I bought this book for my son, who is 8, for christmas. Funny story about hunting hard luck hunters this true story about two hunters from michigan was originally reported on a news program. Perhaps the most famous author of sporting tales in the first half of the 20th century, this collection of eight stories first published in field and. As written by master outdoorsmen, revel in the memories of great hunts until the next season opener. Do you remember the day you got hooked on deer hunting.
Christian babcock interviews the united states most infamous poacher, charles beaty. The writers here know deer and deer hunting, but they also have the knack of sharing what they have seen and learned. Popular deer books share book recommendations with your. Utah deer limited hunt unit book cliffs, south onx. He just started hunting deer this year, so i thought it would be a cool gift. These hunt stories are told mainly through pictures, with lots of fascinating and unusual details. The lexington county chronicle this is a book wrapped in adventure with nostalgia, a book with writing that both soothes and crackles. Check out our stories, videos and hardhitting howtos on deer hunting. As written by master outdoorsmen, revel in the memories of great. Deer hunters book deer hunting is as complicated and beautiful a sport as has ever been invented, and all that is reflected in the classic essays collected in the deer hunters book. This book is a lifetime of dans greatest stories from over four decades of chasing whitetails.
Oct 28, 2011 the subject of hunting has inspired almost as much writing as the subject of love, and it tends to be a lot more fun to read. And luckily for us bibliophiles, there are now hunting books, apps, and a. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the deer hunting book. Prince of poachers charles beaty wildlife artistry. This is the greatest fishing story ever told it also might be the longest. Short stories for young hunters kindle edition by michael waguespack. Yes, these two labels can be applied to the same person, and for that reason i believe im uniquely qualified to put together this ultimate recommended reading list for hunters. And while i know this will be a deer hunting story that reed will never forget, i wonder if he realizes that it will also be one that i never forget. For a deer hunter, it is the only day that really matters. Such a series is the greatest hunting stories ever told, anthologies that should win places on many bedside tables. Funny deer hunting stories ohio sportsman your ohio. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Whitetail nation is not a traditional hunting book in the sense that it lists out and describes information in regards to deer hunting.
This section of is 100% dedicated to sharing the greatest stories from our community. If youre not familiar with these writers, then this anthology of more than 20 short stories might be right for you. These hunting stories will make you laugh out loud. On the long winter nights that lie ahead, such stories make great reading. Every hunt in the deer hunters book has many great tails of men and their great hunting trips.
Deer limited hunt unit book cliffs, south regulates hunting opportunities in utah and covers 826,337 acres. Dec 12, 2017 first deer stories are never forgotten, even the minor details cling to you through the years. We generaly post anything that is in relatively good taste. The following short story was written by brad hendrickson about a hunt he shared recently with his father, bill. Idaho deer hunting stories second shot ryans big idaho buck my love for hunting began as a young boy following in the footsteps of my grandpa, dad and my uncles. The writing found in this book, from faulkners race at morning, to william miles three men and a buck, underwood has put together a reading list of ageless stories that will get the excitement building for october or late november. I mean that moment you realized hunting could change your life. Try to keep your deer stories to 500 words, and make sure you send a quality jpeg photo of you and your deer. Some of the stories are funny, some are more serious, but all are told thru the eyes of the big buck serial killer himself, dan infalt. The ultimate recommended reading list for hunters wired to hunt.
And not only is it fun to actually hunt, but its also fun to read about hunting, such as proven tips on how to ensure a successful deer hunt on your next trip or thrilling stories about other peoples successful hunting trips. Daddys little hunter deer hunting read along book for. Im not talking about the deer, i said, hitting milo on the back of his shoulder. Hed told me stories of walking through the woods not knowing what to dojumping in front of boulders, marching around barren woods, looking for deer. Rather, it tells the story of the hunter pete bodos journey to finding and killing his first trophy buck.
Return to lone hollow deer and wildlife stories duration. Top 10 hunting books of alltime grand view outdoors. The book captures the excitement of hunting whitetails through a variety of adventurous and humorous stories about young hunters. However, this may be the best deer hunting story i have gotten in a long time. We are not advocates of poaching, but the stories are nothing short of incredible. Steves passion for god, family, and hunting make his stories entertaining and chockful of insights and encouragement for growing spiritually and relationally. Hunting is easily one of the most popular sports in america today and has been for many decades. It is full of exciting short stories about the thrill of hunting. Along the way, bodo also talks about the history of whitetail deer hunting across the united states. He and a friend go duck hunting in winter, and all the lakes are frozen solid. Deer hunting is as complicated and beautiful a sport as has ever been discovered, and all that is reflected in the classic stories collected in the deer hunters book. Hunters know that stories abound the world over and most spin plenty of their own tall tales. Bill hendrickson with the big 8, the biggest buck of his life. Here are 10 great hunting books that you need to read in your lifetime, and one.
Dont forget to add your full name, county of kill and date of kill so that we can give you credit for the story. I highly recommend this collection of classic deer hunting stories for hunters of all ages and experience. I read dozens of books every year, if not more, related to hunting and ive seen plenty of good books, a few great ones and a handful of awful reads too. I still vividly remember that day, and it was the first time i took a deer s life. Today on deer and wildlife stories, keith is at the united deer farmers of michigan, one of the biggest deer farming conventions making a huge impact in the industry. Jan 24, 2014 hed told me stories of walking through the woods not knowing what to dojumping in front of boulders, marching around barren woods, looking for deer. As we prepare to welcome 2016, here is a list of the top five deer stories covered on outdoorhub over the past 12 months. As each story progresses, kids will learn about the heritage of hunting as well as what sound a turkey box call makes, the noise a deer makes when its spooked. By continuing to use this site, we assume you consent for cookies to be used. Heres a rundown of some of the best hunting books of all time at least in my opinion having to do with hunting. The top 20 books for hunters and anglers outdoor life. First time hunting stories are the best hunting stories. The top 5 deer and deer hunting stories of 2015 outdoorhub. Weve put together the top 20 hunting and fishing books that are.
I heard the colorado hunting stories, though, told by my fathers friends, and i wanted to travel with them to hunt. Tune in to see one of the best deer farms in the industry. Jan 18, 2018 these hunting stories will make you laugh out loud. If you want to learn how to tell a good hunting story, this is where to start. Its a sampler of the best hunting writers out there. Greatest hunting stories ever told 29 unforgettable tales edited by lamar underwood.
I can only see hunters or people who enjoy outdoors in general reading this book. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc. The hunting story follows human language back to the very beginning. Stupid deer, i said, embarrassed about being startled. May 30, 2012 6 books every whitetail hunter needs to read im an admitted book reading fanatic and the addiction is especially noticeable when it comes to whitetail hunting related reading. Extreme whitetail tactics the big buck serial killers best. Get free classic hunting books downloadable as pdfs daily. This book is rife with great story telling, laughable gaffes, and exciting hunts. I remember when time almost seemed to stand still and it was as if everything in that second changed, and it put me on the path that im on today. To find related research in uni scholarworks, go to the collection of school library studies graduate research papers written by students in the division of school library studies, department of curriculum.
Dec 21, 2011 hunting s best short stories various authors hemingway, quammen, mcgaune, bassall fine writers and all masters of the short story. Oct 31, 2014 there youll find links for literally hundreds of vintage hunting stories, and even complete books, such as teddy roosevelts classic african game trails and good hunting, plus the wonderful book african campfires by stewart e. I was pretty excited about this deer because it was my first in two years of deer hunting, and i saw no deer last. Short stories for young hunters and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. Most may think this book s stories are typical and relate to each other but this is not the case. Bird attack, the hand of god and other funny stories from hunters. Feb 25, 20 the deer hunting book is a wonderful collection of fictional deer hunting short stories for boys and girls interested in the outdoors. Short stories for young hunters michael waguespack on. We love hearing hunting stories almost as much as we love hunting ourselves. More than a dozen of the best hunting books youll ever read. This book is a 300 page, trophyroom collection of hunting storiestagged, bagged, and ready for your reading pleasure.
So, too, is it the case with fine writing about hunting. Where the biggest booner bucks are coming from now deer. Bestselling author steve chapman a look at life from a deer stand, over 230,000 copies sold spins adventuresome hunting tales based on reallife excursions. This, then, was my first journey on the mule deer highway. Funny short story about hunting, hard luck hunters. The alltime greatest hunting, fishing, and camping books. Best outdoor life stories of 2011 with 2011 in the books we take a look back at the 25 best outdoors stories on, including everything from a mystery world record mule deer to a mother bear fighting off a tiger. Click on the links below to read the deer hunting stories. Huntings best short stories various authors hemingway, quammen, mcgaune, bassall fine writers and all masters of the short story. As a child, rinella devoured stories of the american wilderness, especially the. Youll revisit some of steves most memorable moments as well as enjoy allnew, never before published stories. Deer hunting is as complicated and beautiful a sport as has ever been invented, and all that is reflected in the classic essays collected in the deer hunters book. Deer hunters book classic hunting stories powells books.