40 Acre Iowa MONSTER! | The Story Of "Bill"

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6 ай бұрын

Iowa Land Specialist Ben Harshyne purchased his first farm in early 2022. He immediately began improving the farm, specifically for whitetails. After drastically improving the habitat and food on the farm, he picked up a buck on camera in the fall of 2022 that he named "Bill". It wasn't until November 8th of 2023 that he would lay eyes on Bill and have an opportunity at a dream buck on his very own farm.
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@citysticker-chris 6 ай бұрын

Anyone else notice the deer over his shoulder at @17:25? Congrats PTL

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

We did! And thanks!

@billslaughenhoupt5669 6 ай бұрын

I didn’t notice it until you mentioned it and had to zoom in to see it. It honestly look like it was walking to them.!

@brannonwhite3036 5 ай бұрын

Kudos on your whole production! I’m most impressed with your reaction to the recovery. Very respectful and reverent. I wish more KZfaqrs who film their hunts would treat the game the way you did.

@Whitetail_Properties 5 ай бұрын

We appreciate that!!!

@traphuntnstuff8096 3 ай бұрын

No KZfaqrs film their hunts

@akomara1 8 күн бұрын

Great buck, great filming. HSS makes a climbing rope with a carabiner that stays attached while climbing up and down. Even make ones for two man stands so you can both be attached while climbing. I use them religiously especially with the kids.

@connormccleary6590 6 ай бұрын

Having confidence in yourself and your equipment make all the difference, in that moment especially at 15 yards that’s a hell of a shot. I don’t think everyone hating on the shot understand that if the shot was a few inches right it would’ve hit the sternum. Great shot and a great deer

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@bradleyhockersmith1307 6 ай бұрын

Congratulations Ben! Couldn’t have happened to a better guy.

@kennedyneely7545 6 ай бұрын

Great story and glad your hard work paid off. We should all be humble enough to understand why you took that shot with the equipment you’re using; particularly after going to full draw and stopping the deer at 15 yards. I don’t know many folks that would’ve let him blow out of there after chasing him for 2 years and busting your tail and wallet to keep him on and around your property. Bow hunting is tough and it is meant to be rewarding and it’s unfortunate that KZfaq trolls feel the need to bash you! Congratulations and good luck next season!

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for the kind words! We agree, the bashing of other hunters is something that we just don't understand. The shot was taken and the deer was harvested. Unfortunately not every scenario can be textbook like some people seem to think.

@rickboettcher4334 4 ай бұрын

Called jealousy, small man part, or just had a bad day Bowhunted 41 yrs now and I don't feel as Zach does You knew equipment. You took good precautions, and you did not bump a potential deer with marginal hit You took caution and recovered a magnificent animal that you worked so hard for Your emotions at recovery say it all Hold head high and great work

@deerhuntingdadstv9278 Ай бұрын

In my 25years of hunting, I've always questioned my neck shots, but in my experience, they are lethal, and I'm yet to not recover a deer on one! Great job man! Love the channel

@Whitetail_Properties Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@deerhuntingdadstv9278 Ай бұрын

@Whitetail_Properties wish some of these other folks on here truly knew hunting before they commented. Neck shots are super lethal. Don't have much of a blood trail I get that and a neck shot can be difficult to track... but to say they are unethical. Nah.... aint buying it. don't listen to the haters, they hunt but probably support PeTa at the same time😅

@bobbryant4292 6 ай бұрын

Congratulations on a great buck. I personally like the real emotion, shows me how much you respect the animal and the true thankfulness. And personally if you don't have some remorse when you kill one of Gods beautiful creatures, you shouldn't be hunting. Its always bitter sweet. Thanks for sharing, all the people bashing you for the shot, imo everyone knows their own skill level and equipment, you made the shot and the animal died quickly, you cant really ask for anymore. Thanks for sharing.

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Amen brother! It's unfortunate that hunters are so quick to slam other hunters. Like you said, know your equipment and skill level and make a decision in the heat of the moment. Fortunately he did expire quickly and was recovered - the two main things we hope for in every hunt.

@jharkey29 6 ай бұрын

Congrats on such a nice buck. Your hard work definitely paid off 👏🏻

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@nickheumiller5529 7 күн бұрын

I have been bow hunting 17 years and do a lot of spot and stalking… on whitetails and almost all your shots on the ground are frontal shots. They are very deadly. But Ignore the so called experts! Great Buck!

@Whitetail_Properties 6 күн бұрын

Thanks, and that is true!

@StevensMyName777 6 ай бұрын

Good to hear giving Thanks to The Lord! Congratulations to your 1st Buck! The Lord God Provides! Amen!

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@wildlifeunlimitedoklahoma 2 ай бұрын

Congrats I loved the episode. And it does definitely hit different when you get one on your own property especially after you invest blood and sweat into the process of making the land better.

@Whitetail_Properties 2 ай бұрын

Amen to that! Thanks for watching!

@j.shooley7636 16 күн бұрын

Awesome story! Glad to see that one work out. I’d say backing out and keeping a good attitude was the way to go👍

@Whitetail_Properties 16 күн бұрын

Thanks!

@slmed87 6 ай бұрын

Don’t usually comment but if there’s new bow hunters watching this please don’t ever take a shot like that, unethical as it gets mate

@akomara1 8 күн бұрын

Yeah but….. he’s wearing Sitka so…..

@guardianminifarm8005 6 ай бұрын

Huge CONGRATULATIONS! Extremely happy for you and your family. What a great blessing to have the opportunity and capacity to own a piece of property and put the sweat equity into for you and your family. Bill is just the beginning of some of of the finest hours, days, weeks and years with your family (children, father, wife) and friends a man can have as a hunter. The Lord is good isn't He!

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for the kind words! God provides!

@showmerc9649 6 ай бұрын

Awesome hunt. That big boy was fired up walking into your set up. Great shot with the only option. And I have that same hat from a LLC that my wife let go of in Northern AL just before we met :-( We will be looking into your properties in the near future. 🦌

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Thanks!!

@billslaughenhoupt5669 6 ай бұрын

First buck I ever heard named after me is what got my attention to watch this. Congratulations to you on your hard work, time and patience. He’s not a Boone deer but he’s beautiful and a lot of character,… I’m glad he died like you said he did, like the saying, when in doubt back out. You did the wright thing to wait.!!! Congratulations on your Beautiful Buck named “BILL”. Maybe this year you’ll get Billy jr lol 😂, Congrats again and be safe.! ✌️👍

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@calebduke6878 6 ай бұрын

Awesome deer & awesome video. Congratulations

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

@sammoore5933 6 ай бұрын

I see the negative comments. Tough call on that shot but your decision paid off. Congrats. What type/style broadhead was used?

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Thanks! It was a rage broadhead.

@CazadoresMinnesota 6 ай бұрын

Great buck 👏 👍

@dmw1306 6 ай бұрын

That is a great Buck. Congratulations on your property! I envy you. Guess I will just have to keep hitting my nearest National Forest. Lolol

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Thank you! There is some quality hunting to be had on public grounds, you may have to work a bit harder, but it's out there!

@dmw1306 6 ай бұрын

@Whitetail_Properties Yes sir you are right I live in the great northwest of Idaho and eastern Washington and I enjoy hunting both. I have taken a good double drop tine buck not far from where I was brought up. Doesn't that just figure 🤔

@therealdude1 6 ай бұрын

Great buck! Took a similar shot on mine this year. He only went 30 yards. It’s posted on my page. Just a cell video though.

@TheLindseyWay 6 ай бұрын

great story guys, congrats!

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Thanks!!!🙏🏻

@maturewhitetailstrategies 6 ай бұрын

Excellent job boys!

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@MJ-no2jx Ай бұрын

Beautiful deer bother!! Happy to see deer like that around still.. I wish people would let these small bucks grow up before taking them.

@Whitetail_Properties Ай бұрын

Thank you!

@dammit_Grinch 6 ай бұрын

Congratulations on a stud🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

@user-qk4qr2zg9h 3 ай бұрын

Can’t wait to buy my first property 😂😂😂😂. Enjoyed the video, I’m glad to see anyone getting to live their dream, I am jealous 😂 but it’s a good kind of jealous. Congrats on a nice buck, you learn every time you take a shot at a deer, marginal???? It depends on the hunter. Close in frontal can be deadly but you as a hunter know your own capabilities. Again congrats.

@Whitetail_Properties 3 ай бұрын

We appreciate it!! We agree, be confident with your equipment and practice shots you plan on taking in the field.

@drewwhelan6695 6 ай бұрын

Awesome story congrats!

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@jadonnolt481 6 ай бұрын

Awesome story!

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@samgoral4 2 ай бұрын

I think the new research is showing that just because it’s a heavy arrow, doesn’t mean it’s going to penetrate. I would look into testing some arrows that have stiffer shafts compared to those full metal jackets. Yes the fmj is heavy, but it bends quite a bit on impact resulting in the loss of energy.

@SapataMiwok-m6p 25 күн бұрын

VERY GOOD

@jonathanfunnell4167 6 ай бұрын

BEAUTIFUL BUCK AH THE GREAT OUTDOORS

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@keytonmitchell9337 5 ай бұрын

Anyone’s else see the deer walking right after they find him? On the right side of the screen LOL

@Whitetail_Properties 5 ай бұрын

Good eye

@chasebrogan4760 6 ай бұрын

⚠️⚠️did anyone else see the buck walking over the hill over his left shoulder right at 17:25 😮😮😮😮

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Good eye!

@chasebrogan4760 6 ай бұрын

So it was one I thought yall would show it running after it seen yall but u didn’t so I was like I gotta say somthing ab this 😭

@BrockDonati 2 ай бұрын

Awesome video I just got into filming do yall film on auto focus? Cause how do you get to focus on him through the trees?

@Whitetail_Properties Ай бұрын

Thanks! We run manual focus almost always.

@dakotapiatt4301 9 күн бұрын

One thing to note. PRAISE. THE. LORD.

@Whitetail_Properties 7 күн бұрын

Amen!

@dewaynenunley569 6 ай бұрын

Good shot man, congratulations on a stud of a buck.

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@jeremyburgess8923 24 күн бұрын

Why would u take that shot when he was starting to walk broadside. Lucky recovery. Congratulations

@hoganlogan397 20 күн бұрын

There’s no crying in deer hunting! Lol

@unclemoe5733 6 ай бұрын

After reading all the negative comments, i bet you wish this didn't get aired. Seems like a lot of armchair quarterbacks out there with a jealous attitude. This old man watches a lot of these type of vedios. Did you have to take the shot. No. But you obviously were confindent enough in it to do it. You had a close enough shot to pull this off. At 20 plus yards, not a good idea. But here, i find you Not Guilty of taking a large risk! I've seen "The Hunting Public cover this scenario several times and i agree with them. As long as you're confident with you're ability, you do not deserve this abuse. I am not confident in mine to take this shot. But i don't practice enough. Many people make bad shots on ideal angles, and I'm guilty of this also. Great Buck. Congrats!

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

We appreciate the kind words! We agree, too many people acting like every shot they’ve ever taken on an animal was perfect. Like you said, even “ideal” shots don’t always work out like you’d draw it up. Ben was confident in his setup and took the shot. The deer died quickly, and was recovered - which is everything we hope for as bow hunters!

@unclemoe5733 6 ай бұрын

As soon as i saw the shot, i instantly thought "dead deer".

@toddgarrett1768 6 ай бұрын

great buck! did you notice the buck in the back ground between 16.58 and 17.30?

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Good eye!

@Jay_nicola 2 ай бұрын

I can’t find it , you have better eyes than me

@Sam-in7ue 3 ай бұрын

that 10 point is gonna be a stud looks like a nice 4 year old

@Whitetail_Properties 3 ай бұрын

Yessir!

@user-ex9fe4rz5r 6 ай бұрын

Glad you got him! But you didn't have to take the shot, still early enough to get another crack at him. As you said, you got lucky!

@kevinmorace6117 6 ай бұрын

Agreed!! Poor shot selection...

@Johnbobon 6 ай бұрын

"I had to take the shot." But of course you didn't have to take the shot. You never have to take a shot. You could've waited for a proper angle, but no, gotta kill that buck and capture that footage at all costs.

@Briguy933 6 ай бұрын

Didn’t you know, that’s how he gets his free bow and 50% off pro staff discount for Sitka.

@murkman1656 6 ай бұрын

Cringy crocodile tears

@Johnbobon 6 ай бұрын

@@murkman1656 Said the arrow flinging hack.

@murkman1656 6 ай бұрын

@@Johnbobon probably a gun hunter

@ryanfarmer5155 6 ай бұрын

Great buck but geez quit crying

@mspahn1967 26 күн бұрын

When you said "that's part of deer hunting" is BS. You didn't have to take that shot! You just got in a hurry.

@gregorythetford924 6 ай бұрын

Can’t depend on luck . Only higher percentage shots - and even then we hope for the best.

@kevindunahoo6401 2 ай бұрын

Why does everyone spoil the approach in the first 5 seconds of the video?

@loisbuttray2937 6 ай бұрын

How about a Lifeline. Keeps everyone safe especially the young son.

@m.carter20 3 ай бұрын

You all sitting behind your know it all better than everyone else attitude!

@Whitetail_Properties 3 ай бұрын

Definitely don't know it all, always learning in all aspect's of life.

@davidbonner3367 6 ай бұрын

at 17:25 there's a deer walking towards you in the background

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Good eye!

@bretth8234 6 ай бұрын

Had to take the shot? No you didn’t . Low percentage equals lucky .

@geosciencenerd 6 ай бұрын

Ummm yeah?? In deer hunting sometime there is an"had to" lol. If I saw that buck I'd "had to" crap myself.

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

One could argue that every shot taken with archery equipment is "low percentage" and therefore "lucky"

@justinhrach-qd9dl 6 ай бұрын

Anybody can say anything after the shot. It's a totally different perspective when you your the one that releases the arrow. Thank you very much for taking us along this journey with Bill. Great hunt It was almost like I was there with you. I am currently looking for a small piece of property to call my own in ohio right now.

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

@@justinhrach-qd9dl Thank you for the kind words! Glad the bunt pulled you in and brought you along for the ride! Hopefully you can find the piece you are looking for!

@EasternWild 6 ай бұрын

@@Whitetail_Propertiesthere’s always going to be harsh criticism when things are posted publicly. Try not to pay too much mind to it though knowing that many of your followers are throughly enjoying this awesome content you’re putting out. I enjoyed seeing your kiddo in this episode. I drag my ten year old out as well 🤙🏻 Super congrats on, Bill. He’s a Stud!!

@andyballard3555 6 ай бұрын

Did nobody see the deer behind him at 17:26?

@Whitetail_Properties 5 ай бұрын

Good eye.

@traphuntnstuff8096 3 ай бұрын

“I had to take that shot…” No. You didn’t.

@antiquebowieknifechannel4611 6 ай бұрын

Such gorgeous footage not to be using a lighted nock! Grrrrrrrr

@troybrake5686 6 ай бұрын

Smh

@antiquebowieknifechannel4611 6 ай бұрын

@@troybrake5686 Viewers enjoy seeing the arrow flying. It’s a must for filmmakers! Come on man.

@Gokywildcats11 6 ай бұрын

How long did it lay before u found him. He is stiff

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

He was recovered the next morning.

@darrenbeachy8585 6 ай бұрын

What kinda camera setup is this

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Canon R6 and a canon 70-200mm lens

@walter_is_running 6 ай бұрын

Came on here to say that. You didn’t have to take any shot. That was terrible. Glad you recovered him.

@jaredhutson8642 2 ай бұрын

What was arrow setup and broadhead?

@Whitetail_Properties Ай бұрын

Rage no collar with a easton FMJ

@PurlerWrestling 6 ай бұрын

Theres no crying in hunting!

@mattboyden4297 6 ай бұрын

I still think you're cool man, deer ain't dying unless arrows are flying period

@brianmorrison4667 6 ай бұрын

You had a choice and didn't have to take that shot. Be better!

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

The choice was made and the animal expired quickly and was recovered, the two most important things in any hunt.

@stanleybuck4195 Ай бұрын

It doesn't sound right, hearing you call a deer "Bill."

@robertbyers2021 6 ай бұрын

Can't believe the comments! Very sad to not recover this beautiful animal! Right away! How can anyone following a blood trail!, not keep following it! It's apparent this deer was dead before you ever got out of the tree! Why do hunters think they can leave a deer lay all night and then eat the meat! Pretty apparent you only cared about the horns! Personally I'd would have been ashamed to have posted this video! Hopefully another will learn from your stupid mistakes!!!

@MrCbarney77 6 ай бұрын

😤

@andrewmolino5995 23 күн бұрын

At 5:10 it looks like the boys climbing the tree without being tied in. Never a smart move, I’m grown and I won’t climb a tree without being tied in. Not smart to have a child doing so👎🏼

@bradr2142 6 ай бұрын

You didn't have to take that shot. You did so out of fear. His ears were pegged back. He was looking for a fight.

@Whitetail_Properties 6 ай бұрын

Sometimes the heat of the moment can change one's actions. Surely you've experienced this to some extent.

@bradr2142 6 ай бұрын

@@Whitetail_Propertiesyes correct I made that same mistake. I honest about it that how we learn.

@mattyice9923 6 ай бұрын

I’m newer to hunting so maybe my view is different but regardless of how nice that buck is. I wouldn’t shoot any animal head on. That’s horrible Hunter ethics man. Patience is a virtue and posting this video, is telling your younger hunter audience that a shot like that is ethical and fine to take. Not trying to rip you apart but that was pretty upsetting

@allenhoman7771 6 ай бұрын

You always have the choice! Had too what? Rather know I have another chance vs wounded & never seeing him again.

@dimebagz22 6 ай бұрын

Yeah terrible decision and terrible shot

@russellperkins8334 6 ай бұрын

You got lucky bud..hope you learned something here.

@foxtailmedia8189 2 ай бұрын

The shots you take to create content to highlight a property, to sell a property, etc, should not be a shot like that. I get that 💩 happens during a hunt. But I also understand the thought process behind “I gotta get a deer down on film” mentality. And it’s not a good look…

@dennisgriffin6742 2 ай бұрын

Bingo…content for clicks. And holy hell you can afford the top of the line equipment, land and giant ass house but you can’t afford to buy your kid a safety line???

@kevinward3305 5 ай бұрын

Bad shot placement alot of the professionals take those quatering towards u shots id rather let them go

@aarong2507 6 ай бұрын

I don’t usually comment anything negative on another hunter’s videos because I believe we need to stick together. But I audibly gasped when I saw the arrow hit this deer. Horrendous decision making and unnecessary risk paired with raw luck. Incredibly disrespectful to the animal and the sport. Beautiful deer, but the shot should have never been taken.

@whodidwhat32 Ай бұрын

Get tired of seeing raised pampered bucks. its nothing impressive anymore. i cant even appreciate hunting anymore because of all the pampered deer & then being posted like its supposed to impress us. Im a 33yr old guy that lives & hunts in Pennsylvania all my life whos never hunted private land once ever. All my bucks were all fair game to any hunter by being on Public land.

@glenn43569 18 күн бұрын

These guys have bought land near my lease in the midwest and all they do is hold properties drive up prices and get a few bucks on camera then bring in potential buyers to hunt then who ever has the biggest pocket book ends up with the land

@bowsonlyhuntingcompany2020 6 ай бұрын

These are the type of times where you say "Hey guys I screwed up. I shouldn't have taken a low percentage poor angle shot. Learn from my mistakes". Instead its "I had to take the shot". C'mon guy this is what's wrong with a lot of these shows. You made a poor choice, just own up to it. It happens sometimes and use it to teach other people. Either way congrats on a great buck!

@m.carter20 3 ай бұрын

Shut up!

@tylerchubb3876 Ай бұрын

You need to get away from heavy arrows and drop to 400-425gr maybe 450gr and get more speed!!! This heavy slow arrow crap has gotten way out of hand!

@robertnorton3870 6 ай бұрын

Glad you were able to recover this deer but my gosh at such an extreme risk and potential undue suffering for the deer. I see this shot becoming more popular amongst bow hunters and I just don’t understand why. O I shoot 80 pounds with a 600 grain arrow it will get in there. Taking a shot on a deer with the thoughts of, I think I can, I might get lucky, or it should be able to are NOT acceptable. This was a fatal shot but was it an ETHICAL shot? No, absolute not. We as bow hunters owe it to the animals we hunt to take the moment of truth as seriously and ethically as possible. This was a poor example.

@donjelonek8115 6 ай бұрын

Cant believe Whitetail properties posted this video. Just goes to show u the desperation out there for people to put there face on video. TERRIBLE in all ways... including letting ur kid scale the tree with no safety precautions

@treypolhemus1797 6 ай бұрын

A video on what not to do as a hunter. Terrible shot and you didn't have to take it. Listening to you justify the shot was sad. You got lucky. The tears were awkward.

@jasonhaga5412 6 ай бұрын

Wow that was a crappy shot! You didn’t have to take the shot. Total BS statement there.

@larrypoe4060 6 ай бұрын

40 acres is a hobby, not a "farm" 🙄

@Livnyug7393 6 ай бұрын

As a land owner, As a true hunter. And a pro, should never took that shot. Whenever you am your arrow to the front chest of any deer, meaning, you are taking a big risk, 20/100 of kill. Lucky you