Beka Garris: Traditional Bowhunter, Outdoor Writer & Family Huntress

Who is Beka Garris? Beka Garris is a traditional bowhunter, outdoor lifestyle influencer, blogger, and freelance writer based in Southern Ohio. With over a decade of experience in outdoor writing, she has become a prominent voice in the hunting community, especially among advocates of traditional archery and ethical hunting. Regular contributor to Outdoor Life since 2020 Featured on the cover of Outdoor Life's "Traditions" issue (August 2021) Focuses on hunting, fishing, traditional gear, and parenting in the outdoors Traditional Bowhunting Advocate Beka is a passionate advocate for traditional bowhunting, using instinctive shooting techniques with a recurve or longbow. She transitioned from compound bows to traditional equipment in her mid-20s. Uses recurve bows and longbows Avoids modern optics and releases Promotes ethical, close-range hunting Partners with brands like Bear Archery and 3Rivers Archery as an influencer Preferred Game and Hunting Styles Her hunting style emphasizes simplicity, skill, and ethical pursuit. Beka hunts both solo and with her daughter, often incorporating motherhood into her adventures. Primary species hunted: Whitetail deer Wild turkey Squirrels and rabbits Carp and gar (via bowfishing) Notable hunting methods: Tree stand hunting Still hunting Bowfishing from the shore or small boats Favorite Hunting Locations She primarily hunts in the rural and wooded regions of Southern Ohio, but her experience also includes the forests of Northern New Jersey. Southern Ohio: farmland, hardwood forests, riverbanks Northern New Jersey: early hunting roots and family traditions Weapons and Gear Beka Garris is known for her minimalist and traditional setup, relying on time-tested tools and techniques. Longbows and recurves (Bear Archery, 3Rivers Archery) Handmade or instinctive arrow setups No mechanical releases or modern optics Focused on instinctive shooting Trophies and Notable Harvests Her most recognized harvests highlight both skill and the integration of family into her lifestyle. Mature whitetail bucks Wild turkeys taken with traditional gear A coyote harvested with a recurve bow Deer shot while carrying her infant daughter Family and Outdoor Life Beka is a strong advocate for raising children close to nature and believes that the outdoors builds resilience and character. Involves her daughter Isabella in hunting and scouting trips Shares parenting tips for outdoor families Sells guides and archery gear for kids Promotes "feral parenting" lifestyle Publications and Media Presence Beka's work and persona are featured widely across hunting platforms and magazines. As an outdoor influencer, she connects deeply with her audience through transparent storytelling and practical content. Featured in: Outdoor Life Bowhunting.com Deer & Deer Hunting Mossy Oak Grand View Outdoors Topics covered: Traditional archery and gear Hunting tips and ethics Wild game recipes Parenting in the wild Why Follow Beka Garris? For hunters seeking inspiration through tradition, authenticity, and family values, Beka Garris is a leading voice in the modern outdoor movement. Expert in traditional bowhunting Family-oriented outdoor content Strong ethics and conservation mindset Relatable, real-world hunting advice Respected influencer in the hunting and outdoor community Beka Garris's Instagram (101k followers): @bekagarris