Episode 230 - Don says Switchgrass is not the best bedding.
Description
Summary
In this episode, Terry and Don catch up on their recent activities, including filming with Steve Shields and preparing for the Midwest Sportsman's Classic. They also discuss the new Ninmax batteries and answer questions about deer movement and tree planting. Don emphasizes the importance of playing the wind when hunting mature bucks, despite a study that suggests otherwise. He also provides advice on shading potted trees to prevent heat damage. In this part of the conversation, Don and Terry answer questions from listeners about scenting rope scrapes, promoting bedding in cattails, learning the movement of bucks, managing overgrown fields, and shooting albino or piebald deer. They also share updates on Lester's Feet and upcoming events. Don mentions that his days of seminar tours are winding down, and Terry shares his travel plans to Tennessee and the Gulf of Mexico.
Keywords
podcast, filming, weather, food plots, trail cameras, deer block, batteries, hunting show, tree planting, wind, deer movement, scenting rope scrapes, bedding in cattails, learning buck movement, managing overgrown fields, shooting albino or piebald deer, Lester's Feet, upcoming events, seminar tours, travel plans
Takeaways
Playing the wind is crucial for hunting mature bucks
The new Ninmax batteries are now available on the Real World website
The Midwest Sportsman's Classic will feature a Legends Roundtable and more events
Shading potted trees can help prevent heat damage Scenting rope scrapes can be done in the fall, but it wouldn't hurt to try it earlier
Aged rope scrapes and natural materials like pine branches or grapevines can attract deer
Trail cameras are essential for learning buck movement and determining stand locations
Overgrown fields with weeds and saplings can provide excellent cover for deer
Switchgrass is not necessary if you already have good cover in an overgrown field
Shooting albino or piebald deer is a personal choice, but legality and the buck's size and age should be considered
Lester's Feet continues to make a positive impact on children with disabilities
Don's seminar tours are winding down, so take the opportunity to see him if he's in your area