Another year has just about come and gone, but I wanted to drop a note here about gratitude, before the end of the year.

Right off the rip, I want to express my gratitude for my family and my health. My family has always shown me an uncanny level of support no matter what endeavor I take on. It’s important to slow down and realize these things. Life is fast. In all of that chaos, seeing what’s truly important, I will admit, can be difficult at times. As for health, the older I get the more value I seem to put on health. When I was younger it wasn’t a thing in my mind. Now? I think about it everyday and am beyond grateful to have the physical and mental ability to do the things I love. This is a constant chase for me now.

Josh Kirchner from Dialed in Hunter antelope hunting in Idaho

Speaking of chase, we often, myself included, tend to focus on chasing to better our current situation. Maybe it’s buying a new house or striving for a new job? Don’t get me wrong. I’m all for progress. However, there are times when we focus so much on said progress in the future, that we fail to appreciate the current. You’re likely much luckier than you think and there are probably quite a few folks who would love to be in your shoes. So, don’t lose sight of growth, but never forget where your roots are planted right now.

I spent a load of time in the mountains this year. From January and clear through most of November I got to chase my dreams. A huge reason I get to do this is because of YOU. Your support through the years has grown Dialed in Hunter into something I only imagined when I started this thing. So from the bottom of my heart, thank you. It means the world to me that you all take the time to read my writing and watch my videos.

Eyes are on 2026. Here’s to a prosperous year, and fruitful hunting season!

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