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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

Pure emotions that only a true hunter can understand

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!

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.

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

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!

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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!

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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!!!

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

Almost teared up watching this episode 💪🏾 great hunt

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

great episode Rue is awesome great harvest.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

Really enjoyed this episode! Thanks Meateater ✌️🤘

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

Congratulations Rue! Many more turkeys to come 👍

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

Amazing episode! So thoughtful and important

These are easily the best episodes.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Great hunt and story !

Y’all did great thank u for sharing

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

Congrats Rue! I bet that bird was delicious

Respect Rue and Janis! Great episode.

Great video! Congrats Rue!

Everyone: Awesome job! Matt R: grrrrrr!

Awesome video great footage excellent work 👍🏿

That’s so awesome. Amazing moment

YANNI WITH THE SPEED. Congrats Rue!

Outstanding job brother

Very very cool!

Hell yeah, Rue. Great hunt!

Fantastic episode! Love it!!

Great episode

Love it!

Good work!!

Wooooooo hooooo Rue!!!!!

Very cool!

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

Great job Rue

Thats good stuff right there Janis and Rue!

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.

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.

Love this video.

Glad Rue got her bird!

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

Rue seems like the kind of person that you just want to sit down and have a cup of coffee with. Great weapon safety, too.

Great episode

Welcome to the flock Rue!

Great hunt!

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!

Great video sir. Keep going on.

Good hunt Rue, Well done

Great content 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

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!