In the outdoors, there are so many wonderful sights, sounds and smells to be absorbed. Many of us grew up immersed in outdoor activities. When the weekends came those kinds of experiences were what we lived for. And basically, that takes us back to my daughter McKenzie and why I'm so happy we're sharing time together in Iowa. This hunt is part of a meaningful tradition I'm hoping to pass along to her.
Any seasoned hunter knows the value of hunting goes far beyond a successful harvest.
Thinking back to when I was McKenzie's age, I'm guessing that concept is still a bit over her head. It's tough to tell what going on inside. Seeing the look on McKenzie's face when that big eastern strolled into range was worth more than any trophy mount on my wall. I'll admit, my finger was twitching on the trigger a little, but the thought of her harvesting that old tom easily kept me from pulling it. I wouldn't change a thing.