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  • Beau Martonik is joined by the western mountain man, Troy Pottenger. Troy has arguably killed more Boone & Crocket mountain bucks than anyone. They discuss doing whatever it takes, focusing on the late rut for the biggest bucks, tracking movement patterns of mature bucks in relation to does, the second rut, old logging cuts, finding pockets that hold the best deer, and much more!

    Topics:

    00:00:00 - Intro

    00:04:10 - Long drives and doing whatever it takes to succeed

    00:20:54 - Focusing on the late rut

    00:24:10 - Tracking the movement patterns of mature bucks in relation to does coming into heat

    00:31:07 - What age you can start using annual patterns on bucks

    00:37:10 - Why the biggest bucks let their guard down at the end of the rut

    00:48:10 - Second rut

    00:53:40 - Hunting old, old logging cuts

    01:02:10 - Playing the long game watching a buck for 4 years

    01:11:01 - Finding pockets that hold the best deer


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  • Beau Martonik is solo on this East Meets West Hunt podcast episode. He breaks down his 2024 Pennsylvania archery season, which was filled with encounters with big bucks and ultimately led to a filled tag on November 1st. He discusses fine-tuning specific spots, his mid-October cold front strategy, dealing with the heat, blown opportunities, getting aggressive, and much more!

    Topics:

    00:00:00 - Intro

    00:04:40 - Fine-tuning specific spots

    00:10:35 - Mid-October cold front strategy - Huge buck encounter inside bedding

    00:16:10 - Getting in tight during warm weather days

    00:24:48 - Swing and a miss…

    00:28:10 - Grunting in a nice 10 pt

    00:31:40 - Bowhunting is a game of inches (and seconds)

    00:36:60 - Taking it to the ground - Buck Down!

    00:44:30 - Family retrieval

    00:48:10 - Things can change any second


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  • Beau Martonik is joined by John Prokop. John resides in Pennsylvania and spends more time in the woods than 99% of other hunters, learning the habits of mountain bucks on public land. They discuss how shed hunting has helped John get on mature bucks, his 2023 7.5-year-old mountain buck, finding the right rut hunting setups near mast-producing trees, access in areas with a lot of acorns, rut magic, mast cycles, weather effects, and much more!

    Topics:

    00:00:00 - Intro

    00:06:07 - Introduction to John Prokop

    00:11:02 - How shed hunting has helped John get on mature bucks

    00:21:37 - 2023 Hunting season recap

    00:30:37 - 7.5 year old mountain buck during the rut

    00:35:57 - Finding rut hunting setups

    00:39:37 - Honing in on one area

    00:43:46 - How often to sit in one tree

    00:50:07 - Rut magic - 3 bucks on one ridge

    00:59:31 - Mast cycles and weather for predicting rut movement


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  • Beau Martonik is joined by Pennsylvania native, and rut hunting extraordinaire, Ryan Glitsky. Ryan has found consistent success hunting rutting mountain bucks over the years and has a simple approach to making the most of the rut. Topics include finding multiple doe bedding areas, historical data, the lockdown period, manipulating the spot, terrain/habitat diversity, and much more!

    Topics:

    00:00:00 - Introduction and Catching Up

    00:08:35 - Maximizing Rut Hunting Success: Finding Multiple Doe Bedding Areas

    00:17:39 - Identifying Key Hunting Locations

    00:24:33 - E-Scouting: Connecting the Dots for Successful Hunting

    00:31:47 - Focusing on the Rut: Increasing Hunting Success

    00:34:10 - Hunting a Specific Buck

    00:35:36 - Historical Data and Scouting

    00:38:42 - The Excitement of the Rut

    00:42:02 - The Lockdown Period

    00:47:10 - The Pressure of Being a Hunter

    00:54:23 - Appreciating the Moment

    01:00:51 - The Essence of Mobile Hunting

    01:03:08 - Manipulating the Spot

    01:04:56 - Finding Multiple Doe Bedding Areas

    01:07:20 - Terrain and Habitat Diversity

    01:10:04 - Post-Season Scouting

    01:16:58 - Failure as a Teacher

    01:23:36 - Enjoy Your Own Hunt


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  • Beau Martonik was joined by Brett Joy of Just Hunt Club at Hunstock in New York, where they gave a live presentation on their three-year trail camera strategy for long-term success. Brett hunts the mountains of New Hampshire and all over the country and uses annual data to help dictate the best hunting spots. They discuss their 3-year trail camera strategy, trail camera settings, the importance of scrapes in the big woods, rubs, analyzing data, e-scouting, patterning doe groups, stand placement for hunting the rut, accessing your stand, understanding wind and thermals, and much more!

    Topics:

    00:00:00 - Intro

    00:06:25 - Introduction to trail cameras

    00:09:15 - How I used cameras to aid in my best archery buck ever

    00:12:30 - How many trail cameras should you use per acreage?

    00:15:55 - Beau and Brett’s 3 Year Trail Camera Strategy

    00:22:08 - Year 1 Trail Camera Strategy

    00:26:00 - Solar panels, photo/video mode

    00:28:05 - Year 2 Trail Camera Strategy

    00:32:55 - Importance of scrapes in the big woods

    00:36:25 - Scrape examples from different times of the year

    00:38:49 - What kind of rubs to put trail cameras on

    00:40:55 - What kind of trails to put trail cameras on

    00:44:25 - Trail camera setup tips

    00:51:25 - Photo organization

    00:56:03 - How do you know where to hunt? Hunt plan overview

    00:59:40 - How Brett E-scouts to find the best hunting areas

    01:00:36 - Scouting boots on the ground efficiently

    01:02:56 - Patterning doe groups to predict the rut

    01:06:21 - Stand placement for hunting the rut

    01:13:55 - Finding the best way to access your stand

    01:14:54 - Understanding wind and thermals

    01:18:35 - Executing the hunt


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  • Beau Martonik is joined by Matt Lehr of the Mobile Hunter’s Dojo podcast. Matt is from Michigan but has found consistent success (including a 200”+ buck) out-of-state on public land with a simple approach. They discuss setting expectations, choosing a state, speed scouting, the best timeframe to hunt, the breakdown of his giant Illinois public land buck, visualization tactics, and much more!

    Topics:

    00:00:00 - Introduction

    00:06:00 - Intro to Matt Lehr

    00:08:22 - Setting Expectations and Goals for Out-of-State Trips

    00:10:28 - Adjusting Expectations Based on Location

    00:12:44 - Background and Introduction to the Mobile Hunters Dojo

    00:15:49 - The Importance of Avoiding Comparison in Hunting

    00:19:25 - Combining Tactical and Personal Development Conversations in the Podcast

    00:22:37 - Setting Realistic Expectations and Enjoying the Hunting Experience

    00:26:47 - Selecting States to Hunt: Factors to Consider

    00:31:15 - Scouting and Finding Bedding Areas

    00:35:24 - Optimal Timeframe for Hunting

    00:39:37 - Avoiding Comparison and Focusing on Personal Growth

    00:53:34 - The Benefits of a Mobile Hunting Setup

    01:02:24 - Scouting and Adjusting Strategies for Targeting Bucks

    01:06:30 - Setting Realistic Goals and Embracing Unexpected Opportunities

    01:12:39 - The Power of Visualization and Preparation

    01:18:48 - Embrace Personal Growth and Enjoy the Hunting Experience

    01:24:31 - The Value of Relationships and Support in Hunting


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  • Beau Martonik is joined by Tyler Martonik to recap their 2024 DIY Montana Archery Elk Hunt. Beau and Tyler doubled up on two great bulls throughout the 10-day hunt. They discuss what it’s like hunting in Breaks country, dealing with extreme hunting pressure, lessons learned with spot and stalking, Tyler’s bull story, Beau’s bull story, finding a mega-giant, a knife wound, and much more!

    Topics:

    00:00:00 - Intro - MBM, Timber Ninja Hurricane Helene update, other updates

    00:11:04 - What it’s Like Elk Hunting the Missouri River Breaks in Montana

    00:16:04 - Dealing with Extreme Hunting Pressure

    00:20:49 - Scheme for Naming Elk

    00:22:42 - First Stalk on “Fat Lip”

    00:26:58 - Beau Passing on a Younger 6x6

    00:31:04 - Finding the Mega-Giant Bull - Machine Bull Kelly

    00:39:59 - Timing the Stalk for the Most Consistent Winds

    00:42:47 - Tyler’s Successful Stalk on “Fat Lip” - a 7x7 Bull

    00:54:08 - Packing into the Hidden Valley for Machine Bull Kelly

    00:59:37 - October Rut Fest

    01:09:49 - Last Day, Last Chance - Bull Down!

    01:19:34 - Stabbing Myself with a Knife

    01:28:19 - Rattlesnake Knob         


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  • Beau Martonik is joined by houndsman and bowhunter Josh Ilderton of the Untamed. Josh is known for his unique style of hunting whitetails on the ground, but Josh is also a great houndsman. Beau joined Josh and the Untamed crew for an early season West Virginia bear hunt with hounds. They discuss how Josh got started bear hunting with hounds, Beau’s big bear, bear hunting responsibilities, hound hunting misconceptions, and much more!

    Topics:

    00:00:00 - Intro

    00:06:23 - Dragging Beau’s Bear Down a High Wall

    00:11:61 - How Josh Got Started Bear Hunting with Dogs

    00:19:48 - The Barrier to Entry to Hound Hunting

    00:26:23 - Treeing Beau’s Big Bear

    00:39:15 - Catch and Release

    00:48:37 - Why Hound Hunting for Bears is Important for Management

    00:57:38 - Bear Hunting Responsibilities

    01:02:23 - Hound Hunting Misconceptions

    01:17:03 - Guard the Gate      


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  • Beau Martonik is joined by traditional bowhunter, Chris Parrino. Chris has traveled the US and Canada, chasing adventure with a stickbow. They discuss getting into traditional bowhunting, obsession with hunting bears, ways to pay for hunting, challenging yourself, embracing the struggle, and a bunch of hunting stories mixed in between!

    Topics:

    00:00:00 - Intro

    00:04:14 - Podcast Kickoff

    00:32:30 - Bear Hunting Adventures

    00:36:45 - Elk Hunting Journeys

    00:43:26 - Moose Hunting Memories

    00:51:47 - Reflections on Hunting Experiences

    00:53:55 - Life Experiences Over Financial Security

    00:55:07 - The Joy of Hunting Memories

    00:59:39 - Learning from Unsuccessful Hunts

    01:03:59 - Social Media and Hunting Reality

    01:09:02 - The Challenge of Hunting

    01:13:03 - The Psychological Impact of Social Media

    01:20:41 - Late Season Hunting Strategies

    01:27:05 - Hunting as a Hobby

    01:38:34 - Closing Thoughts on Hunting Mindset


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  • Beau Martonik is joined by Zach Marcum of The Untamed. Zach is a West Virginia resident who is known for targeting a specific buck and getting it done on some giant mountain bucks. They discuss multiple stories of Zach successfully catching up with bucks, and some that had heartbreaking endings. You’ll hear the story of Candlesticks from last season, hunting a booner in a garhole, the buck who died from an old lady, and much more!

    Topics:

    00:00:00 - Intro

    00:05:09 - Welcome Back, Zach

    00:07:09 - New Adventures in West Virginia

    00:10:56 - Chasing Candlesticks: A Two-Year Journey

    00:19:38 - The Spot and Stalk Strategy

    00:34:11 - The Final Approach

    00:40:40 - The Shot: A Rollercoaster of Emotions

    00:47:05 - Celebrating Success with Family

    00:51:18 - Reflecting on the Journey

    00:55:34 - Smoker's Jacket Confessions

    00:57:15 - Hunting the Unforgiving Mountains

    00:59:17 - The Mystery of the Nomadic Deer

    01:02:11 - A Tale of the Big Buck

    01:08:03 - Discovering the Bedding Area

    01:14:02 - The Moment of Truth


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  • Beau Martonik is joined by Virginia hunter and artist, Michael Felts. Michael is a podcast listener who is consistently successful in hunting mountain bucks, simplifying tactics by looking for a particular terrain feature. They discuss hunting the steep mountains, identifying productive hunting spots, the ultimate terrain and vegetation combination, thick mountain laurel, muzzleloader hunting, past hunting stories, and much more!

    Topics:

    00:00:00 - Introduction

    00:08:32 - Growing Up and Getting into Hunting

    00:10:18 - Other Outdoor Activities and Artwork

    00:12:02 - Staying in Shape for Mountain Hunting

    00:12:12 - Transitioning to Mobile and Ground Hunting

    00:16:03 - Hunting Public Land and Finding Success

    00:17:43 - Memorable Buck Hunts in the Mountains

    00:24:20 - Identifying Productive Hunting Spots

    00:27:09 - Hunting in Draws and Thick Areas

    00:29:15 - The Importance of Friends and Family in Packing Out Bucks

    00:31:53 - Challenges and Rewards of Muzzleloader Hunting

    00:33:33 - Hunting in the Mountains and Public Lands

    00:36:12 - Navigating Dense Vegetation: Laurel and Rhododendron

    00:38:38 - Playing the wind and scent control

    00:42:32 - Exploring New Areas and Finding Hot Sign

    00:51:47 - Adapting Bow Hunting Strategies in the Mountains

    00:53:55 - Balancing Hunting with Other Hobbies


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  • Beau Martonik is joined by Steve Sherk of Sherk’s Guide Service. Steve hunts and guides on roughly 100,000 acres of public land in the mountains of Pennsylvania, spending almost everyday in the woods. They discuss how much he relies on historical data, what to do in a heavy mast crop year, using trail cameras for current year intel, why Steve loves hunting in the oaks, anticipating the fall shift, focusing on one timeframe, shot selection, Steve’s experience hunting a specific bed, and much more.

    Topics:

    00:06:06 - Welcome Back, Steve

    00:07:51 - Summer's End and Hunting Preparations

    00:10:13 - Family and Hunting Priorities

    00:10:58 - Insights on Guiding and Client Expectations

    00:12:59 - Trail Cameras and Hunting Strategies

    00:15:32 - Covering Ground and Deer Patterns

    00:18:30 - The Importance of Historical Data

    00:20:30 - Shifts in Deer Behavior

    00:25:40 - The Impact of Mast Crop Years

    00:27:55 - Hunting Strategies During the Rut

    00:30:43 - Adapting to Changing Conditions

    00:34:28 - The Role of Technology in Hunting

    00:39:08 - The Ideal Hunting Environment

    00:45:05 - Transitioning from Summer to Fall

    00:51:49 - Seasonal Shifts in Deer Behavior

    01:04:22 - The Role of Trail Cameras

    01:12:03 - Understanding Hunting Strategies

    01:23:09 - Making the Shot: Timing and Decisions

    01:32:30 - Learning from Experience and Mistakes


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  • Welcome to Gear Talk, a new series of the East Meets West Hunt podcast. The Gear Talk episodes will be short bonus episodes that dive into specific gear items Beau Martonik uses and why. In this episode, Beau and Kurt Martonik discuss bullet and caliber selection, diving into the different bullet types, intended use cases, and everything else to help you better decide the right bullet for the job.

    Let us know what gear items you have questions about and want to see in a future podcast! Send inquiries to [email protected] with the subject line saying Gear Talk.

    Topics:

    00:00:00 - Intro

    00:00:43 - Why bullet selection is so important

    00:06:18 - Solid lead bullets

    00:07:03 - Cup and core bullets

    00:09:23 - Bonded bullets

    00:10:28 - Partition bullets

    00:12:21 - Solid copper bullets

    00:18:39 - Match bullets

    00:23:43 - Following the marketing

    00:25:38 - Caliber selection


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  • Beau Martonik is joined by legendary Adirondack tracker, Joe DiNitto. Joe has spent his lifetime tracking bucks in the snow in vast wilderness areas throughout the northeast and Montana, with his average buck’s age being 6.5 years old. They discuss how to find a mature buck track in the wilderness, determining how fresh a buck track is, what a big buck track looks like, his process for following a track, realistic practice with your rifle, some hunting stories, and a lot more. This episode was recorded live from Huntstock in New York.

    Topics:

    00:00:00 - Intro

    00:10:19 - How to find a mature buck track in the wilderness

    00:15:36 - How to determine how fresh a buck track is

    00:19:04 - What a mature buck track looks like

    00:22:14 - Once you find a track, what’s next

    00:34:59 - You jumped the buck you’re tracking, what’s next?

    00:40:04 - Most memorable tracking story

    00:46:44 - Realistic practice - shooting your rifle

    00:53:59 - Iron sights vs. scopes


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  • Welcome to Gear Talk, a new series of the East Meets West Hunt podcast. The Gear Talk episodes will be short bonus episodes that dive into specific gear items Beau Martonik uses and why. In this episode, Beau discusses his backcountry food system that helps keep him energized, recovered, and healthy while elk hunting, moose hunting, and everywhere else.

    Let us know what gear items you have questions about and want to see in a future podcast! Send inquiries to [email protected] with the subject line saying Gear Talk.

    Topics:
    00:00:00 - Intro
    00:00:49 - Food System Strategies for Backcountry Hunts
    00:02:49 - Breakfast Choices for High Energy - Heather's Choice Buckwheat Breakfast (use code eastmeetswest for free shipping on Heather's Choice meals) or Peak Refuel Breakfast Skillet, MTN Ops Ignite and Hydrate packets, MTN Ops Biotics and Multivitamin (use code BEAU for 20% off MTN Ops products
    00:04:11 - Daily Snacking and Nutritional Needs - ProBar Meal, Heather's Choice Packaroons, Amazon Happy Belly Tropical Trail Mix, FATTY 2 oz meat stick, ProBar Protein Bars, Justin's Chocolate Hazelnut butter, Justin's Dark chocolate peanut butter cups
    00:04:21 - Special Dietary Considerations
    00:06:11 - Dinner Options for Sustained Energy - Heather's Choice Dinners

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  • Beau Martonik is joined by Matt Upgren of Northern Forest Whitetail. Matt has compiled over 10 years of trail camera data in Minnesota's north woods to help find the best dates and times to take off work and hunt the rut. They discuss the types of areas where Matt hunts, his remote deer camp, the importance of doe family groups, trail camera locations, the best dates to hunt for mature bucks, the most active times of the day for buck movement, staying alert on all day sits, and much more!

    Topics:

    00:00:00 - Intro

    00:06:39 - Background

    00:09:01 - Terrain and Vegetation in the Big Woods of northern Minnesota

    00:12:41 - The Importance of Doe Family Groups and Rut Funnels

    00:21:39 - Hunting Season and the Impact of Timber Wolves

    00:26:06 - The Unique Experience of Hunting in a Remote Deer Camp

    00:35:54 - Analyzing Trail Camera Data for Hunting Strategies

    00:49:47 - Analyzing Deer Movement Patterns

    01:03:55 - The Best Times of the Day to Hunt for Bucks

    01:14:43 - The Importance of Staying Alert in a Tree stand

    01:21:17 - Finding a Balance Between Grinding and Recharging

    01:25:07 - Using Historical Data to Increase Hunting Success


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  • Welcome to Gear Talk, a new series of the East Meets West Hunt podcast. The Gear Talk episodes will be short bonus episodes that dive into specific gear items Beau Martonik uses and why. In this episode, Beau discusses his essential clothing system for September archery elk hunting, focusing on an eight-piece layering system for an upcoming trip to Montana.

    Let us know what gear items you have questions about and want to see in a future podcast! Send inquiries to [email protected] with the subject line saying Gear Talk.

    Topics:
    00:00:00 - Intro
    00:00:49 - Introduction to Elk Hunting Gear
    00:02:15 - Base Layer Essentials - SITKA Merino 120
    00:07:10 - Active Mid Layer Choices - SITKA Intercept Hoody or Ambient 75
    00:08:22 - Windproof and Insulation Layers - SITKA Intercept pants, Jetstream Vest, and Kelvin Aerolite Jacket
    00:11:04 - Rain Gear and Accessories - SITKA Dewpoint Jacket and Pants, Merino beanie, Merino gloves, Jetstream beanie, EMW x SITKA trucker hat
    00:12:31 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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  • Beau Martonik is joined by Zach Bowhay of Hunt DIY and Elk Hunt. Zach has been successful elk hunting with any and all tactics. They discuss the challenges for obtaining elk tags and a plan to still get them, adapting tactics as landscapes change, the mental part of elk hunting, hunting the same spot vs. new areas, understanding elk behavior, what the characteristics of the best elk hunters are, and much more!

    Topics:

    00:00:00 - Intro

    00:06:52 - The Growing Interest in Whitetail Hunting Among Western Hunters

    00:14:54 - Challenges of Obtaining Elk Tags in Idaho

    00:25:34 - Managing Populations and Balancing Opportunity and Experience

    00:31:09 - Adapting Tactics for Success in Changing Hunting Landscapes

    00:34:26 - Adaptability and Continuous Learning

    00:44:55 - The Importance of Putting in the Time and Effort

    00:48:30 - The Mental Aspect of Elk Hunting: Grit and Perseverance

    00:53:46 - Preparation and Controlling the Controllables

    01:05:40 - The Value of Familiar Spots and Exploring New Areas

    01:13:03 - The Value of Learning Different Hunting Techniques

    01:19:33 - Understanding Elk Behavior for Successful Spot and Stalk Hunts

    01:25:34 - The Importance of Having a Plan and Being Adaptable

    01:34:58 - Building a Network of Reliable Hunting Partners


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  • Welcome to Gear Talk, a new series of the East Meets West Hunt podcast. The Gear Talk episodes will be short bonus episodes that dive into specific gear items Beau Martonik uses and why. In this episode, Beau breaks down the types of hunting saddles, hunting saddle safety, how to choose a saddle for hunting, the most comfortable hunting saddle, the lightest weight saddle for hunting, the best hunting saddle on a budget, and breaks down the entire Timber Ninja Outdoors line of hunting saddles.

    Let us know what gear items you have questions about and want to see in a future podcast! Send inquiries to [email protected] with the subject line saying Gear Talk.

    Topics:
    00:00:00 - Intro
    00:00:42 - Gear Talk Introduction
    00:02:08 - Getting Started with Saddle Hunting
    00:03:09 - Importance of Safety in Saddle Hunting
    00:04:55 - Choosing Between Single and Double Panel Saddles
    00:06:43 - Key Features to Consider in a Hunting Saddle
    00:08:56 - Attaching Saddle Platforms and Climbing Sticks to a saddle
    00:10:43 - Timber Ninja Nano: Lightweight Option (Outdoor Life's Best Lightweight Saddle of 2024)
    00:13:01 - Timber Ninja Ultimate: Most Comfortable Saddle for Rut Hunting (Outdoor Life's Best Overall Saddle of 2024)
    00:15:31 - Timber Ninja Black Belt: Budget-Friendly Two-Pannel Saddle
    00:17:16 - Conclusion and Recommendations

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  • On today’s episode, Beau Martonik is joined by New Jersey native, Paul Putera. Paul finds consistent success in the mountains, the big woods, and the low-lying marsh country. They discuss trail camera placement on key sign, consistent habitat to find big bucks, why buck bedding isn’t always consistent in the big woods, mast crop influence on deer movement, understanding deer behavior, building confidence in spots, and much more!

    Topics:

    00:00:00 - Intro

    00:06:54 - Introduction and Catching Up

    00:07:45 - The Importance of Scouting and Using Trail Cameras

    00:13:19 - Targeting High-Traffic Areas with Signpost Rubs

    00:19:47 - Adapting to Hunting Pressure in Different Areas

    00:25:00 - The Impact of Environmental Factors on Deer Behavior

    00:28:18 - The Importance of Patience and Persistence in Big Woods Hunting

    00:35:52 - The Impact of Gypsy Moth Kills and Sunlight Availability

    00:36:58 - The Influence of Mast Crops on Deer Behavior

    00:40:04 - Strategies for Hunting Late Season Bucks

    00:44:01 - The Importance of Patience and Confidence in Hunting

    00:50:13 - The Role of Scouting and Trail Cameras in Deer Hunting

    01:09:58 - Understanding Deer Behavior and Habitat

    01:11:05 - The Significance of Tracking Deer in the Snow

    01:13:01 - Hunting in the Adirondacks: Challenges and Opportunities

    01:16:30 - Using Trail Cameras and Staying Organized

    01:26:00 - Adapting and Being Open-Minded in Hunting


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