Ep 16. The Limping Buck

Ted Nugent Spirit of the Wild is an American outdoor adventure television show that features the rockstar Ted Nugent on his hunting and fishing trips across various locations in the United States. The show is currently in its 28th season, and in episode 16, titled "The Limping Buck", Ted Nugent travels to his ranch in Michigan to track down a buck with a limp.

The episode begins with Nugent introducing his ranch and its inhabitants. Nugent's ranch is a wildlife sanctuary where over 80 different species of animals reside. Nugent has created this sanctuary to preserve and protect wildlife for future generations. Nugent believes in ethical hunting and only targets animals that have grown old or are injured. Nugent's first priority is to ensure the welfare of the animals.

On this trip, Nugent has identified a mature buck with a limp that needs to be taken out. Nugent tells the audience that a buck with a limp is an easy prey for predators, and it's essential to take him out to prevent him from suffering. Nugent gets his gear ready and sets out to track the buck.

Nugent is accompanied by his friend, Jeff, who is an experienced hunter. Jeff tells Nugent that the buck may have a broken leg, based on the way he is limping. Nugent and Jeff track the buck and come across a small herd. Nugent observes that the injured buck is at the back of the herd, and he can take the shot without harming other animals. Nugent shoots the buck from a distance and makes a clean kill.

After taking down the buck, Nugent and Jeff examine the wounded animal. They realize that the buck had an old wound that had never healed, and probably got infected. Nugent explains that hunters have a responsibility to take care of the animals they hunt, and killing the wounded buck was the right thing to do. Nugent plans to donate the meat to a charity that feeds the homeless.

The episode also features Nugent's wife, Shemane, who is an accomplished hunter. Shemane talks about her experiences with hunting and how it brings her closer to nature. Shemane accompanies Nugent on a turkey hunt and successfully bags one. Shemane also shows the audience how to prepare wild turkey meat for a delicious meal.

In the latter part of the episode, Nugent goes on a fishing trip to catch bass. Nugent shares his tips and tricks for catching bass, including using the right lure and understanding the behavior of the fish. Nugent catches a few bass and shows the audience how to prepare them for a meal.

Overall, "The Limping Buck" episode of Ted Nugent Spirit of the Wild is a thrilling outdoor adventure that showcases ethical hunting practices and highlights the importance of wildlife conservation. Nugent's dedication to preserving wildlife and his passion for the outdoors make this show a must-watch for anyone who loves the great outdoors.