Jason Dean

Age: 26

Home: Spring Bay, IL

Occupation: Service technician, firefighter and EMT

How many days a year do you hunt? Over 100

Favorite piece of gear? I love all of my gear the same.

Gear you splurged on? Actually I haven't had to splurge on anything. I get everything reasonably priced.

Most memorable outing in Illinois? Killing my first deer with a bow.

What got you interested in hunting? My dad took me when I was young

How long have you been hunting? 15 years

Favorite species to hunt? Deer with a bow. I love the challenge of getting close.

What breed hunting dog do you have? Beagle

Favorite places to hunt in Illinois? Private ground and some state areas.

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