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Moses Lake Buck Hunt: A Washington Mule Deer Hunt

Hunter: Beverly Frick
Story by: Scott Frick
Species: Mule Deer
Location: Moses Lake, Washington
Method: Rifle

Beverly’s 2025 Moses Lake buck hunt started early on a crisp Saturday morning, the kind of morning where the desert air is cool enough to wake you up before the coffee does. We hiked in, settling into the rolling terrain and taking time to glass the open land that stretched out in front of us. It didn’t take long before the deer began to show themselves—dozens of does moving through the sage, a few smaller bucks feeding in the distance, and then, one old, rugged three-by-one buck with eye-guards that immediately caught Beverly’s eye.

He was unique—ancient looking, with a lopsided frame that told the story of many seasons survived. For a moment, Beverly seriously considered taking the shot. We even got him on video, standing broadside in what would’ve been the perfect setup. But the hunt had just begun, and we decided to wait and see what else the unit had to offer.

Months of Planning and a Tough Week

In the week leading up to this special hunt, Beverly had been fighting through severe symptoms from her chronic condition known as Crohn’s disease. The fatigue had been intense, making even simple days exhausting. But this hunt was something she had looked forward to for months—not just for the deer but for the experience. I had spent countless hours researching the unit from the moment the draw results were released, poring over maps, reports, and old scouting notes to make sure we had the best chance possible. Beverly’s sister-in-law showed up to be part of the hunt as well, adding even more support and excitement to the weekend.

A New Angle on Day Two

On the second day, we headed out again at first light, choosing to explore a new area. The morning was beautiful but empty—no movement, no deer, just quiet desert hills. By midday we decided to return to the area where we’d seen deer on opening day, but this time we approached from the opposite side to see what new angles might reveal.

We hiked a half mile into the rolling hills, following sandy draws and sage-covered ridges until we found a good vantage point on the hillside. It felt like the perfect glassing perch, so we settled in, ready for a long evening. After about fifteen minutes of scanning, we took a quick rest, reorganizing gear and settling deeper into our spots.

And then—out of nowhere—Beverly burst out, “I’ve got one!”

One Shot in the Desert Hills

She had spotted a buck. A good one. Excitement shot through us as Beverly relayed the location. I locked onto the deer, ranged it, and got the buck framed on camera. Beverly positioned herself behind the rifle while I helped finalize the setup. After calculating the windage, double-checking the yardage, and dialing in the scope, everything felt right.

With calm determination—despite the fatigue she’d been battling all week—Beverly squeezed the trigger.

A perfect hit.

The nice three-by-three mule deer dropped cleanly, a beautiful and ethical one-shot kill in the quiet desert hills of Moses Lake.

A Hunt Worth Telling Again and Again

It was the kind of moment hunters dream of: patience rewarded, teamwork fulfilled, and the memory of a tough week transformed into an unforgettable victory. Beverly’s 2025 Moses Lake buck hunt will be one that the two of us will look back on for years—with pride, gratitude, and a story worth telling again and again.

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