In this episode of STAGR Cast, we sit down with Jeremiah Gracie, a well-established Licensed Dog Tracker from Lincoln, Vermont. Jeremiah takes us deep into the world of using tracking dogs to recover deer, moose, and bear — sharing the ins and outs, best practices, and valuable lessons learned from countless recoveries.

We cover:

✅ Proper etiquette when calling in a tracker

✅ The do’s and don’ts of working with a tracking dog

✅ How the dogs pick up and follow a scent trail

✅ Ideal conditions for tracking

✅ The background and training that goes into making a great tracking dog

✅ Crazy recovery stories and memorable moments

This episode is packed with actionable information and stories you won’t forget — a must‑listen for any hunter who wants to understand the role a tracker and dog can play when the shot doesn’t go as planned.

If you’re in need of a tracker this season, you can reach Jeremiah Gracie at 802‑349‑4587.

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Greg and Adam Chat with Nathan Wilbur, our second Canadian guest and first from New Brunswick, Nathan talks about his role in expanding New Brunswicks season so its better aligned for deer tracking and gives big woods hunters more opportunities, he shares so stories, insights , and more!

Greg and Adam get caught caught up on what's been going on this spring. From shed hunting to turkey hunting and a few laughs in between.

The guys chat with Jeff Doyle on his 2024 deer season, winter kill, and some good stories.

Adam and Greg give a quick update on the latest, discuss Vermont’s new deer management proposals, and get a call-in from Rodney Elmer to hear his take on the suggested regulations

See VT's Big Game Proposals:

https://vtfishandwildlife.com/sites/fishandwildlife/files/documents/VFWD-Board-Documents/2025/big-game-rule-change-summary-2025.pdf

Adam and greg start the show with an update and roll right into a north of the border report with Matt Sabean!

Greg and Adam do a recap on the season and officially close it out. Hear the highs, lows and the laughs in between.

Join Greg and Adam for the debut episode of On The Hunt, a special series within STAGR Cast. This time, they tackle the rugged White Mountains on the opening day of New Hampshire’s muzzleloader season. Follow along with real audio from the field as they navigate the highs and lows of the hunt. With bucks on the move, lead flying, and a bit of success, this adventure is as raw and exciting as it gets!

Deer Update from week 1 in Maine!