Where I've been. Spring into Summer Update

It’s been a while since my last post — February 9 — and a lot has happened since then. While I haven’t been posting, I’ve definitely been out there, living the Seasons of a Hunter mission: learning, growing, and getting outside with my family every chance I get.

Spring Turkey Hunt

Back in the spring, I took my youngest son, Teddy, out for his very first turkey hunt. We didn’t tag a bird, but we did call one in. He got so excited when it came in close that he moved a little too much and spooked it — but honestly, I wouldn’t trade that moment for anything. The look on his face, the thrill of calling it in... it was one of those father-son memories that sticks with you.

Fishing Season Adventures

As the weather warmed up, we leaned hard into fishing — and both of my younger sons have had some great success.

My 11-year-old son Wyatt and I entered a fishing tournament together, and he caught his first bass! I think I was more proud than he was. There’s something special about seeing your kids find confidence out on the water.

And then there’s Teddy, he is 8. That kid is always ready for an adventure. He’s been reeling in bluegill like it’s his full-time job. Anytime I mention fishing or hiking, he’s grabbing his boots and rod before I finish the sentence.

My daughter even got in on the action — she caught her first catfish, and of course her little brother immediately wiped slime on her shirt. It was an 8-second TikTok moment that pretty much sums up our family’s outdoor life: messy, real, and full of laughter.

Prepping for Fall

Behind the scenes, I’ve been getting ready for deer season. I’ll be heading out to scout my private lease soon and swap out batteries in my trail cameras. It’s not glamorous work, but it’s part of the process — and I’m looking forward to seeing what’s been moving through while we’ve been fishing and camping.

Even though I haven’t been blogging, I’ve been doing exactly what this space is meant to capture — putting in the work, spending time in the outdoors, and making memories with my kids.

What’s Ahead

Here’s what’s coming up:

Scouting my lease and checking trail cams

More fishing trips (we’ve got some bass to find!)

Pre-season prep, gear checks, and fitness work

Regular blog updates as deer season gets closer

Thanks for following along. Whether you've been here from the beginning or just found this blog, I’m glad you’re here. This isn’t about being perfect — it’s about getting outside, learning along the way, and building something that matters with the people you love.

More updates soon.