A dream realized

Austin Scott and day Marty with Austin's 5x5 bull elk and Austin with his first turkey

Photos courtesy of Leigh Anne and Marty Scott

Seven-year-old Austin Scott is creating memories in rapid succession. In the last year, he killed his first rabbit, an alligator with a crossbow, four deer, a turkey and an elk. What a year!Thanks to the help of Brad Jone and the Outdoor Dream Foundation he has been able to enjoy some great adventures.

Austin learned to shoot a .22 caliber rifle and then graduated to a Thompson Center 7mm-08 that was customized by Jarrett Rifles of South Carolina. He used this rifle to take his elk after a 500 yard stalk. He shot it at 130 yards and it only traveled 20 yards. His guide said that he couldn't have done any better himself.

Austin has gone through a lot in his short lifetime. He has battled leukemia, chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant to reach this point. Currently, he is in remission for three years.Leigh Anne and Marty have encouraged Austin to live life as normally as possible and Marty says that they are thankful for the experiences that the Outdoor Dream Foundation has made possible.

We made acquaintance with Bobby Revels, Austin's grandfather, several years ago and have been praying for Austin and following his progress. We are delighted that he is doing well and enjoying the outdoor sports.

Way to go Austin!!!! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.