Cameron Hanes - Keep Hammering Collective KHC 152 - Wounding
Oct 20, 2025
Dive into the serious conversation surrounding wounding in hunting with insights on ethics and responsibility. Discover the differences between bow and rifle shooting, and how shot placement affects recovery. Learn to identify fatal versus superficial wounds through blood analysis and tracking techniques. Cam shares personal stories that highlight the importance of discipline in shot selection and the stigma around discussing wounding. Equip yourself with tips on broadhead choices and maintaining accountability in the field.
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Arrow Fragment Recovered Weeks Later
- Cam shot a bull that ended up with only part of the arrow inside and a fragment later found in the bull two weeks later.
- He tracked, gave up temporarily, returned and eventually recovered the same bull later in the season.
Use Blood To Guide Tracking Decisions
- Track and blood-trail immediately after a shot; blood type and pattern tell you wound severity.
- Learn to distinguish muscle, liver, gut, and arterial blood to decide whether to give time or pursue.
Give Liver And Gut Shots Time
- Give liver or gut-shot animals appropriate time (hours) before checking; pushing often ruins recovery chances.
- Be quiet and plan a return (often first light) to increase recovery odds and preserve meat.