In the episode titled “Mark Drury Targets the MUSCLEMAN BUCK: Kansas Whitetail Deer Hunt | Deer Season 24,” Mark Drury and his team embark on an exciting whitetail deer hunt in Kansas. Mark sets the stage for their adventure by reflecting on past hunting trips with his friend Todd, with whom he has shared numerous memorable hunts. As they make their way to Kansas, the anticipation of the hunt builds, especially as Todd has been tracking a mature buck that has been regularly visiting a particular pasture.
Upon arriving in Kansas, Mark and the team prepare to hunt in a familiar spot, where Mark had previously harvested a deer two years earlier. Todd, who has access to some prime hunting areas, is the perfect guide for the trip. Mark is particularly excited to hunt with him again, having shared many experiences in the past, including turkey hunting. The team sets their sights on the buck Todd has been watching, which they refer to as the “Muscleman,” a massive and mature whitetail with impressive mass and size.
Before heading out for the hunt, Mark and Todd take a moment to check their equipment, particularly their rifles. They ensure that their rifles are properly sighted, with Mark adjusting for a slightly heavier bullet weight to account for the shot at 250 yards. The morning hunt is poised to be a challenging one due to strong winds, but the team is optimistic about the prospects of success. They discuss the conditions and strategize about how to make the most of the situation, knowing that the deer could be difficult to spot in the open terrain but confident that the view from their hunting blind would offer great opportunities.
The first part of the hunt proves to be an exciting, though not entirely successful, experience. They spot a large deer, but it’s not the one they are targeting. The deer they see is still a beautiful and impressive animal, but it’s not the older, more mature buck they have been waiting for. Despite this, the morning hunt is still considered a success due to the thrill of being out in nature and the anticipation of what might come next. As they take a break, they leave their equipment in the blind and reflect on the hunt, feeling confident that their patience would eventually pay off.
The weather plays a significant role in the hunt, as a cold front is expected to arrive, which could trigger increased deer movement. Mark and the team anticipate that this change in weather will give them an advantage, especially since the barometric pressure is rising. They discuss the forecast and prepare for the next phase of the hunt with renewed energy and excitement, knowing that the deer could be more active as the conditions change.
Finally, on the second day of the hunt, their efforts come to fruition. As they sit in the blind early in the morning, they spot their target buck, the “Muscleman,” emerging from a ravine. After a tense few moments, they make the shot, and the massive deer is down. Mark and the team are ecstatic, as the buck is even more impressive in person than they had imagined. They celebrate the success of the hunt, with Mark expressing his gratitude to Todd for providing such an incredible opportunity.
As the episode concludes, Mark reflects on the successful hunt and the joy of sharing such moments with close friends. He thanks Todd for his hospitality and support throughout the trip, emphasizing that the experience was about more than just harvesting a deer—it was about creating lasting memories with good friends in the great outdoors.
