“The Process" - A Mountain Mule Deer Hunt

Join Zack Boughton in a hard-fought hunt for a stud mule deer buck.
Produced by the SG Art Dept.

[@ryonpool5080]

Thanks for not worrying about the length of the film and adding the back story... Great film!

[@stoneglacier9636]

Glad you enjoyed the length of it! Zack was a little worried it might be a touch long.

[@DrJAFey]

@@stoneglacier9636 What tripod is that?

[@briansteele1378]

The things hunters do on public/private land amazes me and this is another reminder how one bad egg makes us all look bad. Glassing from the rifle scope, classic.

[@arlyborgus]

What's so horrible about glassing from the scope? What if you forgot your binos and need to see a long distance? Or your binos don't view as long as your rifle scope?

[@briansteele1378]

@@arlyborgus because if you use your scope to glass, you are intentionally pointing your rifle in a direction that may not be safe like other hunters and you don't realize that until you see them through the scope.

[@arlyborgus]

@@briansteele1378 Id be horrified if I saw another hunter on my property without my knowledge

[@justinmorgan3719]

Horrified??? Lol that seems a lil drastic

[@arlyborgus]

@@justinmorgan3719 poachers are almost always armed so it would be a pretty scary situation

[@JDOLSEN8318]

Loved the video and love y’all’s gear, but man I got really nervous seeing that shot with the younger buck behind it. Glad it worked out and congrats.

[@peterhay8622]

I couldn't agree more. Not the best way to take a shot and also glad it turned out for the best.

[@deerloversheridan3038]

Almost killed two bucks

[@justindyck9705]

Absolute grind of a hunt. Anyone who watches this will see the great big circle of highs and lows that hunting can take a person on. The perseverance over so much time is inspiring to see! Great hunt and thanks for sharing

[@aarons307]

Living near there and getting to hunt those areas every year, finding a buck is half the battle, actually killing a target buck is the other half. The country is rugged enough that it just takes time, effort, and a little luck to kill one of those giants. Way to keep grinding, but you can lump yourself into a list of hundreds of other hunters that have had bucks killed out in front of them that they had previously scouted in that country. It's just how it is, you think you're doing everything right, then the buck is higher on the mountain, lower on the mountain, or some other hunter just stumble onto the hillside and gets a fleeting shot off at a surprised buck, kills him and blows his antler off in the process. Happens every year. Thanks for sharing your adventure and congrats on killing a buck in the end.

[@mahkobicook5873]

Where is this?

[@pizzahunter808]

​@@mahkobicook5873texas

[@zackw9292]

Yeah, gps coordinates please!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@I.G_NL]

I just think its crazy how these relatively small channel pop out of seemingly nowhere with insanely high quality videos that are very entertaining. Keep it up and God bless from the Netherlands!

[@stoneglacier9636]

Glad you liked it and thanks for watching!

[@jamesrussell2523]

One of the best videos I've watched in quite some time. Awesome country, and a great buck to finish it off! Congrats Zach on an epic story

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thank you!!

[@mtn2coast_outdoors]

Incredible film, that hunt was a grind. Congrats on the beautiful hard earned buck.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks guys!

[@colemanlanders6396]

As my hunting days sunset, 73, the process has proven to be more of my hunting than the kill. I love Mule deer and Pronghorn hunting as much as anything associated with the woods. By the way, Stone Glacier makes the best gear I have ever found for cold weather. I Elk hunted in Montana in 2021 and happened to find this online store. Through ice and snow, this GA old guy never got cold. Now I have their new gloves! Good luck and have fun out there.

[@scottygafford9641]

Well done! I enjoyed every minute!

[@djboughton6595]

Just a fun and Awesome video and so proud of you guys! Luv Mom.....so glad I got you guys to Montana.

[@jordanmecham8862]

One of the best videos I’ve ever seen! Thank you for all the hard-work in producing this hunt!

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!

[@_2earthandback_]

This was a great and honest film! Very much appreciated! I love Stone Glacier. Thank you!

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks and glad you enjoyed this one!

[@justindownes7578]

Great film and nice perseverance. We all want that 200" buck that got away but you still had a really nice deer. Congrats again!

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thank you!

[@brighamerickson2106]

I really enjoyed this film! Real and raw

[@careydopf6223]

Great film work, documentary and even better perseverance! Great job and thx for sharing.

[@larrynorton1894]

You are the hardest working, most impressive deer hunter I have had the privilege to watch. To appreciate the deer and the challenge. Thanks for a great video.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!!

[@chrisgreenhagen1717]

Very good film. Real public land hunting!

[@harleyeg05]

What I really liked about your hunt was the dedication, and hours/days/months of study, scouting and prep! it truly showed the 'ups' and 'downs' of what a hunt can be, especially on public land. As I get friends and co-workers into hunting, this is what I tell them to expect, they call it hunting, not killing. Thank you for the time, energy and effort that you placed into this video to show us all the hard work and joy that can come from the success' and even the hardships.

[@ryanprewitt3521]

First time watching and loved the content. This type of hunting is what keeps me going all off season. Even better finding someone to document it.

[@PNWild]

Visually beautiful film, love you’re guys work. Great job to everyone involved.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!

[@mistermystery472]

As a fellow mainly prairie/breaks land mule deer hunter this video has got me itching to chase the elusive grey ghost in the mountains. Fantastic film Zach and team!

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!

[@bd7495]

Zach Boughton and Donnie Vincent are neck and neck for the top spot in hunting film. in my opinion. this is exceptional work.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!

[@mikedriessen8613]

Great film guys. Perseverance embodied.

[@miksevere1753]

Very well done! What beautiful country!

[@andrewmadsen6094]

Congratulations on the buck, hard work pays off, maybe not the way you want it to but it does, this hunt embodies my elk season as well with 45 days on the mountain scouting out the perfect bull and watching 8 different encounters go south with a bow in hand, then happening across the elk seemingly by accident during the rifle season.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks! There's never a bad day on the mountain even if it's not going how you planned!

[@treyozee2685]

Been watching Zach for almost a decade on KZbin. Never seems to disappoint. What a great buck, well deserved brother.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!

[@sasquatchrosefarts]

​@@stoneglacier9636if you read the wind across both cheeks on your face... And turn your head.... You can read the wind direction to within a few degrees. Just feel how it rolls across both sides of your nose to your cheeks. Or are you sponsored by that scent sprayer bottle you were spraying about 25 minutes in? 😃

[@jeremiahgilligan1544]

Phenomenal video. I live in this area and the country is as rugged as it gets. Will be a slow few years until it recovers from the last winter.

[@OverweightOutdoorsman]

You did an amazing job filming this adventure. You captured the weather and the mood perfectly. Congrats!

[@MattCraven-mr1bk]

'More character building'.... Literally had me laughing out loud. Great film, great hunt, great buck. Congrats. Please keep churning out the wonderful content SG Art Dept.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks! Hopefully more coming down the pipeline

[@kwadebruce9134]

I had a good time watching

[@richsmith8254]

This is how a hunting video should be done!!!! Awesome video

[@mattydelong]

Quality content and amazing perseverance. Thanks!

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!

[@fishinfrickey]

Best Story, Edit, and Footage yet. Congrats.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thank you!

[@tgriffith45]

Awesome video! Thank you for sharing!

[@stoneglacier9636]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching

[@matthewjewell7216]

Great Video. Amazing that the aggressive move by the competition on the original buck worked. Goes to show sometimes you just have to swing for the homerun instead of waiting for the right pitch. Regardless, it's devastating and perseverance you showed is admirable. We all have already, or certainly will, experience something similar on public land.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Absolutely! Glad you enjoyed the film.

[@michaelschlager2808]

Great video. Those days when you get worn down are tough. That's a very relatable feeling especially when you're out there alone.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Glad you enjoyed it Michael!

[@joshuamonteith6901]

So so good dudes. Also, glad I'm not the only one failing out there in the timber. Cheers boys!

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!

[@tylermoore3024]

Zach, amazing hunt. Congrats on staying in the game. Great videography work. Cannot wait until the next one. SG killing it again

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thank you!

[@gregorymillar285]

Beautiful flim and great deer, glad you got your buck

[@zekeshow3769]

Good work and beautiful buck. Zach is such a wealth of knowledge in mountain hunting.

[@jakekies4615]

I don’t think he shot the antler off, probably broke it off falling on those rocks

[@guylaga]

Great cinematography and very well done film. Congratulations on a well earned buck after a the long hours and challenging hunt.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thank you!

[@LoganFishOutdoors]

Predators don’t quit! SG film department kills it!

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thank you!!

[@davidcopher4234]

Fantastic video and a great story. Loved it!

[@jefffox9789]

Great story telling! always good to see the struggle prior to success

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thank you!

[@jeffw6224]

Great video & story. Thanks for sharing it.

[@victor.randolph]

Awesome video! All the feels. Thanks fro bringing us along

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thank you!

[@leif707]

well done!!!

[@PSCOutdoors]

Incredible hunt guys! Great video!

[@brandongrinstead7392]

This is a story of perseverance for sure.

[@craignagao3719]

Good looking mule deer. You earned it. Great hunt.

[@travisburns7399]

Super cool video! Hard work pays off!! Congrats

[@joekocher544]

What a great hunt, congratulations!

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!

[@lrpetric]

Great hunt and great film. Really cool that you were able to go back out and get it done solo. Never been much into mule deer but this film made me want to go on a mule deer hunt. Congrats Zack!

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks, glad you liked the film!

[@kwadebruce9134]

Want to come to alberta for a mountain Mule deer hunt? @lrpetric ?!????

[@gwhunt1023]

Super film, hunt, grit, etc… :)

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!

[@eriklarson4321]

The way you took the time to develop the story was different from the other hunting shows I see. Felt like I was struggling with you and then ultimately getting a great buck. Thank you!

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!

[@waynethompson3605]

Getting through those lows is a bitch, but I always say your luck can change in a moment. Persistence, persistence, perseverance! Great video!

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!

[@dadagnoli]

Great video. Enjoyed the backstory

[@bradencoonce]

Such a great representation of what it’s like to mule deer hunt public land. Great job on the film

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thank you!

[@JoshuaSkibinski]

Great story and adventure, I really enjoyed it!

[@brandonechols920]

Congrats on a well earned buck! Alway love watching your hunts. Good luck to fall of 2023.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thank you!

[@jhford1234]

Way to stick with it. Congrats man! Buck looks pretty sweet to me.

[@HuntDetail]

Not many films show the bad luck, mistakes, failures and frustration…or even the resolve to drive through. Excellent film from start to finish. Congrats Zach on the buck and a great film!

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thank you!

[@samdeyton5449]

Congrats on your process, nice harvest

[@ramos208]

Man that’s some awesome country. Congratulations awesome journey

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thank you

[@nathanielcharles2175]

Awesome Awesome Hunt! Your spirit and dedication is inspiring and motivating. Thank you for sharing this incredible adventure! 🤘🏾

[@nathanielcharles2175]

Great Buck BTW!

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!

[@wayoutwestadventures4488]

Love how the video was put together. Glad to see a harvest after all the hard work!! Can’t wait for the next one.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!

[@rasmussenadventures6087]

Nice job, loved the whole story. I caught myself rewinding and listening to to things you said that are so spot-on and exactly how I have felt in the mountains.

[@mattbuck7061]

The highs and lows of mule deer hunting. That first buck was great but that's a cool buck. I'll be chasing some bucks a month from now.

[@nicholaslowery9671]

Amazing mule deer hunt! Congratulations.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thank you!

[@WyoHomeing]

Solid work man...

[@123-JDAWG]

Dang. I used to hunt up there, I’ll have to go back. It’s been awhile. Great film.

[@delriv5238]

Thank you very much. I enjoyed your video immensely.

[@jerryguanciale1423]

Great video! Watching your heartbeat in that scope was awesome!

[@lukedavis8912]

Couldn't relate more to this story, I had a major heartbreak in the same unit the same year

[@rhysgerow9960]

This was a great video thanks for sharing

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it

[@flyfishmerc]

Great video and great hard work. Gorgeous buck. Congrats !

[@sparooniee]

Props on this one. Pretty sweet story and the scenery is out of this world it’s gotta be so fun just sitting there to relax let alone being on a hunt. Cool Vid!

[@chriscollier7306]

Great job one of the best mule deer films I’ve seen. Congrats Zach way to hang in there and get it done, really nice deer.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!

[@SandoAdventures]

Awesome awesome video and an incredible buck! Beautiful rugged country you were hunting.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks! Yes it's gorgeous country for sure.

[@garrettforster7155]

What a great film. I’ve experienced the same frustrations here in Colorado with people taking risky shots, or hearing the mentality at the trailhead “if it’s brown it’s down” is extremely frustrating people have that mindset. Or people who just disrespect the forests, and do not put in the weeks/months of work and happen to get lucky. But as your film showed, persistence,faith, determination paid off in the end.

[@nathanrieck2112]

For the sawyer squeeze filters I like using a 1.5 liter smart water bottle to filter from. You just have to keep cracking it open to let more air into the bottle. I used the same bottle for 3 months straight backpacking and it didn’t fail

[@JoshuaLaney]

Wow, this video was really well done. My toddler couldn't look away with all the action. Congratulations on a great buck

[@boydeallen3306]

Enjoyed the frame narrative!

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!

[@kylehinds89]

Wow such a nice buck! Congrats on the film and an awesome buck!

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!

[@GOHUNT]

Great Film SG Fellas! So many highs and lows that come with hunting the high country.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks GoHUNT!

[@armedmindset6778]

Been hunting Mule deer all my life and that would be my dream buck! I am jealous, but congrats.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!

[@nate_carruthers]

I’ve been looking forward to this one for a while. As a muley junkie myself, I can relate to a lot of what you experienced on your hunt Zack. Nevertheless, fantastic hunt and congrats on a well earned buck!! Awesome work SG Art Dept. 👍👍

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks Nate!

[@timg1034]

excellent video This does a great job of capturing the physical mental and emotional roller coaster of mountain hunting Nice buck too well done

[@Garga84]

Great job 👍

[@maj3stikq122]

That’s a real pretty buck

[@AK-qu6rw]

Wow great hunt, very nice.

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thanks!

[@Rickseavey84]

so good!

[@stephencadwallader5401]

I needed this video today 😅

[@waynes1950F6]

Really enjoyed this video. Great hunting

[@MichaelPadiong]

Love the storyline. This film was put together so well, great job! Thanks for sharing 🤙🏽

[@stoneglacier9636]

Thank you!

[@ksbridges]

Great video. Way to stay with it. The mental game is everything!

[@stoneglacier9636]

Absolutely!

[@wadeholom2929]

Great job. Keep it up

[@MilesofBeard]

The amount of work to this whole season hunt! Amazing job! I would have given up on the videoing a short way through. Definitely seems it kept your determination to finish it. Great video!