Some stories don’t start in the woods—they start with family, hard work, and a few twists life throws along the way. Forrest Been of Arkansas knows that better than most. A husband, stepdad, veteran, and roofing contractor, Forrest has lived a life built on grit and balance. From learning the ropes of trapping alongside his grandfather to competing in family squirrel hunts on Thanksgiving mornings, his hunting roots run deep.
In this episode, Forrest opens up about what hunting means to him now—raising kids, chasing mature bucks, and making the switch to bowhunting after years of gun hunts. He talks about the struggle and reward of getting close, the discipline that archery demands, and the one buck that kept him guessing for four seasons before he finally sealed the deal.
But this conversation isn’t just deer stories. Forrest shares his military journey as a mechanic in the Army Reserve, his hidden passion for art, and the role his wife and kids play in keeping him grounded. With campfire honesty, he reminds us that hunting isn’t just about trophies—it’s about the lessons, the laughs, and the legacies passed down.
Listen in for a mix of humility, humor, and hard-earned wisdom from a regular guy chasing big dreams in the Arkansas woods.
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