Land of the Giants: Idaho Mule Deer Part 1 | S6E04 | MeatEater

Steve’s quest for a giant mule deer buck continues in central Idaho. To help Steve in his journey, Ryan Callaghan has offered up one of his best spots as well as his keen spotting skills. The duo backpack hunt in some of the West’s steepest and prettiest mountains seeking the colossal buck of Steve’s dreams. In part one, frustration and opportunities abound and Ryan turns a failed black bear stalk turns into a successful buck hunt.
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[@cumboward]

I can imagine Steve in the corner of a bar; glassing

[@epsteined3899]

Lmao

[@user-vo2cj3fx8s]

You think they allow him to perch up with a blind and camo in his local bar?

[@atomicbamboo2453]

"today we're glassing for a cougar, no luck so far over the last few days"

[@patrickgjorven7832]

Don't tell the Mrs. that! 🤣

[@olwyatt1]

I can See Callaghan at a Biden rally

[@marcosmorfin5619]

I don't even hunt but I find myself watching everything this guy puts out. Steve is a legend and gotta love his perspective and morals on life/hunting.

[@InTheYear]

His books may bring you to tears like a couple of have to me. Watch Tim Wells for more a honest approach to outdoor pursuits.

[@andresp.1774]

Totally relatable comment.

[@jerrman29]

I use to watch Tim Wells. I was impressed by the amazing shots he could make. Then a friend pointed out that they only show the good shots. Imagine the wounded animals through the years that they didn't show. Kind of changed my perspective on him@@InTheYear

[@petertomasovszky136]

"I would never marry a deer you know". This is one of the best catch phrases in this show. That, and Cal's "Smell us now lady".

[@christopherkendrex8075]

cal is the best!

[@microcosmoscreeping8334]

‘Poke for days’ is one he said after they haul in a giant tuna in Hawaï. Legend

[@SliceOfLife100]

But I do like 'em

[@Dodds_Dirtbikes]

OCal with a hat on is 26 years old. OCal without a hat on is 45

[@rdcruick]

Buddy really needs to just shave his head.

[@czoubek]

If he shaved his mustache with a hat on he'd be 14 years old

[@thescribla]

My man needs to shave his head and grow a goatee

[@user-wd1pr6kh4j]

"Whats the plan for tomorrow?" "Try n shoot another deer with a tongue" 🤣🤣🤣

[@zhekak9219]

I like that phrase

[@bvillebobcat4305]

Callaghan is true woodsman. Any time he speaks I am all ears and trying to soak in everything I can.

[@kylegriffin7872]

His story about a feller named Grover really shows the author inside of him, always looking for interesting parts in a story

[@markcuizon1253]

how cal is telling the story of how he shot the buck and how its sync with him saying "bang!" and the footage of him shooting it. insane editing. like a movie

[@usmctwin61]

I could watch Steve and Ryan hunt/talk all day long.

[@slabbadanks5829]

Man, I cant wait for some new hunts with these two together... their solo content is great but the two together are a hoot

[@jackiekinner3826]

Definitely my favourite duo.

[@mastercreamer1398]

Can’t wait huh? Dang you must be super excited

[@bodhimofo]

"And the guy's name was Grover." ...I've been waiting for this ep pairing to drop! Two of the best episodes in MeatEater history.

[@brycewatt2893]

Two of my conservation hero's right there.

[@TheAcesShow]

I love the way you guys did Cal’s side quest here, so good with the narration and highlights after the fact.

[@mikehawk8276]

I'll never forget Steve describing fun... the most fun you can have is those days you suffer and work your ass off. At the time it's not fun but you look back 2 years later and say that was one of the best times I've ever had.

[@itsveronicasynth]

Best quote ever.

[@Hawksfan0012]

4:42 Lol, that’s an “I’m smarter than you” trot if I’ve ever seen one. 😂

[@luke_c2219]

It's about time cal embraces the bald lifestyle, he'd still rock it with that stunning moustache

[@josephchavez8280]

I’ve must watched this deer hunt series 10 times and still get as excited now as I did the first time.

[@nic5889]

2:54 I was like "Daaamn!" In sync with Steven when that buck popped up😂

[@sirsarks869]

Yes! 6pm on a Friday in the UK - No better way to start the weekend than a new Meater Eat vid!

[@liza-marie89]

Cal reminds me of my stepdad who died 11 years ago. He saved my brother from drowning in a whirlpool near Amanzimtoti. Cal has a similar way of talking and he has a similar face structure. My dad loved hunting- he taught me how to shoot and hunt. It makes me so happy to see there are people like him out there caring about both sides of the game conservation as well as hunting.

[@matthewpeters5977]

I love the "every year I fail part". LOL. Because fail being more probable than not is the drive that pushes us to continue and Not Fail because we just love the hunt.

[@seankusmc163]

Not being negative, it’s shows like this that have sparked so much interest in hunting. Opening day in Montana and you cannot go anywhere without seeing a sea of orange. From horses, to electric bikes and all the road hunters, it’s nearly impossible to escape.

[@Vicegrips11]

Steve and Ryan is the dynamic duo of hunting

[@casey_lee7579]

I could listen to these two for ever. These men are and will be legends!

[@Whitebassonly]

This show, Steve, and everyone he hunts with got me back into the outdoors and hunting. It’s all I ever think about - hunting and fishing.

[@dauntewimbush1939]

I was reading his survival book when this got posted! Definitely recommend any of his books!

[@DEX-un7tx]

I enjoyed the book a lot. I still find myself going back to read parts of it.

[@patrickgjorven7832]

Same for his cook books!

[@doeyjiaz4798]

His big/small game books are TREMENDOUS!

[@GPenn09]

Now I just bought a bunch of books that don't pertain to my life much... yet.

[@thelordsspartan8592]

American Buffalo was Great!

[@MySkobi]

Found myself watching Rinella for some time now, since I decided to become a hunter and actually go to college for Forestry and Hunting in my country... He reminds me of my late Grandfather. Wise, calm and cool, funny and always full of great comments. I find some comfort in watching him. We need more of this series.

[@djony10]

Ryan is just suck a great hunting buddy, what a shooter, definitely the man that loves what he does and does it with such calmness and accuracy. Way to go guys, great time

[@jakefields8932]

Thanks for kicking off the weekend with this hunt!

[@kygreenskeeper8326]

Really enjoyed this guy's...love watching cal , you can tell he's passionate about hunting...I can relate..thx

[@thomholio]

I could listen to these two talk all day. Cal can sure tell a captivating buck hunting story.

[@thekickingwolf5115]

You guys captured this hunt perfectly. Thanks for sharing!

[@samputt1837]

This has and always will be my favorite meateater episode

[@markive9907]

Nothing gets my heart ❤️ pumping ,more than big Mule deer bucks 190” + or better ! Been doing it for 42 yrs ,and I don’t plan on ever quitting 👍

[@my600_lblife]

These two episodes are the best of the show...I’ve been waiting months for them to come out

[@Stache-N-Tines]

I looked for this video months back to rewatch it during a workout. Thanks for bringing back 2016 season 6 videos. Put them all on here. 🤘

[@cs4870]

I love you guys. My wife said “He’s such a great story teller.” of Steve.

[@drewt3210]

She's on point, that wife of yours. His are always my favorite articles in Outside Magazine. Sad to see he started 3yrs too late to be featured in "The Best of Outside: The first 20 years." Guessing they won't print "The Best of Second 20 Years" because it would be subtitled "The Rinella Chronicles." Maybe a "Best of All Time" featuring Rinella, Junger, Frazier, Cahill & Krakauer??? Ah, one can hope!

[@rwilson208]

You guys always have a great time together. Your areas are so cool that you guys tend to hunt in. Even, public lands are an adventure. Congratulations Ryan on a great mule deer. Better luck with a nice bear before your trip is over. Steve, I hope that you kill a really big mature buck. I will be waiting on your next video. Deer tongue is something that I have never tried. I have learned never to say never.

[@tyedenshaw6721]

Been waiting for this one. Another Classic 👍🏽

[@cooperjohnstad7913]

Truly the only and the best hunting video content there is! Thank you for making it easier for us, less articulate people, to get across what hunting actually means! Wonderful

[@bstatts93]

this show is how I relax in this crazy world. Thanks guys

[@waxer7842]

I’m late to this channel and all its content but I’ve made it this far, and I can sure tell Cal has made his ancestors proud.

[@markkirkpatrick2239]

This is my favorite duo! Grizzlies or mule deer love watching them do their thing

[@mbj__]

These two guys are the best! 🙏

[@georgecruz6226]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE DEER SEASON! 🦌AS WELL AS THESE EPISODES!

[@tj7636]

This is getting me even more excited for my deer hunt in central Idaho this fall!!

[@stupefaction1017]

Good luck! Get some tongue!

[@DEX-un7tx]

Good luck buddy be safe!

[@Thisismycomment.]

It's getting me fired up for archery season

[@tj7636]

Thanks, guys!

[@evanburgan8653]

Same! I finally drew a tag I've been trying to get for a couple years now! Super stoked!

[@softball24jkk]

All time favorite episode of MeatEater.

[@nmoran2046]

I love how Brian‘s eyes light up when steve says I’ll just stay here yeah I’m going😂😂😂😂

[@matthewinsydneyful]

These two guys just have a great way to tell a story, they are humble hunters that want to learn everything about animal and the environment. The photography is amazing, the thing I love I escape with them on the journey, it's not Monday or Sunday, which I unfortunately live to. I've never held a gun before, I've never killed an animal, I go to the supermarket where its wrapped in plastic at a 'special price'. Sad. This series has stopped me supermarket meat shopping, I started going to a local butcher, and built up the courage to ask questions and have a conversation about the meat. It's been a refreshing positive change.

[@shaneburns4349]

Grover. I had a horse called Grover, a 15'3" hand Roan, I took from Narromine to the Innaminka gymkhana rodeo when I was 15. I almost rode time in the bullock ride. The best of times.

[@Dovahkiin264]

Watching you and Ryan hunt is my favorite

[@KillaKyGaming]

“She’s a beauty, but not the one for me.” 😂😭 love it

[@blackmonday738]

Cal love when yr with Steven, u two are really something..✌ Stay Wild & Safe my friends.

[@slodrew805]

Ryan Callaghan is the man.. I can see why Steve would pass on all but the very best buck on the mountain just to keep the hunt going and spend more time with him.

[@sar4x474]

As a guy who spent a life time thriving on the spirit of brotherhood, Team, camaraderie, esprit de corps, etc:, I know good dudes when I see them. Hanging out with these two for just a couple of days would be extremely rewarding.

[@christopherkendrex8075]

"I'm goin!" He couldn't wait!

[@kobselzea176]

Been waiting for these episodes to be posted. This is awesome

[@BigChefMilly]

My favorite duo 🙌🏽

[@courtneykathleen2686]

I haven’t hunted YET, but oh man. Ryan’s buck I can tell is a very beautiful buck. Holy smokes. Can’t wait for the day I get to have my own hunt! This just fuels the fire for my first

[@nickvaughn608]

One of my favorite episodes

[@coenietorlage1231]

Kudos to the editor! I was wondering why we don’t get to see Ryan’s bear pursuit while it was happening. Waiting to show the footage during Ryan’s narration was brilliant story telling from the editing room!

[@jayfox4086]

(6:03) holy moly Cal's hairline dropped to his stellar mustache. Nice hunt, I never inform anyone I feed tounge to until they finish it. They always like it until they find out what it is.

[@Marcel604P]

Thank u Steve for uploading your vids on youtube ❤love watching your show over and over lol

[@johnnysaechao6218]

Love these videos! Keep them coming

[@Brucemelody231]

Pls don’t stop making this show you are the best

[@peterparsons7141]

What I find ironic is that as I attained a high skill level with hunting, and the success that goes with that, the less hunting success matters . Same with fishing. I’m just happy to be in a good place, that’s success!

[@dillonchamberlain]

Love going on these virtual adventures. I live in idaho but don’t have access like this.

[@michaelyanni4422]

That’s funny!!!!!! Steve at the end of the bar

[@sulimanbabar]

Hooked in to the show, this is one of their finest episode.

[@leerichardson8911]

I used to have such a hunting area in Maine that was magic as this place!

[@kellvaughn131]

Absolutely love these videos

[@mathewhills8807]

Cool to see such open and beautiful countryside. I hunt in Bush where you cant see more than 100 feet. So many deer that at night they come into your campsite and during the day they come watch the kids as they collect firewood and play. Shortest walk to catch an animal from camp was 15 feet. Totally different worlds

[@ryanmoscato7010]

Please keep up the videos! I love them!

[@luisdoza3364]

Guys. Tanks for this vids no kidding.

[@gerardopena2177]

I love the fact you guys tried the tongue, we do that with elk tongue and they are easily my favorite part of the animal.

[@johneenigenburg1050]

Cal comin’ in hot with the COVID cut lol

[@justine42050]

This was filmed years ago lol

[@justine42050]

1st released in 2016... so probably filmed 2014 season it 2015 season 😂😂

[@johneenigenburg1050]

@@justine42050 ahhhh ok I see, thx for clarification

[@TheLikkinBranch]

Callahan is the shit. One day I hope to meet him and hire him for a hunting adventure. He is so calm and collected.....seems like an amazingly centered man. A man that I would like to know.

[@ritchiehostetter8232]

Nice hunt looking really fun

[@kensolesky4165]

Well Done Steve keep up the good work!

[@salacommander2674]

Cal is an amazing story teller

[@VocalTheKing]

"Its good if you do it with the name grover" That was a good laugh

[@derkeiler6811]

I‘m not an American I’m a German. We got a totally different hunting system here. But the thoughts are the same and I love this type of connection in mindset of hunters all around the world.

[@AsherF.]

cant wait for another

[@TeamDizzleOfficial]

I wonder if those guys glassing that Steve spotted saw this episode and were like ,”yo that’s us!!”

[@noahhorinek]

I wonder if they saw him and were like, "wait is that Steven Rinella?"

[@David35445]

Braised tongue is an absolute delight. Tried beef tongue on a cruise and it was love at first bite.

[@pastorjuacir]

Gosto muito de ver seus vídeos Steve, você é um craque! Abraço Brasileiro.

[@tonyh.9957]

Always Fun to Watch!!!! MEAT EATER!!!!!!! FTW

[@fredcarter7003]

Good hunt and what a special place

[@JonahGhost]

All the shots taken on MeatEater are so clean. Drops them straight down. Some hunting videos on KZbin, I can see the animal taking weird hits from weird angles suffering bad.

[@insanox2828]

great job!

[@christianborris6754]

2:52 just cracks me up every time.

[@adamzetek785]

Steve is on one with the humor in this episode lmao "So, what's the plan for tomorrow?" "Shoot another deer with a tongue. Get some more tongue." xD

[@whysoserious9414]

I like being out in nature day or night because the world is perfect and beautiful

[@jakelornson1878]

I love this show

[@zeldarobinson3382]

Congratulations Cal it's not the wrapping that counts it's the content .

[@vinmad6669]

Love these meat eater videos Thanks steve ---- stay safe bro Keep doin what u do #peacelovehealthnhappines

[@djh-f1830]

10:07 -Me when my parent's sat me down for the talk

[@jakebanister5768]

The face you make when you roll that bear in the rocks is quite bear ish😂

[@theflyingdutchmanlofts4527]

Been hunting muleys in Idaho all my life. This episode is so funny

[@cusefan5510]

Is it an accurate portrayal of it? Mule deer just seem too smart

[@ranzeuy8492]

The way steves teeth shines at 5:41 has me mesmerized