A 26 point non-typical whitetail on our Mississippi farm on the Big Black River in Carroll County. I first saw him when I was 8. I hunted him constantly for 2-3 years. I never saw him when I had my shotgun or rifle. But saw him regularly when I didn't have a gun...riding my horse, dirtbike, in the truck/tractor with my dad or grandfather, etc. Knew his favorite bedding areas and travel routes. It was thrilling every time I hunted because I just knew it was going to be the day. Even resorted to parking a tractor and a grain trailer in various fields, but no luck.

Neighbor across the river got him I think in 1979 or 1980. MS Game and Fish published an article and photo of the deer. Still have a copy. I called him Ole Grandad. That deer had my #. I'll post a picture tomorrow.


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