The Outcast Hunting Podcast

Drones in Deer Hunting: A Game Changer or Cheating?


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In this episode of the Outcast Hunting Podcast, Taylor and Jantzen dive into one of the hottest topics in the hunting world — drones. Are they the ultimate scouting and research tool… or are they giving hunters an unfair advantage?We kick things off swapping summer hunting updates — from failed water hole experiments and bachelor group sightings to new bow strings and arrow setups. Then we get into the viral Whitetail Research video where a thermal drone was used to track mature bucks, revealing fascinating movement patterns, thermal switches, and wind-based travel habits.We share our biggest takeaways, discuss the potential for abuse, and debate how long it’ll be before laws and regulations change. Along the way, you’ll hear:The pros and cons of using drones for scouting & researchWhether drone footage confirms or changes what we think we know about deer movementReal-life stories of using drones for summer scouting (including a hilarious trespasser encounter)Morning vs. afternoon hunting strategies and how this drone data might change our approachWhether you think drones are the future of deer hunting or just another tool that will get banned, this episode will make you think — and probably laugh.

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