I was born on September 17, 1996 in Bay City, Texas. I spent my first 8 years of my life in Palacios, Texas prior to moving to Vernon, Texas. My parents are, Su and Dyke McMahen. My mother is a school teacher and my father is a Texas Game Warden. My earliest memories are of fishing in our pond, in the creek behind our house and in the Tres Palacios Bay. I have grown up around hunting and fishing my entire life and have a passion for the outdoors.
In moving to North Texas, I was introduced to many different opportunities. I have participated in Youth Hunts and Kid Fishes since I was in 2nd grade and have progressed from being a participant in the events to now being a guide.
I worked my 8th and 9th grade summers in Taylor Park, Colorado as a guide at Adventure Experiences, Inc. We took groups backpacking in the mountains, whitewater rafting, rock climbing and facilitated groups through the Challenge Course program. The next three summers, I worked for the W.T. Waggoner Estate, on the maintenance crew, maintaining the Santa Rosa Headquarters. During hunting season I worked in my off time as a deer, turkey, and waterfowl guide. With my father, we have trained our Labs to blood trail wounded animals and have helped many locals to recover their game.
I have participated in athletics, FFA, and FCA for all four years of High School. I am a 4 year Varsity Letterman in Track and Football. I’ve been a Regional Qualifier for all 4 years in discus. This year, our team won the District Championship in Football and I was selected as Defensive MVP of the District and First Team All-State Linebacker for 4A division 1 and 2. I have been blessed to receive a partial football scholarship to Midwestern State University, where I plan to major in Criminal Justice. With my degree in Criminal Justice degree, I am planning to pursue a career in law enforcement.
