Welcome back to another week! In today's episode, Alex, Luke, and Lopy sit down and recap two late-season successful hunts in Minnesota. This will be a behind-the-scenes look at the determination, strategy, and unforgettable memories that may not all be captured on film. The guys dive into two separate successful hunts in northern Minnesota after a tough start to the season. With good historical properties drying up and fewer opportunities left, they share their key takeaways from hunting in the tough late-season conditions. Luke recounts how the night unfolded when he tagged a stud 8-point buck, proving persistence pays off even when the odds are stacked against you. 2 days later, Lopy heads out after a big 8-point, and little did he know that night would be something he'd never forget. Lopy talks about a wild encounter that led to him finding success. He covers the importance of staying in the game under harsh conditions. Finally, the guys ended that night with a shed hunt! This episode is packed with takeaways such as never giving up, even as the hunting season winds down, and the unpredictable twists and turns that make hunting so exhilarating. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!

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Happy New Year! We hope 2025 is the best year yet for you guys. In today's episode, Alex Comstock and Jeremy Lopez are joined by Troy Pottenger of Whitetail Addictions. Troy is easily one of the best bowhunters we know. He's consistently putting mature mountain bucks on the ground, year after year. Troy takes us through his upbringing on a ranch in North Idaho, where his experiences in the mountains shaped his approach to bowhunting. Through this, his hunting path shifted at a young age when he migrated from mule deer and elk to chasing giant whitetails. Troy dives into the "hay days" of hunting and what it was like back in his early stages of bowhunting. He goes into how to navigate the vast, rugged terrain of big woods mountain country in pursuit of mature bucks. Despite a busy schedule, Troy reveals his strategies for making the most of limited time while working his 9-5 job and running a business. Troy breaks down why social hubs are consistent hotspots for daylight buck activity and the art of managing moisture while hiking to your stand (sometimes 3+ miles in). He also shares an epic story of running down a pack of wolves to save his season-proof of the apex predator he is. Lastly, Troy breaks down his secret formula for successful scrapes. This is a great episode full of next-level tactics and firsthand experience. Troy's stories and expertise will inspire you to get out there and chase your next target buck. Enjoy the show!

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Merry Christmas everybody! In today's episode, Alex Comstock and Jeremy Lopez welcome Dillon Deitz to the podcast. Dillon has been hunting his whole life and like most hunters, has encountered many struggles. He started making "hunting humor" content that mimics what it's truly like to hunt elk and quickly realized he connected with many hunters who felt the same way. This led to the launch of Elk Don't Exist. The guys chat about growing up in Idaho and Montana. Dillon walks us through the journey of hunting whitetails in Montana and his impressive 2024 buck. He dives into the unique challenges of hunting western whitetail habitat, where spot and stalk tactics are his favorite. Dillon shares the origins of his popular brand, Elk Don't Exist. The guys talk about the difficulties of hunting elk in low-density areas and why comparison is the thief of all joy. Finally, Dillon reflects on his growth as a hunter, sharing stories of bucks he's taken over the years and why he believes understanding the fun in hunting is more important than any trophy on the wall. Be sure to check out Dillon's content for a good laugh. Enjoy the show!

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Welcome back! In today's episode, Alex Comstock and Jeremy Lopez catch up with Robert Kennedy from Trophyline Saddles. Rob is an avid outdoorsman who travels all over the Midwest chasing deer. He's become a great buddy since WDNA partnered with Trophyline and has been a staple in deer camp. The guys dive into Rob's upbringing, growing up in Michigan, hunting a heavily pressured state, big buck culture, putting yourself in the game on out-of-state hunts, what makes a hunt successful, the hunting industry, and what the late season looks like for Rob. This was a fun episode; Rob is one of the most genuine hunters we know and is constantly rooting for his friend's success. Head over to Rob's Instagram and YouTube channel (Man Over Beast) to follow along with his adventures. Enjoy the show!

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Recently we launched our 10k YouTube subscriber giveaway, and last week we officially crossed the 10,000 subscriber mark! With that, after launching the giveaway, we picked a winner while recording and wanted to bring everyone who won! Congrats to the winner, we'll be reaching out, and thank you everyone for your continued support of WhitetailDNA! 

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The late season is in full swing here in Minnesota and Wisconsin. This time of year brings strategizing, and what better guy to discuss strategizing a game plan to kill a mature buck than our guest today! In today's episode, Alex Comstock and Jeremy Lopez chat with Jeff Sturgis. He is the owner and operator of Whitetail Habitat Solutions and Pure Wildlife Blends. Jeff is the author of 5 whitetail strategy books and has produced over articles and videos on whitetail deer. Jeff has been deer hunting for almost 40 years and spends over 250 days analyzing and improving properties for whitetail deer. The guys dive into Jeff's hunting journey dating back to the 80s, spending every day immersed in whitetails, Jeff's 2024 Pennsylvania public land hunt, the importance of hunting camps, late season habitat to hone in on, indicators for buck movement, over-camming properties, the importance of access, managing expectations for age class, doe management, and much more. Jeff has been helping people strategize and capitalize on their personal properties and public land for 20+ years. He is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to hunting mature bucks. If you are interested in learning more about Jeff's land consulting and seed blends, head over to his website to check them out. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!

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November is dead and gone and the late season is just about to get going. But how did the rut turn out for WDNA? In today's episode, the team gets together and talks about some challenges faced during the month of November. The guys dive into how many target bucks were killed in a short period, the number of deer sightings, how the rut activity was overall, challenges faced, lessons learned, and what to look forward to as we enter the late season. It may seem that way sometimes, but it isn't always gripping and grinning in November... This episode highlights the struggles of hunting mature bucks during the rut. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!

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In today's episode, Alex Comstock and Jeremy Lopez are joined by Aron Snyder. Aron is the Director of Born Primitive Outdoors (BPO) and former President of Kifaru International. Aron is a seasoned backcountry hunter. He spends over 150 days in the field each year, guiding, hunting, and fishing. Most people know him as a Western hunter, but what some people might not know is his passion for hunting whitetails. The guys chat about what the last 10-15 years have looked like for Aron with Kifaru and now BPO, chasing adventure through guiding, the decision to step away from Kifaru and take on a new role with BPO, Aron's first whitetail hunt and how it has evolved, becoming a multi-tool whitetail hunter, how to stay calm in the red zone, why Western hunting is exploding, finding quality hunts vs mediocre hunts, why Hoty Archery is on top, the truth about arrows, and lastly, plans with BPO and upcoming hunts. This is a great conversation with Aron, as he has done a ton of hunting and guiding in his lifetime. We hope you enjoy this episode and we'll see you next week!

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Every bowhunter dreams of rattling in that giant whitetail buck into the red zone during the rut, but does it really work? In today's episode, Alex Comstock and Jeremy Lopez sit down and talk about the pros and cons of calling whitetail bucks into range. The guys dive into what time of the season to use a particular call, the different types of grunt tubes and rattling antlers, what to consider when calling or rattling, keeping the element of surprise vs. giving up your location, personal experiences when calling, and lastly, demonstrate the sounds of a grunt, bleat, snort wheeze, and rattling antlers. This is a great episode for someone who is looking to further their knowledge when it comes to calling deer into range. Remember, there are a million ways to skin a cat... We hope that November has brought you success and if you're still sitting on a tag, good luck and keep after it! Enjoy the show and we'll see you next week!

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It's almost halfway through November and bucks are crusin! The Team is working hard to get a shot at a mature buck. It's the best time of year to be in a tree! In today's episode, Alex is joined by Kaleb Comstock in the Corn Hukser state of Nebraska. Alex headed down last week to hunt with Kaleb after a giant Nebraska buck. The guys give an update on how November has been in Nebraska so far, Alex's first couple of days in the stand, what bucks are currently acting like in Nebraska, and rut hunting tips and tactics to help you punch your tag this month. If you find value in this podcast, please share it with your friends and family. Also, be sure to leave a rating and review. Lastly, be on the lookout for the WhitetailDNA giveaway on the YouTube channel! Enjoy the show! 

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