Habitat Podcast

By Jared Van Hees

The Habitat Podcast is a podcast for land and wildlife habitat managers, and for hunters who learn and utilize different types of habitat in their hunting strategy. We interview hunters and habitat ma... more

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Habitat Podcast episodes:

January 05, 2024#257 - Being Versatile and Adapting to Any Situation Clark Cummings of Whitetail Properties
Habitat Podcast #257 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Clark Cummings. Clark is a Whitetail Properties rep out of Illinois and is also a serious deer hunter and habitat manager. We discuss:
Versatile habitat management
Stealthy access and strategic food plot placement
TSI and plot diversity
CRP land transformation
Bedding improvements for maximum deer attraction
Maximizing property potential through adaptive use
Meticulous attention to detail from timber to food sources
Effective property layout
Native grass and prescribed fire

And so much more!

Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected]

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December 29, 2023#256 - Adding Elevated Blinds to Your Property and A Deer Feeder Masterclass with Rich Hixson
Habitat Podcast #256 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Rich Hixson. Rich is the owner of tagged out seed products in southern ohio and has grown his fair share of big bucks. We discuss:
Deer Blind Placement Strategies
High Volume Feeder Benefits
Maximizing habitat
Turnkey habitat improvement
Ideal blind height
Supplemental feeding strategies
Managing land from afar

And so much more!

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1h 9min
December 22, 2023#255 - TSI with Skip Sligh Part 2: Creating Deer-Friendly Timber, Utilizing Natural Browse, and Diversifying Your Habitat
Habitat Podcast #255 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Brian and Jared are back with part 2 of this series with Skip Sligh of Iowa Whitetail. Skip has been managing his farms for monster whitetails in the coveted southeast corner of Iowa for the last 25 years including a 241" Seven Year Old Buck which you might recognize from the OnX Presents "Angry" short film. We discuss:
Skip's 25 years of habitat work
Refining timber with precise chainsaw tactics
Importance of diverse habitat for deer
The power of natural browse
Keep your habitat diverse at all levels.
Strategic TSI Tricks & Tips
The Value of Diverse Canopy
Creating a deer-friendly timber
Habitat hacks to benefit wildlife
Importance of diversity in TSI

And so much more!

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57min
December 15, 2023#254 - TSI with Skip Sligh Part 1: Break out the chainsaws, Using TSI to feed your deer all winter and Creating escape routes in cover
Habitat Podcast #254 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Brian and Jared sit down for part 1 of this part series with Skip Sligh of Iowa Whitetail. Skip has been managing his farms for monster whitetails in the coveted southeast corner of Iowa for the last 25 years including a 241" Seven Year Old Buck which you might recognize from the OnX Presents "Angry" short film. We discuss:
Skip's 25 years of habitat work
TSI methods that help with holding deer
Funding TSI through state programs
Chainsaw work & regeneration importance
Skip's big move from Michigan to Iowa
TSI can hold more mature bucks
How much Food plots & hunting pressure matter
Ongoing timber successional growth
Cutting trees for winter deer feed
The benefits of varied forest structure
Tactics for immediate habitat boost

And so much more!

Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected]

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58min
December 08, 2023#253 - The Highs and Lows of Deer Hunting, Illinois Success Stories, and The New Habitat Podcast Patreon! with Sam Carrozza
Habitat Podcast #253 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Brian and Jared sit down with friend of the podcast and repeat guest Sam Carrozza. It has been a long season with higher high's and super low low's but at the end of the day, that feeling of tagging out is what keeps us coming back! We discuss:
Missed shots and near misses
Epic monologues on hunting lows
Your season can change in an instant
Persistence pays off
Watching for late season cold fronts
The emotional rollercoaster that is deer hunting
Getting your mind right after missing
Using terrain to your advantage
Almost giving up
Tracking challenges
Out of state success in Illinois
Planning an out of state trip
Late season food plots
The Habitat Podcast Patreon

And so much more!

Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected]

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1h 16min
December 01, 2023#252 - Booner on 43 Acres! Land Plan client success and working with the NRCS with Ryan Jackson
Habitat Podcast #252 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we sit down with friend of the podcast and land plan client Ryan Jackson. Ryan has been putting in the hard work on his 43 acre Indiana property and it has paid dividends majorly! We discuss:
Father-son hunting strategy
160+ buck harvested by his son
Intense big buck encounters
Transforming 43 acres into a big deer honey hole
NRCS contracts and what they entail
Habitat work pays off
Warm season grasses
Successfully using a grain drill
Insights on NRCS habitat programs
Successful habitat manipulation

And so much more!

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1h 15min
November 25, 2023#251 - Northern 70 Update, Deer Camp Recap and the All New HP 40 Property!
Habitat Podcast #250 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are live from the Northern 70 with my dad spending Thanksgiving with the family. We discuss:
Logging updates at the Northern 70
The vision for Northern 70's transformation
Introducing the new HP 40 project
First hunt on the HP 40 property
HP 40 debut hunt observations
Chainsaw work reshapes the land
Deer camp traditions & favorite treats
Thanksgiving & Deer Camp updates
The significance of cover in hunting

And so much more!

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1h 1min
November 17, 2023#250 - LIVE From Michigan Deer Camp 2023! Deer Camp Stories and Successes
Habitat Podcast #250 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are live from Van Hees Deer Camp 2023 with some familiar voices and one new one. We discuss:
A Boundary dispute with rude landowner
Tension with a local landowner
Encounters with "Squirrel Man"
An Intense Firestarter debate
New traditions
Opening day deer camp excitement
Opening day success
New hunting gear reviews
An encounter with a unique bar patron
Updates on the hunt
Tracking the big bucks
Hunting during a warm deer season

And so much more!

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1h 1min
November 10, 2023#249 - Strategies For Upcoming Gun Seasons, Planting Trees in Sandy Soil and Spring Prep for Planting Trees with Cory Franceus
Habitat Podcast #249 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we sit down with Cory Franceus. Cory is a repeat guest from Michigan who has had a stellar season so far on his home farm. We discuss:
Sandy soil can pose challenges in tree growth and food plot establishment
Ordering trees in advance ensures availability of desired varieties
Focusing on one buck can be rewarding
The benefits of enhancing a property with food plots, timber stand improvement, and reducing hunting pressure to attract deer year after year
Late-season hunting in December can be productive, especially during the Michigan muzzleloader season
Prioritize doing habitat work or cutting firewood to prepare for hunting season
Implementing habitat strategies like TSI and grass planting
November is the ideal time to order trees for spring planting
Gun season strategy includes hunting for does and transitioning to food sources for bucks
Implementing small-scale habitat improvements
Winter food sources and cover can help recruit deer for future seasons
Choosing a property with insulation from roads and subtle terrain changes can enhance hunting potential
Cutting down trees on your property can attract deer to stay and feed

And so much more!

Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected]

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1h 6min
November 03, 2023#248 - The Rut is Here, Patreon Deer Camp and Habitat Management in the Upper Peninsula with Adam Miller from The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast
Habitat Podcast #248 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we sit down with Adam Miller. Adam is the co-host of The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast and is early into his habitat management journey with his Northern Michigan Property. We discuss:
How he got started with the Bow Hunter Chronicles podcast
Adam talks about his recent hunting trip to Northern Indiana public land
Dealing with the challenges of hosting a large deer camp
Building lasting friendships and inspiring others to start their own hunting camps
Mobile and public land hunting can be affordable compared to other hunting options
Planning and logistics are crucial for successful hunts in unfamiliar territories
The challenges of habitat work in the upper peninsula of Michigan
Proximity to hunting spots can make a huge difference in success
Learning from each other's scouting techniques and woods-reading skills
Exploring new hunting grounds, like Montana, offers unique opportunities for adventure
Hunting on state land with no private property available
Gaining confidence after making errors helps in preventing future mishaps

And so much more!

Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected]

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1h 9min

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