Tribute To My Dad

[@jerrodladner3019]

I dont understand how this is not the most popular channel on youtub. You guys are absolutly awesome at what all yall do. Ms sandy included.. and such good people. Been my favorite channel since i found yall. I hope it gets better every year.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@charleywalker2982]

Jerrod, it’s my most popular channel on KZbin by far.

[@mattlong8949]

My favorite also. Best there is .

[@glennwhittington7783]

I thinks it is an age or generation thing. I’m in my late 40’s and can relate to this guy much more than the flat bill, hipster hunters like The Hunting Public etc. Also being a Southerner has a lot to do with it.

[@jerrodladner3019]

@glennwhittington7783 yes it does. I live about 3 hours south of the do it yourself guys and I know how hard it is to hunt these woods. I'm also 45 myself. I do like the hunting public but Aron Daniel and ms sandy are the best on youtub for learning and entertainment. I have no doubt I have hunted some same woods as these guys cause I take alot of time off in turkey season and hunt all over the state. It would be awesome to bump into them one morning

[@donniedickerson8077]

"Life is nothing more than memories in motion, always make the best, today is tomorrow's memories" ,,, I'm 61 years old and I can remember standing in the front seat of my dad's Ford Fairlane with a little toy gun I had got for Christmas, I couldn't have been More than 4 years old, , God bless you brother, great video

[@stanspeight9638]

I Lost My Dad In 2007 & I Still Miss Him He Taught Me Everything I Know About Hunting & Life I Was Blessed To Have A Dad Like Him He Made Me The Man That I Am Today Well Done You're Dad Would Be Extremely Proud Of U

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks!

[@ronniesage6030]

I have a 1970 336c marlin 35 that can't be bought. It was given to me by a great man. I've never had run off. Love your channel. GOD bless.

[@jeffreythompson6685]

We are the same age. I have my dad’s Winchester 32 Special in my safe with a fresh coat of oil. I remember when I was young when he’d come back from hunting and leaned it against the wall with the action open. Good memories. Keep making videos. I like your commentary.

[@bobbyholmes3985]

My father passed away when I was 50. I'm now 53 and hunt like you do but on private properties. I remember my father never really hunting. But he had me and 3 other kids to take care of. My parents both run a family business of ceramic tile installer. We travel from Mississippi to Tennessee, Florida all of working , but Georgia is home and where we as a family grow up. We worked 3 acres of land as a family for a garden in spring and summer as well as working with momma and daddy. As far as hunting the main thing is he always made sure by friends or uncles is hunting clubs . I [ the only hunter in the family] always had a place to hunt every season. As a family sport in the summer time [ mostly at night] we [ me , daddy and mom would crappie fish ( lake oconee). I still have my father's old 12 gauge and a old single shot 22 magnum. Good video and good hunt. Good luck and stay safe. We at our age are getting to old to hunt for them trees any more. I now mostly hunt for a ground blind. I became a mechanic, welder, trailer hitch tech. And own my own trailer hitch and repair shop. Tile work is very hard on the old back muscles.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for comment. I love hearing y'all personal story.

[@clintlittle2449]

I thank the Lord, I still have my Dad and still have the opportunity to hunt with him. He is now 76, and I can tell he is starting to slow down . I know someday coming, he might not feel like hunting or not be able to go. So I'm gonna enjoy every moment I can with him. You brought back memories when you left your gun in the tree. I left my rifle on the ground under the tree. Eventually, I realized it about halfway on my way out. Shift workers blues...I came back the next morning and killed Big Ole wide 5 point about 18 inches wide. Good luck on the rest of your season, and God Bless.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks!

[@kennethhowington5657]

Nobody can replace a good Daddy. Cherish them while you can!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Okay.

[@Southland888]

My dad passed away 2 years this coming march. He was a Vietnam vet and my best friend he left me one of his favorite weapons a Winchester Model 70 chambered in 22/250 with a heavy barrel on it!! Every time I pull it out I think of him!! Really appreciate you guys pal!! Y’all have the best show on KZbin👍🏻

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks!

[@brokeone4876]

The older I get the more I realize how fast time is going. Trying not to take any of it for granted. Another great video and great deer.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

So true!

[@Sugarbear1984]

Amazing story. My name is Mark Brown from Starkville Ms. Age 40. Born with Spina Bifida but love hunting

[@BudBanksOutdoors]

Miss my Dad still! But I know your Dad is looking down and smiling on you still making him proud!

[@RobertBathalon]

I really like your show I retired at 60 and hope to get out next year and what you are doing thanks and keep up the good work Bob

[@jimcase5841]

Thank you Jeremy for bringing back memories. I watch all your videos. My dad who passed in 2002 hocked his favorite rifle to buy me and my brother single shot shotguns for Christmas. I found the receipts for the transaction after I received his gun cabinet after he died. I am 67 now and still remember getting that first shotgun back when I was 11 or 12. His sacrifice will never be forgotten.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Great story.

[@AbelGuerra-xz3pc]

There is nothing more satisfying than taking a deer with a rifle that belongs to to someone that was close to you makes it more of a memorable hunt with the memories that you have shared with that person congratulations on a great buck

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

That is true.

[@JonathanWilliams080]

Congratulations you are now my favorite channel on KZbin now that I am watching the second hunt with your dads rifle.

[@RjTuckerjr]

My dad left me 5 years ago.he was the reason I love the outdoors all the times we have together is a blessing. He left me a rem270 auto.love your videos.keep it up.god bless you sir.north west Florida

[@walterquick8649]

Staying POSITIVE, thank YOU for showing the true side DIYH. Ya got me started in this with your wisdom, humble, real man, father ,husband and friend .

[@steveminer8341]

Jeremy, your podcasts are always life lessons and I hope everyone watching and listening learns from you, Daniel and Sandy. My dad never hunted but when I turned 14, he bought me a Winchester 94 thirty thirty. I hunted until I no longer could. It's been 2 years since I've been able to tie my shoes but I was able to hunt 60 years until my back and hips no longer work for me. My memories are priceless to me but that's all I have. I'm sure your grand kids and great grand kids will cherish the videos you are taking now. Thank you for taking the time to do for everyone to enjoy. 🙏

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks so much.

[@BakeroutdoorsTN]

My Dad just passed right before Thanksgiving and was the absolute best I could have ever asked for! He loved life and lived it well! As tuff as this past month has been I've been able to have one of my best seasons in quite some time and tagged out on my own property which is mind blowing to me. Your videos are very awesome and down to earth which is much appreciated! You all have inspired me to start planning an out of state deer hunt with a good friend of mine so I also thank you for that! God is good, keep up the good work!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Good Luck!

[@barryjames9812]

My Dad passed away on March 7th 2015 @81 years old. What a magnificent Life he had. I come from a long line of Hunters on my Dad’s side of the family. He instilled the love of the Outdoors in me as a small boy when I could barely walk. I never knew of another man from Arkansas that loved to Squirrel 🐿️ Hunt more than my Dad. He was self employed his entire Life & was Successful. Dad & Mom were married 64 years when He passed. He would close his shop down for a SOLID week in October & as I grew, as long as my Grades were not below a B, I was able to go with him on this trip every October. He called it “Squirrel Camp of Life” ..😂! Oh the Campfires that were made, the Life Lessons he would teach me around those Campfires & most of those lessons are still prevalent in my Life today. Dad was my best friend until I married Nancy then he became my 2nd best friend. I sure do miss him as now being 63 myself, I love the Outdoors as Hunting/Fishing make up my entire being. Lost Nancy on February 23rd 2021, we were married 41 years. (Married very young). She would have been 61 this past August. How I so miss them both. But my love for the Woods/Waters have never faded. I retired last year & now I go hunting & fishing several times a week. Thanks for keeping your show REAL. you sleep in your SUV, you make your own lunch, hunt Public ground that everyone has the opportunity to do so, and you portray an example that everyone has the same ability to follow if they so choose. I am a huge fan. Barry James Arkansas

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

What a great story. Thanks for sharing. That's why I do what I do ,because everybody no matter how much money you got you can do what I do if they so choose.

[@reedmitchell6716]

This was very Special. I have my Grandfather's Husquavarna 270. He passed in 89 while I was in the Military. I brought two Nephews up hunting with it. They both killed their first deer with it. Holding that gun is like a visit from him. God Bless You my Friend

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

It is something how a gun can bring back so many good memories.

[@Mike-cc2eu]

My great uncle passed away this pass year and he gave me his 336 marlin in35rem and every time I carry that gun it brings a smile to my face it’s like he’s there with me. Thanks for this video it means a lot to me

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for sharing

[@gregmcbee3638]

I watch all of DIYH videos and this one has to be one of my favorites. My Dad doesn't hunt anymore but he always took the time to take me hunting when I was a kid. If I wasn't hunting with my Dad I had two uncles and grandpa I hunted with. One of my uncles and grandpa have passed but I have alot of fond memories hunting and fishing with them. I have one of my uncles old rifles and I have been wanting to take a deer with it. This video has given me the motivation to get it done. At 52 yrs old I think about some of the same things as you, about we never know when its the last time we get to go to the woods and get in that treestand. I have twin grandbabies that are 2 yrs old, I hope to get to make alot of memories with them. Thanks for the videos.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thank you for sharing.

[@PhillipwRider]

My memory of my Dad bought my first 22 rifle for Christmas when I was Young,lost him 3 years ago he was 99 years old!

[@randyreynolds-dn9cl]

My dad passed away 12 years ago this month. He and I loved to hunt together. Thank you for sharing this.

[@critterg8493]

My dads 91 with dementia and I remember every thanksgiving him taking me and my brothers deer hunting till 10.30 to be home for awesome noon lunch mom fixed with all the fixings I can still remember waking up to smells of mom cooking till this day I hunt till 10 on thanksgiving

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Good memberies

[@bobhorzewski5941]

This was an awesome episode. I remember the one from last year when you paid tribute by using his rifle. Keep his memory alive and keeping tradition is important. We are roughly the same age and I lost my Dad 18 years ago. He died a week before his 62nd birthday. He was only retired for one year when he passed. I made it my mission to retire as young as I could and enjoy life, and I did just that at 49 years old. No more work getting in the way of hunting season. My wife retired a few years after me, and now we travel and spoil the grandkids. She knows Oct thru Nov is my time in the woods. Congrats on the upcoming grand-baby. And Miles is adorable. They definitely keep you feeling young.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

I want to stay in shape and good health just to be able to spent time with them.

[@jeremypowers-b9j]

One of the best memories for me is me my dad and my son hunting together last season. At that time we did not know that he could have dead with a heart attack. After season was over he started feeling bad and he had a total of 8 blockages they treated all but four he had to have open heart surgery. We all three got to harvest a deer together. Thank you for sharing enjoying your content.

[@georgehardin8452]

I lost my dad 6 years ago. I followed in his footsteps as a marine for 14 years.he served 35 years as a drill seargent.i have his old browning 300 mag I use each year so i can keep his memories and legacy going.love you guys.ive learned so much from yall.another awsome video.

[@JimmyGammons]

I lost my dad when I was 20 (I’m 37 now) but I still think about him every time I go hunting. I have a lot of special memories with him in the woods and I’m looking forward to making more great memories like that with my son. Thanks for all the knowledge and great content you guys share.

[@jerryhuntjj2885]

This video means alot to me. My dad wasn't a hunter but thankfully my uncle was. He didn't have a son so he took me hunting and taught me so me. When he died, I didn't get any of his guns but I got his hatchet. I make a point of using it to break down deer when I'm skinning them. It always makes me think of him. Thanks for this one!!

[@aaronfrye4391]

I shoot left handed just like you. My daddy's gun is an old Remington 742 30-06 semi automatic. With high mounts.

[@chrisvaughan8546]

Awesome video! I lost my Dad in 2011! Not a time that I’m hunting,that I do not thank the good Lord for allowing me to have a Dad that kept me outdoors! Seems like yesterday. Time does fly for sure.. keep up the good work.. And congratulations to your wife also…

[@joshwilder5145]

I have an old Remington 1100 I inherited from my uncle who helped dad teach me the outdoors. I took it out this season one morning and blasted an ugly 5pt at 15 steps. I totally understand the bringing back memories while hunting with inherited guns

[@pabloesquivel754]

Mister Jeremy you have so much wisdom. You always give a life lesson in every video, that’s why this is the best hunting channel. Thank you sir for sharing this!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks

[@Christopheren]

Another awesome buck ! Great job on the hunt and video .

[@maj3stikq122]

My great uncle (he passed) and my other uncle. All 3 of us are hunting buddy’s and now my uncle and I every deer season hunt his favorite spot. I shot my first big buck in his old hunting spot. Best memory ever.

[@mikebremer3456]

Congrats! I'm your age and started having back pain last year, it has changed the way I hunt. Like you say, in an instant, life can change and your days of hunting by yourself could be over.

[@pedrothehunter]

Great memories bud I missed my best hunting partner my dad 7 1/2 years ago thank u for doing what are doing

[@dawsonwilson3803]

This is probably the best,most relatable hunting video I’ve ever watched. I recently just got my great uncles .375 Winchester he started the love and passion for everyone in our family and I have tons of memories with him in the woods. I got to take a pig with it 2 weeks ago and can’t wait to get it in the deer woods soon!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Good luck with a deer and thanks for watching.

[@spencermoore9011]

My dad passed away in Sept 2013. I bought him a new Ruger Skeleton .308 in 2011. He never got to hunt with it. Someone broke into my cabin and stole that gun. I never got it back. My dads favorite Holiday was Christmas and being with family. He taught me to fish and hunt and about being a man. Thank you for the videos and content you guys put out.

[@thearkansashillbilly1776]

I lost my Dad on March 25th of this year he was 74. He worked for the Arkansas Forestry Commission most of his life fighting forest fires. Needless to say I grew up outdoors occasionally going with him to fires and just watching him operate that JD 450 made in the 70’s!! Had me in awe. I wanted to be just like him. Well when 911 hit I quit college and joined the Navy. Did 21 years. Not six months after I retired he passed away. We had so many plans that never came to fruition. I regret not being able to spend more time with him because I was always out to sea. He would always take me hunting and the guns I remember the most was his 30-30 marlin, 444 marlin and his laurona double barrel 12. I still have them to this day. Some of his favorite sayings was there is nothing wrong with good ole fashioned manual labor, it’s what makes this country go round and I would much rather work with someone that put in the time with hard work and persistence rather than working with someone that relies on talent alone!! He was a wise man and my hero!! I miss him dearly. Love the channel keep up the great work. Much love from my family to yours. God Bless!!

[@ShaneLewis-n2o]

I love the old 336 marlin ! My dad had one gun his whole life 410-.22 over under gun means lot to me!

[@adamcroghan9960]

My step Dad just passed this year he was not a big hunter but he helped me go as much as possible this show was very touching I watch all of you shows but this one hit hard thank you so much

[@ryanowen1338]

Love it, I lost my Dad this January. He was a fantastic fly fisherman, he would go hunting with me but never wanted to shoot anything. Steelhead are almost in the rivers here in northern Michigan, I am preparing to take his fly gear out in honor of him. Never take time in the outdoors with a loved one for granted. Best of luck to all of you whatever season is open.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for the comment.

[@ryanowen1338]

Great hunts also, love your videos

[@MercuryNewt]

Great episode! I lost my dad in 2020 and I've hunted his stand the past 3 deer seasons on my farm. I've killed two of my best bucks out of that stand and every time I sit that stand, I can feel him right there beside me. Appreciate all the dialogue and background! Keep doing what you guys do!

[@Addictedtotherushoutdoors]

Wish there was a love button instead of only a like button. This Video definitely hit me in the feelings. Lost my dad at he age of 15 so its been a little over 16yrs now. He was my role model and was big into hunting. I have his old Remington 742 woodmaster in 308cal thats been put up but thats gonna change next year. I highly apricate this video!

[@shanwinstead6585]

Jeremy this brought a few tears to my eyes. Throughout the show I thought about all the times I deer hunted, and rabbit hunted with my dad, all the ball games we played together, and the enormous amount of hours Rana and me have spent with Laken and Bree boating. I hold on to as many memories as I can. Thanks for reminding me. Shan

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for watching old friend.

[@timetohunt1]

good to reminisce, spending time in the woods is a spiritual experience for a lot of us. Brings us closer to the Lord. Great deer a great memories thanks for sharing.

[@Addicted2huntn]

I really appreciate the heartfelt love and honor that you have for your Dad. I lost my Dad in October and he was a great mentor for me and my love of the outdoors. You have a great channel- I look forward to seeing y’all’s next video.

[@kevincoker3166]

Had a train we put around the Christmas tree. I loved that and I haven’t done it since he passed away.

[@lloydhatcheriii5515]

Anytime a man speaks with a southern accent like Jeremy take note. This man speaks nothing but wisdom. This story is relatable to me and just gives me a better understanding of life

[@dwaynemctaggart1342]

Lost my dad last year, wonderful memories. Time has away of getting gone.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Sorry about your dad.

[@gobbleknot]

Thanks for the message! As with so many of y’all, I was blessed to have a tremendous Dad. He was a tough old Mill worker that raised 5 kids. He had little time to hunt and fish but he’d take me out when he could. We did some fishing when he retired but sadly he only lived a year after his retirement. He would always bring home a poinsettia for our Mom every Christmas. He was a great family man!!!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

That is awesome!

[@patriotoperator8397]

I know how you feel I grew up hunting with my dad and learned a lot I take his guns out hunting a lot threw out the year thank you for the great shows I miss my Daddy every day

[@cheetoz6902]

This brought tears to my eyes. Lost my pops in 2017 dec 1. Your videos are my favorite on you tube. I'm just glad I had my father for46 years

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

That is true. We could have lost them at and younger age.

[@rickbaker4043]

Bet you didn't feel any back pain when you pulled the trigger lol I'm 68 retired I been using my 336 for 45 years and have good results matter a fact taking it Monday because of your pop got to love the power the little gun has god bless on this holiday season 🦌🇱🇷

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

So true.

[@brickmason4410]

I can appreciate you doing this.. I lost my Dad 10 years ago this past March... He got me interested in hunting... I have all his tools.. im 60 years old and still race motocross and im restoring a vintage racing bike using hus tools.. Thanks for this..

[@markhall1169]

I truly appreciate your positivity inspiration and outlook on life. We can tell your hurt without your dad 😔. I've appreciated the conversations we've had and the hunts we've been on. Getting to know u better has Def made me want to be a better me. Thanks for all u guys do including Mrs. Sandy and Daniel.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

I appreciate that

[@mikemccomas1440]

My Dad was the finest Man I ever known. Taught me to love the outdoors. He was a man of the highest integrity and Christian values. In 1966 he brought an 8pt home that he had shot on thanksgiving day. That was a big deal back then because there weren't many deer around. He loved to hunt and fish but in later years was just as happy to sit and enjoy God's creation. This wasn't a "Grind" hunt--it was more like "Enjoy the Journey." Thxs PS way- go-to SandyⓂ👍

[@burkejones8277]

My dad is going to be 78 on 1/1/24. We hunt a lot together; he grazed a deer across the back this morning, and I went to help him look for it. I am sure the deer is fine. I have been very blessed to have a job that I know very well and allows me to work remotely. So, I can pretty much hunt when I want. The last few years we have hunted a lot. Luckily, I have enough sense to appreciate that while it is happening. I see so many people looking back with regrets. I don’t think I will have to deal with that.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

I like your thinking.

[@StevenSmith-xo6lv]

I never have left my weapon in the tree but I will after seeing this. Thanks for the idea

[@ryanholliman5923]

This ole south Mississippi boy understands exactly what you are saying! I agree with Jarrod, best channel on KZbin! I’m 49 and my dad’s been gone 23 years! He wasn’t a big deer hunter but hunted with us boys! I don’t really have a gun of his to kill a buck with but I do use his guns to squirrel or rabbit hunt! I just lost my mama in October which was devastating to us! Keep doing what you’re doing! I love it all!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks so much for watching.

[@Huntressbow308]

For me it is my uncle, and for the past two years I have harvested my first gun buck and a doe on the old farm where he was born with his 308.

[@dfontenot93]

My grandpa hunted with a 30-30 most of his life. He got to where he couldnt hunt so me and my brother inherited it. I got it on sight and hunted basically a whole season with it. Never killed a deer but my uncle that grew up watching his dad hunt with it having one himself and my other uncle sold it he talked about getting another one so i gave him my grandfather’s gun. 2 weeks later he killed the biggest buck of his life with it. I wasnt there to witness it but my dad was hunting about 300 yards away said he could hear him screaming in joy. Went over and they found the buck together. It was a great thing to hear as his wife had also just passed away the year before. I love this channel and look forward to every video to come.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for sharing.

[@patkaderlik9116]

My Dad got In a bad car accident on our way back from our deer camp. I saw 11 bucks that day and had a shot I should have taken at a 5 year old head on at 30 yds for a few seconds I'll never forget that day because it was the best and the worst. Thanks for the vids.

[@David73PaDieHard]

Thanks for video,it really touches me knowing that and He always called me "Ol Diehard Hardcore ",Cause always reminded him ,when he was younger,and My Dad passed away 11 years ago and I also have his Old .303 British Deer Rifle, I taken 6 deer with it since he gave it to me,but I only bring out once now cause shells r hard find,He luv to Hunt and Grandkids,The Holidays, especially Christmas, and still is hard without him ,but can still him hear at times,just hard explain,,There r times in the woods can feel his presence ,Thx for Tribute to All Luv ones that r gone but NOT FORGOTTEN ❤

[@Paul-i2s]

Awesome way to keep loved ones memories alive, I have an old Marlin 30.30 lever action with a tasco scope that was left to me from my Grand Pa, I said I’d never shoot it. But after watching this I believe I’m gonna do the same thing. Use it in memory of my Grand Dad. Love the videos.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Good Luck with it.

[@stephaniesmithfrizzell4990]

Great hunt with your dads gun . I lost my dad 3 years ago to covid he was 86 we hunt a bunch to gather it has taken 2 years before I want go hunt the first time hunting I took a nice 8 of cry for few minutes got drive to hunt now. Great to those who know what your feeling thanks for your great videos

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thank you for sharing

[@MikeyCamp]

Glad theirs still a country boy around I haven't met you but yet I fill like y'all good people thanks

[@MarkSmith-qk2rl]

Congratulations Mrs. Sandy and you Jeremy. Man I know what memories the outdoors has brought with my grandfather father and my son and daughter. Yeah my dad never left home without me. He was a big quail hunter we had beagles for rabbit and did a lot of wing shooting dove and ducks. He didn’t like deer hunting at all. We lost him at 50 years old so I didn’t get near enough time with him. He gave me a Marlin 336 30-30 on my 11th birthday, brand new it the box. I know I’ve taken over 60 deer with it. On the 19th it will be 54 years old. My first with it he was probably more excited than I was lol. My son took his first with it when he was 6 and I know I was one excited dad. Memories I hope I’ll never lose. Hopefully my grandsons will take their first with it.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for sharing.

[@darrellleggett5908]

This video reminds me of my grandpa. He was the one that taught me how to hunt and fish…

[@thomasanderson2870]

67 here, old man used to pheasant hunt with us on the farm. In his 90's now, brothers don't deer hunt much anymore. Never had kids. Still hunt most every day of bow and gun season. They will probably find me in the woods when I croak.

[@KennethCWarzecha-og4bl]

Great show. My dad passed in 2020. Left a model 94 Winchester 30:30. My daughter shot a buck with that gun at 135 yards with handloads that I worked up using Hornady FTX bullets and Winchester 748 powder. I was sitting beside her when she did it. Grandpa was smiling for sure,

[@adamhuckaby]

Reminds me of my uncle Troy, he taught me and my dad how to hunt, I remember at a young age of 5 he took me on my first deer hunt back home in those East Tennessee mountains at a place we called the old camp, I was always to scared to shoot his and my dads 742 wood masters in a 30-06 so I shot a muzzleloader, but I missed a deee that morning, but we hunted together all the way up to about 4 years before he passed away. I watched him battle cancer and was by his side the entire way through it all, I ended up getting his 30-06 once he passed away, every time I pick that gun up it brings back all of the memories I have with him! Thanks for the touching video!

[@larryschlais2143]

I agree with you, time does go fast , I'm 72 .I enjoyed your dedication to your dad,it brought good tears and memories of my dad and i.and I'm still bow and rifle hunting in Wisconsin

[@timjackson9893]

Great buck friend I’m 35 and still get to hunt with my dad a cherish every minute of it keep the videos coming love watching

[@bowhunterforlife8119]

Thanks for the video. 100% agree with everything you said. Sharing time and wisdom with others is extremely rewarding. My grandfather and uncle took me along hunting since age 10. Grandfather has passed. uncle is 77 and can no longer hunt. I make sure he gets venison. Keep it real and stay Hubble. Love your videos.

[@SuperSlappy25]

Nice buck! That gun reminds me of my grandfather. He had a Browning Sweet Sixteen that I so wanted to hunt with. I'll never forget deer hunting with him and riding around in the truck. lunches at deer camp. special times.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

I am glad this brought back some good memories.

[@Fat_Man_Adventures]

Man….this was my favorite KZbin video of 2023!! That’s saying a lot. I watch about 5-7 a night in preparation and dreaming of doing what you’re doing. I have my dad’s old rifle and I’ve tried several times to do this and haven’t been successful yet. I’m 46 and I’m also trying to get retired by 54. I’ve built an “overland” rig so I can travel and I’ve already started doing that every chance I get. I really enjoy y’all’s content but this video was very near to my own heart. I don’t live far from yall. In the great state of MS and my rut is starting now to in the next few days. Maybe this will be my year with my dad’s old rifle . Thank you for the content and inspiration. Maybe one day we cross paths doing the grind.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Maybe so. Good Luck with your dad's old gun.

[@bruceowens3535]

Yesir I have a gun my dad bought from his uncle when he started going down in health . My dad was not a big hunter either , but he managed to find time here and there to take me hunting because I drove him up the wall until he did lol. I don't kill a deer every year with it . Mainly because it's older and it's a wooden stock . So I don't like to take it but on certain days when it's clear weather . I was 48 when my dad passed away . Him and my daughter were my favorites and they both are gone now . Lost my daughter in 2010 and lost my dad in 2020 . I wish I could be half the man my dad was . They don't make em like that anymore . Worked 7 days a week 2nd shift just about his whole life . He didn't get me everything I wanted , but he made sure I had everything I needed . Old school . Love the show buddy .

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

That sound just like my dad.

[@garybarrere7552]

Wow great story, thanks for sharing. Good advice. Back in 1969 I was hunting with my best friend and we ran up the Boeuf River about 45 minutes. I got in a big oak flat. There was 3” of water on the ground. I climbed an oak and sat on a 6” limb and got to rocking on a 2” inch limb behind my back. The limb snapped and I fell about 6 ‘ flat on my back in that cold water. My insulated jump suit sucked up bunch of water. I was soaked and cold 30 degrees, then came that boat ride in that aluminum flat. My teeth were chattering louder than the motor. Got back to the farm house and took two hot baths and sat in front of the heater an hour. I will never forget that cold boat ride. God bless you and keep you brother.

[@Christhunter79]

These are my favorite kind of episodes! Great job Jeremy!

[@jessedoiron5925]

What a great episode Jeremy, my grandpa had a Remington automatic 30-06 bought in 1973 I was born in 1972 it was passed down to my uncle who passed it down to me I am hunting with it right now , it just adds so much more meaning to the hunt , love what you and Daniel are doing I watch every episode

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for watching!

[@renehernandez5231]

Lost my Dad in 2020. Took a nice 8 point that season with his old 3006. Best hunt ever.

[@coreyhallman3134]

Love the gun story I still got my grandpas Remington 700 270 my go to gun

[@warbirdflyerF4U]

Great video Jeremy thank you for sharing with us I have fond Memories of hunting with my granddad and my dad 😊 They're both gone now but I have a weapon or 2 from each of them and I try to get a deer each year with one of those weapons ! Those memories will be cherished forever by all of us who had these experiences with our mentors Happy New Year to all😊

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Happy New Years to y'all.

[@howardkuhn2793]

I'm lucky enough to still have my father,who has been my mentor in life.i am the man I am today because of him.my father is not a hunter..My hunting mentor and best friend is battling cancer and has been for the last four years..I'm dreading the day I lose either one.i myself dealt with a brain tumor and had surgery in July of 2021..luckily it was benign..I truly have a new appreciation for life and what I love to do(hunting)..this year has been a struggle finding a shooter buck..but I will never give up..love your videos and content..thank you for what you do..

[@StevenJackson-l7c]

I lost my son ten years ago. We hunted and fished together every chance we got. I cherish every memory I have. I can feel him with me when I go. Thanks for this video. He would have been 34 this year.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

I am glad this video brought back good memories for you, because that’s what keeps their memories alive.

[@kevinwestphal380]

My dad was not a hunter. But I do have fond memories of my Hunting Mentor, Rich. It was back when we used recurve bows, army camo and home made wooden tree stands. Rich is with the Lord now. Thank you for this video to help us remember. And if your viewers have the opportunity, take a young person hunting, you may just ignite a lifelong passion, as Rich did with me. God Bless!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

That is so true. Pass it on to the next generation.

[@gregoryjones296]

Great episode reminds me of my old man’s 30-30. It was his favorite!

[@Chad.Maness]

Took my dads old gun this year and let my son kill his first and second deer with it (6 point and doe). My dad passed in 98 when I was 14 years old. He was only 39 which is how old I am now. We spent every spare minute hunting together and his rifle means the world to me. To have my son take his deer with it was a real moment for me! Love you guys and love the channel. We came to the buck expo in bham just to meet y’all and you gave my son a grunt call. We’ve had a great year. Big thanks!!

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[@doityourselfhunter9031]

I remember your son. Tell him I said congrats on his deer.

[@roadkingthunder]

Loved the video.My Dad meant the world to me too.I worked for him for many years as a young adult,we hunted and fished together right up until his death.I miss him alot and think of him often.I laughed so hard when you said you hurt your back(sorry),but earlier in the video you said you felt better and was in better shape than youd been in 15yrs.then Sandy had to tie your boots.Funny cause i been there and done that.Keep em coming,great buck too

[@sethk2203]

Loved the video. Still have my dads old Glenfield Marlin Model 60. At the end of it all, memories shared with loved ones are all that we have that truly matter.

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

That is true.

[@Hammerback0]

My dads been gone one year and 15 days as of today. First season without him this year. Sad. Painful. Appreciate your tribute to ur dad though. Helps to know what I am experiencing is also felt by men that i look up to and admire. Appreciate you sir.

[@alexthomas9556]

I never had a mentor growing up. Dad was distant and mother was off doing her thing. I have been hunting now for about 15 years. I'm 37 now but 15 years ago, I could never stop and slow down to take the beauty in of the outdoors. I had a son 7 years ago, and now he's a spitting image of me. He goes hunting with me every so often. I just hope I will be a good mentor for my son.... give him something I never had. Hopefully, he will slow down one day and soak it all in and love the pursue of the hunt. I love watching your videos!!! It gets me motivated and you talk about real-life stuff and new ways to hunt Pressured deer. Please never stop showing us your hunts! Your a awsome Role model. I can tell that your kind and have a good heart. Thank you!!!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks for the kind words.

[@joshuaraines7600]

I have a Marlin 30Aw 30-30 that belonged to my Dad. Same story he didn't hunt a whole lot but he made sure I got to go. He passed away in 2011 and I have killed a deer with that gun every year since he has been gone. I married a girl who already had an 8 year old son prior. In 2021 I took him hunting for his 1st time, and he has killed a deer with that gun every year since. He never got to meet my Dad, but I know some day he'll understand the tradition that we have started, and hopefully his little boy will kill one with it, and pass it on down the line. Love watching yalls stuff man, you guys are awesome!

[@doityourselfhunter9031]

Thanks!

[@humblehunteroutdoors]

❤. Appreciate everything you guys do… my dad actually has a similar model gun that his brother owned. His brother passed away very early and it is a reminder for him every time he takes it out hunting. That’s what this is all about. It’s a lifestyle. It’s a legacy. It’s real. Thanks guys! For making me reflect on things

[@KevinBarton-i6x]

I can relate a lot to your story here. Thank God above that my dad is still with me. Im 47 years old. My dod had put a marlin 336 30/30 on lay away when they got married in the early 70s. As a first anniversary, my mom got it off lay away for him. It was his prized rifle from that point on. He thought the world of me and wanted me to have what he concidered the best rifle when i grew to 14. He messed around with different rifles to replace the one he gave me but he eventually landed on buying himself another marlin 336 30/30. I have used my dads old gun as my first choice go to deer rifle and i have put a lot of meat on the table with it through the years. Tons of memories both while it was in my hands as well as in my dads. Well the time came and my son turned 14 this past deer season. So, i had to do the right thing and pass the torch to him to be the steward of . And like my dad, i had to really hunt for it but i scored a replacement for myself in a top condition marlin 336 30/30. So, i may have gotten the exact same JM marlin as the original but there's just something special about hunting with dads old gun.