Ep. 370: The Trials and Tribulations of Public Land Deer Hunting

Today on the show we discuss the trials and tribulations of public land deer hunting and how to deal with these challenges - using the story of our recent Idaho hunt as an example. Topics discussed:

How the story of our recent Idaho hunt can serve as an example for future trips and ways to adjust

The power of the first sit - and the downfall of future sits

Adjusting to hunting pressure

Dealing with random adversity on traveling hunts

How to stay positive in the face of challenges

Learning new ground on the fly

When and how to scout public land on a short trip

Balancing the hard work of a hunt and still trying to have fun

Sabotage

Setting standards on a public land hunt

Taking a punch and getting back up

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