Great job, some good points I wanna make about you and this hunt. A lot of upcoming hunters think that the newest gear or the fanciest equipment is what makes you a hunt and that is far from the truth. You use a simple bow you only had four arrows, your hunting clothes are not expensive and on your first ny public land hunt you killed your first buck. This is what hunting is all about.
Exactly. I was still killing deer with it year after year... I bought that bow second hand 22 years ago for $200. Retired her last season due to things breaking down and becoming unsafe. This is the last deer I shot with it.
I'm impressed. An excellent video full of respect! Something that is rare amongst young people today. I'm sure your parents are very proud of you. It takes a lot of skill to harvest what looked like a two and a half year old buck on the ground with archery gear. I wish you the best and many more years of hunting success! 👍
I live and hunt in central New York and my daughter in-law grew up in Pleasantville. Before her family relocated to Florida I always wondered how much public lands I passed on the way down and back that I passed. We went down for brunch one time and headed back home late afternoon in September and was driving on rt. 6 the west side of Bear mt. Bridge and one of the biggest whitetails I have ever seen crossed in front of us.. I’m mean he was pushing to make the low end of book.
Thats awesome! Sound like you were over by Harriman State Park which is a huge chunk of public land but doesn't allow hunting :( ... which is why bucks can get so big over there. I've seen a monster over there while hiking.
Great Vid man, from upstate Rensselaer County, looked like plenty of trees to set a stand up on that small ridge line for next year man. Keep up the Vids, please dont go all sponsor on us like others have..
Thanks! ... I noticed a stand in that spot that morning. This was my #3 spot but things worked out great. Trying to fill another tag in a different location now.
@@HigherElevations sure is! i self film also. I partner with Shedding Light Outdoors. I have an OH public land buck on youtube Its called Ohio Public Land Acorn Buck. Check it out if you'd like!
Something jumped off the screen at me and made me smile. You didn’t apologize for killing a “ nice little 8 point “. Please don’t ever lose sight of the enjoyment you felt after seeing that buck die. That’s hunting!!! Don’t waste your limited time as a hunter trying to impress others. Keep up the great work with your channel. I’m impressed with the production and professional of the videos.
Amazing video. I also live in the Hudson Valley and am just starting to look into archery and possibly future public land locations. Giving the channel a follow!
I know your feelings exactly. I waited two years after letting buck after buck walk... waiting on the right one. Times I felt impatient, angry, sorry for myself, and kicking myself for letting bucks walk. When you are on public land and scout and put the work in and nothing pays out for a long time, it turns into a mind game. Then that hunt comes together and you are able to harvest a buck you waited and worked so hard on the feelings are overwhelming and indescribable. We just have to give thanks to God. That was an awesome hunt and awesome buck! I don’t know you, but I am happy for you. Congratulations!
Great buck and video! I hunt and film public ground in PA. Keep up the good work and good luck this year! We are starting to get some big bucks on camera.
That's awesome - Thanks! I'm starting to see some big bucks as well in some new areas I scouting this spring (see my shed hunting video for ref). Lots of filmed hunts planned this fall! Can't wait! and good luck to you and your crew!
Great hunt! I just moved from South Texas to Bronx NY and I am looking for a place to hunt on if anyone has any suggestions or info you can hook me up with I would truly appreciate it! God bless!
Check maps and look for public land. The OnX Hunt app is great for that if you don't have it already. I would be wary of hunting the hudson valley areas because there was a major outbreak of EHD this fall that wiped out thousands of deer. (Putnam, Dutchess, Orange, Ulster). Other than that you should have no problem finding deer no matter where you go. Good Luck!
What cameras and equipment do you use to film? I’d like to start self filming my hunts and this was an incredible way to do so. Phenomenal job and nice deer!!
Thanks! This was shot on a GoPro Hero 7 Black mounted to top of my backpack. The stabilization is great but makes things look super far away because of the wide angle lens. A good set it and forget it camera.
Wow nice, you did a great job, that was one in 1000 to sneak so close in dry leaves. Wind, road noise and skill were all top shelf. What about the injured hoof? Cause?
Thanks!!! ... Not sure on the hoof. Didn't look that bad but he was definitely limping when he got up. When I butchered him I didn't see any other wounds. He could have messed it up on some rocks or something happened while fighting with other buck. Not sure.
Definitely subscribed after seeing the quality of your hunt and video! What a special morning you enjoyed on that beautiful day! Congratulations on harvesting that nice 8pt buck! I hunt Western NY. Now you have me thinking about venturing out to some new public land areas.
This is an awesome video. Good job! My friend is just starting hunting this year, and I'm going to show this to him because you explain everything you're doing in detail. 10/10
I’ve had the opportunity to walk the woods of new York pretty much from one end to the other over the years. It’s amazing to me how distinct each region is in character. One common detail is that upstate New York is one of the most uniquely beautiful regions in the nation. Thanks for pointing out a little piece of that treasure.
Yeah, it's completely different from others area of New England that I've hunted (VT, ME & MA). A lot of the fun is unlocking how the animals use the landscape.
This is the kind of hunt videos I like real everyday hunter hunting normal Everyday woods shooting a realistic gorgeous animal not some advertising doctored up video shooting some rediculously to huge animal Just fantastic video hunt and backstory ma man
Awesome video! Love public land NY hunting. What is your camera setup? Been trying to get that same view during my hunts but does not compare to yours.
Thanks man! ... This was shot using a GoPro Hero 7 mounted to my backpack. If you go that route, just get a large SD card (128GB) and a couple of extra batteries and just let it roll.
dude, what an awesome video. Really great footage of real hunting and real emotions. I am also an upstate NY hunter myself. Such a great video to watch and will be sharing with friends for sure. Congrats on your beautiful NY buck!
Thanks man! Glad I had the camera rolling to capture it all. We've got a lot of filmed hunts planned this year so stay tuned and subscribe if you haven't. Best of luck this season to you and your crew!
Congratulations! Good clean, fun day of hunting that turned out to be a good, clean harvest! What fun!! Nice shot! Good luck out there. Take care and God bless. -Love from NH
Most state forests allow hunting. Look in your area on google maps or try using the app OnX (hunting app) and look for state / public land. Then research those chunks to see what the rules and regulations are for hunting, if any... I had to get a free permit for the woods I hunt, which is archery only.
I usually hunt from a stand but I'm thinking about trying more ground hunting w my bow. Carrying a climber stand around and setting it up just becomes work after a while. I'm over it. 😂
Yeah, if you play your cards right it can work out but it definitely isn't easy... have you considered trying saddle hunting? We'll be doing some saddle videos on our channel this season for the same reason - sick of lugging stands around and being limited.
Just watched a couple of your videos. They are awesome and keep me entertained throughout. Your fly fishing one especially had a really cool vibe to it. I'm new into filming and made my first two videos this year! It'd be cool if you could check them out and maybe give some feedback? I plan to continue filming outdoors videos for years to come. Once again man, great work! Keep It up!
I had a piece of wood that went to the bottom of the pack and stuck out the top to clamp my Gopro to. I've since switched to a frame pack and made a DIY mount and now use a 360 camera.
Thanks man! We're filming TONS of hunts this year. Going to be filming / hunting three States, NY (Western & Eastern), MA, & VT. So make sure to subscribe and follow along. And best of luck to you and your crew!
Great video, I own land in Chenango county NY & have yet to arrow a buck on that property in 30 years! Not for lack of deer, just being selective & patient- hunt other states where I do get opportunities so let the NY bucks grow up. Good luck on your future hunts!
I understand where you are coming from... but I'm mainly hunting for meat and this is the first legitimate opportunity I had all season up to this point. It took a lot of work to get to here and I'm super grateful. The antler size does not matter to me. Didn't want to take any changes. Next season my goal is to get a doe early then spend the rest of the seasons going after a 4 1/2 or better for the challenge, not for the bragging rights.
@@HigherElevations Absolutely hear you. That was a great buck hunt on public land, realistic for the area. A 4 1/2 year old may be a tall order! Great video, I didn't mean any disrespect.
Great video!! I live out in western ny... that's a nice looking public land buck!! His bedding spot was classic...watching the highway below him, was the wind coming over the top of the hill? Was there no wind and you had the thermal working for you?
Thanks!! Yeah wind was in my favor the whole morning... Which is why I thought might be worth it to sneak to the rigde to have a peak. So glad the way things worked out! It was perfect 👌
@@HigherElevations We have always wanted to try different parts of the state, we are up on the Canadian border in St. Lawrence county.....Nice buck though congrats
@@Hunterdailyupstateny Nice big country up there! Yeah this state has all kinds of terrain. Anything from flat farmland to steep mountains. It's not the best here but you can find deer no matter where you are - that's what's so great about whitetail. Best of luck this season!
Beautiful hunt. From the looks of the forest and terrain with dogs walkers, traffic etc, I'd guess you were hunting a multiple use area/ state land in southeastern NY???
Yeah that's correct. You'd think the deer would be deep in the forest but most of the sign is near roads and houses were there is more different types of vegetation and cover.
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Great job, some good points I wanna make about you and this hunt. A lot of upcoming hunters think that the newest gear or the fanciest equipment is what makes you a hunt and that is far from the truth. You use a simple bow you only had four arrows, your hunting clothes are not expensive and on your first ny public land hunt you killed your first buck. This is what hunting is all about.
Exactly. I was still killing deer with it year after year... I bought that bow second hand 22 years ago for $200. Retired her last season due to things breaking down and becoming unsafe. This is the last deer I shot with it.
I'm impressed. An excellent video full of respect! Something that is rare amongst young people today. I'm sure your parents are very proud of you. It takes a lot of skill to harvest what looked like a two and a half year old buck on the ground with archery gear. I wish you the best and many more years of hunting success! 👍
Thank you!
Well done! It is awesome to capture that experience on film and share it. Anytime you can watch a buck doing his own thing is amazing.
Thanks! Yeah it was a special hunt. Glad to be able to capture it on film.
That's awsome. It's not easy to spot and stalk a buck with the bow on NY public land. Great job !
Thank you!
New York deer hunting;
America's best keep secret.
Congrats.
Thanks! Best of luck this season!
Nice ....love Channel
Awesome thanks!
Love your excitement. Good work bro.
Thank you!
I live and hunt in central New York and my daughter in-law grew up in Pleasantville. Before her family relocated to Florida I always wondered how much public lands I passed on the way down and back that I passed. We went down for brunch one time and headed back home late afternoon in September and was driving on rt. 6 the west side of Bear mt. Bridge and one of the biggest whitetails I have ever seen crossed in front of us.. I’m mean he was pushing to make the low end of book.
Thats awesome! Sound like you were over by Harriman State Park which is a huge chunk of public land but doesn't allow hunting :( ... which is why bucks can get so big over there. I've seen a monster over there while hiking.
Yea, that's the issue. Lots of public land down in the southern parts of the state either don't allow or heavily restrict hunting.
Super cool hunt!!!! That sucker was bedded right next to the road!!!
Thanks! Yeah, I had a feeling he might be down there after doing some scouting in that area a few days prior to the hunt. Hiding in plain sight.
Higher Elevations cool hunt congrats!!!!
Great Vid man, from upstate Rensselaer County, looked like plenty of trees to set a stand up on that small ridge line for next year man. Keep up the Vids, please dont go all sponsor on us like others have..
Thanks! ... I noticed a stand in that spot that morning. This was my #3 spot but things worked out great. Trying to fill another tag in a different location now.
Nice job! I’m happy for you to let an arrow fly after so long!
Thanks! Definitely worth the hard work 👍
@@HigherElevations sure is! i self film also.
I partner with Shedding Light Outdoors.
I have an OH public land buck on youtube
Its called Ohio Public Land Acorn Buck.
Check it out if you'd like!
Very nice thanks for sharing, im from new york, my whole life. Yeah we got a couple nice deer here.
Yeah definitely!
That’s incredible, glad you caught this on camera. Can’t be easy to do. I’m finally about to hunt upstate ny this year(bow). Can’t wait.
Awesome! Good luck!
Great job man, and nice buck!
Thanks!
Well done, young man. Emotions run high in this sport of ours. Congratulations.
Thank you! The whole thing was a bit surreal.
Awesome video. Heading to NY tomorrow to get ready for gun season
Awesome! Rut is kicked in and the weather looks great. Good luck!
@@HigherElevations good luck to you as well
Another great video 👍. I used to hunt turkeys there not too far from the bridge.
Thanks! I tried my hand at turkey hunting this spring with a bow... let's just say next season I'm bringing a shotgun :)
Something jumped off the screen at me and made me smile. You didn’t apologize for killing a “ nice little 8 point “. Please don’t ever lose sight of the enjoyment you felt after seeing that buck die. That’s hunting!!! Don’t waste your limited time as a hunter trying to impress others. Keep up the great work with your channel. I’m impressed with the production and professional of the videos.
Thanks Bill! I really appreciate that!
great video sir , more videos plz. even if its just scouting new hunting areas in new york
Thanks! Yeah, I need to get better at simple "blog" type videos to have more frequent content for you guys... Lots of big bow hunting plans this Fall.
Amazing video. I also live in the Hudson Valley and am just starting to look into archery and possibly future public land locations. Giving the channel a follow!
Nice! Thanks for the subscription. And best of luck!
I know your feelings exactly. I waited two years after letting buck after buck walk... waiting on the right one. Times I felt impatient, angry, sorry for myself, and kicking myself for letting bucks walk. When you are on public land and scout and put the work in and nothing pays out for a long time, it turns into a mind game. Then that hunt comes together and you are able to harvest a buck you waited and worked so hard on the feelings are overwhelming and indescribable. We just have to give thanks to God. That was an awesome hunt and awesome buck! I don’t know you, but I am happy for you. Congratulations!
Thank you very much! You said it! It's all worth it when it pays off ... persistence is always rewarded.
Excellent production. Please see the WatchOutForUs channel vid of a big 8 pointer right in downtown Albany, NY
Thanks!
Great buck and video! I hunt and film public ground in PA. Keep up the good work and good luck this year! We are starting to get some big bucks on camera.
That's awesome - Thanks! I'm starting to see some big bucks as well in some new areas I scouting this spring (see my shed hunting video for ref). Lots of filmed hunts planned this fall! Can't wait! and good luck to you and your crew!
Great spot & stork!
Beautiful buck, they don’t come easy with the bow. Good for you
Thanks! This is one of my favorite hunts. So glad I caught it on camera and can share the experience.
Great filming and editing. Getting the job done from the ground! Congratulations!
Thank you!
Great hunt! I just moved from South Texas to Bronx NY and I am looking for a place to hunt on if anyone has any suggestions or info you can hook me up with I would truly appreciate it! God bless!
Check maps and look for public land. The OnX Hunt app is great for that if you don't have it already. I would be wary of hunting the hudson valley areas because there was a major outbreak of EHD this fall that wiped out thousands of deer. (Putnam, Dutchess, Orange, Ulster). Other than that you should have no problem finding deer no matter where you go. Good Luck!
What cameras and equipment do you use to film? I’d like to start self filming my hunts and this was an incredible way to do so. Phenomenal job and nice deer!!
Thanks! This was shot on a GoPro Hero 7 Black mounted to top of my backpack. The stabilization is great but makes things look super far away because of the wide angle lens. A good set it and forget it camera.
Wow nice, you did a great job, that was one in 1000 to sneak so close in dry leaves. Wind, road noise and skill were all top shelf. What about the injured hoof? Cause?
Thanks!!! ... Not sure on the hoof. Didn't look that bad but he was definitely limping when he got up. When I butchered him I didn't see any other wounds. He could have messed it up on some rocks or something happened while fighting with other buck. Not sure.
Definitely subscribed after seeing the quality of your hunt and video! What a special morning you enjoyed on that beautiful day! Congratulations on harvesting that nice 8pt buck! I hunt Western NY. Now you have me thinking about venturing out to some new public land areas.
Thanks for the subscription and kind words Peter!
This is an awesome video. Good job! My friend is just starting hunting this year, and I'm going to show this to him because you explain everything you're doing in detail. 10/10
Awesome! Best of luck to him this fall!
Well done sir. The hunt and the video. New sub
Is that the Northway and a glimpse of Champlain or more south in Teconic or Hudson valley?
Thank you! ... It's the Hudson valley
I’ve had the opportunity to walk the woods of new York pretty much from one end to the other over the years. It’s amazing to me how distinct each region is in character. One common detail is that upstate New York is one of the most uniquely beautiful regions in the nation. Thanks for pointing out a little piece of that treasure.
Yeah, it's completely different from others area of New England that I've hunted (VT, ME & MA). A lot of the fun is unlocking how the animals use the landscape.
Give a shout if you’d like to try the sw corner sometime. Have a great season and the holidays too!
Awesome thanks! You too!
Congratulations. Nice job all around 👍
Thanks!
This is the kind of hunt videos I like real everyday hunter hunting normal
Everyday woods shooting a realistic gorgeous animal not some advertising doctored up video shooting some rediculously to huge animal
Just fantastic video hunt and backstory ma man
Thanks Jason! Hope you've had an enjoyable so far
@@HigherElevations I indeed have
Good to hear!
Awesome job! Great shot. Really enjoyed that video.
Thanks! So glad I had the camera rolling :D
Awesome video! Love public land NY hunting.
What is your camera setup? Been trying to get that same view during my hunts but does not compare to yours.
Thanks man! ... This was shot using a GoPro Hero 7 mounted to my backpack. If you go that route, just get a large SD card (128GB) and a couple of extra batteries and just let it roll.
Congratulations,nice little buck.
Thanks!
Way to keep at it! Got my first buck this year. Old 9 pointer. Sure is a nice feeling.
That's awesome! Congrats!
dude, what an awesome video. Really great footage of real hunting and real emotions. I am also an upstate NY hunter myself. Such a great video to watch and will be sharing with friends for sure. Congrats on your beautiful NY buck!
Thanks man! Glad I had the camera rolling to capture it all. We've got a lot of filmed hunts planned this year so stay tuned and subscribe if you haven't. Best of luck this season to you and your crew!
@@HigherElevations best of luck to you as well! where are you out of?
In the Hudson Valley area. Grew up in VT.
Cherokee style awesome stuff!
Thanks Jake! It is one of my favorite hunts.
nice stalk and congrats on the success
Thanks! Feels good
Awesome job, I’m from Woodbury and that isn’t a bad buck for around here! Subscribed!
Thanks!
Congratulations! Good clean, fun day of hunting that turned out to be a good, clean harvest! What fun!! Nice shot! Good luck out there. Take care and God bless. -Love from NH
Thank you! Best of luck this season!
Nice buck. Nice old PSE
Thanks! I had to finally retire her after 20 years of service.
Bravo! Great hunting and superb video. I hope to see more for you as this was very enjoyable.
Thanks man! Big plans this fall. Stay tuned for lots of hunt. Best of luck this season to you and your crew!
Im a new yorker tying to get into hunting, where do you hunt public land at?
Most state forests allow hunting. Look in your area on google maps or try using the app OnX (hunting app) and look for state / public land. Then research those chunks to see what the rules and regulations are for hunting, if any... I had to get a free permit for the woods I hunt, which is archery only.
Nice job and nice old bow keeping it real thank you
Thanks! She has since been retired. Last deer she killed. Glad I got it on film.
@@HigherElevations Thats awsome I to hunt public land in NY its rough
@@ronnygunsalus3533 Sure is. Best of luck to you this season! knock 'em down
Awesome video! Try the public land on Long Island if your from Woodbury or get permission for some East End giants. Great video!
Thanks man! I'll be looking into some new areas for next season, for sure!
Nice work Lad!
Thank you!
I usually hunt from a stand but I'm thinking about trying more ground hunting w my bow. Carrying a climber stand around and setting it up just becomes work after a while. I'm over it. 😂
Yeah, if you play your cards right it can work out but it definitely isn't easy... have you considered trying saddle hunting? We'll be doing some saddle videos on our channel this season for the same reason - sick of lugging stands around and being limited.
Awesome job
Thank you!
Nice deer!
Thanks! I was pretty proud of this one
Congratulations, nice buck ! Hudson and Fahnestock can be tough, well done
Thanks! Yeah, gotta do the research
What county was this in? We live in Jefferson County, New York.
I'm down in Dutchess
BIG RUBS!
Yes sir! Follow the sign!
That was awesome! Liked how composed you were b4 and after the shot!
Thank you! I felt present during the whole experience. So glad I was able to capture it.
Wow, congratulations and you filmed it 👍
Thanks! Yeah - glad I had the camera rolling
That was a great stalk and shot, nicely done. And a short drag to the road?
Ha yeah that was the icing on the cake 😂
Hey just came across you channel great video and fellow NY Hunter and self filmer congrats on the nice buck!
Thanks man!
Just watched a couple of your videos. They are awesome and keep me entertained throughout. Your fly fishing one especially had a really cool vibe to it. I'm new into filming and made my first two videos this year! It'd be cool if you could check them out and maybe give some feedback? I plan to continue filming outdoors videos for years to come. Once again man, great work! Keep It up!
Hey I live in the Hudson valley was curious what town this was in congrats nice buck and video
Thanks - In NY I hunt the Hudson Highlands State Park
@@HigherElevations yo i knew that's where you were follow @ilovenythismuch on ig
What did ya use to rig your camera on ur back?
I had a piece of wood that went to the bottom of the pack and stuck out the top to clamp my Gopro to. I've since switched to a frame pack and made a DIY mount and now use a 360 camera.
Great video man. Nice job!
Thank you!
Good job congratulations!!
Thanks!
Watching this from deleware county
Nice! I bet you guys have some decent whitetail and habitat over there.
Higher Elevations yes we do, plenty of public land to go around
Great job. Congratulations
Thanks!
Love the video!
Thanks man! We're filming TONS of hunts this year. Going to be filming / hunting three States, NY (Western & Eastern), MA, & VT. So make sure to subscribe and follow along. And best of luck to you and your crew!
That was a sweet spot an stalk!!!!
Thanks!
Great video, I own land in Chenango county NY & have yet to arrow a buck on that property in 30 years! Not for lack of deer, just being selective & patient- hunt other states where I do get opportunities so let the NY bucks grow up. Good luck on your future hunts!
I understand where you are coming from... but I'm mainly hunting for meat and this is the first legitimate opportunity I had all season up to this point. It took a lot of work to get to here and I'm super grateful. The antler size does not matter to me. Didn't want to take any changes. Next season my goal is to get a doe early then spend the rest of the seasons going after a 4 1/2 or better for the challenge, not for the bragging rights.
@@HigherElevations Absolutely hear you. That was a great buck hunt on public land, realistic for the area. A 4 1/2 year old may be a tall order! Great video, I didn't mean any disrespect.
Thanks! Yeah 4 1/2 in Mass, not NY.
Awesome congrats
Thanks!!
Great video!! I live out in western ny... that's a nice looking public land buck!! His bedding spot was classic...watching the highway below him, was the wind coming over the top of the hill? Was there no wind and you had the thermal working for you?
Thanks!! Yeah wind was in my favor the whole morning... Which is why I thought might be worth it to sneak to the rigde to have a peak. So glad the way things worked out! It was perfect 👌
was that on Long Island?
No but from what I hear Long Island holds some decent bucks if you can get permission to hunt them
Wooo!
Where is this?
Unit 3N
Where about's in New York are you from?
Hudson Valley
@@HigherElevations We have always wanted to try different parts of the state, we are up on the Canadian border in St. Lawrence county.....Nice buck though congrats
@@Hunterdailyupstateny Nice big country up there! Yeah this state has all kinds of terrain. Anything from flat farmland to steep mountains. It's not the best here but you can find deer no matter where you are - that's what's so great about whitetail. Best of luck this season!
Where in ny u from ??
Currently living in Beacon
@@HigherElevations neighbors I'm close by you got ig?
Yep! @higher.elevations
Beautiful hunt. From the looks of the forest and terrain with dogs walkers, traffic etc, I'd guess you were hunting a multiple use area/ state land in southeastern NY???
Yeah that's correct. You'd think the deer would be deep in the forest but most of the sign is near roads and houses were there is more different types of vegetation and cover.