The Intimate Weapon

[@mauricesmith4270]

I've been shooting archery for over 60 years this is the best film I've seen on archery traditional family love outdoors ect . I still shoot a 62# longbow and at times my recurve bow I'm still going strong I'm in my late 60 s God willing I'll be shooting in my 80 s this and my faith in the LORD has kept me strong God bless your family and Keep on the trandition this is the will of God Amen

[@RonKelmell]

Roger that. I'm 79 years old, shooting 40-50 trad' bows, 50-75 arrows a day five days a week. Biggest challenge, walking a complete 3D course at the Howard Hill Classic every June near Bessemer, Al.......check it out.....

[@charlottesmith1540]

Love this, my beautiful sister, brother-in-law nephews, nieces, and great-nephews and great-nieces. Love you all❤❤❤

[@Puddlegrapher]

Well shot. Beautiful.

[@bradfordtolleson5504]

Praise be to God! What an awesome video! Thank you

[@throwstar]

Peaceful video

[@tommysmith6914]

Beautiful family. Thank you so much for this video…

[@royalangoo1860]

I don't know if I am watching a movie about archery, hunting, life or love? But it had me in tears and I guess that is exactly how it is supposed to be.

[@riversummitgroup]

Anytime we touch someone on a deeper level with a film, we know we've done our job. But, when I read your comment, I was the one who got choked up. I love the way you summed it up...perfect.

[@Fredomenal]

Wonderful film ! Cheers from France

[@TRUSTLIFENOW]

You have a beautiful family, thank you for sharing your story, I wish you all the best

[@derrickroberts93]

This was a spiritual journey. Thank you for this.

[@riversummitgroup]

You're welcome! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@personanongrata5002]

So commendable passing on the knowledge and passion for nature and teaching those young ones respect for the animals we take

[@wendybrauneis3840]

Thanks so much!

[@donnywilliams5011]

Great video. Truly touched. What a amazing family. Thank you.

[@riversummitgroup]

Thanks, Donny!

[@ericnelson563]

wonderful presentation of the Clum family and their appreciation of God's gift of Mother Nature. Hats off to Keith and Wendy

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you, Eric. We had a blast with the Clums. This project, in many ways, changed our lives for the better.

[@golferwrestler]

The Clums are amazing people. Thanks for making this video and sharing!

[@riversummitgroup]

Yes they are. If you get to Denver, look them up at their shop and range... Rocky Mountain Specialty Gear.

[@monte4150]

I can really appreciate this video. Give my best to the Clums.

[@LeadDispenser45]

Great video, a blessed man to have such a family! Thank you for taking us for a ride.

[@riversummitgroup]

For sure! Thank you for watching.

[@DCMasturmindz1]

One of the best KZbin videos I've seen in a while! Besides that, one of the best hunting/bowhunting/archery videos I've seen as well!

[@riversummitgroup]

Wow! Thank you for such high praise! We're so glad you enjoyed it.

[@curtguru]

Perfect! What a great film and an even better ending. I hope to someday meet the Clum family before my traditional archery journey comes to an end...

[@riversummitgroup]

I may be biased, but I think everyone should meet the Clum family. Salt of the earth folks. Stop into their shop in Denver. Most days you'll get a chance to meet the whole bunch.

[@lhuntsman]

That video makes me proud to be a hunter. That's exactly why we do it. The bonding between family and friends. The spirituality of the whole experience, year round. Getting in touch with your true self and the world around us. Not to mention the best meat you can eat. Looks like a great family. Such a great film. Thank you.

[@jimboettcher2503]

Just outstanding!

[@herdbull]

So good. God Family and personal responsibility to provide for yourself. Respect, honor and tradition imparted to the next generation. This is what we do as hunters. God bless

[@riversummitgroup]

Yes! That transfer of knowledge between generations is so critical.

[@joshstarrvanhoose5335]

What an amazing piece!! Truly touching film!!! Makes me want to go out and shoot!

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you, Josh. Me too! It's snowing and 10 degrees here, but I can't wait to let some arrows fly soon.

[@pipemonkey1]

Thank you. You've touched my heart with the openness and beauty of you and your families passion and love.

[@travisbondshu363]

Absolutely beautiful film Thank you for sharing

[@jeffstahl1318]

The best been a bowhunter most of my 65 years your film brought tears to my eyes archery and family in the mountains is deep inside us we find God in our actions thank you for the beautiful story of your family ❤

[@lifecyclegear1892]

I just want to write all of this in CAPS...Congratulations to the Clum family and the folks at RMS Gear on a a very SMART production that includes so many of the elements that make hunting, and especially traditional bowhunting, important. It's about ethics, conservation, wild food, family, woodcraft, and artistry. You covered it all with intellect and poise. This is one of the BEST pieces on hunting that I have seen a long time. Bravo!

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you for this thoughtful comment. We're truly honored by the response this film is receiving.

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you! Thank you for that great feedback. So glad you enjoyed the film!

[@richardgarey8869]

Nothing better than love

[@nuttjeffable]

I'm watching this on the mountain now. Fantastic work

[@riversummitgroup]

Thanks, Jeff. We head into the hills on Friday for an elk hunt. I can barely sleep I'm so excited. Good luck this fall!

[@robertpeters6923]

Great family, great video. Been watching your teaching videos, and fixing to turn 71 this week I realized again your never to old to learn. Shooting my recurves and longbows better than ever. Thanks for the help. May God bless you and your family.

[@alansam51]

I think I have watched this video more than over 20 times. Am very moved and inspired. Thank you all for this beautiful family and sharing with us

[@riversummitgroup]

That's awesome! Thank you for the support, we're so glad you're enjoying it.

[@1959bowhunter]

Mis felicitaciones por tener una familia tan hermosa y poder compartir con ellos el arco ,la caza y la naturaleza

[@petervanderbeek9518]

congrats Tom with the moose fantastic film greetings from Belgium

[@riversummitgroup]

Peter - I'll pass that along to Tom. Thanks for watching. Greetings from Montana!

[@SupermanBB]

Incredible. This was powerful. I love the respect and reverence for life. I Just took up traditional archery and I’m sharpening my skills to hunt one day

[@riversummitgroup]

You're embarking on a truly life changing journey - congrats and best of luck!

[@TheMotaVader]

Really captured the tradbow life. I hope those kids know how lucky they are!

[@davemast3587]

Incredible Keith thank you for allowing me to be a part of it and it tells the story like we all live when we hunt and enjoy the outdoors. what it means and what it does for the soul

[@riversummitgroup]

You're welcome, Dave. I did my best to reveal the lifestyle as I see it. You're an incredible artist and the work you're doing helps to preserves so many memories and further honor the animals.

[@alansam51]

This is truly a blessing. Nothing like being with the family and loving to share the same hobby. Be blessed and long live archery

[@PatJuhNL]

After watching this documentary (as I see if, not so much a clip or a movie) I feel this is more than just a hobby to them. It's a way to live. I get the impression they don't hunt for fun or as a past time... They hunt to provide for their loved ones. They work together to get it done, everyone of that community pitches in.

[@ArcheryGeek]

Love this great job to everyone in this and the creators.. we all need this right now. Peace and love to all.

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you. Thank you. We make films for people like you who can really appreciate it. Thanks for your feedback.

[@ArcheryGeek]

@@riversummitgroup I shared to IG as well and tagged Keith, but please let me know if you have another tag i can use. best!

[@mblud]

Amazing! Thank you! This film is the epitome of what it means to be a hunter.

[@riversummitgroup]

Thanks for this feedback!

[@henrychidgey8111]

Thanks for creating this awesome video! Wonderful!

[@riversummitgroup]

Henry, you're welcome. It was super fun to make and the response has been overwhelming. Thanks again.

[@bentpolski]

Tom this Video should win an Oscar! I just watched it with my Grandson Luca. He's 7 months old. My Bud Vince from MOHAWK told me about Your Shop over 15 years ago. I owned at least a dozen Mohawks over the years. >>>>~~~~~>

[@riversummitgroup]

I passed this feedback along to Tom. That's quite the accolade...many thanks!

[@SticksSteelAboveBelow]

Beautiful, soulful,and honest, amazing work people ❤🇨🇦🤙

[@riversummitgroup]

We really strived to reveal the heart and soul of this story...we appreciate your feedback. thank you.

[@billmoran935]

Wow! What a gift on Christmas Eve. I loved every minute. God Bless

[@riversummitgroup]

So glad we could put something under the tree for you! :-) Merry Merry and a Happy New Year, Bill.

[@celliott8338]

great job! i enjoyed that & touched my heart

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you very much. We're so glad you enjoyed it! It means a lot to here that it moved you.

[@riversummitgroup]

We like being all about the heart. So glad you liked it.

[@shadowofwolves777]

Amazing! Thank you

[@ironsun6809]

This is absolutely amazing. Thanks for sharing your family with all of us.

[@riversummitgroup]

The Clums are a rare family. They represent values that I'm seeing less and less of. Working with them on the project was a pleasure and I'm a better man from the experience.

[@MattRShort]

Such good people! Way to honor them and the passion they have. Well done. I loved it!

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you, Matt!

[@nazrijameson]

Beautiful film.. absolutely beautiful

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you, Nazri!

[@knifesharpeningnorway]

Thats some beautiful bows And ashley had her technique down when shooting just amazing back tension watching that hand go back on release. Also loved what you said about the tree living two lifes. I treat my bow good and she treats me good too.

[@MattJones1829]

Simply put...wow...I'm not sure my smile faded at all for fifteen minutes! My dad died in 2011 and never got to see me hang up the compound about three years ago in favor of the stickbow. I was born in 1966 and that same year my dad bought a Bear Grizzly. I still have it and love shooting it. My goal is to take a deer with it in honor of my dad. Thanks for a GREAT short film and may the Lord bless you and you families!

[@riversummitgroup]

Matt, go get 'em! I have a Bear Super Kodiak that I took my first archery animal with. Incredible memories of that turkey hunt. Let us know if that Bear Grizzly gets the job done this fall.

[@gilblue326]

Heartfelt and truly enjoyed. Thank you!

[@riversummitgroup]

Thanks for the feedback, Gil!

[@aaronnoffsinger5922]

Beautiful movie, thank you for sharing and God bless you! Archery will keep a person healthy and in tune with what's important in a crazy weird and confusing world.

[@matt21418]

Great film with some of the worlds finest people! Most of these people have had some effect on my life and have helped me out more than they will ever know!

[@OzarkPursuit7883]

This is an incredible film, thank you. This is why I just bought my first recurve and will transition from my compound for the first time in 2021. This is something im missing in my life, thank you.

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you! it was such a pleasure to make this film because we wanted folks like you to enjoy it...you made our day.

[@dougandrews6194]

I've been shooting traditional for 30 years. This is a great video!

[@Gillesgip]

Beautiful! Thank you for sharing

[@riversummitgroup]

Hi Gilles - thank you for watching and for your compliment. It's nice to hear your feedback.

[@Gillesgip]

@@riversummitgroup i think i seen a few instructional videos with your dad? What would be his youtube channel. I share your video with traditional ontario fb. Thank you

[@riversummitgroup]

@@Gillesgip Thanks for sharing our film! That's awesome. He doesn't have a channel per se, but if you look for Tom Clum Solid Archery Mechanics, you'll find a lot of his teachings.

[@matthewmichalek436]

Very well done. Motivation going into fall to try the stick bow

[@riversummitgroup]

Tis the season! Good luck in the woods this fall.

[@MattYacca]

Awesome film. Very well done. Love these guys!

[@TheebigD]

Wow. Just an amazing film ... Very well put together ..

[@anthonywillet222]

This is one of, if not the best video on hunting I have ever seen. It covers all of the aspects of hunting,gear, family, nature, death, tradition, importance of practice, emphasis on clean humane shots.......It was just a joy to watch ! Thank you for representing what hunting is supposed to be. I hope that many non hunters are able to view this. There are so many bad examples of hunting videos, no wonder why we hunters get a bad rap ! God bless you and your family and best of luck on ALL your future hunts. THANK YOU 🙏

[@riversummitgroup]

Anthony - your comment hit me hard, choked me up. As a filmmaker, this is why I do it, for you and all the folks like you who can appreciate. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@peterbryan3295]

Thanks that was bloody awesome.love it and what a bloody awesome family.

[@riversummitgroup]

Thanks Peter!

[@timmasincupp6760]

Incredible... Just incredible !!

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you, Tim! We're glad you enjoyed it.

[@sethmitchell9783]

So humbling, a true american family , god bless your family's

[@riversummitgroup]

And to your family too!

[@stringbean585]

Just stumbled upon this great video. I often struggle to convey to people what traditional archery means, and what it means to me. Your video sums it up perfectly. It’s like, when I watched it- I felt like someone else gets me! Thank you!

[@wendybrauneis3840]

So glad to hear you enjoyed! It sure does feel good to be gotten :-)

[@mattsteed8015]

Absolutely wonderful. Thank you for this. Outstanding. God Bless

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you for that wonderful feedback, Matt. We couldn't be happier with the results. We worked with some amazing folks in front of the camera who really brought this story to life..

[@shawndean8358]

The traditional bow has amazing affects on people , it's a life changer and bring different views on life than just about any other sport . When you have a family group involved , the life style and closeness that emerges from it can go on for generations and teach so many life skills only found from that bond and that traditional life style . Thanks so much for sharing your lifestyle with us . Your dreams , your passions will touch others and hopefully change some minds of those who don't have a clue or interest or understanding of what and why you and those involved in this lifestyle do what we do .

[@riversummitgroup]

Shawn - We're so happy that you enjoyed the film. Thank you for sharing your thoughts...spot on.

[@riversummitgroup]

Shawn - We've been getting a great response to the video and want share this story with other folks that might enjoy it...please feel free to share it with friends and family.

[@garypic4083]

This brings back good memories thank you so much

[@BowhuntingLifestyle]

Wow. Powerful video. I really enjoyed it.

[@thehuntschool196]

Just outstanding! Thank you for putting this together and sharing it with all of us!

[@riversummitgroup]

Our pleasure!

[@elkhuntr4evr]

Thank ypu for a wonderful video. It was a real pleasure to warch.

[@riversummitgroup]

It was a pleasure to make! Thanks for watching.

[@jerrycox2058]

Been making self bows for myself, my wife and grandkids. can't get any simpler than a stick and string except for a spear. It is amazing to be shooting and hunting with something that was even used in early bibical times and is still very effective. God created us to hunt and gave us the ability to both build bows and to use them. I have bows that were made in the early 60s and they are still very awesome weapons to take game with. The harvest of the meat of the animal is an awesome thing and something to give thanks for. Having Cherokee in my blood makes shooting the stick and string even more enjoyable and part of me. Getting the grandkids involved in the stick and string is even more enjoyable knowing that we are passing something wonderful on. The gracefulness of the wooden bow is sleek and light in the hand and yet powerful enough to harvest game. The sheer beauty of the simply bow is something that blows me away as does my God. Be blessed even more so.

[@riversummitgroup]

Hi Jerry - We've been getting a great response to the video and want share this story with other folks that might enjoy it...please feel free to share it with friends and family.

[@mikekupetsky6879]

This is by far the best archery related video I have ever watched thank you Tom

[@riversummitgroup]

That's a huge compliment. Thank you, Mike! We appreciate you watching.

[@bansheesfather3778]

This is an absolutely beautiful video.

[@MONKLJ]

Great stuff, family, the hunt together, sharing, they,er a very lucky family you have Tom, this video took my heart along with all you.

[@igortodic67]

I usually do not comment on KZbin but this video really moved me. I envy you since you managed to merge things which millions of us couldnt/didnt - quality time with your family, tradition, bonding, ancient skills, nature. Inspiring!

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!

[@alankidner4757]

Wow. Great effort guys...

[@sethmoore3040]

Awesome film! Great work .

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you, Seth!

[@archerandbowyer]

I am an archery lover and just stumbled upon this video today. I appreciate how incredibly well made this is. I love how this film has integrated views on the archery hunting. All those aspects and culture of whole thing captivated me. Showing their emotions was really spot on. I am inspired both as an archer and a KZbinr.

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you so much for sharing this. We put a lot of ourselves into our work and love to hear how it inspires others!

[@tradmanmike3360]

This video just grabs your ❤ ❤ being a life long Tradbow hunter. I know they understand the spirituality of God's creations. It revives our soul, it is definitely a spiritual experience. WE hunt, we do not kill these beautiful animals out of ill heart. We give thanks to god for the food, we take care of the wildlife and love them like anybody else. Love this video and the story of this blessed family.

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you for your kind words. We are happy our film spoke to you! We have more on the way...stay tuned!

[@autumnoak1]

Awesome! Great film

[@octaviogarcia5457]

What a beautuful film, thanks for sharing this

[@redchaos71]

Amazing film!!

[@riversummitgroup]

We had a blast making it! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@asdlkfjhfadslkh]

Best archery video on the internet.

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you for that incredible compliment!

[@kendallinman606]

I absolutely loved this video, thank y’all for sharing it and God bless

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you!

[@johnharrison6153]

I just watched your video and loved how your family is involved with the hunts,they way you included them in skinning the moose that’s what’s it’s all about teaching them early,I’m doing that with my six year old grandson,I would love to meet and talk with your family such an enjoyable video keep up the great work have a blessed day.

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you so much!

[@DMEII]

So wonderful and beautiful.

[@riversummitgroup]

Thanks, David. That made me smile. - Keith

[@colthosick1594]

just WOW! love it!

[@kennethdittig2986]

excellent, well done and i wish you all much great success in the hills with your sticks and strings,

[@riversummitgroup]

Thanks, Kenneth...you too! I'm already daydreaming about Fall.

[@kennethdittig2986]

@@riversummitgroup dreaming? na nows the time for planning. elk in wyoming will be here before i know it. be safe

[@shilohbutts2714]

Perfect film from start to finish.

[@riversummitgroup]

We appreciate that, Shilo!

[@stevethecoug]

Love this!!!! I have been a compound bow hunter, and it I recently picked up a recurve. I am planning on my first trad bow hunt this fall. This video is inspirational!!

[@riversummitgroup]

Awesome, Steve! Check back in the fall and let us know how it goes.

[@thehumblewoodsman127]

Wow! I didn’t want it to end, well done!

[@Doomkok]

Awesome. Thanks for making this..

[@riversummitgroup]

Jonathan - you're welcome! It was a pleasure...we're so glad you enjoyed it.

[@bowhuntingsoul2149]

Such a great video! Love this.

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you! So happy you enjoyed it.

[@rolandvasquezguzman9083]

Saw your Video today and was overwelmed with all the love , passion and Familytradition it carry. Thanks for sharing a piece of your life with us.

[@riversummitgroup]

Roland, we're big fans of camaraderie, family and love. Thanks for your heartfelt feedback.

[@theeverlyboys8725]

Thank you!! That was awesome to watch! I just recently bought my first recurve bow. I’ve shot a compound since I was a kid and I’m looking forward to this!! I would love to learn how to make a bow and the arrows for traditional archery!

[@riversummitgroup]

I want to make my own bow too one day. Our friend Buddy Gould of Poison Dart Bows is a master bowyer...check him out for inspiration.

[@baptistepothet7453]

Blacktail Bows!!! I’m waiting for mine at the moment…

[@FordSierraRSPinto]

beautiful video!!! Thank you!

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you too!

[@rayvillarreal1139]

I get it Clum family, great video!

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you Ray!

[@allenlewis8333]

Awesome so incredible!🎯

[@victorgonzalez8351]

Phenomenal film! I will be going on my first traditional, mule deer hunt in January.

[@riversummitgroup]

Thank you, Victor. Good luck on your mule deer hunt - let us know how you do!