Everyone has hunting advice... but not all of it will help you kill more deer.

In this episode of Before the Echo, I'm talking about some of the most common advice shared across YouTube, podcasts, and social media—and why following it without thinking can actually make you a worse hunter.

This isn't about calling anyone out. Many of the hunters featured have forgotten more about deer hunting than I'll ever know. The point is that every successful hunter has built a system around their experiences, their ground, and their style of hunting. What works for one person may not work for you.

In this episode we'll discuss:

Why copying another hunter can slow your progress.

The difference between principles and tactics.

The danger of "one-size-fits-all" hunting advice.

How social media has changed deer hunting.

Why building your own system is the fastest path to becoming a better hunter.

👇 I'd love to hear from you in the comments:

What's one piece of hunting advice that everyone repeats—but you don't completely agree with?

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For years, Dan Infalt has been one of the most respected public land whitetail hunters in the country. In this episode of Before the Echo, we dive inside Dan's mindset to discuss how he consistently finds mature bucks on heavily hunted public land.We cover scouting, habitat, access, hunting pressure, decision-making, mistakes hunters make, and the lessons Dan has learned after decades of chasing mature whitetails. Whether you're a seasoned deer hunter or just getting started, this conversation is packed with insights that can help you become a better hunter.Topics we cover:Dan's approach to finding mature bucksPublic land scouting strategyReading terrain and mapsHunting pressure and accessCommon mistakes hunters makeHow Dan's thinking has evolved over the yearsListener questions and moreIf you enjoyed this episode, make sure to Like, Subscribe, and leave a comment with your biggest takeaway!Follow Dan Infalt📺 YouTube:📸 Instagram:Follow Before the Echo🎙️ Podcast:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beforetheechoOur Partners🏹 Latitude OutdoorsSave 15% with code BTE15https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com🔭 Hawke OpticsSave 15% with code BTE15https://us.hawkeoptics.com🌲 ASIO GearSave 15% with code ECHO15https://asiogear.com🦌 Stealth OutdoorsSave with code BTEhttps://www.stealthoutdoors.com#deerhunting #whitetail #publicland #daninfalt #huntingpodcast #publiclandhunting #bowhunting #beforetheecho #whitetails #deerseason

Have you ever looked back on your deer hunting journey and realized you no longer believe the things you once swore by?In this episode of Before the Echo, I share the biggest ways my thinking about deer hunting has changed over the years. From scouting and hunting pressure to wind, gear, and chasing mature bucks, experience has taught me lessons I never expected. Some of these opinions completely contradict what I believed when I first started—and they may challenge the way you think too.Whether you're a new hunter or you've been chasing whitetails for decades, I hope this conversation helps you avoid some of the mistakes I made and become a more effective hunter.Let me know in the comments: What's one deer hunting opinion you've completely changed your mind about?If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to Lik, Subscribe, and Share it with a hunting buddy!Save 15% on Latitude Outdoors Gear:https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/Code: BTESave 15% on ASIO Gear:https://asiogear.com/Code: ECHO15Save 15% on Hawke Optics:https://us.hawkeoptics.com/Code: BTE🎙️ Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform:* Spotify* Apple PodcastsFollow Before the Echo:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beforetheecho🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeforeTheEcho#DeerHunting #Whitetail #PublicLand #Bowhunting #HuntingPodcast #Whitetails #DeerSeason #BeforeTheEcho

Most hunters spend their time trying to copy what everyone else is doing. Josh from The Untamed has built a reputation by doing the exact opposite.In this episode of Before the Echo, we sit down with Josh to talk about why he hunts differently, the hunting "rules" he ignores, and how independent thinking has helped him consistently find success. We dive into public land strategy, mature bucks, common hunting myths, and why sometimes the best thing you can do is stop following the crowd and start trusting your own instincts.Whether you're just getting started or you've been chasing whitetails for years, this conversation is guaranteed to make you think differently.👇 Check out Josh and The Untamed🎥 https://www.youtube.com/@TheUntamedHunt/videosSupport Before the Echo by Supporting Our PartnersLatitude Outdoors – Premium saddle hunting gear built for serious hunters.🌐 https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com🏷️ Use code BTE to save 15%ASIO Gear – High-performance hunting apparel designed for every season.🌐 https://asiogear.com🏷️ Use code ECHO15 to save 15%Hawke Optics – Precision optics you can trust in the field.🌐 https://us.hawkeoptics.com🏷️ Use code BTE to save 15%🎯 Topics We Cover• Why Josh hunts differently than most hunters• Public land deer hunting• The biggest myths in whitetail hunting• Scouting strategies that actually work• Mature buck behavior• Gear that matters—and gear that doesn't• Learning to trust your instincts• How social media has changed deer hunting• Advice for becoming a better hunter this fallIf you enjoyed this episode, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and leave a comment telling us one hunting "rule" you've stopped following.Thanks for watching, and we'll see you on the next episode of Before the Echo.#DeerHunting #PublicLand #Whitetail #TheUntamed #Bowhunting #TraditionalArchery #BeforeTheEcho #HuntingPodcast

Most hunters spend years chasing mature bucks, convinced there's a secret formula to consistently killing giants. But after years of hunting public land, following blood trails, making mistakes, and talking with hunters who get it done year after year, I've learned something different.

In this episode, we're talking about the truths that don't get discussed enough. Some of these lessons might challenge what you've always believed, but they've made me a better deer hunter.

Topics we cover:

• Why big bucks aren't always the smartest deer.

• How hunting pressure changes everything.

• Why access is often more important than your stand location.

• The biggest mistakes hunters make chasing mature bucks.

• The role luck actually plays in killing giant whitetails.

• Why consistency beats chasing the latest trend.

I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments. What's one truth about mature bucks that you've learned the hard way?

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Thousands of blood trails. Thousands of recoveries. What can they teach us about finding wounded deer?

In this episode of Before the Echo, I'm joined by Shane Simpson to dive into the incredible data being collected through the TRAKR App and how it's changing the way hunters think about shot placement, blood trailing, wait times, and recovering wounded deer.

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• What thousands of real-world blood trails are revealing

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• When to track and when to back out

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Welcome back to the Before the Echo Podcast!This week we're diving into something that might ruffle a few feathers...Everything I Ignore That Most Public Land Hunters Obsess Over.There are countless things hunters spend hours worrying about—moon phases, scent control, weather apps, access routes, trail cameras, and more. But after years of chasing mature bucks on public land, I've learned that not everything deserves your time and attention.In this episode, I break down:The hunting trends I intentionally ignore.Why simplifying your approach can make you a more consistent hunter.What I choose to focus on instead.How overthinking can actually hurt your success in the woods.Whether you're a new hunter or have decades of experience, I hope this episode challenges you to think differently and spend more time focusing on what truly matters.I'd love to hear what YOU think. What is something most hunters obsess over that you don't? Let me know in the comments!👇 Support the companies that support Before the EchoLatitude Outdoorshttps://www.latitudeoutdoors.comUse Code: BTE (15% Off)ASIO Gearhttps://asiogear.comUse Code: ECHO15 (15% Off)Hawke Opticshttps://us.hawkeoptics.comUse Code: BTE (15% Off)🎧 Subscribe for weekly hunting podcasts, public land strategies, traditional archery content, and real conversations about becoming a better deer hunter.#PublicLand #Whitetail #DeerHunting #TraditionalArchery #Bowhunting #HuntingPodcast #BeforeTheEcho

Crossbows have become one of the most divisive topics in the hunting community. But after reading hundreds of comments and having countless conversations, I've come to realize that hunters aren't really fighting about crossbows.

They're fighting about challenge.

They're fighting about identity.

They're fighting about what hunting means to them.

In this episode, I dive into the real reasons hunters turn on each other over equipment choices and why these conversations often become much bigger than the gear itself. We discuss challenge vs. success, convenience vs. fulfillment, and whether making something easier always makes it better.

This isn't an episode about telling anyone how they should hunt. It's an honest conversation about why we care so much about how other people hunt and what we might learn from those disagreements.

I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments.

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Follow Fletcher and check out Solid Rock Targets:🌐 https://www.solidrocktargets.com/category/all-productsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/solidrocktargets/Why do some deer hunters celebrate success while others seem to resent it? In this episode of Before the Echo, I sit down with Fletcher Shaw to talk about a topic that doesn't get discussed enough—why successful hunters often face criticism from within the hunting community itself.We dive into the culture of deer hunting, the backlash that can come with shooting mature bucks, and why social media has changed the way hunters view one another. Fletcher also shares his journey of leaving the security of a traditional job to chase his dream of building a business from the ground up. From the early struggles to creating Solid Rock Targets, this conversation is packed with lessons on risk, perseverance, and staying true to your passion.Whether you're a hardcore whitetail hunter, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone trying to follow a dream of your own, this episode has something for you.Topics discussed:🏹 Why some hunters turn on other hunters🦌 The controversy surrounding big buck success💼 Quitting a stable job to pursue a dream📈 Building Solid Rock Targets from the ground up🎯 Lessons learned from entrepreneurship and hunting🔥 Staying motivated when others doubt you🎯 Save on the gear I trust:🦌 Latitude OutdoorsUse code BTE for 15% offhttps://www.latitudeoutdoors.com🌿 ASIO GearUse code ECHO15 for 15% offhttps://www.asiogear.com🏹 Razor BroadheadsUse code BTE for 20% offhttps://www.razorbroadheads.com🔭 Hawke OpticsUse code BTE for 15% offhttps://us.hawkeoptics.com#DeerHunting #Whitetails #HuntingPodcast #BigBuck #Entrepreneurship #BeforeTheEcho #FletcherShaw #SolidRockTargets #PublicLandHunting #Bowhunting #HuntingLife #WhitetailDeer

In this episode of Before the Echo, we're joined by the marketing director Cameron Derr from Hawke Optics to break down one of the most important—but often misunderstood—parts of a hunter's setup: optics.We dive into Hawke's entire lineup, from budget-friendly options for new hunters to premium glass built for serious whitetail, western, and long-range hunters. If you've ever wondered how much you should spend on binoculars, a riflescope, or a rangefinder, this episode is for you.We discuss:• What separates entry-level optics from premium optics• When spending more money actually matters• The biggest optics mistakes hunters make• Choosing the right binoculars for your style of hunting• Scope options for deer hunters at different budgets• How Hawke designs optics for real-world hunters• Getting the best value for your moneyWhether you're looking to upgrade your current setup or buy your first piece of quality glass, this conversation will help you make a more informed decision before spending your hard-earned money.Check out Hawke Opticshttps://us.hawkeoptics.comUse code **BTE** at checkout to save money on your order.*What optics are you currently running, and what would you like us to cover in a future optics episode? Let us know in the comments!#BeforeTheEcho #HawkeOptics #DeerHunting #WhitetailHunting #HuntingGear #Binoculars #Riflescope #Optics #PublicLandHunting #Bowhunting