11/02/2026
“73 years old and my dad kills his biggest buck ever!!!
This buck made an exceptional jump from 2025 to 2026. After filming him in velvet over the summer and getting multiple reconyx trail cam pictures of him over the trophy rock we knew he was going to be one of our number one target bucks. Lucky for us he stayed on his summer pattern just long enough for my dad to make it count on opening day of deer season!
Crazy how this one unfolded. My son Hunter was actually supposed to be the one hunting that night, but was unable to go because he was not feeling well. Dad was super excited when I called him to see if he could go instead. We were a little late getting in the stand because I had to work that day. Everything was going smooth until my dad was halfway up the tree and a doe started blowing. This is typically a dealbreaker early in the season when you are hunting close to bedding areas. I thought to myself , well at least we are in the tree hunting again and kicked back to enjoy the afternoon. About one hour later the buck we were after comes in and dad makes a great 19yd broadside shot. After a storm rolled through we were able to go out as a family and recover him.
It is exactly how God intended it to be and I could not be more happy for my dad. He puts in so much work every season and without a doubt so deserving of this beautiful Whitetail. Congratulations dad! What a way to kick off the 2026 deer season and keep your streak going! 🙌🏻 What a great blessing it was to get to share it with you❤️🙏🏼” - Ty Easley