stanley Report post Posted October 12, 2010 Last weekend, my daughter and I went on her first deer hunt. She had drawn one of the Kiabab youth doe tags, and we made plans to go up with some friends for a weekend of camping/hunting. Both of her brothers killed their first deer on this same hunt, and little Greta was determined to make the most out of her opportunity! We arrived to camp VERY late Thursday night (1:30AM)! I tucked her into her sleeping bag in the back of the Suburban, and layed my cot out to sleep under the stars. Morning came early on Friday, but we were both ready! One of our friends was camping with a 5th-wheel, so we got to relax inside with some hot cocoa prior to going out on opening day! Driving to our hunting spot!! Wide-eyed and ready!!! Walking down a 'two track' on opening morning...... No luck on opening day. Saw some deer and turkeys, but couldn't get in for a shot. That night, we had another friend join from SLC, so we were looking forward to Saturday!! Saturday AM came early, but Greta was up and at it, getting ready for the hunt!!! I'll make it fast at this point! lol On Saturday, we were able to get to 80 yards from a nice doe, and Greta made the shot! Perfect, high in the lungs. Dropped on the spot, and she had her first deer!!!!!! That afternoon we went to one of the points to see the Canyon!! Then on Sunday morning, we de-boned and packed the meat!!! Fun teaching the kids how to do it..... Greta insisted on taking a bite while my buddy Troy was cutting!!! Goofing off with the 'hanging meat'...... We then packed-up and headed home! I have a ton more pictures of us and the other three hunters in camp! We had four junior hunters, and ALL OF THEM KILLED THEIR FIRST DEER ON THIS HUNT!! A pic of all four hunters with their FIRST DEER!!!! What a great time!!! Greta is definitely hooked on hunting for life now! Next up is her two brother's junior hunt in late Nov!!! Fun!! S. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Basser15 Report post Posted October 12, 2010 That is awesome!!! Congrats to both of you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
couespatrol Report post Posted October 12, 2010 Congrats to you and your Daughter on a great hunt and a memory of a lifetime. Cherish each moment they grow up fast. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nohoch Report post Posted October 12, 2010 Awesome. Congrats. That had to be a great trip and one you'll both remember. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DesertBull Report post Posted October 12, 2010 Awsome! I love that hunt. Can't wait until my youngest can go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
izquik72 Report post Posted October 12, 2010 Looks like you guys did very well. I went up there and helped a buddies son get his first big game animal also. What a great experience. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ron G. Report post Posted October 12, 2010 Very cool! Makes me look forward to when my kids will be able to go! Thanks for sharing the story and pictures! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cramerhunts Report post Posted October 12, 2010 Awesome! Congrats to you all! Gets me all excited for my daughter's first....hopefully next year! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
COOSEFAN Report post Posted October 12, 2010 Awesome job and awesome pics!!! Congrats on a great hunt! JIM> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FlyingW Report post Posted October 12, 2010 That's really cool. Congrats to you and your daughter !!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chef Report post Posted October 13, 2010 Great job Stan! I know you were looking forward to her hunt and I am happy it turned out great. That picture of her brushing her hair is priceless. Lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TEAM JESUS Report post Posted October 13, 2010 Congats and Kudoos to AZGFD for allowing only youth to hunt the does in Kaibab. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
.270 Report post Posted October 13, 2010 good job dude. take them kids huntin'. Lark. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CouesBuckhunter Report post Posted October 13, 2010 congrats Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stanley Report post Posted October 13, 2010 Thanks for all of the very nice comments all. She is my little sweet shining star (and my future heart-ache), that's for sure!! Hector, yes, I was soooo much looking forward to hunting with her! Also, yes I had to throw that pic in there. She would not leave the tent without 'primping'!! She is ALL girl, and I love it!!!! lol TEAM JESUS; yes, kudos for this hunt! I know that many folks don't approve of it because it means less deer North of the river, but I personally agree with you! This is a great opportunity for youngsters to go on a very high success rate hunt. If they are looking to recruit young hunters, then they definitely succeeded in this case. She is absolutely hooked for life!!!! S. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
