02/19/2025
It Takes a Village
This past weekend, I had the privilege of working alongside an incredible group of veterans through the , helping to reconnect them with the outdoors through a West Texas hunt.
Moments like these remind me that almost everything in life—whether personal growth, professional success, or giving back—takes a village. None of us get where we’re going alone. It’s the support of a strong community, shared experiences, and a willingness to lift each other up that truly make the difference.
Case in point: when it came time to pack out a field-dressed axis deer over miles of unforgiving Texas terrain, the MAINFRAME pack proved to be the perfect tool for the job. Its rugged build and smart load distribution made the haul manageable, ensuring the hard work in the field paid off without breaking us down in the process. The right gear, much like the right people, can make all the difference.
A huge thank you to , , and and Talley Scope Rings for providing the best gear possible to make this hunt a success. Having gear that performs when it matters most made all the difference in ensuring a safe, ethical, and memorable hunt.
And of course, a massive thank you to everyone who played a role in making this weekend happen. From the organizers to the landowners, volunteers, and, most importantly, the veterans themselves—this experience wouldn’t have been possible without the collective effort of so many.
If you’ve ever had someone (or something) in your corner, pushing you forward, you know exactly what I mean. Let’s keep building that village for others.
