Ty Scores in Eastern Michigan!

Ty with his 2011 Michigan archery buck.

On the morning of November 6th, anticipations were high as Ty climbed into one of his favorite sets. On a farm his family has called “Patenaws” was renamed in recent years to “Buck Factory” because of the number of bucks seen from time to time in one sitting. Before November 6th 2011 the record stood at 13 different bucks. On this day, Ty was able to count 15!

Sitting 28 feet high over a ditch loaded with apple trees, 30 yards of CRP lining each side and located right in the middle of 4 standing corn fields, Ty liked his chances.

At first light a few small buck were seen pushing does in the distance. Not long after, Ty whispered to his cameraman Kevin Ouvry that he heard some rustling in the nearby corn. Within a matter of minutes it sounded like an all out war as one doe ran for safety being followed by 8 different bucks! Within seconds the doe had brought the bucks into the CRP below the hunters. After careful consideration, Ty confirmed none of the bucks were over 2 1/2 years old but knew the commotion may spark the interest of more deer in the area. Sure enough, 3 more bucks came from behind and Ty heard Kevin whisper “shooter”. As the buck approached from behind Ty readied for the shot. As the buck passed by, Ty found a small opening through the brush and branches and released is arrow. Ty watched the Tracer nock on his Easton ST Axis tipped with a Reign broadhead disappear through the deers chest. The two were able to watch as the buck ran only 90 yards and expired.

Recovery is always a family affair for Ty and the rest of the day was spent celebrating and being thankful for a successful start to the season!