The 2024 Iowa whitetail hunt was a hunt that will be talked about for years to come, not only because of the incredible size of the buck taken but because it was a historic moment for our team. Known as BG, this colossal whitetail was a once-in-a-lifetime animal—so big that it shattered records and cemented itself as the largest buck ever taken in RH history. What started as a regular hunt soon turned into a quest for one of the most legendary whitetails the area had ever seen.
It all began early in the season when trail cameras started picking up signs of a truly massive buck—BG. His rack was unlike anything the area had seen before, with incredibly wide beams, long tines, and antlers that seemed to stretch on forever. We knew this deer was something special, and the team quickly began formulating a plan to track him down.
As the rut approached, we scouted relentlessly, studying the deer’s movements and looking for any sign of his presence. The challenge wasn’t just BG’s size but his incredible intelligence. He had survived for years, avoiding hunters and slipping through the woods without a trace. His ability to move undetected made him nearly impossible to track. But we didn’t give up—we were determined to make this hunt one for the history books.
After weeks of scouting and careful planning, we finally got our break. On a crisp November morning, everything aligned. We had positioned ourselves near one of BG’s known feeding areas, where he had been spotted multiple times. As the sun began to rise, the forest around us came alive. A quiet rustle of leaves, and then there he was—BG himself, stepping into view.
His size was even more breathtaking in person, and for a moment, it felt like time had slowed down. Every hunter knows the feeling of the perfect moment, and this was it. With steady hands and controlled breath, I drew my bow, aimed, and released. The arrow flew true, striking its mark. It didn’t take long to track him down, and when we did, we couldn’t believe our eyes.
BG was massive—truly a record-breaker. His antlers were beyond what we had ever imagined, making him the biggest buck in RH history. This hunt wasn’t just about the trophy; it was about the journey, the strategy, and the persistence that led us to this incredible moment. The 2024 Iowa whitetail hunt will forever be a highlight in the history of our hunting team, with BG standing as a testament to the power and beauty of the whitetail deer.
