either if they had it! Thanks so much Mr Higgins and keep them bucks in bow range!! 👍

[@toudengthao8027]

thankyou for your advice DON....

[@hendersonlandworks6158]

Thank you sir for doing what you do, I’ve have learned when someone with knowledge speaks you listen and I’ve learned a lot from you to be a better hunter I want to be and harvest bigger deer and studying them. Thank you again and can’t wait for the next video!

[@rickdotson9472]

Well I finally figured out why you called him Joey 🦘. I met Joe many years ago and he is one heck of a guy. His son occasionally delivers are mail. Like you said it is really about all the great folks that's out there. Congratulations once again I enjoyed your video.

[@donavandean1078]

You are truly an amazing hunter. The commitment you have for your love and passion of shooting big bucks is inspirational. I hope people see the importance of letting bucks get to their maximum potential.

[@billroberts5492]

You’re a true inspiration. I would love to meet you someday. Congrats on your success!

[@steveanthony352]

Thank you Don for sharing this epic story, you sir are a devoted hunter

[@brandonhurley2445]

Thank you for sharing your amazing stories! Don you and Terry have changed the way I’m going to hunt for ever and I’m so thankful that I found your podcast and have already finished your first book and working on the second. Thanks a lot and keep up the great work

[@outdoorswithjt6652]

Thanks don. Nothing like a humble man I call em my friends.

[@danielpifer9222]

Thanks for all you do to give back, for sharing the story and message! Always good to remember to enjoy the journey along the way!🦌

[@FullThrottle-0-100]

love to watch your videos Don..... good info. thanks.... Troy, Il here

[@Habitatacres]

Great story. Class act

[@brentfrey1250]

Great story. Cool to hear the progression of the years of discipline to get this done. Great buck.

[@DanielHunter]

Well done.

[@jerimahjohnson8698]

Great story don and great advise.

[@jasonschwartz1626]

Awesome video! Keep teaching ill keep learning. Thanks

[@pastorjzeigler]

Enjoyed it, thanks for sharing!!!

[@kennytroyer3366]

Hey Don, glad I was able to sit in on your seminar here in Ohio a few weeks back. Loved it, and I learned a lot. Also love the KZbin video's. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us...... I believe I was born for bow hunting giant whitetails. They are on my mind every single day. As a young teenager, I would spend hours/weeks out in the woods by myself trying to learn as much as I could about these whitetails (I'm self taught and love hunting alone). Even during the off season I'm scouting public land and trying to figure out where these giant whitetails are living..... I am constantly asking myself why is this giant buck doing this or that? I scout a lot..... I'm constantly logging information on my On-X. I'm slowly starting to see the puzzle come together.

[@huntwarbukz4117]

Awesome deer son congratulations ..god bless you

[@bigrick7264]

You’re a 🐐 hopefully I can use your advice to continue harvesting BIG 🦌 for many more years.

[@ronmacdougall9612]

Awesome video,love these stories

[@muleskinner485]

Great video Don, I have always said, the ground work and scouting before a hunt, is paramount for success, some say you are just lucky, but i don't agree, i get on google earth all the time even to fish the river for big catfish, God is a rewarder to those who are diligent, instead of luck, i call it being blessed........

[@edwardclark2695]

Thanks for sharing. I love to live through everything about your hunting experiences.

[@jimboice1453]

Don I have been a fan for years! Great hunt and great deer. I truly believe that as we get older it is the wisdom of all of the mistakes and some of the successes that make us better hunters. Keep up the great content.

[@nathanmast164]

Awesome buck and awesome story💪🏽💪🏽

[@kyleleonhard4531]

great video can't wait for the seminar at the Iowa deer classic!

[@JRBooth-xx2jm]

Great video Don, Joe, Steve & Joey. Love the channel, podcasts & book. Keep up the good work.

[@c_turfgrass7773]

Great hunter and a Godly man

[@jimbro650]

Excellent Don I appreciate your advice, maybe I can put it to work 🦌🇺🇸 GOD BLESS AMERICA

[@jimbro650]

Thank you sir for the reply, I am 65 years old and have been hunting since 12, I am old school brought up on a farm and will keep hunting till I can not draw the bow or pull the trigger , I would love to hunt with you My brother 🙏🇺🇸🗽

[@HoosierHmstrdr94]

If I don't meet you on this side of Heaven, I'm sure I will meet you on the other side! God bless you, Mr. Higgins.

[@lukesouthworth9310]

Wow thats all I can say

[@haggard21077]

At 9:17 the pic that you're looking at the deer from it's hind end I can give you some advice. I don't know if you'll see my comment but if you do that area would be an area in the spring to look for morel mushrooms (only if you know how to identify them). Theirs a dying elm tree and the woods behind that tree kinda has that "morel look" to them.

[@TheRaghorn]

For years I have had other others complain that they cant get permission to hunt property and over the years I have never been told no except once and this lady called back 3 days later and said yes. She said I was the only one that her cat Midnight ever allowed to pet him so I must be a nice guy. It isnt always money, or part of the kill that people want to allow you to hunt. Its honesty, and kindness and understanding. Today I have over 1300 acres to hunt all by myself and I rarely go to them. And none of these people will ever allow others to hunt even though I dont, because we have all become good friends.

[@jasonbrookshire9951]

Congrats on a awesome buck..If you don't mind me asking what is the name of the camo you are wearing?

[@shawndavidmorgan7854]

I really enjoy watching your videos. I am hunting a good buck on about 300 acres no pressure other than me going on this land. I got several summer pictures and once he lost Velvet, I don't have anymore pictures of him. I'm pretty sure to my right in a thicker of about 10+ acres it is his bedding area. I'm trying to figure out where he is now. This makes twice that I've hunted two different mature bucks and I can't seem to see them while in the stand. I am in middle TN near the KY line. What would you do in this case?

[@chasinggiantswithhigginsou6147]

put trail cameras in every direction. He shifted to his fall range and you need to figure out which direction he went

[@melissazauner4100]

Love u

[@schwierbo6311]

There are veterans and then there are legends! You sir are a legend with a legendary story. I hope that I get to be half the deer hunter that you are some day. Don the man the myth the legend! God bless and keep on adding to your story as long as the good lord allows you to.

[@chadlykins2265]

Don great footage,what's the name of the company your camouflage is processed by.thanks God bless.enjoy your videos and your testimony,thanks for a wealth of information. Keep it up!!!!

[@shawnbrinkman4074]

You are a good, humble man.

[@patschuette8045]

Thank you don for being a true embassador and role model for all level of hunters!!! Lots of others out there that should take notes from you!! Love your products , videos ,and podcasts!! Hope to see you at iowa deer classic this yr!!!!

[@VA-KS]

Another awesome deer. I see in the video (8:49 mark) you use the same linesman belt to hang stands that I have. I have been asked many times where to find one. I bought at a trade show many years ago but haven't seen them in years. Any Idea where to find one?

[@chasinggiantswithhigginsou6147]

I have had it for about 20 years. A company called Tree Hopper used to sell them

[@VA-KS]

@@chasinggiantswithhigginsou6147 Great belt. Keep from stinking up my hunting harness.

[@melissazauner4100]

God loves us to

[@joshroberts6357]

Will you mentor me lol??

[@rupertmedford3901]

17:58

[@loisbuttray2937]

Did you get the kill of the "Joey" buck on video and if so how do we watch the hunt?

[@chasinggiantswithhigginsou6147]

no, I left my video camera in the truck because it was raining. Big mistake!

[@stanleybuck4195]

Your white beard makes you look a wise 80 year old.