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
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ourdoor Afro is an example of the community building that we need more of instead of some of the other eyebrow raising organizations that have only raised racial tension
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
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.
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!
@@holgerd5242 For the english writers you can use the German Keyboard settings, the people from Türkiye Stolen the " ü " when They changed from arabic to latin.
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!
Yeah welcome to hunting in California… It’s just part of the experience! On a side note Meat Eater should look into black bear hunting in the Klamath national forest. We have a huge black bear population and very rugged country! It would make for a great episode in my opinion.
Announcing that the safety is on and emptying your chamber before you celebrate. She’s more put together than 99% of hunters on RU-vid. Congratulations, enjoy your success.
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.
No wonder you got poison oak Yanis! There was poison oak in every single video shot, you were scratching in it and she shot her turkey leaned up against poison oak. But good work, and whenever you’re in ca watch out for that stuff.
Why are wild turkeys so difficult to hunt in the wild, but I see them boldly walking down the streets of Concord CA in large numbers with no fear at all?
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!
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!
Am curious if turkey #1 did make it to another day, as it went down hard...I too thought it didn't need to be captured immediately 😕...surprised a lot of us.
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.
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.
