Show Notes
In this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast, host Dan Johnson interviews Kevin Creeley, a firefighter and avid hunter from Virginia. They discuss Kevin's career as a firefighter and how it allows him to have a flexible schedule for hunting. Kevin shares his journey into hunting, starting with fishing with his grandmother and then transitioning to dog hunting and muzzleloader hunting. He eventually became interested in bow hunting and joined a hunting club where he learned from experienced bow hunters. Kevin also talks about the importance of equipment and gaining confidence in archery. In this conversation, Kevin Creeley shares his experiences hunting in Virginia, specifically focusing on hunt clubs and the unique challenges and benefits they offer. He discusses the dynamics of hunt clubs, including the allocation of hunting spots and the positive and negative aspects of being a member. Kevin also talks about the different terrains in Western and Coastal Virginia and how they impact deer behavior. He touches on out-of-state hunts and his goals for the future, as well as his experiences hunting sea ka deer on the Eastern Shore. Overall, Kevin provides valuable insights into the hunting opportunities and experiences available in Virginia.
Takeaways:
- Being a firefighter allows Kevin to have a flexible schedule for hunting.
- Kevin started his hunting journey with fishing and then transitioned to dog hunting and muzzleloader hunting.
- He gained confidence in archery by practicing and learning about equipment.
- Joining a hunting club and learning from experienced bow hunters helped Kevin improve his hunting skills. Hunt clubs in Virginia have both positive and negative aspects, including the allocation of hunting spots and the potential for secrecy and favoritism.
- The terrains in Western and Coastal Virginia differ, with Western Virginia offering more diverse food sources and potentially larger bucks.
- Out-of-state hunts provide unique opportunities to explore different terrains and hunting styles.
- Sea ka deer hunting on the Eastern Shore of Virginia is a thrilling experience, with aggressive deer behavior and unique hunting techniques.
- Virginia offers a wide range of hunting opportunities, including deer, turkeys, ducks, and sea ka deer.
