Wing & Tail Outdoors - Deer Down, Strategy, and New Gear Impressions

On this episode of Michigan Wild, Nate goes through some current events that involve some real world struggles that are very relatable. He feels this is the least prepared he has been in over a decade going into a fall chasing whitetails. However he is still very excited and ready for October and the passion to fill some tags with his bow is there. Henry, Nate's son, did connect on another awesome buck for the youth season and Nate does a breakdown on the hunt in this episode. Nate also takes the time to give an update on his fall food plots and mock scrapes and how he has a solid game plan for attacking different properties for the first 10 days of October. He does have a couple target deer he is hoping to locate and hunt and feels the mock scrapes and new plots will aid in that process.  Ending the episode Nate talks about his mindset and the struggles he has faced with his own hunting journey. He had a great conversation with a very successful hunter recently and through the conversation he was challenged and really thought about why he hunts. He has always felt the struggle of being pulled over the edge and becoming all consumed with hunting and shared his thoughts on the matter.  Thank you for listening to the episode! If you would like to support Michigan Wild farther leave a review/ranking anywhere you listen to the podcast!  Interested in being a guest on Michigan Wild? Send an email to [email protected] send a message on Instagram @michiganwildpod. In need of a tracking dog? Reach out to Find It Fred, Tony and his dog are top notch and Tony is passionate about helping fellow hunters. Looking to add a food plot or change up your food plot strategy check out vitalizeseed.com and the Habitat Podcast. Check out Wildlife Legends Taxidermy for any of your taxidermy needs. Want to dive into the mock scrape game, or find a proven product? Check out DH3 a full synthetic scrape system.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is a continuation of the Antler Up Sessions, featuring Nine Finger Chronicles host Dan and Jeremy as they dive into the nitty-gritty of late-summer hunting preparation and gear strategy. This conversational episode focuses on the practical steps and gear choices necessary to put antlers on the ground before the season heats up. Dan kicks off the discussion by sharing his initial steps for the year, detailing his trail camera setup on one key property and the ongoing quest for a specific, mature target buck. The conversation quickly transitions into a dedicated gear talk, comparing different mobile hunting setups. Dan and Jeremy weigh the balance between all-day comfort offered by traditional stands and the aggressive mobility required for strategic rut hunting with saddles and lightweight stands. They conclude that successful hunting requires a tool belt full of options: utilizing comfortable, established stands in high-traffic funnels, while reserving lighter, more mobile systems for crucial micro-adjustments based on real-time deer behavior. This discussion offers valuable insights for any hunter deciding how to best invest in their mobile setup for the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Man Therapy Podcast, hosts Dan and Kyle explore the intricacies of family life, work-life balance, and emotional responsibility. They share personal experiences of transitioning to self-employment to spend more time with their families, discuss strategies for managing moods, and the impact of technology on children's behavior. The conversation emphasizes the importance of humor, emotional maturity, and effective communication in parenting, while also addressing the challenges of modern family dynamics. In this conversation, Dan and Kyle explore the challenges of parenting in a digital age, discussing the impact of technology on childhood, the importance of outdoor play, and the responsibilities of parents in managing screen time. They reflect on their own experiences with video games and the changing dynamics of gender roles in parenting, emphasizing the need for personal responsibility and accountability in both parents and children. Takeaways: Kyle shares his experience of leaving a university job for private practice to spend more time with family. Dan and Kyle discuss the importance of being present for their children and the joy it brings. They reflect on the challenges of balancing work and family life, especially as self-employed individuals. Kyle emphasizes the need to take responsibility for one's mood and how it affects family dynamics. Dan shares his strategies for managing bad moods, including outdoor activities and archery. They discuss the importance of humor in diffusing tense situations with family. Kyle highlights the significance of emotional maturity in recognizing and managing one's feelings. Dan talks about the impact of technology on children's behavior and family interactions. They share insights on how to address behavioral issues in children effectively. Kyle and Dan discuss the importance of communication and understanding in parenting. Parents need to set boundaries around screen time for their children. Outdoor play is essential for children's development and creativity. Technology addiction is a growing concern among children today. Parents must take responsibility for their own screen time habits. Learning to cope with boredom is a crucial skill for children. The dynamics of parenting roles are evolving in modern families. Engaging with children during their screen time can make transitions easier. There is a significant difference between past and present gaming experiences. Personal responsibility is key in both parenting and childhood development. The balance of household responsibilities should be equitable between partners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this engaging conversation, Dan and Drew discuss various topics related to hunting, healthcare, and family life. They share insights on the challenges of accessing hunting properties in Iowa, the impact of land management on deer populations, and the importance of introducing the next generation to hunting. Drew shares his journey into bow hunting, the balance between family life and hunting, and his goals for the upcoming season. The conversation highlights the complexities of hunting in a changing landscape and the shared passion for the outdoors. Takeaways Drew works in healthcare administration, focusing on operations management. The challenges of navigating insurance in healthcare are significant. Youth sports can consume a lot of time for parents. Hunting in Iowa offers unique opportunities but also challenges. Accessing hunting properties is becoming increasingly difficult. The future of hunting for the next generation is uncertain. Bow hunting requires a deep understanding of equipment and techniques. Public land hunting presents its own set of challenges and strategies. Access routes are critical to hunting success. Setting realistic goals for hunting seasons is important. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are bringing the last two episodes to life on today's podcast. In just one hunt we were able to decide on pack vs packing and take out the trash. This one also brings Heath back down memory lane. You’re not going to want to miss this jammed packed with tips and tidbits of great info we just covered.  IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt    Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Darkenergy OnX  Double U Hunting Supply Quick-track.com Muddy River Transport    Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.com Corey.ca   Darkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4 darkenergy.com   Onx: subscribe to the best mapping app on the market by using promo code - K920   Frontline Optics- Duty sunglasses Polarized No questions asked replacement Charitable Donation with every pair Free shipping Frontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4 https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyy     Subscribe to:  Full Cry Magazine Bear Hunting Magazine Southern Hound hunting Magazine  American Bear Foundation   For the best lights in the business Check out: Cajunlights.com    Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.com We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.   www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the How to Hunt Deer Podcast, Dan shares his experiences from a recent youth hunting weekend with his children. He discusses the current state of deer movement, the effectiveness of mock scrapes, and the impact of the acorn crop on hunting strategies. Dan also recounts the story of his son's first deer hunt, reflecting on the importance of family bonding through hunting and the lessons learned along the way. Takeaways Dan discusses the importance of youth hunting experiences. He shares insights on deer movement patterns observed recently. Mock scrapes have proven effective in attracting deer. The acorn crop this year is abundant, affecting deer behavior. Expect little movement until the pre-rut period. Food sources play a crucial role in deer movement. Dan recounts the excitement of his son's first deer hunt. Field dressing a deer can be a learning experience for kids. Encouraging kids to engage with nature is vital. Building a lasting relationship through hunting is important. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Mike and I interview Mike's good buddy Joe Murren from Pennsylvania. Joe is a trail camera fanatic. He typically runs over 25 trail cameras every year. The primary topic of discussion in this episode was all things trail cameras. We discuss some of the common patterns that Joe has come to notice over the years with running that number of cameras. We talk about camera placement, location, and how these things change with the time of year. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of "The Wing and Tail Boys," Chris kicks it off with some updates on his season and life all around heading into the heart of hunting season. He speaks on some intel he’s gathered, some mistakes he’s made, and some of the plans he has moving forward. Chris also shares his experiences with some new equipment he’s brought into the field this season. In addition, Chris goes on to tell about the first ever kill with the Truth-stiX Custom Arrows, and they didn’t disappoint! This is an all around quick breakdown of what this season has brought so far and what the moves are in the coming weeks. Thank you for joining us, wishing you all success, and remember… “Success Is Just a Commitment Away!” Show Our Supporters Some Love! VitalizeSeed.Com RackGetterScents.Net Firenock.com WingAndTailOutdoors.Com https://nestedtreestands.com/WT10  Discount Code WT10 SilverBirchArchery.Com HuntArsenal.Com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick tracks down Dr. Brent Race, a lead scientist from NIH (National Institutes of Health) who worked on the study; Inactivation of chronic wasting disease prions using sodium hypochlorite. The findings are exciting and promising for home or commercial processors who could be butchering infected deer. Using a solution of 40% bleach and a soak of 5 minutes, CWD prions can be inactivated, saving your cutlery, and non-porous cutting surfaces from infecting further butcher jobs, thus having to be pitched. With many parts of the country, including my home county in Michigan, having to face this growing problem that is showing to be very formidable. However, this may be a battle won in the ongoing war of CWD. Dr. Race explained that deactivating other infectious prion diseases with bleach is “old news”, but no work had been done on CWD in cervides (classification of the deer species) with a bleach treatment. Running several simulations with infected brain matter, stainless steel rods were covered in infectious prions and submerged in different concentrations of bleach along with varying amounts of time. The now treated roda were moved over to a solution of healthy prion material. Activated infectious prions would begin mutating healthy prions, making them infectious. In-activated infectious prions can’t mutate healthy prions, meaning they couldn’t spread the infection. Article: https://www.nih.gov/news-events/news-releases/household-bleach-inactivates-chronic-wasting-disease-prions Actual Study (if you enjoy scientific reading): https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0223659 From the discussion, Huntavore has put together some procedures to think about when cutting up your own deer that could be infected. Mind you these are steps are being proactive, reacting to not knowing your deer is positive for CWD, rather than reactive and scrambling with the news of knowing your deer is positive, Setup: Put down a disposable ground covering, like plastic drop cloth or construction paper (the large rolls). Place cutting table on covered area. Might want to avoid the kitchen table. Proceed cutting up the animal making sure keep cuts in non-porous containers Bag, seal, wrap, whatever your storing method then box up, freeze, and wait for the results (hardest part). Try to avoid grinding meat at this point. Clean Up: Make sure the area is WELL ventilated. Brush fat, and silverskin, small bits on the ground cover, rollup and bag up. Wash and scrub both table/cutting boards, and used saws or knives per usual. Removing all remaining macro bits. Rinse and let dry (to not dilute the bleach treatment. Sack up all sponges/rags/Brillo pads that were used (wait on the test results, if positive, toss with the meat. If ok, they can be used again.) Mix up a container of 1 to 1 parts water and household bleach. Place all cutlery in the solution, making sure bleach can get to all surfaces. Set a timer for 5 minutes, watch carefully. Pull, rinse, let dry before putting away. In a spray bottle, filled with full strength bleach, spray down cutting boards or cutting table, as long as they are non porous. Let set for 5-7 minutes, watching the surface so it’s not damaged by the bleach. When time is up, rinse off and let dry. Show Partners: Umai Dry Instagram: @umaidry Website: bit.ly/3WhfnnX Sign up for the newsletter for 10% off TieBoss Instagram: @tiebossllc Website: https://tieboss.com/pod?ref=pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, I talk with Jack Ruthruff from Michigan for a good old fashioned B.S. Session. This conversation ranges from youth season, rules and regulations, and the impact the massive acorn crop will have across the nation this year. Overall this is a great discussion about the current time of year and the upcoming deer hunting season. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Celebrating Milestones 02:30 Life in Michigan and Work in Supply Chain 05:14 Hunting Experiences and Family Dynamics 10:51 Expectations and Mindset in Hunting 16:21 Hunting in Different States: Michigan vs. Kansas 21:39 Regulations and the Future of Hunting in Michigan 27:08 Understanding Deer Behavior Under Pressure 30:11 Strategies for Hunting High-Pressure Public Land 32:32 The Impact of Hunting Culture on Deer Management 36:08 Defining Success in the Hunt 44:26 Debating Deer Tag Regulations and Pricing 49:46 Setting Goals for the Hunting Season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices