Welcome back to another episode of the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, we break down what the first half of November has really looked like in the whitetail woods and why things may not be as "finished" as some hunters think. We dive into why this window can actually be one of the best times of the entire season to kill a mature buck you've never laid eyes on before, and why committing to all-day sits is still absolutely worth it. We also get into the specific areas you should be honing in on right now, how to effectively call and decoy mature bucks into bow range, and why many rut reports you're hearing might be skewed or misleading. If you're wondering whether to stay in the tree or hang it up, this is the episode you don't want to miss. Enjoy the show!

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Welcome back to another episode of the WhitetailDNA Podcast! There's no better time to be in the woods than November, and to top it off, we spent the last week in southern Iowa. On today's episode, we recap the week of rut hunting in Iowa. Garrett walks us through his first trip to Iowa in late October, what lessons he learned when chasing mature bucks, shuffling cameras, and dialing in a game plan for November. The guys head back down for a week of prime rut hunting and, surprisingly, face a slow start. With some great encounters and some slow days, that's exactly the recipe for November, even in Iowa! Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!

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Welcome back to another episode of the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, the team sits down and shares Luke's story of the buck he killed in October, named "Vanilla." Luke breaks down the hunt from start to finish, dating back to the last two years. He covers door knocking, scouting, setup, and tactics that came together to make it happen. The team dives into lessons learned from Luke's October success, discussing what worked, what didn't, and how those takeaways can be applied in November. As the rut heats up, they also look ahead to what's next for the WhitetailDNA crew, sharing proven rut tactics, hunting strategies, and insights to help you tag your own November buck. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!

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Welcome back to the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, we are covering our top 5 "never forgets" every deer hunter needs to keep in mind during the whitetail rut. Physically and mentally, these are the essentials that can make or break November. Some of these topics, many of us have fallen victim to and get caught up in. Never forget what's most important to you. Whether you're after a target buck or soaking in the chaos of the rut, this episode is your reminder to stay focused, hunt smart, and enjoy every second of the most exciting time of the deer season. Enjoy the show!

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Welcome back to the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, we are joined by our friend Jeff Sturgis. Jeff is the owner and operator of Whitetail Habitat Solutions and Pure Wildlife Blends Seed Company. As October heats up, so does buck movement—Jeff breaks down exactly how to capitalize during the critical pre rut phase. We dive deep into strategies that include hunting water sources, food sources, active scrapes, and why understanding the difference between a morning and evening stand can make or break your hunt. Jeff shares decades of insight on stand timing, buck behavior, and how to put yourself in the right place at the right time for a shot at a mature buck before the chaos of the rut kicks in. If you're looking to up your odds late October, this is a must-listen. Enjoy the show!

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Welcome back to the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, we're joined by Derrick Dixon of Whitetail Research — a whitetail behavior expert who's taking deer scouting to the next level. Using thermal drone technology, Derrick tracks mature bucks in real time and records their every move, creating data-rich YouTube videos that reveal the untold story of how these elusive deer truly behave. We dive deep into the patterns, tendencies, and behaviors of mature bucks, the kind most hunters never witness from a treestand. From unexpected movement times to off-the-grid bedding areas to thermal hubs and wind funnels, Derrick breaks down what he's learned from endless drone footage and meticulous documentation. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or just obsessed with big bucks, this episode will challenge what you think you may know about mature whitetails. Enjoy the show!

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Welcome back to another episode of the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, we are joined by Jared Larsen of OnX Hunt. Jared has worked for OnX for over the last 8 years and has been a part of the rapid growth over the years. Jared has grown up chasing whitetails in Wisconsin and currently resides in Montana. Jared talks about the importance of utilizing OnX before your hunt, whether it's e-scouting or developing a hunt plan for your next adventure. The guys dive into early October whitetail hunting, the challenges it can present and what favorite days to hunt during the rut. Jared discusses some of the best, overlooked features OnX has that have become a game-changer in the years. We hope you enjoy this conversation!

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Welcome back to the show! In today's episode, Alex and Kaleb Comstock sit down to chat through everything that goes into whitetail hunting during the month of October. October is quite an interesting month to hunt whitetails, as there's a lot of change from the beginning of the month to the end of the month. The guys talk through all these changes, how to combat them and how to make game plans to strike thorughout the month while hunting mature bucks. Enjoy!

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Welcome back to the WhitetailDNA podcast! In today's show, Alex Comstock and Kaleb Comstock break down the 3 year journey for the buck Kaleb called Jeezy. Kaleb goes into depth on what went into hunting this buck, the work that went into the property and how he was able to capitalize early in this season. It's a heck of a story and we hope you enjoy!

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Welcome back to the show! In today's episode of the WDNA Podcast, the guys are joined by Jeremy's good friends, Trent Johnson and John Seguin to talk all things elk hunting. Lopy, Trent and John are all headed to Wyoming to chase elk this September, determined to find some good bulls to go after. The guys talk about how they got into elk hunting, trials and tribulations, success stories and preview their plans for Wyoming. Enjoy the show!

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