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Roger owns and operates BKS productions and also produces the extremely popular television show Roger Raglin Outdoors. Roger makes northeastern Oklahoma his home and lives near Coweta. He and his wife Darlene have five children. They also have four grandchildren.
In 1987 with a growing list of hunting accomplishments already under his belt,
Roger had scheduled four fall hunting trips in an attempt to shoot a single
season North American deer slam. However upon the suggestion of one of his guides,
Arizona resident Duane Adams, Roger ended up also shooting his hunts with a
camera behind him. That whole thing seemed to be a pretty good fit for Roger.
The events that would follow that initial whim are now history.
With nearly 60 full featured hunting DVD's on the market, BKS Productions represents
one of the largest active video production companies in America. BKS tapes are
distributed by every major outlet including, Bass Pro, Walmart, Gander Mountain,
Cabelas, Dick's Sporting, Academy, Shields, to name a few. It is also impossible
to walk into any rental outlet that carries hunting videos and NOT find Roger's
tapes. In fact ask the clerk in attendance whose tapes are the most popular
and invariably more times than not their response will be, "Roger Raglin's
BKS Tapes."
The formula for Roger's success is quite simple - good wholesome entertainment
that the entire family can watch; ethical and safe hunting practices; clean
kill scenes; broadcast quality camera work; top professional production value;
and perhaps most importantly there is Roger himself.
The enthusiasm, drive and excitement that Roger delivers on camera is truly
contagious. His patented, "Jiminy Christmas" saying is loved and repeated
by the many thousands who have followed BKS tapes over the years. Roger's humor
is natural, his devotion to the sport of hunting is genuine and his knowledge
and expertise as an outdoorsman and hunter are exemplary. His record speaks
for itself:
An accomplished marksman with rifle, bow and black powder weapons.
Roger has taken over 100 bucks that score 130 B&C points or better; 62 bucks scoring over 140; 25 scoring over 160; 7 top the 170 mark and Roger's biggest whitetail scores just a hair over 220 B&C points.
Legally harvested whitetails in 27 different U.S. states, 4 Canadian Provinces,
spanning 5 time zones
13 different Safari Club International world records (past/present)
Over 180 different record class SCI trophies
Numerous safaris to Africa/Australia; including 60" Kudu (bow), 50" Cape Buffalo (muzzleloader)
Currently holds #1 non-typical whitetail and #2 typical whitetail with bow for
SCI
Holds 8 North American whitetail slams, 3 bow slams, and 2 North American deer
slams; plus the world slam of Buffalo
It isn’t hard to figure out how Roger has come to be affectionately known
as, ‘America’s Whitetail Deer Hunter’. His big buck collection
is recognized industry wide - by those in the know- as being the best group
of bucks taken by a single hunter anywhere in the world. The whitetail section
of Roger’s trophy room, or better known as ‘THE WALL’, now
contains over 100 trophy bucks. The 70 shoulder mounts average a phenomenal
150 Boone & Crockett points! That is incredible in itself. However, Roger
has never allowed himself to be pulled away from his basic roots of simply enjoying
the hunt regardless of the size of the buck that’s harvested. The ability
to have been able to maintain that type of attitude and spirit over the years
is why people from all walks of life, all classes, all races, continue to be
admirers and followers of Roger Raglin and his "BEST KEPT SECRETS" video series.
Along with being a talented and knowledgable hunter, Roger is also well educated,
holding a Bachelors degree from Southwestern 76', and Masters degrees from Southern
Nazarene University 79' and the prestigeous Duke University 81'. Complimenting
Roger's Education is his outstanding music talent. Roger is an accomplished
pianist in classical, jazz and gospel.
His dynamic style and uncanny humor makes Roger a sought after seminar speaker
not only within the hunting industry but the corporate world as well. Roger
has been the key note speaker at dozens of 'Deer Classics' all across the country.
This includes such established shows as the Dixie Deer Classic in Raleigh, North
Carolina, the Buckorama in Atlanta, Georgia, L.L. Bean Fall Expo, the Hoosier
Deer Classic in Indianapolis, Indiana and many more.
Roger also host and produces his own television show, Roger Raglin Outdoors seen in the third and fourth quarters on the Outdoor Channel. One of the most popular shows on that network, Roger Raglin Outdoors continues to air with high ratings and to the praises of the viewing audience; including fan favorite nominations. His show is sponsored by some of the strongest and most respected companies in the hunting industry.
Since 1992, Roger has also developed his own line of personal products that include deer lures and calls.
Whitetail Maniac 150 - interdigital gland mixture with doe urine
Whitetail Maniac 155 - tarsal gland mixture with doe urine
Whitetail Maniac Down & Dirty cover up scent
Whitetail Maniac Buck Mud - pre-orbital gland mixture
Whitetail Maniac Penetrator Buck Call
Whitetail Maniac Hands Free Buck Call/Doe Call
Whitetail Maniac Deer Killer Kits - Buck or Doe
If you are interested in any aspect of Roger's business please feel free to
contact him at any of the numbers or addresses below.
Roger Raglin
1-800-876-2825
BKS Productions
P.O. Box 55175
Tulsa, OK 74155 |
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