Kim Rhode of El Monte, Calif., is one of the world’s greatest competitive shotgun athletes, a mother and has loved fishing, hunting and being outdoors ever since she was young. Rhode is the first United States Olympian competing in an individual sport to win five medals in five consecutive Olympic Games. She won Olympic gold in […]
There’s strength in numbers, and what better way to boost hunting’s ranks than embracing hunters from all walks of life? This fun-to-read section highlights individuals who might not outwardly meet the “hunter stereotype.” Past profiles include such celebrities as Donald Trump Jr., country music superstar Jason Aldean, NFL stars Brett Keisel and Mario Williams, Miss America finalist Theresa Vail, Vice President nominee and U.S. Rep. Paul Ryan and others.
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There’s strength in numbers, and what better way to boost hunting’s ranks than embracing hunters from all walks of life? This fun-to-read section highlights individuals who might not outwardly meet the “hunter stereotype.” Past profiles include such celebrities as Donald Trump Jr., country music superstar Jason Aldean, NFL stars Brett Keisel and Mario Williams, Miss America finalist Theresa Vail, Vice President nominee and U.S. Rep. Paul Ryan and others.
Clint Bailey Wrestles Whiskey Barrels and Big Bucks
Clint Bailey is 37 years old, works at one of the most iconic businesses in America and has a deep passion for hunting white-tailed deer whenever he gets the opportunity. Bailey lives in Lynchburg, Tenn., and works as the warehousing supervisor for Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 Brand Tennessee sour mash whiskey. He’s in charge […]
U.S. Congressman Paul Ryan: Deer Hunter, and Speaker of the House
United States Rep. Paul Ryan (R-WI) is one of the nation’s most well-known and visible politicians. In 2012 he was the Republican nominee for Vice President after being selected by presidential candidate Mitt Romney. Ryan was elected Speaker of the House in late 2015 following the resignation of Speaker John Boehner (R-OH). Boehner’s announcement just months […]
Jimmy Herman: Rocks Out with Carrie Underwood, Loves His Deer Hunting
Professional musician Jimmy Herman originally is from Wisconsin, where he grew up in a family that loved music and the outdoors. He, in turn, developed a great passion for both that continues today. Herman plays fiddle, guitar and mandolin in the band with superstar Carrie Underwood, and he’s also part of a new group in […]
Shawn Michaels: From WWE’s Heartbreak Kid to Hardcore Deer Hunter
Shawn Michaels is a mulitple WWE champion and in the WWE Hall of Fame, won the PWI Match of the Year honor 11 times and still is quite popular among wrestling fans. He’s so popular that he’ll be returning to the limelight Jan. 19 on the star-studded WWE Raw Reunion with other WWE Hall of […]
Writer, Mother, Wife … She’s Busy Indoors and Outdoors
Stacy Harris of Alabama is an author, chef, mother and wife, yet she loves the outdoors and how it brings joy to her family. Harris talked with us for an I’m A Deer Hunter interview: We last talked extensively a couple of years ago after your first book came out. It looks like you’re staying […]
Steelers’ Brett Keisel Loves Challenge of Bowhunting Deer, Elk
NFL All Pro defender Brett Keisel reportedly has agreed to a new contract extension that will keep the 36-year old with the Pittsburgh Steelers for a few more years. Terms of the reported agreement haven’t been released but apparently Keisel is on board with it. He tweeted “I am very excited to finish what I […]
NFL Prospect Jacob Pedersen Has Passion for Football and Deer Hunting
University of Wisconsin tight end Jacob Pedersen took some time off from calling turkeys and preparing for next month’s NFL draft to talk with Deer & Deer Hunting about his passion for the outdoors and hunting whitetails. Pedersen, who grew up hunting and fishing with his family in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, hauled in 17 touchdowns […]
Billy Demong: Olympic Gold Medalist and He Loves to Hunt
Billy Demong grew up in New York, not terribly far from Lake Placid, and now resides in Utah where he trains as a member of the U.S. Ski Team as part of the Nordic combined squad competing in the Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia. In the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, Demong won the gold medal […]
U.S. Olympic Team Flag-Bearer, 6-Time Winter Olympian and Passionate Bow Hunter
Todd Lodwick, a six-time Winter Olympian as a Nordic combined skier and Mossy Oak ProStaff member, earned one of the top honors of his storied career after being named the flag bearer for the U.S. Olympic team in Sochi, Russia. The Winter Olympic opening ceremonies will air about 7 p.m. Feb. 7 on NBC Sports. Lodwick […]