First Annual Buck Pole 2025 Recap

A huge thank you to everyone who came out, supported, and participated in our first-ever Buck Pole! Your energy and community spirit made it a day to remember.

Interested in sponsoring our second annual Buck Pole in 2026?
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A roasted pig lying on a metal grill inside an oven or smoker.
Three men are standing together in a bar or music venue, engaged in conversation. One is holding a drink, all three are smiling or laughing. Musical instruments and equipment are visible in the background.
Bright orange Buck and Doe beanies with embroidered logo of a buck's head, trees, and sunset.
A dark gray hoodie with a white graphic of a deer head and the words 'POINT BUCK' beneath it, hanging on a white hanger against a wooden wall. Part of a green T-shirt with the same deer graphic is visible next to it.
Man and woman stand behind a table with a mounted deer head, holding deer antlers, in front of a backdrop with logos. The man wears a black jacket and camo hat, and the woman wears a camo hoodie. The deer on the table has blood on its fur.
A dead buck deer with an antler, lying on its side on a table with a backdrop featuring a buck logo and various sponsor logos.
Two hunters wearing orange jackets skinning a recently hunted deer in a wooded area, with one person holding the deer's head and the other preparing to cut.
People working with deer on a ladder in outdoor setting, possibly for tagging or medical examination, with trees in the background.
Four beer tap handles with different labels, standing in a row against a wooden wall, with a wine bottle and a box of plastic straws below.
A man wearing sunglasses, a hoodie that says 'DEEP WEAR REPEAT,' and gloves is grilling food on an outdoor barbecue grill. The grill is on a grassy area, with various supplies and people visible in the background.
A man wearing sunglasses, a hoodie, and gloves preparing beef on an outdoor grill, with large cuts of beef cooking on the grill.
Person removing meat from a large cooked fish with gloves.
Person wearing gloves and a brown hoodie preparing a smoked whole pig on a grill, removing the cooked meat from the pig's carcass.
A girl in glasses being interviewed by a man holding a microphone, with two women standing beside her, outside a building during dusk.
Three young women standing outside in cool weather, smiling at the camera. They are dressed in casual winter clothing, with two wearing orange hoodies and the third in a black jacket with a Carhartt logo. One woman has a grey beanie, and the other tw
Two people standing near a firepit at night on a beach, smiling and holding drinks, with picnic tables in the background.
Several hanging deer carcasses with antlers, wrapped in plastic and tied with wires, hanging from a wooden frame outdoors at night.
Two young women wearing orange hoodies, one holding a checkered jacket, standing at a bar with plastic cups, at night, with other people in the background.
A man in an orange shirt pouring alcohol from a bottle into a glass filled with ice at a lively bar or party.
A man wearing a blue Adidas tracksuit, a blue bucket hat, sunglasses, and pink gloves, playing an electric bass guitar on stage with colorful lights and equipment in the background.
A man wearing a blue bucket hat, sunglasses, and a blue tracksuit playing a bass guitar on stage with a drum set and colorful lights in the background.
A singer with curly hair wearing a colorful tulle skirt, neon tights, and a red jacket performs on stage under vibrant stage lights, with musical instruments around.
A musician wearing an orange jacket, black pants with orange stripes, and sneakers, playing a keyboard on stage with bright lights in the background.
Three young women standing together in front of a backdrop with logos, wearing orange hoodies and black jackets, smiling for a photo at an outdoor event.
A woman with curly blonde hair wearing a brown vest and orange jacket serves beer at an outdoor bar at night.
Taxidermy deer head with antlers on a table with a blue tag that says 'Old Show Wound.' Background has a banner with logos and text, and a pair of shoes on the ground.
A dead deer with antlers lying on a table, with a blue tag that reads 'D10 Shadowood.'
A man with glasses, a beard, and a shaved head kneeling and examining a mounted deer head with antlers, indoors at a gathering with other people, some wearing camouflage, in a rustic setting.
Dead deer with antlers tied with a rope, laying on a trailer hitch.
Man on a ladder with several harvested deer hanging from a wooden frame at night.
Group of hunters display freshly hunted deer hanging from a wooden frame at night, with some hunters inspecting the animals.
Display of hunting-themed branded apparel including hoodies, t-shirts, and accessories at an outdoor market or event.
Group photo of five people outdoors at night. Two adult men, one woman, and two young boys. The man on the left is holding a toddler girl wearing a brown beanie, while a young boy stands in front. The other two adults are smiling, with the woman cros
A step and repeat banner with multiple logos, featuring a central graphic of a deer with antlers, trees, and a sunburst design, and the text 'Buck Pole Coaches Pub & Grill' below it.
People socializing at a hunting lodge event with mounted deer and moose heads displayed on the wall.
Child on adult's shoulders during a hunting event, with game animals hanging from a post and a promotional banner in the background.
A mounted deer head with antlers labeled 'Tomlin' on a blue tag, resting on a pink surface.
People gathered at night viewing deer mounts hung on a wooden frame during a hunting event.
People at an outdoor event desk distributing gift bags, with an RV in the background and some people wearing Buck P Fire baseball jerseys and hoodies.
People gathered around outdoor deer carcasses hanging on a wooden structure at night.
A young boy in camouflage clothing is smiling and kneeling behind a mounted deer with antlers. The boy is holding the deer’s antlers and there is a green tag on the deer’s ear with the number 014 and the word "quail." The background features a step-a
A young boy in camouflage clothing smiling behind a mounted deer head with antlers, on a display platform at an event, with a step and a backdrop featuring various sponsor logos in the background.
Group of people gathered around a campfire on sandy ground at night, sitting on wooden logs, with some holding drinks and talking, in an outdoor setting with a tent in the background.
A woman singing into a microphone on stage with a drummer and colorful lighting.
A man wearing a blue athletic jacket, matching pants, a bucket hat, and sunglasses is playing an electric guitar on stage. There is a microphone in front of him, and musical equipment including a keyboard and electronic devices are visible around him
A large group of people, including children and adults, assembled inside a spacious tent for a social event or celebration, with some children dancing or standing in the foreground and more people mingling in the background.
Group of five people smiling at an outdoor event at night, some holding drinks, with tents and wooden structures in the background.
A woman in hunting gear standing next to a harvested deer with a backdrop showing multiple sponsor logos, including Ben Hall Law, GreenStone, and Thrivent, indoors at a hunting exhibition or event.
Multiple mounted deer heads displayed on a wall, with a person's leg visible on the right side and a sign that reads "Sponsored By: Retro Duck" in the center.
Two men cleaning a deer with antlers, hanging on a ladder at night.
Deer carcasses hung on a rack at a hunting event, with people in the background, some holding children.
People inspecting freshly hunted deer hanging on a wooden rack at night.
A deer skull with antlers placed on a table, decorated with a gray ribbon and a small decorative object, with a name tag that says 'Jayden Lilo' attached to the antlers.
People dancing and socializing under a large tent at a social event or party.
People dancing and enjoying music at a concert or festival under a large tent, some raising their hands and holding drinks.
A female vocalist wearing sunglasses, a pink jacket, and a colorful tutu sings into a microphone on stage. Two other musicians in brightly colored tracksuits are seen in the background playing instruments.
Two men smiling at an outdoor event at night, wearing orange hoodies under brown and black jackets, one holding a fork and chest and the other holding a plastic cup of beer.
A bartender wearing an orange shirt interacts with two women at a bar in a wooden-lined establishment. One woman has a large white flower in her hair.
People dancing and socializing at a lively indoor party with a stage and band playing music.
Crowd of people dancing and enjoying live music under a large tent at night.
People dancing and socializing under a large white event tent with a stage and sound equipment.
A young boy in camouflage jacket and cap fist bumps an adult in a brown sweater, while a group of smiling people watch and take photos indoors.
Group of people socializing inside a large tent, some holding drinks. The scene includes men and women dressed in casual and outdoor attire, with some wearing camouflage clothing, suggesting an outdoor or hunting-themed gathering.
A man with a grey beard is speaking into a microphone on stage, while another man in a camo hoodie and baseball cap holds a drink and smiles. Two people are in the background, one in an orange jacket and one in a black jacket, with equipment and stag
Group of people gathered under a tent, some smiling and holding drinks, at a social outdoor event.
A young man in camouflage clothing holding tickets stands in front of a large white banner with logos and text, including "Winner's Circle," "Buck Pole,” and “Ben H. Law.”
A young man in camouflage clothing holding a blue ticket and standing next to a man in a white hoodie pointing at him. They are outdoors in front of a large banner that reads 'Winner's Circle' and features a buck deer logo with the text 'Buck Pole'.
Woman crouching in front of a large banner with a deer logo, wearing a white beanie and camouflage jacket, smiling, with gifts and a bottle on the ground.
A girl holding a compound bow and arrow standing outdoors in front of a large banner with the words 'Winner's Circle' and a logo that says 'Buck Pole'. There is a boxed portable hunting chair on the ground in front of her.
A man holding an award and a framed certificate standing in front of a banner that reads 'Winner's Circle' at Buck Pole Coaches Sporting Clays event. The banner features a buck's head with antlers.
A man in camouflage hoodie and orange cap holding a boxed chair, standing in front of a banner with logos and text.
Three smiling young girls sitting at a blue picnic table in a park at night.
A young man in camo clothing holding the antlers of a dead deer, sitting in front of a backdrop with logos, with the deer lying down.
Person hanging a deer head on a wooden rack, with two other deer heads already mounted on the rack, at night.
A man with glasses and a beard, smiling and holding a deer antler, standing next to a mounted deer head on a table. The man is wearing a black hoodie with a Carhartt logo. The background shows a banner with logos and the words 'Buck Pole' and 'thrive
A woman smiling at a hunting event, holding a large deer with antlers. She is standing in front of a backdrop with logos for GreenStone, Ben Hall Law, and Buck Pole Coaches.
Family of four standing in front of a backdrop with logos, including a deer with antlers, and smiling at the camera.
A man wearing a gray hoodie and orange cap holding antlers of a deer with a blue tag, standing behind the deer on a table in front of a step and repeat banner with various sponsor logos.
Orange drawstring bags with a logo of a deer head and trees, featuring the text 'Buck Pole Coach's Pub & Grill'.
A young girl holding antlers standing behind a harvested deer with antlers, at a hunting or outdoor event.
A woman in outdoor gear holding a harvested deer with antlers, standing in front of a hunting-themed backdrop with logos and a deer graphic.
A young man in camouflage hoodie and an orange cap holding antlers of a deceased deer with a backdrop featuring various sponsor logos.
Hunters displaying freshly hunted deer carcasses hanging from a wooden frame.
A man with a beard and camouflage cap smiling while holding large deer antlers attached to a deceased deer. The deer has a saddle or outfit on its head, with a tag that says 'LIO'. The man is wearing a gray T-shirt with a farm logo and is kneeling be
Person wearing a blue tracksuit with white stripes, playing a pink electric guitar on stage. Part of a drum set and someone in a pink jacket with colorful attire are visible in the background.
A band of four musicians performing on stage with colorful clothing, sunglasses, and playing instruments inside a tent or covered area.
Group of smiling women hugging and holding drinks at a social event under a tent
Deer hanging on a wooden display at a marketplace or festival
Group of six people outdoors at night, dressed in outdoor or hunting gear, with some holding drinks, smiling for the camera.
A young boy in camouflage clothing and an orange vest holding antlers, standing outdoors at night with other hunters.
Four women smiling and holding drinks at a bar with a sports game on TV in the background, surrounded by other patrons.
Crowd of people at a concert or live event inside a large tent, facing a stage with performers and sound equipment.
A young boy and an older man are on stage, making hand gestures and smiling. The boy is wearing a camouflage jacket and cap, while the man is in a black jacket, holding a microphone. The background shows musical instruments including drums.
Group of five people standing outdoors in front of a white banner that reads 'Winner's Circle' and 'Buck Pole Coaches'. The group includes two young girls, two young men, and an older man, all dressed in camouflage or outdoor hunting gear. The scene
Two men standing in front of a banner that reads "Winner's Circle" and "Law." The left man is dressed in camouflage clothing and is holding a blue certificate. The right man is wearing a baseball cap and a white hoodie with the "Busch Light" logo, po
A young boy in camouflage clothing holding a book and a package, standing in front of a large white banner with the text 'Winner's Circle' and the logo for Buck Pole Coach. The banner also displays the name 'Ben H.' and 'Law'. The boy is smiling and

 FAQs

  • It will be free entry until 7pm. We will have food and drinks available for purchase, including a beer tent for adults 21+, and a Pig Roast serving Pulled Pork Sandwiches and a Bag of Chips! After 7:00pm we will be collecting a $10 entrance fee.

  • We will begin taking deer at 10:00am on November 15th, we will stop accepting deer at 9pm

  • NO! This is a family and community event aimed at getting kids outdoors, introducing people to hunting, and fostering fun. This is not a serious competition, and by registering, everyone must agree to participate in a friendly, respectful manner and not exhibit aggressive or overly competitive behavior.

  • We are hosting the 1st Annual Buck Pole to encourage children to get outdoors and connect with nature, while celebrating one of Michigan's great traditions—hunting. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Michigan Out-of-Doors Youth Camp, operated by Michigan United Conservation Clubs (MUCC), which educates the next generation of conservation stewards. MUCC’s mission is to unite citizens to conserve, protect, and enhance our natural resources and outdoor heritage. This family-friendly, easygoing event is all about fun, community, and fostering a love for the outdoors.

  • We have three different categories for winning: 16 and Under, 17 and over, and the peoples choice deer. We will be announcing how we are deciding on each winner soon.

  • A Buck Pole is a cherished tradition in Michigan’s hunting community, where hunters gather to proudly display and share their legally harvested deer. Typically held after the opening of firearm season, it’s a social event where deer are hung on a pole or structure for all to see, often accompanied by friendly competition, storytelling, and celebration. At our 1st Annual Buck Pole at Coach's Pub & Grill, we’re putting a fun, family-oriented twist on this heritage—featuring a pig roast, live music, and categories for all ages—to introduce the next generation to the outdoors while honoring Michigan’s rich hunting legacy.

Flyer for Buck Pole Coach's Pub & Grill event featuring a deer illustration with antlers and trees background, date and time details, QR code, and sponsor logos.