Every shot in this video was extremely questionable ethically speaking. And this won the Kuiu Film Festival? Interesting.

Have to agree with most of the comments here. Not that I haven't made my share of mistakes and stupid shots on game but guessing on a 80/90 yard shot on an elk, knowing that even a close in shot can go terribly wrong, is beyond crazy. Does the sport wrong. Hope this kid gets smart and limits himself to less than 40 or better yet leave the wheels home and take the stick and string.

I know a lot of folks will comfortably throw an arrow at extreme distances at deer and elk, but generally they have much more experience. Myself, I am comfortable shooting 50, and practice much farther out, but won't take a shot on an animal beyond that... This guy shooting as an inexperienced elk hunter at 80 yards is hard to swallow. Too many people don't have the patience to get closer in for a shot at a bull and sling an arrow from too far out (as he did). Then shooting at that buck from whatever range that was, man, this guy will look back at this video in a few more years and realize what an ass he was for taking those shots. Take ethical shots.... Not trying to be an ass. Great job on the film.

Hit one in the antler, hit one non-lethal, spined one. Jesus, maybe spend 60$ on a target.

bowhunter of 2017= 80yrd pin and shooting in the dark. smh however you make a good film, just leave the bow home and keep the camera.

incredible story man, keep up the hard work and congrats on a heck of a deer. well done.

Think you guys covered it . Please think about these shots your taking!

I know EXACTLY where you were in Montana. I hunt all the same spots. Caught me off guard. lol

Exactly why we bow hunt ! Well done.

Desperate much?! How is that fair and ethical hunting?! SMH

Mate this was epic, can't believe there's a heap of people crying about your failures during the film. Without the risk of failure there can be no success! Loved the film, thank you!

amazing video! subbed!

Great video fellas cheers

Shooting a hoping it hits isn't ethically responsible, animals get wounded simply because of ones urge to be successful. Be sure next time...just something to think about.

Congrats on the deer and baby. Thanks for sharing.

And that won the KUIU film festival winner?! I’d hate to see the unethical shooting in the runners up!

This an abomination to real hunting/hunters.

Not making good choices...perfect example of someone who is operating beyond their abilities. Also not thrilled with the lack of respect he's showing the animal he actually harvested...it's not about the beam/rack/points/inches...it's about the experience and the meat, if it's not then he needs to reconsider exactly what his motivations are for pursue these creatures.

Great Video guys, maybe not the best choice shooting at ET. But I'm not going to be that guy that points the finger especially since I wasn't there.

The point of archery is to get close. It takes a mature responsible person to wait for that shot, which is the most ethical and respectful thing you can do for the animal. If you want to take long shots buy a rifle. That goes for all the morons taking shots over 60yds with a bow, and that’s being very generous.

Don't quite sling the arrow as well as the football but great job! Keep shooting and GO HAWKS! Nice buck and look forward to see more in the future. Don't worry about the missed shots. It happens to all hunters sooner or later, and anyone who gives you grief on the shots have been in your shoes before or they are lying.

Don’t listen to the Cheeto finger shit talkers. Great videos!

Great storytelling! You'll get the elk next time!

$8000 worth of gear and poor choices! 9 months of research aka walking around the Bass Pro Shops looking for the most expensive gear because you think it makes you a better hunter!

Go hawks

This guy takes long unethical shots all the time.

Spined it

what kind of bow do u use?

Rub mineral turpentine on your feet in the off season mate blisters will become a thing of the past

Why does every hunter on video anymore try to take rifle shots with a bow? Its sadly the norm. All the fancy camo can't make you get close or shoot straight.

Nice buck. Great to finally get one on the ground after a lot of effort. Don't listen to the haters, keep up the good work. Great video.

I don't understand y you guys shoot app far!!!

I think the 1st buck was a clean miss.

Good editing but poor ethics... Hearts my soul that some hunters act like they NEED to get that animal, no matter distance, angle, experience etc. Take it easy, you are not going hungry to bed if u don't shoot it. Just like hunting is becoming more and more popular which is good, there are also coming more and more ppl who are against it and these types of videos are feeding them. So please, take your time. It's not a competition.

Gross, 90 yards and you shot it in the antler. Doesn’t get much more unethical than that. I understand we all make mistakes but try harder brother. Get closer....