The Colonel & The Fox | A Mossy Oak Documentary

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3 ай бұрын

We are thrilled to announce our first ever feature length documentary, The Colonel & The Fox.
One of the most special projects in Mossy Oak's history, this film chronicles the story of turkey hunting history and the revival of the wild turkey told through the lives of two woodsmen who have become icons of turkey hunting, conservation, and cherished outdoor family traditions.
In the 1940s, wild turkeys and the proud traditions of those who hunt them were on the brink of extinction. In what would become known as America's greatest conservation success story, the Greatest Generation returned home from war and decided to do something about it.
This film celebrates the life and legacy of these men and the rest of turkey hunting's greatest generation. When the last of them are gone, it's up to us as gamekeepers, turkey hunters, and stewards of hunting culture to not only carry on their legacy, but pass these traditions along.
We're grateful to everyone who shares in this story and takes the time to watch. We hope you're inspired to spend more time in the woods and to love the land and wildlife that call it home, and to leave it all better than you found it.
More about this film here: www.mossyoak.com/film
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@TheHuntingPublic 3 ай бұрын

Hope every turkey hunter - both new and seasoned - watches this film.

@benjaminbennett4863 3 ай бұрын

Couldn’t agree more!

@carl250x9 3 ай бұрын

I know my kids are in line to have a watch

@markconner3234 3 ай бұрын

Yes,the new breed of you tube fb chest thumpers need to know who they owe gratitude to.

@KillingStuffWithJosephJackson 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely! Amazing film!

@Masonjar94 3 ай бұрын

As good as this was I figured Greg had a hand in it somehow 🤷🏽‍♂️

@danbump1616 3 ай бұрын

Anybody else feel a big ol lump in their throat?? This may go down as the greatest hunting related story ever told. Im honored to have met both of these men in the past.

@bradleyforster7585 3 ай бұрын

Something got in my eyes

@dustinkimbrell9185 3 ай бұрын

I’m right there with ya there’s a lump and got some dust in my eyes

@rodneyharouff5739 3 ай бұрын

yep.

@caseyburnett2918 3 ай бұрын

I’m right there with you on that. I’ve been fortunate enough to meet both men. What great men they are

@thehunter5000 3 ай бұрын

Pollen is bad this time of year.

@TimWellsBowHunter 3 ай бұрын

Fantastic job fellas! I'm so proud to wear Mossy Oak for it stands for much more than staying hid.

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

We're proud to work you as well Tim!

@StrutterOutdoors 3 ай бұрын

Few will ever understand it, but the ones that do will cherish it forever. Long live the wild turkey

@stormcrow7698 3 ай бұрын

No way you can explain it to anyone but turkey hunters. I've tried and they all look at me like I'm a fool. I've been hunting for 30yrs.

@StrutterOutdoors 3 ай бұрын

@@stormcrow7698 there’s nothing you can say about the way that first gobble of the spring hits you that would ever do it justice

@stormcrow7698 3 ай бұрын

@@StrutterOutdoors you are correct, no one can put it in words it's just that spiritual feeling

@daltonotoole6657 3 ай бұрын

This will go down as the greatest hunting documentary ever. Not only told by all 100% Turkey hunters, but a family that love eachother as much as they do the wild Turkey. These guys are stand up and one of a kind, great people and an amazing company. Love mossy oak, and everything they stand for!

@keepinscoreoutdoorswithbil9526 3 ай бұрын

Amen

@BillyWharton-io7sh 3 ай бұрын

You can tell Mr. Fox and Mr. Kelly are part of the Greatest Generation...They aren't looking for the recognition, but they both surely deserve it.

@bamadave4894 3 ай бұрын

If that doesn’t put a chill to your skin and a tear to your eye, your wood is wet. Proud of my Mossy Oak family for making such a tribute to two of the finest gentleman of the turkey woods.

@colecampbell8326 3 ай бұрын

Been in the woods all my life. Shot my first duck at 5, Shot my first buck at 13, killed my first turkey at 16. After watching this I have never felt so honored to be able to do what I do. These pioneers pulled off the greatest success story of any animal conservation in our nations history. These men are gonna make my turkey hunting this Saturday feel like more of a privilege than ever before. Thank you men, us hunters will make sure your story never dies.

@donutdan1508 3 ай бұрын

Good luck to you and yours on Sat. ✌️👨‍🌾🍩

@dfoxhaas 3 ай бұрын

Special.

@micahpatterson7170 3 ай бұрын

Every kid from now on needs to see this

@MrJimmypressley 3 ай бұрын

Frankly I got choked up more than once watching this. This video reminded me of my grandfather and his love of Turkey hunting. he hunted with the goergia greats like Charlie Elliot. We need never forget these great men who gave us so much.

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

That is very well put, thanks.

@Dan-ms1zk 3 ай бұрын

Take a good look. They don't make men like this anymore. If we don't learn from them we are in trouble. Good luck to all.

@tylermurphy4347 3 ай бұрын

This, in my opinion should go down as turkey hunting’s greatest documentaries. The work Colonel Kelly, Mr. Fox, and the Mossy Oak family do for the wild turkey and turkey hunting is the greatest of all time.

@danieldezauche8223 3 ай бұрын

I've always agreed with Benjamin Franklin whom said, the Wild Turkey should be our National Bird. He carries the colors and tells a story of America. Thank you Gentlemen for laying the path for us to follow.

@drew3686 3 ай бұрын

We wouldn’t be able to hunt em then.

@deermeatfordinner 3 ай бұрын

This is without a doubt the greatest story ever told of the meaning of Hunting!!! These great men exemplify the meaning of conservation through utilization! I’m so proud and so honored to be part of team Mossy Oak!!! My Daughter, Aria killed her first 2 gobblers while wearing a Mr Fox shirt on the day his vest was released at the mossy oak store!!!! Turkey hunting just became so much more important to me!!!

@Vinylisfinal1 3 ай бұрын

We have our hands full and our work cut out to pass on this amazing legacy, do we not!! Your passion is an inspiration to thousands of us! Keep up the good work!

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

We're proud to work along side you @deermeatfordinner!

@midwesternoutdoorsandnatur8272 3 ай бұрын

Man there are reasons I and so many others chose Mossy Oak camo over all the others. Conservation. Love of creation, and family values. God bless the good people at Mossy Oak.

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, that really means a lot!

@michaelwhite77 3 ай бұрын

*I don't know if this will reach anyone's heart, or minds, but I hope you all watch this video with open hearts and realize just how blessed and fortunate we are today to see, let alone hunt the wild turkey. This is a great parallel I believe to what Jesus has done for all of us in this life. We were on the brink of extinction, just like the wild turkey was on the brink of being no more, Jesus found us and rescued us and brought us life anew. I'm blessed to say that I've been given 23 years of chasing thunder in the Spring woods, along with my father, and Lord willing, this will be our 24th year together. To all my fellow turkey hunters and all of those who are outdoor enthusiasts, I wish you an amazing Spring and may God continue to bless you and your families!*

@CamdenLay 3 ай бұрын

Man this almost brought me to tears I can’t even begin to explain how proud I am to be in a group of hunters and to just be a part of this

@rickeyandbubbles1238 3 ай бұрын

I completely baller and no shame in it

@scotthinojosa2210 3 ай бұрын

Mossy Oak knocked it out of the park! 🦃

@allenchason2473 3 ай бұрын

This told more than just about the "Turkey". It spoke of the greatest generation and reminds me of my dad, who was a lifelong turkey hunter after WWII. He made his own mouth calls using bottle caps and prophylactic material and whittled box calls out of fat lighter. I still have these items, they are priceless to me. Thank you for producing this film, not going to lie I had a tear in my eye more than once.

@dmvhunting2644 3 ай бұрын

This is will be something I show to my children and my children’s children. Thanks Colonel Kelly, and Mr. Haas for everything. Us, as the next generation of turkey hunters, are forever in your debt.

@levicameron934 3 ай бұрын

Tears…actual tears. @mossyoak I’m truly at a loss for words. This documentary will forever be one of the greatest tributes to our great sport and even more amazing pioneers for the wild turkey. WELL DONE!!!!!

@ridgeraisedoutdoors 3 ай бұрын

A truly remarkable documentary put together by turkey hunters for turkey hunters. Thank you Lord for the wild turkey and what it means to all of us.

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for giving the real props to who deserves it.

@b.justice9631 3 ай бұрын

I watched this full this as an ad here on KZfaq the greatest ad I’ve ever watched

@davidvalentine9392 3 ай бұрын

Phenomenal story!!! Entering my 38th season, this story brought a tear to my eye. These pioneers are the reason why I am who I am today,,, A Turkey Hunter. I just want to say Thank You!!!

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

They are the reason a lot of us hunt today.

@Ordie71 3 ай бұрын

Greatest hunting story ever told. Big thanks to Mossy Oak.

@tylergrant-peters4563 3 ай бұрын

I've never connected more with anything in my life. It is a cult. It is unexplainable. Very well done mossy oak crew. Best I've ever seen by far

@dudleyphelps6448 3 ай бұрын

So Good!!!! God bless the wild turkey.

@ABEARDEDNINJA00 3 ай бұрын

truly captured what turkey hunting is all about

@troy7844 3 ай бұрын

The absolute best outdoors documentary bar none! I’m not really a turkey hunter, cause my dad never hunted them and I’ve never really had people/friends that did much! Been wanting to get into it and after watching this I want to more. 42yrs old and I ain’t ever killed one. Time to make it happen.

@nicholasbragg4521 3 ай бұрын

At 31 years young I have little ground to stand. I can however attest to and feel the impact of what these fellas and all others have done for the conservation of the bird we all love. An addiction that seeps far deeper than the skin or brain and goes straight to the soul. For years to come, I pray it continues on.

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

That's really well put!

@CrosbyXX 3 ай бұрын

Goosebumps and chills…..one of the most captivating documentaries put out there.

@1582hunter 3 ай бұрын

Captured the essence of turkey hunting perfectly. Two legends we all owe the utmost gratitude. Well done Mossy Oak!

@tomgilroy3936 3 ай бұрын

If you don’t go join NWTF after watching this video; watch it again….

@colbybrister6194 3 ай бұрын

🦃🦃over flowing with nothing but the good stuff🦃🦃

@michaelbailey261 3 ай бұрын

Hands down the best production for outdoors iv ever watched. Iv hunted turkeys 42 yrs, met Mr Fox read the 10th Legion helped with re stocking of turkeys and met alot of good people and now as I get older see just how impactful these 2 men have been in giving us the opportunity to enjoy the best past time a hunter can ever experience. WELL DONE🦃🦃🦃

@wilmoreridgerunner8385 3 ай бұрын

Well said sir.

@shugman3090 3 ай бұрын

This has reminded me of all those old feelings of when I started turkey hunting in 1990. What a walk down memory lane. Mossy Oak has been a part of my life from the first day I stepped on the MSU campus in 1987. Thank you for making this documentary and reminding me what true Turkey Hunting is, respect for the animal and the people who helped them make a comeback. I hate the current turkey hunting culture of “busted beaks and can’t stop the flop, fanning fools “. Great work Mossy Oak.

@kennythompson1116 3 ай бұрын

Two legends that we as turkey hunters should be thankful for. Great job on documenting their accomplishments and showing the world how these men set examples of how we all should be as conservationists. Thank you!

@codyg572 3 ай бұрын

I shed a tear. Long live the wild hen turkey.

@WildWhiskers1989 3 ай бұрын

I love this so much.

@DeerMom 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely INCREDIBLE!!!!! Growing up, I remember making a copper Mossy Oak logo in my science class… I loved hunting and everything involved with hunting. Mossy Oak was a staple in my childhood. I even shot my first turkey wearing (drowning) in a pair of my dad’s Mossy Oak overalls! Little did I know the actual story behind the camouflage or what it would directly mean to me later in life. Fast forward to now - my husband and I have created an amazing relationship with the team at Mossy Oak… It’s not only about the camouflage and memories I had when I was young, it’s also about the genuine pride and the legacy that drives them to continue doing what they love! To be that great at something, yet still stay humble and continue to strive to be better (even after success) is admirable and the sole reason we are partnered with Mossy Oak and will always stand behind them! Great job Mossy Oak, this video was worth the wait!!! 💯👏🏻

@floridaboyoutfitters106 3 ай бұрын

Maybe the best documentary and 1 hour and 20 Minutes I have ever spent watching any film. Keep on keeping on! 🦊🤘🏻🇺🇸

@ronaldburnett3078 3 ай бұрын

I love it I love it that’s what men are supposed be the mossy oak family is the American dream my son was hunting in Alabama last year and saw Daniel haas got picture with him talked a spell you would have thought he met Elvis the thing about us hunters we all cut from the same cloth my son Daniel was just like us dad touched my heart because I remember I watched toxey and Daniel and Neal hunt while those boys were young now my son and toxey boys are filling our boots love mr fox he always made me come to attention when he was showcased on any tv program thanks mossy oak number one in my opinion love mr cuz Strickland too I used to rent the red hard plastic vcrs at movie store and rent mossy oak movies to watch lol keep up the good work😊

@user-tv8bf5xd6u 3 ай бұрын

Timeless. ❤

@scgobbler 3 ай бұрын

Who would have thought that two elder statesmen and their life’s work could draw the depth of emotion out of our hearts. Fantastic job and congratulations to the Haas family, Mossy Oak, the members of the Tenth Legion and the culture that the Haas family has curated. Well done good and faithful servant.

@stevenculver6416 3 ай бұрын

Amazing

@bradleyforster7585 3 ай бұрын

Buddy herring is another one of this breed with Mr.Fox and Colonel

@mattzweifel6329 Ай бұрын

As a life long turkey hunter, I wasn't a turkey hunter until I watched this. Its a must. Respect the passion and watch the video.

@MossyOak Ай бұрын

Wow, what a powerful statement. Thank you so much.

@mikemcguire8351 3 ай бұрын

👍 for documentary and 👍 👍 to Mr Fox and Mr Tom Kelly..

@kennykraus6340 3 ай бұрын

My God, One Great Story !....Thank you Colonel and Thank you Mr. Fox. Thank You Mossy Oak

@PASeay 3 ай бұрын

Bravo. This will resonate to the core of all devotees of America's greatest game bird. It is a truly monumental film.

@KirkHortel 3 ай бұрын

Marvin Robbin’s gave me a box call that changed my hunting life forever!

@PIGSPURSUIT 3 ай бұрын

The two GOATS

@evansteffey5842 3 ай бұрын

What an absolute amazing and memorable documentary that me and my turkey hunting family will never forget. The mossy oak family reminds me so much of mine. God bless the wild turkey and the people of saved them for future generations to enjoy!

@MichaelMurphy3543 3 ай бұрын

INCREDIBLE

@noahdunn2502 3 ай бұрын

Definitely the best

@timfobes869 3 ай бұрын

To capture the history of these giants and the sport is priceless. Perfection!

@ze3868 3 ай бұрын

Not even a turkey hunter, but sure appreciated this documentary. Nathaniel with Slate and Glass does fantastic work.

@MetalneckOutdoors 3 ай бұрын

Been a while since I’ve been this emotionally moved. Well done Mossy Oak. I’ve been wearing this Camo since 1988. So proud!

@JAYBO_30_October 3 ай бұрын

New to turkey hunting and looking forward to being part of the cult. 😂 What a legendary story and documentary

@donutdan1508 3 ай бұрын

Good to have you with us and goid luck in those turkey woods!

@BenDalton-ei4lw 3 ай бұрын

Best video on KZfaq. God bless Mr. Fox, Mr. Kelly and Mossy oak.

@beefcakegolfer628 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely speechless…..

@billdittman680 3 ай бұрын

Thank You…. all I can say is THANK YOU!!!🦃❤️🦃❤️🦃❤️

@joeycline907 3 ай бұрын

One of, if not the best videos I’ve ever had the pleasure of watching!

@cadecrow3695 3 ай бұрын

Wow, what an amazing documentary, truly amazing stories and a great tribute to the sport.

@RollingThunderCalls 3 ай бұрын

The absolute best!

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

That means a lot coming from y'all.

@joshdupree5525 3 ай бұрын

God bless the Colonel and Fox! Thanks for all you have done for so many of us.

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

They really have done a lot.

@rodneyharouff5739 3 ай бұрын

this'll be a good'n!!! thanks!!!

@ryansaucier89 3 ай бұрын

This is truly the greatest hunting and conservation film ever created. Thank you

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

Wow! Thank You for watching it!

@user-hz5yf8wo2h 3 ай бұрын

Incredible film.

@keepinscoreoutdoorswithbil9526 3 ай бұрын

I honestly have watched this 2-3 time now and I swear I tear up multiple times throughout the film. The passion and commitment these folks have to leaving this world better than we found it just gets me every time . I’m in AWE of the GOATS

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

It does hit hard doesn't it?

@taylorcampbell 3 ай бұрын

This film is great🔥🔥🔥

@JMC10704 3 ай бұрын

Thankful and Grateful for the time and effort put in to make this Documentary! Thank You So Much!

@JMC10704 3 ай бұрын

Just purchased a copy of the Tenth Legion! So looking forward to receiving, reading and cherishing this book! Many Thanks to the Documentary for bringing the book to my awareness!

@JMC10704 3 ай бұрын

And wished I had purchased a Mr Fox Vest!

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

Glad you like it!

@kpc8pro 3 ай бұрын

Wow!!! This brings back memories

@Lowcountryoutdoorsman 3 ай бұрын

Great work mossy oak! Truly a masterpiece!

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

Thanks, we're just excited that everyone likes it!

@Hankxiong 3 ай бұрын

One of the greatest outdoor story ever documented!

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

We appreciate the sentiment.

@Masonjar94 3 ай бұрын

I’ve downloaded this to my phone and currently starting my fifth rewatch. I won’t stop till I can see it in my dreams.

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

We dig the dedication!

@joshwood2184 3 ай бұрын

Truly fantastic and inspirational.

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

They are an inspiration to us all.

@livelaughlove20able 3 ай бұрын

Such an awesome video what a wonderful group of gifted people it’s what true American wild turkey hunting was made of from the time it was born to now!! Thanks to the colonel and the fox for sharing there awesome story!

@mr.jackson3906 3 ай бұрын

Man what a story!Im a even bigger fan of Mossy Oak now.Well done!

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

Glad to know that you're a fan sir!

@tomogletree1 3 ай бұрын

POWERFUL

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

It really is. Hits us right in the soul

@Rammerjammer_83 3 ай бұрын

What an extraordinary and well put together film. I must say, the ending of the film did put a lump in my throat.

@dennypitman5272 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for this!!

@koreywolfe5267 2 ай бұрын

The Sand County Almanac used to be required reading in school. I believe we have found a complimentary piece to that great work.

@MossyOak 2 ай бұрын

We appreciate the praise!

@publicgroundoutdoors6946 3 ай бұрын

Thank yall so much for sharing this story with all of us. I think I speak for all of us that we are blessed to live in the world we live in now that was built on the persistence of these two men. Thank you so much for all you did and continue to do. It is very much appreciated.

@RoyRodgersMcfreely 3 ай бұрын

Best KZfaq video I have watched!!! I was glued to the very end and went through every emotion I think I could experience.

@markwalker3056 3 ай бұрын

I can remember when only three people would enter a turkey contest in McComb, Thank you for bringing great memories back of that and watching Mr Fox when we could see him.

@undergroundloft 3 ай бұрын

Great job guys on the documentary, it got me couldn't hold the tears back !!!

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

Those onion ninjas keep hitting us too.

@TheRaleyCrew 3 ай бұрын

Outstanding video on so many levels. Incredible story about wonderful folks doing great things for the wild Turkey, conservation, and hunting in general!

@johnpaulmckee7203 3 ай бұрын

This was a great documentary. By far the best story-telling of the outdoors and especially turkey. Hats off to Mossy Oak for putting this together.

@christodd1988 3 ай бұрын

Thank you. This brought back many fond memories. 🦃🦃

@RyanOswald-mq7ft 3 ай бұрын

definitely the best documentaries ever

@KeithHartsell-uu4oi 3 ай бұрын

Wow!! May we all strive to leave such a legacy! God bless this country, men like The Colonel and Mr. Fox and the wild turkey!

@keithhardee3839 3 ай бұрын

Very well done honoring two legends.Thank you both so much for all you've done to conserve the wild turkey and your passion for such a special creature.Very well done!

@jaymx1234567 3 ай бұрын

hats off to you gentlemen, taking my son for his first turkey hunt this season, couldn't be more excited for him to experience it!

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

Oooooohhhhh! Tell him we said, "Good Luck!"

@kylehaarmann3299 3 ай бұрын

I’m not crying🥹….This should be required in all schools to watch. Amazing job.

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

It's a new technology, it has onions embedded in the video feed :)

@BigStrutter 3 ай бұрын

A true masterpiece, God bless those men.

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

Yes, God bless them indeed.

@charlesjenne5706 3 ай бұрын

I’m just so glad that I had the pleasure of meeting both of these great men and I have the Mr. Fox vest. It means even more to me now. Thanks for this wonderful documentary on these two great men. I’m also glad that I was at the Grand ole opera house when Col. Kelly was given the award Thank you again. Charles Jenne, Horn Lake , MS

@jamesclark481 2 ай бұрын

This may quite possibly be the greatest video on KZfaq I'd ever seen

@MossyOak 2 ай бұрын

Wow! We couldn't agree more with a better statement.

@jdyansick 3 ай бұрын

As a father, raising boys, I realize how important it is to leave a legacy for them. I am the first generation hunter in my family. I am addicted to all types of hunting, but turkey season is by far the one that gets me the most excited. I took my oldest boy with me last spring for his first hunt of any kind at 7 years old. We had 2 jakes come in to 15 yards gobbling their heads off. He was shaking and his heart was pounding. I have not shot a jake in years, but took one to complete the experience for him. After the shot he ripped his face mask down and jumped up screaming "We got it dad". He came to me a couple weeks ago and said no jakes allowed this year. He said he wants to see a big one. I do believe he is hooked. Watching this and the legacy created by the Kelly and Haas family has me balling my eyes out thinking about my own boys. Thank you for your legacy Mr. Fox and Col. Kelly. I will be playing this for my 8 year old son soon. Love you all and God Bless.

@MossyOak 3 ай бұрын

Glad to see it has an impact. Hope y'all have a good season!