Today on the show, I’m joined by MeatEater’s Janis Putelis to analyze his 2020 Wisconsin rut bow hunt and explore ways all of us can better learn from our hunts and unfilled tags. Topics discussed: 
The dreaded November heat wave
Saddle hunting 
The urge to tree hop 
Scent control vs. wind direction
Deer sign and lack thereof 
The importance of scouting
What to do with limited time and intel
Optimism and moving forward 
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Ep. 396: How to Learn From a “Failed” Hunt with Janis Putelis

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On this week's show we explore the increasing challenges of getting hunting permission in the current times and specific ideas and strategies for gaining access, with Spencer Neuharth.
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Ep. 773: How to Get Hunting Permission in 2024 and Beyond with Spencer Neuharth

On this week's episode, Tony discusses how often we think we understand big buck patterns, but we really don't. 
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Ep. 772: Foundations - Repeating Deer Patterns That Actually Repeat Themselves

This week on the show I'm joined by Tony Hansen to discuss everything you need to know to decide if a lease is right for you, and how to get one.
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Ep. 771: How to Get a Quality Deer Hunting Lease with Tony Hansen

On this week's episode, Tony discusses how to scout right now to figure out not only how the deer have been avoiding your stand sites, but what you can do to make sure it doesn't happen again this season. 
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Ep. 770: Foundations - How to Avoid Being Avoided by Whitetails

This week on the show I am joined by my pal Tony Peterson to discuss how lateral thinking and the fostering of diverse new skills and pursuits can help you become a better deer hunter. 
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Ep. 396: How to Learn From a “Failed” Hunt with Janis Putelis

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