Big Beautiful Bucks: Colorado Mule Deer | S2E03 | MeatEater Hunts

[@BrainBlatster]

As a german hunter I really appreciate you giving that Buck the last meal. Here in Germany the "letzter Bissen", as we call it, is a tradition held in extremely high regard. It shows respect for the creature you´ve been hunting.

[@Rollingouttj]

Never been hunting but plan too soon. I learned a lot from what you said. "Big bucks make people do stupid things." The situation and that comment taught me a lot. Thank you.

[@MichaelOrton]

Really appreciate the honesty on all Janis videos. He seems I afraid to keep it real, including all the lows hunting can put you through.

[@Synchronic8080]

Best production value out there. What a brand!

[@JackBQuick79]

As a michigander i am proud to stake claim to Steve as one of our own. And for his team they are top notch ethical hunters. We need more like this.

[@Thisismycomment.]

If you have never hunted public land, I don't think you can truly experience the challenge of modern hunting. However, there is nothing wrong with hunting private land, and I always jump at the chance.

[@weezypeezy1725]

You summed it up man

[@dylanwrann3135]

Your not lying.. I “try” to hunt public land here in Florida.. not an easy task.

[@SnailHatan]

I mean, there’s a little bit wrong with hunting private land, but it’s not like it’s a bad thing. Just not as rewarding or exciting as public. Because usually, you know that there’s stuff there to get on private. You’re paying for the certainty. On public land, you never know until you get there.

[@Murftree74]

Man these guys should really have over a million subscribers for the content they are putting out, like they put out tv quality and quantity content on a KZbin channel which is rare

[@Downstreamphoto]

I agree, and I am sure they will get there. MeatEater has been around quite a while and was on Netflix for quite a while. Now they are releasing the old episodes on KZbin and getting in front of a whole new audience.

[@bluesteel8376]

@J T No it is not. This is brand new content.

[@dawsondarrington2136]

@@bluesteel8376 I’m pretty sure this is just re uploaded content from the x hunt streaming service.

[@chefwest77]

@@bluesteel8376 no sorry you are wrong this is re-uploaded and on Netflix just like the fishing trip he did down in South America they uploaded last week

[@austinwalker4844]

@@dawsondarrington2136 hjhkhjjjjjhjjjiggh😂😂🙃🇺🇲😱🤬😡

[@bradenhofer3473]

Best outdoor channel am I right !?

[@tannermaendel6045]

Yes you are hundred percent right!

[@EATONWILDGAMING]

Yes sir

[@brycewatt2893]

On TV

[@SilentCorkscrew]

Hands down. Best variety and best quality, from shows where nothing is harvested and you still watch the whole thing to getting trophies in the beginning of the episode. No matter the result these videos are educating and interesting to say the least

[@KushByTheBush]

Hands down

[@murkataSterna]

Yes, we are doing that in Latvia :)))) And it is nice to see you joining us, Janis :)

[@Creations-Corner]

Love me some Latvian Eagle.

[@HolgerLovesMusic]

17:21 "Letzter Bissen" (Last bite). A german hunters custom that made it over the years to all german neighbouring countries.

[@neronimos2]

Now it makes it over the Atlantic too. :) It is an old hunting tradition in Germany and is a sign of reconciliation with the animal just gave his life.

[@HolgerLovesMusic]

@@neronimos2 I like it :) Showing respect to what you hunt, slaughter and eat does never hurt.

[@BoltActionProductions]

We have all been there when the shots just don't work out. It happens. We cut up about it but in the end you do your best in hopefully putting the animal down as quickly and humanely as possible. Enjoyed another great production. Thanks for sharing and all the best from down under.

[@bradleyallen3515]

Janis, it's called the letze bissen (last bite) and it is with one of the 5 native trees of Germany. It has to be broken of the tree and not cut. It is placed with the foliage on the left side of the mouth. The inbesitznahmebruch is placed on the left side over the fatal shot

[@Doncorleone44]

Il tell my Bavarian mountain hound all about it! Thanks for sharing

[@jaimehernandez7435]

Hunting isn't always clean thank you guys for showing us the real parts of hunting

[@brianmincher716]

Best part of the week when the MeatEaters release new content.

[@earlshaner4441]

The heart is the first meal of the animals that I hunt

[@LuniZuni]

As a Zuni Pueblo Native, we do a similar gesture of "the Last Meal"... Before touching the fallen game animal, we sprinkle traditional corn meal/turquoise mixture that has been blessed. A prayer of thanksgiving and a blessed journey to the animals final destination is given. Then, taking browse and placing it in its mouth... it's an act of solemn respect. I'd be very interested in knowing how our different cultures came to perform this act of high regard and respect. Thank you for sharing. Absolute Best Channel

[@underdogoutdoors]

My old stomping grounds. Putting the twigs/grass in the deer's mouth is a custom in Eastern Europe as well.

[@giovannihuante9486]

Need to finish my Hunter’s Education so I can get out there!

[@xprettylightsx]

Are you referring to a formal classroom setting and if so , what state are you studying in?????

[@beaverbushcraft2962]

If ya ever have trouble getting deer just hunt with Kieth Warren. All you have to do is put a little corn on your barrel and all those caged in deer will come running to it!

[@bobstewart4342]

LOL Keith can't find his ass with both hands

[@codyriddle9042]

Love the Yani content. He’s always good with the other meat eater guys but he’s so good by himself too!

[@joelhorton7625]

Yani>Steve

[@ccvannocker]

Thank you for this... Time passes by, but it is so nice to see that family traditions always remain.

[@jasonaxtell2617]

Thank you for that. I really enjoyed that video and it makes me count down the days til I can get back out and chase those mulies

[@hunt_trap_fish]

Jani, this happened to me on my first antelope. I've never shot over 300 yds, and the outfitter put me on a stud at 375. I was all over the place, had one bad hit in a knee, and then finally put one right through the heart. It happens. Good job sticking with it and getting the job done on a STUD.

[@larshelmig8745]

Love that you gave him his last Meal 🍴 thank you for Givin him the respect ❤️

[@N2theBlue1]

This episode reminds me of something Janis said in an episode of Meateater - humans are the only hunting species that puts so much pressure on ourselves to make ethical kills. A wolf or bear kill is certainly worse for the prey animal. But in this episode you could really see the pressure Janis put on himself and the regret/sadness when he wasn't able to follow through.

[@petehoward8494]

Yes, we owe the animal a quick and clean kill. And when we human hunters don't deliver that, we should hang our head in shame. That is our #1 job, followed closely by giving thanks to God for the opportunity and his bountiful harvest, and then using all the meat for feeding our family and others. That is the least we can do.

[@rodneyalaking8241]

We are the only species that hunts because it’s a choice. A one shot kill is not only humane, it shows a higher level of skill. It’s about respect for our quarry, nature, and ourselves.

[@N2theBlue1]

@@rodneyalaking8241 this is a bit of an old wive’s tale - for example, ever see a fox or mustelid go through a hen house?

[@chrisfuller2667]

I love the respect you show for the animal this is how I hunt also.

[@lungbusteroutdoors4783]

Mike Ford is a beast! I’ve hunted with him 3 times over the last 5 years. No better guide to be with in that area.

[@chriscarr6392]

Last day bucks, opening morning bucks, that absolute best!

[@warbirdflyerF4U]

Great job guys congratulations on a couple of beautiful mulleys 😊 Amazing scenery Good friends makes for an awesome hunt

[@moisesmora8380]

Its a true hunter who apologizes to his prey, congratulations and regards to Spain

[@SaigaHans49]

17:18 in Austria we call that "the last bite" i do it with every deer i shoot.

[@stephaniejaniczekssmugglerscan]

Lezter Bissen

[@fgialcgorge7392]

Deer heart just like that is my absolute favorite meal.

[@jdls1120]

After watching what was currently on Netflix and just getting to episode 200 of the podcast. It's nice to get to see some of the old hunts I heard about.

[@Verlisify]

*Shot 2* "What the F*ck" *Shot 3* Uh oh

[@JedlyMT]

I felt his pain.

[@earlshaner4441]

I love heart fried in garlic butter in iron skillet

[@thelittleguy-ih8nv]

No more out of state over the counter tags in Colorado! Thank God!

[@C-24-Brandan]

You guys are hands down the best hunting, fishing & outdoors show, product & channel out by a long shot. #MeatEaterNation

[@Doncorleone44]

Janis’s shot on that buck shows the importance of a broadside shot! That deer was facing away by the look of it

[@polarisoutdoors3105]

Janis Putelis vs Sasquatch. Make it happen MeatEater

[@1.forestrunner]

In Germany they put a twig of spruce (Bruch) in the game's mouth it is a sign of honoring the game and to show respect. If it is a group of hunters they even have a ceremony and blow a special tune on their hunting horns. This is done in many European countries.

[@enesmusic6221]

Steve looks and sounds kinda wierd here.

[@alanhelton]

Right, like he got more necky if you will!

[@shanebennett953]

Not Steve its Janis.

[@beaverbushcraft2962]

And hes right handed all the sudden

[@rolandkennedy80]

@@shanebennett953 no kidding dummy

[@alanhelton]

That was HOOAH!!!

[@rogerramjet7567]

Very nice buck! I used to hunt the grand Mesa. Lots of quality bucks then.

[@C-24-Brandan]

Congrats Yanis that is one stud of a Mule Deer! He'll eat well & look great on the wall! Awesome the respect & thanks you showed for him in death as he will now feed your family!

[@prestont5769]

Happens to all of us. Great buck!

[@hemaccabe4292]

I miss Steve. I want more Steve.

[@bluesteel8376]

Settle down dude, he is married.

[@facethewind1985]

Thanks for the motivation!

[@Cazandoparasobrevivir]

Everything has to happen to a hunter to be a good hunter.

[@richardlopez9300]

Love to go on a mule deer hunt some day with one of these guys. A true sportsman. Watched all the seasons of meat eater. Great hunt.

[@MrSkinahh86]

Good you both got a buck! Thats the perfect ending

[@kyle-ri5mz]

I got my first Muley buck this year as well! south central colorado as well!

[@michaelheckel8899]

Thank you for the last meal.

[@skiwithdenny]

So excited just found out I got my buck tag today for the fall.

[@appleseeD552]

DUDE!!! 70LBS OF MEAT??!!!🤯 WHOA! That's AWESOME, that's freakin AWESOME!!😵 Plz keep these vidz comin 😁👍(now I gotta wipe the drool off my face from the heart cookin😋)

[@timothymcvay7286]

I'll be going to Gunnison Colorado November 1st 2021 to hunt mule deer first time..can you guys give me some advice ty

[@corymattson6350]

Bummed out 400 yards under 300 whatever not feeling hitting them migrating not feeling hitting him bedded. Agree good eating all my Mule Deer tasted great.

[@JedlyMT]

I shot my first Muley last season and also had a bad first shot. Had to walk up and shoot it close as well. I felt really bad since I had 325 yards to walk. My issue was trigger pull from rushing a shot. My wife didn't want to eat the meat from the bad reputation Muley's have but since I'm an excellent cook, she hasn't complained yet!

[@aparson2967]

The heart gravy and rice looks awesome! A lot of times I'd eat the liver first night, and then do the heart with fried eggs in the morning..... But that dish looked really nice!

[@working_to_hunt]

Love these Jani hunts!

[@rgalletta58]

Dead bucks are a bonus. the experience is what I crave!

[@michaelduncan2759]

Great video, one day I hope to actually accomplish one of my bucket list hunts, Colorado mule deer!

[@victorhopper5057]

Now that's a dandy!!!! (In my steven rinella voice) good job Jani. Stuff happens brother. You did great.

[@prestont5769]

Gorgeous buck!

[@person_suit3064]

That's what I like about meat eater. You show the mistakes and missed shots.

[@COOPERSCICHILDS]

Great show Steve

[@aa-ron1057]

So fuckin glad we get to see reality with raw emotion and mistakes included

[@graysonmcallister6785]

Yes I would want my hunt to end on that buck he saw

[@doubledd1394]

Respect for the animal goes a long ways good job! I always say a prayer of thanks over every animal I kill that will nourish my family

[@anthonyzimmerman4147]

It's not about preforming..it's about hunting

[@SpicyColdCUTS]

Hope I can get a hog like that this year! Good job love the hunts and the people you guys interact with.

[@josephlucas9702]

Good show

[@Gardner33]

Thats a vortex for ya, notorious for losing zero

[@brettstock3284]

Is this what late November in Colorado looks like?

[@ericwiitala5407]

I just got my notice I got my deer draw. I can't wait! Now I need to find ammo...??? 🦌🤔

[@luke-te3sr]

I'm hoping to get my Mule tag any day now..

[@brandinhendrickson2292]

did you get you tag? CO draw results came out today

[@brandinhendrickson2292]

I put in for a 6 point tag with 8 points. Now I have 9 points

[@luke-te3sr]

@@brandinhendrickson2292 I just got the email a few hours ago. 2nd rifle buck tag

[@luke-te3sr]

@@brandinhendrickson2292 I had no points. I've been doing OTC elk for the past 3 years A in archery and B in rifle. Now I have the Mule tag to go along with my second rifle cow tag. Plus when I'm hunting cows in 2nd rifle all I see are deer lol so fingers crossed 🤞

[@brandinhendrickson2292]

@@luke-te3sr Good luck. It should be a good hunt being a week later. Hopefully you catch the start of the rut

[@Hootie22B]

Great video!! I appreciated no editing when things don't go perfect true honest hunting. I'm not of fan of hunting Mule Deer in the Rut though, it gives the hunter an unfair advantage. That being said I'm sure wildlife biologists determines the strength of deer in that region.

[@silketimber]

We call it the ''last bite'' in Dutch and also in Germany. to express respect to the animal thats gonna provide food for you and your family.

[@BO55429]

Public land hunting in CO is definitely no joke

[@ethanhartman1534]

I missed two different turkeys within the same hour earlier this season!

[@fromfieldtofork934]

tagged for white tail keep bumping 190 mules omfg racks

[@187Whitey]

Steve or bust!

[@andrewduran2754]

Janis can you please talk Steven into giving me a job!!! Please!!!

[@peterchristensen2528]

Me too!!!

[@chappy48]

10:30 is how I hunt all of the time in Hunter Call of the Wild lol.

[@debuthunter5389]

Haha my brother does the same

[@tlloyd9325]

Grits and guts hunt. Love this channel and hate canned hunts. We do know the difference believe me.

[@king_kiff3969]

Janis is no Steve, 7 shots for 1 deer.

[@rodneyalaking8241]

It’s an old European custom🤭😅

[@michaelgavin7621]

Misses shot. ‘Shame imma starve tomorrow.’

[@8asw8]

the thing with the twigs is very popular in germany and surrounding countries. it is called "Bruch" which lossely translates to break or broken, because the twigs are broken off. before modern times with phones and radio these Brüche and hunting horn melodies were all hunters had to communicate over distance. when another hunter came along and found your Bruch, he got a message depending on the type of Bruch. they are basically text messages in the old days. and you have different kinds for different messages. its basically a complete dictionary. same goes for different signals on hunting horns. regarding dead game there are two that are important. the "inbesitznahmebruch" or possession break, which is a stick laid over the shoulder of the dead animal and which shows another hunter that said animal already belongs to somebody. people would use it for instance when they were off to get help dragging the animal out of the woods. kinda like your tags in america. the other is the "letzter Bissen" or last bite, that janis is practising here. this is a kind of thanksgiving ritual and I appreciate janis doing it. over here you would however catch some flag by overtraditional hunters because not every tree species qualifies to be used this way. there are "bruchgerechte Bäume" or trees that are fair game to use as Bruch. you "can only use" those, even on carnivorous game which never touches a twig of beech. those rules are more and more watered down which is sad and good at the same time. bad because the gesture gets lost when people dont do it anymore (and I fully admit to not do it every time) and good because like I said, people can go overboard with etiquette and tradition and ruin a nice moment of introverted contemplation by bitching about you using a piece of brush or a handfull of wheat in summer. I think the gesture is what matters and hence I tip my head mister Putelis!

[@powdernitz]

I just steve, janis, and cal hunts.

[@phredrocks]

Hey guys, I am looking for a new hunting back pack, can yall share the product info for the pack Janis is using in this video? Thanks in advance, fred

[@NormundsVeldre]

14:40 Borris the Blade buck (Snatch 2000 movie)

[@A63NT1212]

stick stuck in the stock at 13:31, did it "un-float the barrel perhaps?

[@williamutimawa927]

Awesome man cool

[@mattyallen3396]

Steve, when you heading back to New Zealand? You haven't finished yet my friend

[@J3Shoots]

Anyone know what calibers Janis and Steve use most often?

[@zacklundgren8880]

7mm rem mag and 300 win mag for Steve and I think Janis usually uses a 30-06

[@debuthunter5389]

@@zacklundgren8880 - Agreed. Rinella n Callaghan I think are .300 win mag and Janis 30-06. Remi Warren is either 6.5 creedmoor (for smaller stuff like antelope) but primarily uses a .300 win short mag.

[@jasonehredt968]

Why run a stock pack if you’re not keeping extra shells in it?

[@billybobby-tj9jh]

This is awesome! But where is B-side fishing?!

[@cameronkaufhold1101]

Need to get you boys runnin Longshot Target Cameras. Would save you a lot of time going back and forth in the mule trying to zero rifles! @meateater

[@ouissandy2806]

Not kewl i see a lot of my buds rush shots or shoot into cover I don't get why so impatient. I am happy he showed it so I can show my 8 year old.

[@ADVENTURESOFBZ]

I think if you live out west you have a 70% chance of being named Cody😂😂. And a 30% chance of being named Clint