MONSTER GEORGIA BUCK | BWB 2019 EP 11

The anticipation was palpable as Kevin settled into his stand in Georgia, knowing that the pre-rut season was upon him. This was not just any hunt; today was special. He had a hit list monster buck in his sights, a legendary whitetail that had graced their trail cameras for weeks. The excitement of the hunt electrified the air around him, a feeling every passionate hunter knows well. “I thought for sure he’d walk out in that plot,” Kevin recalled, his heart racing as he prepared for the moment he had been waiting for, hoping his deer hunting tips would pay off.

As he scanned the area, every shadow and rustle of leaves heightened his senses. Then, movement! “There he is!” he whispered to himself, adrenaline surging through his veins. The big buck, a magnificent specimen, stepped out into the clearing. But just as quickly, it turned and walked straight back into the woods, disappearing as if it were a ghost. “I’ve never seen that beautiful deer before,” he thought, frustration creeping in as he realized this might be his only chance at such a trophy. The elusive nature of these animals is what makes rut season bow hunting so challenging and rewarding.

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Time was ticking, and Kevin knew he had to stay focused. Every second counted in the Georgia woods. “I’m running a few minutes late getting to the stand,” he admitted, reflecting on how deer were moving earlier than usual that day, a common occurrence during the pre-rut. “But it’s alright; I’m here now.” He settled in, his patience a hunter’s greatest virtue, hoping for the best as he waited for the deer to return, perhaps drawn back by the promise of the feeder.

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With a mix of hope and patience, Kevin watched as a doe made her way back to the feeder, a beacon of activity in the quiet woods. “That’s a good sign,” he thought, knowing that where there are does, bucks are sure to follow, especially during this crucial time of year. He felt a rush of excitement as he contemplated the possibilities of what might come next, envisioning the grand buck stepping out once more.

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Then, after what felt like an eternity, a flicker of movement caught his eye. Kevin spotted the buck again, a majestic silhouette against the fading light. “Oh man, there he is!” he exclaimed, heart pounding in his chest, a drumbeat echoing the primal thrill of the chase. He took a deep breath, slowing his racing pulse, and steadied himself as he prepared for the shot. The arrow flew true. “I hope I made a good shot,” he whispered, releasing the arrow with precision, a prayer on his lips.

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After the shot, the hardest part began: the wait. Kevin waited patiently for about 45 minutes, allowing the deer ample time to bed down, before tracking. “It’s hard to find property to get my truck for the camera light,” he said, feeling the weight of anticipation, the seconds stretching into what felt like hours. He had given the buck enough time to lay low, and now it was time to see if his shot had been successful, a moment of truth for any bow hunter.

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As he followed the blood trail, a clear sign of a successful hit, Kevin felt a mix of excitement and anxiety. Every step brought him closer to the answer. “Oh look at that!” he exclaimed as he finally spotted the deer lying in the brush, a magnificent sight. “That is the biggest deer we’ve had on deer hunting trail camera!” The realization hit him like a wave of joy; this was no ordinary buck. With impressive antlers and a massive frame, a true Georgia giant, it was everything he had hoped for and more.

“My heart was pounding,” Kevin admitted, reflecting on the thrill of the moment, the culmination of countless hours of scouting and preparation. “I guess that’s why I didn’t shoot that buck this morning.” He had been patient, waiting for this very opportunity, a testament to his dedication. The buck had been showing up on their trail cameras regularly, a ghost in the pre-rut, and today was finally his day to claim his prize.

As he admired the magnificent creature before him, its antlers a crown of the forest, Kevin felt a sense of accomplishment wash over him. “This is an awesome way to wrap up the trip,” he said with a grin, the fatigue of the hunt replaced by pure elation. “It’s the biggest one we’ve ever got on trail camera.” The hard work and dedication had paid off in a big way, a memory that would last a lifetime.

With a tropical storm approaching and rifle season set to kick off tomorrow, Kevin knew this hunt would be one for the books, a story to be told for generations. “I’d already told my wife I was going to pack up and head home tomorrow,” he said, feeling grateful for this unexpected turn of events, a final, glorious chapter to his Georgia adventure. “But now, I can’t wait to share this story.”

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