Hot temps, swarms of mosquitoes, and the eternal struggle of when to draw back... we’re in the thick of early-season deer hunting.

Eric and Derek swap stories from the woods, from bug-bitten earlobes to kayak-access hunts, and dig into the challenges of making the shot when it counts.

We also break down fresh sign, trail cam pressure, family hunting chaos, and why picking the right spot (and the right knife) can make all the difference. Toss in some gear talk with Nosler, Latitude, Gerber, and Rack Hub, plus listener call-ins that keep it real, this one’s packed with the highs, lows, and humor of chasing whitetails before the rut.

Presented by Nosler

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