The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast

Today on the show, Virginia mountain hunter Ralph Barton breaks down his early-season bowhunting strategy in the big woods. Ralph shares how he scouts for productive acorn trees, pinpoints bedding areas, and uses persistence to get deer into bow range in some of the toughest terrain in the eastern US. From reading feed trees to adjusting stands by just a few yards, his approach shows how to consistently find deer in low-density mountain country consistently.

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In this Thursday Q&A we cover:

We also discuss our recent time spent with Derrick Dixon of Whitetail Research, and anounce some upcoming videos with him!

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Dr. Grant Woods, one of the nation’s leading deer biologists, explains the secret language of scrapes and rubs — and reveals what most hunters get wrong about deer scent, communication, and rut behavior.

In this throwback episode, we sit down with our friend Tony Myers, a veteran Alabama hunter who’s been chasing deer since the 1970s. Tony shares lessons he learned from old-timers in the early days, how deer behavior shifted after dog hunting was banned, and the subtle signs that separate consistent hunters from the rest.

We dive into:

• Early season scouting strategies and why Tony likes to push close before opener.
• Key deer foods like greenbrier, honeysuckle, and white oaks — and how feeding patterns change through the season.
• Reading subtle sign, browse lines, and trail intersections most hunters overlook.
• Stories of chasing mature bucks in low-density areas and the patience it takes to succeed on public land.

Tony’s insights on observation, timing, and woodsmanship will help you sharpen your early season game.

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In this part 2 episode with Alan Altizer, we go deep on the difference in hunting any buck vs. focusing on one buck. We also have an extremley in depth conversation on wind, thermals and how mature bucks use them in ways other deer do not. Other subjects:

The difference in mindset between hunting any buck versus targeting one specific mature buck.

How tactics shift depending on whether you’re hunting for opportunity or for a particular deer.

The role of trail cameras — when they help, when they mislead, and why woodsmanship still matters more.

Instinct and experience as defining qualities of great hunters.

How patience, diligence, and time in the woods separate consistently successful hunters from others.

Why repetition (getting reps) killing deer with a bow builds confidence and sharpens execution.

The importance of woodsmanship skills (judging distance, reading sign, moving quietly, handling wind and thermals).

The difference between being able to kill deer in general vs. consistently killing mature bucks.

The value of learning from mistakes and adapting strategies instead of repeating failures.

The idea that success in hunting mirrors success in life — dedication, persistence, and growth.

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In this Q&A episode, we cover:

1. What do you focus on when an area has oaks and agriculture (food everywhere).

2. Why am I getting deer on camera but never seeing them in person?

3. What trail cams do we recommend for public land?

We also talk about the late summer shift that bucks typically do, what causes the shift, and more.

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In this episode of The Southern Outdoorsmen Podcast, we sit down with legendary hunter Alan Altizer to talk about one of the most powerful deer hunting concepts you’ll ever hear: how a buck’s greatest strength can also be his biggest weakness.Alan shares decades of hard-earned woodsmanship — from reading washed-out tracks and understanding how deer use their senses, to why trail cameras can actually work against you. He explains how mature bucks rely on their strongest traits for survival, and how hunters can use those very strengths to finally outsmart them. • How to read tracks to understand a buck’s behavior • Why some bucks rely more on sight, smell, or sound — and how that changes their bedding • The concept of “kamikaze setups” and making a buck feel safe before moving in • Why trail cameras may give you more problems than solutions • How to exploit a buck’s strengths and turn them into weaknessesGot a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXPGrab some Southern Outdoorsmen merch here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aKJoin Woodsman Wire - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aRUse the promo code “southern” for a discount on your OnX Hunt membership here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1tyfmCheck out the Mobile Hunters Expo -https://linkly.link/2Amhh⁠Save 10% on your next Vortex Optics order at eurooptic.com using the Promo Code “southern10” - https://2ly.link/1wyYOUse code “SOUTHERN25” for a discount on Houndstooth Game Calls: https://2ly.link/24tFzUse code SOUTHERN20 for a discount on all vortex apparel, including eyewearCheck out Latitude Outdoors for your mobile hunting gear - https://2ly.link/1zVDIHave you tagged a deer using something you heard on the show? Submit your listener success story here - Share Your Story HereCome chat with us on our Thursday Hunter Hangouts! Join our patreon - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXUNOTE: Not all advertisements run on this show are endorsed by The Southern Outdoorsmen Podcast unless an ad is read by one of the hosts.

In this Thursday Q&A episode, we cover:

We also cover Jacob joining the "privileged hunters" with his new club! We go over what finally got him to join a club, along with how he is approaching the new property, and what scouting he will be doing before season comes in.

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Today, we are visiting with our buddy Richard Fought of Arkansas. Richard is a very well-known bowhunter in his area and a true woodsman by any standard. Longtime listeners will remember our episodes with Richard going all the way back to 2018! In this episode, we touch on what often separates GREAT bowhunters from everyone else, and what most guys miss when it comes to perfecting their craft.

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Jeff Phillips runs one of Virginia's largest social media accounts related to deer hunting - Star City Whitetails on Facebook.

In this episode, we visit with Jeff at his home in Roanoke, Virginia, to talk about how he got started, the community he has built, and some of the most memorable bucks he has had submitted to his page over the years.

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