HuntStand Podcast

In Part 2 of the Rut Race series, powered by Mathews Archery, we bring on seasoned whitetail hunter Pat Reeve to dive deep into the art of timing the rut. With decades of field experience, Pat shares his expert insights on maximizing your rut hunts by pinpointing the peak activity phases and adjusting tactics accordingly. From pre-rut to the main event, Pat explains how to read the signs, interpret deer behavior, and position yourself strategically for the best shot opportunities.

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Welcome to Part 1 of the Rut Race series powered by Mathews Archery! In this kickoff episode, we have on our own wildlife biologist Brian Murphy to dive deep into the science of the rut. Discover how deer movement patterns, peak breeding times, and weather all play a role in rut behavior. Brian shares expert insights that hunters can use to maximize success during this critical time of the season. Don't miss this chance to understand what truly drives the rut and elevate your hunting strategies!

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In Part 6 of the In Pursuit Whitetail Series brought to you by Yamaha, Bill Winke sets the stage for November, discussing how to position yourself for the action-packed rut. As October winds down, it's all about preparation—knowing where to be and when to strike.

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In Part 5 of the In Pursuit Whitetail Series brought to you by Yamaha, Bill Winke explores the changing food sources that drive deer movement in October. As deer transition from early-season patterns, understanding where and what they’re eating can make all the difference.

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In Part 4 of the In Pursuit Whitetail Series brought to you by Yamaha, Bill Winke dives into the October lull and how to stay productive during this notoriously slow period for deer movement. Learn Bill's strategies for maximizing your opportunities and staying in the game when the action cools down. Don't let the lull lull you.

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In Part 3 of the In Pursuit Whitetail Series, we explore October cold fronts with whitetail expert Bill Winke. Discover why these temperature drops trigger peak deer movement and learn how to read weather patterns, plan hunts, and increase your chances of seeing mature bucks.

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In this episode of the In Pursuit Whitetail Series, brought to you by Yamaha Outdoors, we sit down with Bill Winke to dive into mid-season adjustments for October. As the deer movement evolves and pre-rut activity ramps up, Bill shares insights on how to adapt your strategies to capitalize on changing conditions. This is part 2 of the series, where we explore key tactics for hunting the second half of October, fine-tuning your setups, and positioning yourself for success as the rut approaches.

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In this episode of the In Pursuit Whitetail Series, brought to you by Yamaha Outdoors, we sit down with Bill Winke. He dives into all things deer hunting in October, setting the stage for the upcoming rut. This is part 1 of the series, where we explore key strategies for early to mid-October hunts and how to set yourself up for success.

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In this episode, we sit down with seasoned bowhunter Jared Mills to dive deep into strategies for hunting during the rut. Jared shares his insights on buck behavior, how to capitalize on movement patterns, and tips for setting up the perfect ambush.

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In this episode, we chit the chat with hilarious guest, Nate Illingsworth, about his weight loss journey. We go off the rails a few times, diving into his love for CrossFit and his bowhunting adventures. Expect plenty of laughs, random rabbit holes, and some solid inspiration along the way. If you’re into fitness, hunting, or just want to hear some funny stories, this one's for you!

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