California Turkey Hunting with Rue Mapp | S1E06 | On the Hunt

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  • Опубликовано: 18 окт 2024
  • On this episode, Janis is joined by his friend Rue Mapp, Founder and CEO of Outdoor Afro, for an early season turkey hunt in California. Rue takes Janis to her old childhood stomping grounds for an opportunity to see where it all began and what inspired her to live a life of outdoor adventures.
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Комментарии • 202

  • @LordViettner
    @LordViettner 2 года назад +118

    her gun safety is on point, and what a shot! well done Rue :D

    • @ruemapp1409
      @ruemapp1409 2 года назад +18

      Thank you. Means a lot that people like you noticed that part of the experience too.

    • @johnzigler9780
      @johnzigler9780 2 года назад +2

      SERIOUSLY the whole time im watching im saying the same thing this woman is amazing....... i have been trying for years to get on one......congrats amazing hunt

  • @jimcurrie4031
    @jimcurrie4031 2 года назад +79

    I’m always amazed at the emotion displayed by first time hunters when they kill their first animal. It is visceral in so many ways. Guiding new hunters is one of my favourite activities. Well done Folks.

    • @ehtikhet
      @ehtikhet 2 года назад

      It’s primal hey? The meat eater crew are well versed in the art but they don’t fetishise the pursuit for newcomers, it’s very honest. If predation is something you are aware of and are curious about it’s many facets and how they relate to the outdoors, this is how it’s done.

  • @andygoodson2399
    @andygoodson2399 2 года назад +46

    First: congrats, Rue! Second: I love these shows where you show the reality of hunting, mistakes and all. They are my favorites!

  • @thomasbrissee3251
    @thomasbrissee3251 Год назад +2

    I'm an OTR truck driver so I have a lot of time to listen to podcasts and MEater is about 90% of what I listen to. I have been in the woods and lakes since I was less than a year old and it is truly my calm and foundation. The podcast with Rue is one of my favorites from the standpoint of hearing her story and work with Outdoor Afro. The MeatEater content shows us the gamut of humans, personalities, experiences and learning about each other as humans. It's love of the natural world around us and sharing that world with each other.A beautiful thing. Congrats Rue and Janis and MEater for a great show and shared experience. Peace to all humans and keep sharing.

  • @macewak2051
    @macewak2051 2 года назад +93

    Janis running for the turkey is the fastest I’ve seen anyone on Meateater move on their own before, golden moment

    • @CS-hy8ey
      @CS-hy8ey 2 года назад +1

      I wonder if he was standing there in a sprinter stance before the shot

    • @ethanmccurley2735
      @ethanmccurley2735 2 года назад

      Shoulda been running that quick the first shot obviously needed to get on that turkey fast the way he acted

    • @ruemapp1409
      @ruemapp1409 2 года назад

      I know, right!? Not taking a chance on that third bird!

    • @janisputelis440
      @janisputelis440 2 года назад +11

      I will forever sprint after every turkey I see shot!

    • @cheddercaveman
      @cheddercaveman 2 года назад

      Apparently you've never seen the clip of Steve getting chased by a moose!

  • @brownsound545
    @brownsound545 2 года назад +20

    Thank you for shining light on outdoor Afro!!!!! Rue is an amazing human being.

  • @keithkempenich6401
    @keithkempenich6401 2 года назад +26

    Wonderful episode! I'm always stoked to see people of color getting involved in hunting and she seems like a real champion for the cause. Its also really special to see that emotional moment of coming up on the kill, I'm sure most of us can relate to that feeling of gratitude and remorse and it always makes me so glad to see people who take that moment of reflection and thanks. We shouldn't ever taking killing lightly and seeing others who also give that moment its due reverence gives me so much hope for the future of our sport.

  • @aparson2967
    @aparson2967 2 года назад +29

    Hunting with Rue should be a Meat Eater special every few months.
    Cool lady.

  • @jamesallwardt8684
    @jamesallwardt8684 2 года назад +7

    This is by far one of my favorite episodes of MeatEater. The mentoring and pursuit were phenomenal. She knew the gun handling and Janis knew the hunting. Stunning.

  • @jchris3841
    @jchris3841 2 года назад +13

    That brought a tear to my eye seeing it all come together. That’s what hunting is all about: highs, lows, comradery, beautiful scenery and beautiful animals.

  • @holderch1
    @holderch1 2 года назад +7

    Great episode! Loved Rue’s attitude and her ability to keep going despite the early setbacks.

  • @davehrbacek7600
    @davehrbacek7600 2 года назад +12

    This was one of the best hunting videos I have ever seen. Watching Rue’s excitement and emotion was just priceless. What a great idea to film her and her hunt! One of many reasons I love Meateater. Congratulations, Rue! Way to go! Hope to see you on another episode and welcome to turkey hunting! I think you’re hooked for life!

  • @OutdoorsDadBC
    @OutdoorsDadBC 2 года назад +41

    Love this episode. One of my favorite from the MeatEater crew. Nice to see some representation and forward thinking, with someone who truly honours the wild of the animal. Beautiful Hunt Guys!

    • @spacecat86
      @spacecat86 2 года назад

      representation? forward thinking? what?

    • @OutdoorsDadBC
      @OutdoorsDadBC 2 года назад

      @@spacecat86 oh sorry, it's ok, you can go back under your rock. It seems fun in there!

  • @andymicka9065
    @andymicka9065 2 года назад +8

    Fantastic show!!! My cousin was a one time anti hunter. I had the great pleasure of taking her on her first turkey hunt this year.

  • @gewoneou4719
    @gewoneou4719 2 года назад +2

    "Moment of thanks" - true hunter's spirit & respect for the animal. Well done Rue!

  • @elktough777
    @elktough777 Год назад +1

    Well earned and deserved turkey right there. Great example of the highs and lows of turkey hunting

  • @osmanahmed8615
    @osmanahmed8615 2 года назад +18

    Pure emotions that only a true hunter can understand

  • @roger5322
    @roger5322 2 года назад +5

    Rue you earned that one. That's why turkeys are so special. And so are you!!

  • @dwightlindahl1765
    @dwightlindahl1765 2 года назад +5

    Where to begin?
    The struggles and lessons learned along the way are such great teachers in life. What is lightly gained is lightly esteemed or however that saying goes. Was not expecting the video to be so moving. Found myself towards the end thinking, damnation working so hard and with having two gut punches like that is so hard to recover from. Felt the emotion and struggle. Was feeling like it wasn't going to happen, but kept hoping it would. And then it did, awesomesauce! The perseverance was commendable!
    Admitting mistakes as a mentor isn't an easy pill to swallow, but Janis owned up to them. And Rue could've throat punched him for not getting up and running that first one down right away. But as a team they worked through the adversity and preserved. There's a lot our country could learn from these two who on the surface look different, but underneath are the same. Two gracious human beings bonding in the great outdoors.
    The wild and free comment followed by the taste their freedom is a perfect description of what hunting is all about. We as a group of hunters absolutely need more ambassadors like Rue and Janis. What beautiful souls. Congrats on navigating the challenges along the way to a great bird. Hope it's the first of many more to come.
    P.S. Rue should teach gun safety to most middle aged men who are way to sloppy with muzzle control and making d@m sure that chamber is empty.

    • @ruemapp1409
      @ruemapp1409 2 года назад +1

      Thank you Dwight for your generous and thoughtful comments - such an incredible experience I’ll always be grateful to have.

  • @kennyv.7247
    @kennyv.7247 Год назад +2

    Wasn't expecting to find that episode so entertaining, and fulfilling. Great job, Rue! You're not just breaking the mold, you're smashing it. Keep up the work you do. The world can only benefit

  • @rodneyalaking8241
    @rodneyalaking8241 2 года назад +5

    The two loudest noises ever are a click when you expect a boom and a boom when you expect a click.

  • @nickjacob5539
    @nickjacob5539 2 года назад +23

    Janis ran for that turkey faster than Steve ran from the charging moose lol

  • @brandtdetmers4712
    @brandtdetmers4712 2 года назад +1

    Great segment Janis! I love Rue’s attitude and respect she shares for the outdoors. You could feel her emotions and I can relate to her enthusiasm for one of life’s greatest pursuits!

  • @matthewhampton5138
    @matthewhampton5138 2 года назад +8

    Badass! The hardest/frustrating hunts are the most painful and rewarding! Great job both of you!

  • @richardandjayneconning7746
    @richardandjayneconning7746 2 года назад +7

    I'm really impressed by her gun safety, many forget about it in the heat of the moment.

  • @skeetermalcolm1655
    @skeetermalcolm1655 2 года назад +4

    Janis thank you for showing rue about turkey hunting man , congrats rue on a beautiful Bird

  • @SIGMACH1
    @SIGMACH1 2 года назад +2

    Turkey hunting is addictive! Good for her! I hope she looks forward to spring season like I do.

  • @michaelmann101
    @michaelmann101 2 года назад +21

    I once thought that NO ONE COULD REPLACE STEVE...... I WAS WRONG. I STILL LOVE THE WAY STEVE TELLS A STORY BUT JANIS.... YOU'RE HOLDING YOUR OWN. GREAT VIDEO AND CONGRATULATIONS YOUNG LADY ON A NICE BIRD.

    • @amazudavidson1800
      @amazudavidson1800 2 года назад

      What happened to steve

    • @orangeade5
      @orangeade5 2 года назад +2

      @@amazudavidson1800 he passed away when he realized Brody was beating him at trivia

    • @amazudavidson1800
      @amazudavidson1800 2 года назад

      Please don't scare me, what do you mean by passed away... He's Dead?

    • @orangeade5
      @orangeade5 2 года назад +1

      @@amazudavidson1800 no he just passed away

    • @orangeade5
      @orangeade5 2 года назад +1

      @@amazudavidson1800 …to fourth place base on his own metrics

  • @PerfectoM
    @PerfectoM 2 года назад +13

    I agree with things mentioned on this video on many of levels. I really appreciate you guys posting this video. Great work and congrats!

  • @thenati2938
    @thenati2938 2 года назад +5

    Love the series. I do wish you would ate the end. I miss you guys creating wild dishes on the trail.

  • @ccvannocker
    @ccvannocker 2 года назад +2

    Janis, The best, thank you for this. Always great to see a first time hunter. Thanks to all the Meat Eater Crew!

  • @briangregory9609
    @briangregory9609 2 года назад +5

    Awesome. Congratulations
    Great to see a fresh new perspective turkey hunter

  • @RBaca
    @RBaca Год назад +1

    great episode Rue is awesome great harvest.

  • @strydershadow391
    @strydershadow391 2 года назад +4

    Rue was awesome. Looks like a great new turkey hunter is born.

  • @andrewkiminki6841
    @andrewkiminki6841 2 года назад

    Janis helping and teaching new people hunting is the best content from any hunting or fishing show there is. Doesn't judge only helps and explains his knowledge of what he knows about every situation really amazing!!!

  • @ritchiehostetter8232
    @ritchiehostetter8232 2 года назад +7

    This was a really good video. It is pretty cool to show someone a different life style. How precious nature really is.awsome video keep them coming

    • @ruemapp1409
      @ruemapp1409 2 года назад +1

      I hope we can inspire others - thank you!

  • @AussieInCA11
    @AussieInCA11 Год назад

    So good to get to see the trials and tribulations that is hunting.
    So often we only get to see the success, not the work and tough mistakes that lead up to it. Really enjoyed it!

  • @jaredfoote30000
    @jaredfoote30000 Год назад

    Breathtaking to see such a beautiful woman in a beautiful country taking a beautiful animal and shedding tears of joy after long hard work.

  • @nextdive
    @nextdive Год назад

    Amazing episode! Rue is such an awesome person!! Amazing hunt!! Rue needs to be on more episodes! ❤❤

  • @fubar1807
    @fubar1807 2 года назад +2

    Rue has better muzzle awareness and gun safety than most folks on TV. Well done!

    • @ruemapp1409
      @ruemapp1409 2 года назад +1

      thanks for noticing Austin - means a lot

  • @MattVavrochFishing
    @MattVavrochFishing 2 года назад +2

    Freaking love it! Bringing new opportunities to different communities is so awesome!

  • @alanbecker3791
    @alanbecker3791 2 года назад +4

    I absolutely love this one she did an amazing job very exciting to watch

  • @khesrof1986
    @khesrof1986 2 года назад

    Beautiful stuff. Training. Mentoring. Learning. Execution. And patience as they do it.

  • @jeremyblackwater439
    @jeremyblackwater439 2 года назад +5

    Almost teared up watching this episode 💪🏾 great hunt

  • @StriderBowhunting
    @StriderBowhunting 2 года назад

    One of my favorite hunt videos in recent years! awesome. Great work Rue

  • @ILikeCatsMoreThanILikeYou
    @ILikeCatsMoreThanILikeYou 2 года назад +2

    Ok....there's no WAY she's 50 year old. She looks amazing. Awesome to see this lovely lady with an amazing attitude towards nature.

  • @ELCO21
    @ELCO21 2 года назад

    Turkey hunting is some of the most frustrating, yet rewarding bird hunts I've ever been on.

  • @stacyloertscher7619
    @stacyloertscher7619 2 года назад

    Loved this so much. She is amazing. Loved her gratitude and her attitude

  • @kennystephens1516
    @kennystephens1516 5 месяцев назад

    Dang,I was rooting for her ,she didn't make any mistakes we all haven't made,awsome job!!!

  • @chrisfuller2667
    @chrisfuller2667 2 года назад +1

    Good job of showing the lows and highs of the hunt.

  • @mynameisnotyours888
    @mynameisnotyours888 2 года назад +3

    Rue u r making the outdoors work for so many darling ur beautiful loved this episode

  • @michaelswenson8399
    @michaelswenson8399 2 года назад +2

    It only took once for me to learn. You always get up and run to the flopping bird! The one time you think “oh I smoked him!” Is the one that gets up and takes off.

  • @hockey4life116
    @hockey4life116 2 года назад +3

    Love your videos guys I watch your Netflix show to keep making better hunters

  • @MetalBuddhaHead
    @MetalBuddhaHead 2 года назад +2

    Really enjoyed this episode! Thanks Meateater ✌️🤘

  • @jasoncook7836
    @jasoncook7836 2 года назад

    So happy for the journey she raking and sharing with others. Truly inspiring

  • @michaelboyle9512
    @michaelboyle9512 2 года назад

    Rue I'm so glad you got 1! This episode had a lot of anticipation.

  • @boyera24
    @boyera24 2 года назад

    Great episode team. The more outdoorsmen and women the better. Super happy for Rue! Congrats girl

  • @andrewkiminki6841
    @andrewkiminki6841 2 года назад

    These are easily the best episodes.

  • @cooperjohnstad7913
    @cooperjohnstad7913 2 года назад +2

    Amazing episode! So thoughtful and important

  • @JesseBadger
    @JesseBadger 2 года назад

    Very cool, Janis! Love to see experienced hunters pass it on…

  • @johnnysaechao6218
    @johnnysaechao6218 2 года назад +1

    Congratulations Rue! Many more turkeys to come 👍

  • @jasono5294
    @jasono5294 2 года назад

    Great work on so many levels! Welcome Rue! Love what your about!

  • @ratta_tat
    @ratta_tat 2 года назад +2

    Fantastic ep! Nice looking bird. Looks like we've got a new turkey hunter!

  • @AirronRath
    @AirronRath Год назад +1

    Congrats Rue! I bet that bird was delicious

  • @ducslayer
    @ducslayer 2 года назад +3

    Very nice to see how safet she is with her weapon.

  • @headybud
    @headybud 2 года назад

    Well earned turkey. Great hunt,kudos to Janis being a good turkey mentor

  • @gerardo2415
    @gerardo2415 2 года назад

    Love at the beginning when she mentioned getting away and releasing our pressure valve. Thats exactly how I feel. Would love hunting and a big property to be my every day life.

  • @finandarrow
    @finandarrow 2 года назад +3

    Hey Steve! Huge fan! Because of you I got out and finally went turkey hunting! Got my brother a stud and shot on myself! So thankful for you and your team!

  • @tapeglue8315
    @tapeglue8315 2 года назад

    Respect Rue and Janis! Great episode.

  • @ajorelli6875
    @ajorelli6875 2 года назад +2

    Great hunt and story !

  • @robertburke2804
    @robertburke2804 2 года назад +1

    Rue you need to meet Sue, you two be very cool. Great episode btw and I didnt have my
    shotgun in battery on a turkey hunt. Chucked the round out while the turkey passed behind a tree and then whacked it…
    We all have those things happen and lose birds because you think you stoned it…
    Keep it up and check out Natural Verde for her similar life experiences… Right now shes getting back from hangin with Inuits chase polar bears!

  • @donaldconroy4511
    @donaldconroy4511 2 года назад +4

    That would be my dream home, and like her I think if everyone would experience that "pressure valve" the world would be a better place

  • @shilohwallaby617
    @shilohwallaby617 2 года назад +1

    YANNI WITH THE SPEED.
    Congrats Rue!

  • @COOPERSCICHILDS
    @COOPERSCICHILDS 2 года назад +2

    Awesome video great footage excellent work 👍🏿

  • @scottd41069
    @scottd41069 2 года назад

    Just another great video from MeatEater is all. The direction, dedication and effort from this Alpha group is phenomenal. Would love to hook up for a hunt one day with this group of die hard conservation loving outdoorsmen and women! Keep up the good work fellow enthusiasts.

  • @MrRyanmcmahon
    @MrRyanmcmahon 2 года назад

    Good hunt Rue, Well done

  • @snapcrack55
    @snapcrack55 2 года назад +1

    Everyone: Awesome job!
    Matt R: grrrrrr!

  • @_israelpizana
    @_israelpizana 2 года назад

    The best experience as a first time hunter is that of failure and mistakes
    You learn quickly the realities of it and learn to appreciate successful and good hunts that much more

  • @txsoutdoors
    @txsoutdoors 2 года назад

    Fantastic episode! Love it!!

  • @mynameisnotyours888
    @mynameisnotyours888 2 года назад +1

    Y’all did great thank u for sharing

  • @elkhunter76
    @elkhunter76 2 года назад

    Great video! Congrats Rue!

  • @jayyoung6522
    @jayyoung6522 2 года назад +1

    Great job Rue

  • @PrenticeDanner
    @PrenticeDanner 2 года назад

    Hell yeah, Rue. Great hunt!

  • @isaacjamesbaker
    @isaacjamesbaker 2 года назад +3

    This was such a heartwarming episode!

  • @hughten
    @hughten 2 года назад

    I can hear Steve now, "She earned that hunt." Glad she didn't easily killed that bird on the first day. She definitely earned the one she got. Much respect to her. And much respect to Meateater for bringing hunting content that is not just solely about the kill. The human element and story is much more fulfilling and reward.

  • @joanneganon7157
    @joanneganon7157 2 года назад

    Nicely Done Rue 💥🙌.
    And Janis 👊.
    JO JO IN VT 😆💕

  • @patrickferrie5895
    @patrickferrie5895 2 года назад

    Thats good stuff right there Janis and Rue!

  • @curtisrosselot6973
    @curtisrosselot6973 2 года назад +1

    I've watched a hundred turkey hunting videos on RUclips this year! This one is in the top 5! Great job Rue!

    • @ruemapp1409
      @ruemapp1409 2 года назад

      That's a huge compliment - thank you!

  • @earlshaner4441
    @earlshaner4441 2 года назад +1

    Outstanding job brother

  • @kylecoolman8797
    @kylecoolman8797 2 года назад +1

    Very very cool!

  • @urban.homestead
    @urban.homestead 2 года назад +1

    Welcome to the flock Rue!

  • @walruscurry
    @walruscurry 2 года назад +1

    Great episode

  • @danielprsguitar
    @danielprsguitar 2 года назад

    Glad Rue got her bird!

  • @jasoncook7836
    @jasoncook7836 2 года назад

    That’s so awesome. Amazing moment

  • @Aaron-ym3mw
    @Aaron-ym3mw 2 года назад +1

    Rue’s gun safety is the best!

  • @lewismooney3941
    @lewismooney3941 2 года назад +1

    Very cool!

  • @andrewjankowski9650
    @andrewjankowski9650 Год назад

    Good work!!

  • @yankeehunter3466
    @yankeehunter3466 2 года назад

    I’ve been trying to bag a bird on public with my bow, everything from noob error, coyotes, to hunters. This birds huge and no one can kill ‘em he’s old and ain’t got king I had him at 35 across a creek and was gonna send it but a vine was covering him instead of clearing the vine he tuned and walked straight back into the wood line ahhhhhhhh! I love turkey hunting.

  • @slush714
    @slush714 2 года назад +1

    On the final blind were they sitting in poison oak? The shot of Rue getting up saying "safety's on" definitely looks like it.

    • @janisputelis440
      @janisputelis440 2 года назад +4

      Yes, lots of poison oak. Out of four of us, I was the only one to get it. And I got it bad! Brutal.

    • @FellsApprentice
      @FellsApprentice 2 года назад

      @@janisputelis440 every time I've gotten it as an adult I've had to get a steroid shot to get rid of it quickly.

  • @hammondcrack
    @hammondcrack 2 года назад +1

    Love it!