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In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast I’m with a very well known student of whitetail and whitetail hunters, Richard P. Smith, who has been an outdoor writer his whole life focusing on and studying whitetail. He has interviewed thousands of big buck killers and found some common themes we can learn from and put into practice to accomplish the same. And you can download our free journal to use with the podcast, that’s really going to help. Here are the top things to look for during this episode:• What does Richard mean by “walking with whitetails” and how does this contribute to his knowledge base?• What key characteristics has Richard noticed that big buck killers all have in common?• What percent of those hunters are lucky, vs. good, and what can we take from that?• What do most hunter do wrong when targeting big old bucks?• According to us both, what can’t even our modern technology give us advantage on when it comes to deer hunting?• What are Richards top 2 things he suggests you do to more consistently get chances at the biggest• bucks where you hunt? And much more!Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: Mature Buck MindsetsEpisode # 73Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Richard P. SmithIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)DEER IQ Services: • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in our NEW Whitetail Workshop see HERE: https://deeriq.com/deeriq-whitetail-workshop/ • Other Services including our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land, or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ More from DEER IQ: Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/
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In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we are in the first episode in our exciting and highly eye-opening new series - Mature Buck Mindsets. Looking at the mind of big bucks, and big buck hunters and just how they are exceptionally different than most. And again the season theme is how to consistently take the top deer where you hunt. In this episode I’m with the infamous Tony Lapratt who I joined at his house / museum, and he reveals what over 40 years of studying deer and doing thousands of land plans for hunters has taught him about the biggest and smartest bucks out there. It’s a really good and High IQ talk, and you can download our free journal below to use with the podcast, that’s really going to help keep track of all the nuggets of whitetail wisdom. So here are the top things to look for during this episode:• From Tony’s years of experience, what does he say is different about a mature buck than all other deer?• What are the biggest mistakes hunters make when hunting mature bucks, that they keep repeating and don’t even realize?• What are the mindsets that consistent mature buck hunters have, what do they understand, that other hunters do not?• Why don’t most hunters get a stockpile of big bucks on their property?• What are Tony’s thoughts about shooting does and why does he think this?• Exactly when does Tony start hunting, and why does he choose this precise time?• How do you know if you’re doing good and not pressuring your property?• What is the real cause of big bucks avoiding certain areas, like your stand locations?And much more! Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: Mature Buck MindsetsEpisode # 72Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Tony LaprattIQ ranking - 10 (advanced)Tony Lapratt's website: https://www.tonylapratt.com/ DEER IQ Services: • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in a our Advanced Whitetail Workshop: https://deeriq.com/deeriq-whitetail-workshop/ • Other Services Overview: our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land, or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ More from DEER IQ: Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/
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In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we continuing our multi part series looking into what exactly it takes “to consistently take the top deer where you hunt” This episode I discuss what I think is the #1 tool for whitetail hunting consistently, and are looking back at the whitetail hunter pyramid of success… the 6 steps & core competencies to become a highly effective hunter. There are just certain things that if you do them, do them well, and in a certain order lead to the highest odds hunts and results.I am going to address address step 4 - Data Analysis, Just how do you organize data to make sense out of it so you don’t get overwhelmed, can focus on what you need to, and weed out the distractions and misleading info to determine the exact when and where for a surgical hunt. That’s a big one to tackle in one episode, but I’m going to give some important things to start thinking about. And you can download our free journal to use with the podcast, that’s really going to help. So here are the top things to look for during this episode:• What are the 2 main tools I talk about and how do they help you organize your data for better decision making that leads to success vs. failure?• How should you organize and label your spots as you build your portfolio so you don’t hunt in the wrong spot at the wrong time, and always make the right choices?• How can the 2 main types of this tool I talk about combine to make a magnifying factor to increase your odds on a top deer where you hunt.Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: Mature Buck MindsetsEpisode # 71Guest: Host Adam LewisIQ ranking - 10 (advanced)Previous episodes in this series (whitetail hunter pyramid of success)# 63 - a smarter way to scout https://app.fusebox.fm/embed/player/track/vAgv2e2gpo/63 #62 - the magic # of hunting spots https://app.fusebox.fm/embed/player/track/vAgv2e2gpo/62 #60 - keys to scent & sound control https://app.fusebox.fm/embed/player/track/vAgv2e2gpo/60 #59 - How to take big bucks every year https://app.fusebox.fm/embed/player/track/vAgv2e2gpo/59 DEER IQ Services: • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in our NEW Whitetail Workshop see HERE: https://deeriq.com/deeriq-whitetail-workshop/ • Other Services including our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land, or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ More from DEER IQ: Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/
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In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we wrap up our series on public land hunting with Michael Veine, a long time outdoor writer with a lot of experience in the hard to hunt big woods of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. It’s actually the 2nd half of our interview, the first of which hasn’t been released yet. So when I mention the first episode, that actually has not aired but will in the future regarding private land. So if you hunt large areas of public, and have a hard time finding quality spots that produce, this episode is for you. And you can download our free journal to use with the podcast, that’s really going to help. So here are the top things to look for during this episode:• What is Michael's main criteria for finding the best potential spots to take big woods bucks?• When does Michael focus his precise efforts, and where does he focus these for the best odds hunting large expansive tracts of public land?• What strategy does he use to simultaneously leverage private and public land for maximizing his strategic hunts during the season?• How many public land spots does Michael have, and say you need, and why is this a big key according to him?• How have wolves changed how he hunts and when he hunts for more success?Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: Hunt Breakdown and AnalysisEpisode # 70Guest: Host Adam Lewis; Guests - Michael VeineIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)DEER IQ Services: • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in our NEW Whitetail Workshop see HERE: https://deeriq.com/deeriq-whitetail-workshop/ • Other Services including our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land, or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ More from DEER IQ: Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/
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In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we discuss 3 Michigan hunts from 2024 and just how and why they came together. Included is my recent public land buck, which was actually a mission 2 years in the making. It's a "No BS" session - a High IQ breakdown and analysis, including one incredible ground hunt that really paid off. Here are the top things to look for during this episode.• How did each hunter approach their hunt to have the highest odds possible?• What factors had to come together for the high-risk/high-reward ground hunt Cody pulled off?• How was my (Adam) connection several years in the making, and how did I readjust even with many hunters around to find the right spot.• What were the main factors ALL these hunts had in common that was key? And more!Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: Hunt Breakdown and AnalysisEpisode # 69Guest: Host Adam Lewis; Guests - Mark Kawiecki, Cody GarnseyIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)DEER IQ Services: • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in our NEW Whitetail Workshop see HERE: https://deeriq.com/deeriq-whitetail-workshop/ • Other Services including our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land, or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ More from DEER IQ: FOUNDATIONS Episode Mentioned: https://youtu.be/NBWdFHE92lg Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/
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In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we discuss DIY or Freelance hunting, which is a big deal among public land hunters these days, and our two guests - Greg Godfrey of Tethrd and John Eberhart just released a 3 volume book on the subject that goes perfectly with where we are in our public land series. Now, there are some glitchy audio things I did my best to fix, so bear with us on that, but there are some really good topics covered if you hunt mobile, DIY, or Freelance style hunting or are thinking about that. Here are the top things to look for during this episode.• How do the guys define DIY hunting a bit differently?• Is “going in blind” good to do - which is a popular phrase these days, and what are keys to do this effectively?• What are some big pitfalls of DIY hunting you have to avoid?• What does John say about hunting before the pre -rut, and how to identify and save the best rut locations on public land?• How do Greg and john prep differently for a hunt both in, and out of season?• How do you know when to hunt vs. move on when freelance hunting?And much more!Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: Public Land - Beating the OddsEpisode # 68Guest: Host Adam Lewis; Guests - John Eberhart, Greg GodfreyIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)John & Greg's DIY Book HEREDEER IQ Services: • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in our NEW Whitetail Workshop see HERE: https://deeriq.com/deeriq-whitetail-workshop/ • Other Services including our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land, or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ More from DEER IQ: FOUNDATIONS Episode Mentioned: https://youtu.be/NBWdFHE92lg Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/
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In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we continue our series called “public land - beating the odds” where we dig back into the strategies, mindsets, and approaches to be successful on public land despite the many challenges that come with it. And again this season is all about how to consistently take the top deer where you hunt and our guest is no stranger to that. This episode is part 2 with Jared Scheffler of Whitetail Adrenaline and we get more specific with some interesting topics we just touched the surface on last time. And we have a free journal, a great way to track and apply what we talk about in the podcast, that is linked below so check that out. Here are the top things to look for during this episode.• What are the 2 main “bear holes” Jared says you have to focus on that will give you the most advantage hunting public land? Remember a bear hole is a big thing to fill vs. rabbit holes that are small minute things.• How does Jared find mini pockets of good bucks that elude other hunters?• How does Jared adjust on the fly to get on big deer consistently?• What is the problem with E-scouting today, that makes it much less valuable than most think?• How does Jared hunt-scout a parcel to determine its hunting value - or see if it’s worth his time to even hunt?Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: So there I was - Hunting stories of epic adventureEpisode # 67Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Jared SchefflerIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate) Jared's Website & DVD's: https://whitetailadrenaline.com/ DEER IQ Services: • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in our NEW Whitetail Workshop see HERE: https://deeriq.com/deeriq-whitetail-workshop/ • Other Services including our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land, or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ More from DEER IQ: FOUNDATIONS Episode Mentioned: https://youtu.be/NBWdFHE92lg Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/
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In this episode of the DEER IQ podcast we’re continuing our new series called “public land - beating the odds” where we dig back into the strategies, mindsets, and approaches to be successful on public land despite the many challenges that come with it. This week I’m with my friend Mark talking about a couple big myths or traps that many public land hunters fall into, and how vital it is to avoid them and just how to do that. Here are the top things to look for during this episode.• What is my history with public land hunting, and what do I claim will make the biggest impact for anyone to become a better hunter?• What is the big myth I think hunters believe and what is the root cause of this?• Why does believing this myth actually lead to more hunting pressure and poor hunting many times?• How did Mark and I fall for this last year, and what is the fix for falling into this trap?Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: So there I was..Episode #66Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Mark KawieckiIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)DEER IQ Services: • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in our NEW Whitetail Workshop see HERE: https://deeriq.com/deeriq-whitetail-workshop/ • Other Services including our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land, or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ More from DEER IQ: Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/
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In this episode of the DEER IQ podcast we’re starting a new series called “public land - beating the odds” where we dig back into the strategies, mindsets, and approaches to be successful on public land despite the many challenges that come with it. I’m joined this week for part 1 with Jared Scheffler of Whitetail Adrenaline, who is very well known for his aggressive approach to public land hunting, and his raw documentation of it in his DVD series. It’s a great conversation aimed at beginners, but will really benefit anyone listening who hunts public land, or is thinking about it. And yes we have our free journal you can download below, that will really help you get the most out of this podcast. Here are the top things to look for during this episode.• What did Jared struggle with initially when starting public land hunting, and what would he tell other hunters just starting out?• What does he mean by “playing defense” and “playing offense” when hunting, and how does this specifically relate to the right approach for public land?• What is the antidote to territorial hunters when you run into them?• What does Jared mean and refer to as “bear holes” vs. “rabbit holes” and why is this concept so important? • What was his 2 big “aha” moments in public land hunting that helped propel him to where he is today?Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: So there I was..Episode # 65Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Jared SchefflerIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)Jared's Website & DVD's: https://whitetailadrenaline.com/ DEER IQ Services: • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in our NEW Whitetail Workshop see HERE: https://deeriq.com/deeriq-whitetail-workshop/ • Other Services including our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land, or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ More from DEER IQ: FOUNDATIONS Episode Mentioned: https://youtu.be/NBWdFHE92lg Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/
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In this special episode of the Deer IQ podcast I’m going to be starting a story-based series called “So there I was - hunting stories of epic adventure.” This is where I will tell a story of a specific buck, and also break down how and why it worked out. I’ll be inserting these here and there throughout this year. I’ll also apply some of the principles we’ve been going over in the 6 steps or core competencies of highly effective hunters, and how those worked in this real world hunting situation. This hunt is about my 2016 Ohio 13 point, and the story is kind of wild and shows the interconnectedness of whitetail hunters - in both success and failure. And yes we have our free journal you can download below, that will really help you get the most out of this podcast. Ok so, here are the top things to look for during this episode.• What was so disappointing about my previous season, 2015, and what can we learn from that failure?• How did the “first sit rule” or strategic strike I talk about so much about, come into play with several bucks in this story?• How much time passed between getting high value intel about this particular buck, and me getting the shot?• What were key moments and decisions I made when it came to tracking and retrieving this buck that were pivotal in finding him?• What happened when 2 other hunters who pursued this deer for 3 years found out about his demise, and the big twist here - what well known person did this wind up being?Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: So there I was..Episode # 64Guest: Host Adam LewisIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)DEER IQ Services: • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in a Whitetail Workshop, our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land, or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ More from DEER IQ: FOUNDATIONS Episode Mentioned: https://youtu.be/NBWdFHE92lg Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/
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In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we are in our series “summer prep for fall success,” as we continue to look at how to achieve our goal, or theme of this year “to consistently take the top deer where you hunt” and exact habits and systems needed to do that. This week we look at scouting deer and collecting data, and a different and very smart way to look at that to help you make the best hunting decisions possible. And yes we have our free journal you can download below, that will really help you get the most out of this podcast. So, here are the top things to look for during this episode.• How and why I view collecting scouting intel like money.• What reverse surveillance is and how this strips trail cameras of any benefit.• How to use a cost-benefit analysis to drive scouting and hunting decisions• How I used this scouting model to get a few steps from a public land buck on the ground after gaining one bit of data on him, and exactly how that played out.• What I do out of state to get vital intel on very short trips..Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: Summer Prep for Fall SuccessEpisode # 63Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Mark KawieckiIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)DEER IQ Services: • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in a Whitetail Workshop, our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land, or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ More from DEER IQ: FOUNDATIONS Episode Mentioned: https://youtu.be/NBWdFHE92lg Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/
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In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we are in our series “summer prep for fall success,” as we continue to look at how to achieve our goal, or theme of this year “to consistently take the top deer where you hunt” and exact habits and systems needed to do that. The big question for this week is how many spots do you need to get a chance at a deer you want to shoot, every time you go out? What does that look like, and is that even possible? And yes we have our free journal you can download below, that will really help you get the most out of this podcast. Ok so, here are the top things to look for during this episode.• What is the difference between a goal, a criteria, and the measuring stick as I define it, when it comes to being a consistent hunter?• How many times did I hunt my first year compared to last year, and what was the main reason for this difference?• And what are the considerations you have to make when trying to figure out a number of spots you need to have, to have good opportunities every time out? It's all in this episode of the Deer IQ podcast - listen, subscribe, share! Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: Summer Prep for Fall SuccessEpisode # 62Guest: Host Adam LewisIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)DEER IQ Services: • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in a Whitetail Workshop, our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land, or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ More from DEER IQ: FOUNDATIONS Episode Mentioned: https://youtu.be/ifjUOPY0bXY Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/
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In this special episode of the Deer IQ podcast we discuss the recent Michigan regulations changes, and the DMI (Deer Management Initiative) teams & new process that helped make suggestions. I’m joined by 2 team members, and we get candid about what really happened and why, and how something with so much promise turned into what one member called a “train wreck.” So, here are the top things to look for during this episode.• Were the goals clearly communicated to the teams?• What was the criteria for reg suggestions supposed to be, and was that really followed?• What does one guest say was unethical in the UP DMI?• Did special interest groups influence the final regulations?• Did the DNR and NRC really take this process seriously?• Who ultimately failed, the DNR, NRC, or DMI teams?• What’s the solution moving forward for Michigan hunters and our deer herd?It's all in this episode of the Deer IQ podcast - listen, subscribe, share! Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries SpecialEpisode # 61Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Bob Jones, Jordan HooverIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)DEER IQ Services: • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in a Whitetail Workshop, our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land, or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ More from DEER IQ: Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/
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In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we will continue to look at how to achieve our goal, or theme of this year “to consistently take the top deer where you hunt” and exact habits and systems needed to do that - two of those being scent and sound control. I’m joined by my friend Mark for this conversation on a couple foundational systems to help with that task. Here are the top things to look for during this episode.• What is our defined difference between going with your gut vs. a strategic hunt, and why in my opinion does that matter so much if you want more consistent success?• What are the details of a scent control regimen that actually works, and what is the key way you have to implement it to be effective?• What did I learn about hunter sounds at the University of Toledo test facility, and how does this translate into a practical hunting application?It's all in this episode of the Deer IQ podcast - listen, subscribe, share! Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: Summer Prep for Fall SuccessEpisode # 60Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Mark KawieckiIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)DEER IQ Services: • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in a Whitetail Workshop, our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land, or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ More from DEER IQ: Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/
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This episode is our first of year 2, in the series "Summer Prep for Fall Success." We take a very different approach to that topic than most podcasts though. We discuss: our new theme for year 2 and why this is vitally important, preview the great guests we'll have for the year, reveal the NEW ENHANCED Deer IQ Test, and also dig into a core paradigm shift sure to transform your hunting! It's all in this episode of the Deer IQ podcast - listen, subscribe, share! Year Theme: To consistently take the top deer where you huntSeries: Summer Prep for Fall SuccessEpisode # 59Guest: Host Adam LewisIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)DEER IQ Services: • The NEW Deer IQ TEST & Consultation HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/ • For interest in a Whitetail Workshop, our Coached Small Group, land and hunting plans for your private land, or a public land hunting analysis, visit HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ More from DEER IQ: Website: https://deeriq.com Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762 Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/ Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/ Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/
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In this episode we look at how to properly use a saddle for the most functional use and to get the full advantage on deer, which many hunters do not. Watch the related Deer IQ podcast video with host Adam Lewis and guest John Eberhart on YouTube HERE: https://youtu.be/soDxB4HGHcw High IQ Topics are stand alone bonus episodes separate from our curriculum series. They supplement and add to our curriculum series with relevant and helpful deer hunting tactics and strategies. You'll also find this in video form on our YouTube channel. Enjoy this bonus content and up your Deer IQ!Year Theme: To Be a Greater HunterSeries: HIGH IQ TOPICSIQ ranking - 10 (advanced)Services: get on the waiting list for a whitetail weekend workshop, strategic land and hunting plans for your private land, our coached small group, or a public land hunting analysis: HERESOCIAL:Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deerhunteriq/ HELPFUL LINKS: Get started - website overview HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-overview/ Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/Deer IQ Test: https://deeriq.com/deeriqtest/Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/ Curriculum: https://deeriq.com/curriculum/Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChTQOWN0iWSIu51Bn5Qb_wA
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This episode is our final episode of year 1 where our overarching theme was - to be a greater deer hunter. If you haven’t listened to all our series, I invite you to take the next few weeks to do so - we started with Barriers we need to overcome, got in the mind of mature bucks, had a deep dive into public land hunting, dissected private land strategies, dove deep into the science of deer, looked at what stewardship really is, then ended with some major controversies. But over the course of the year I asked many of our guests this one overarching question - what exactly does it take to be a great deer hunter, and this week we look at what they said. You can look back at the full episodes with those guests, I’ll put those in the notes. And if you want to get more out of our podcast, download our free journal, thats really going to help. Guests: • Nathan Acker EP # 6• Clint McCory EP # 28, 30• John Eberhart EP # 16, 39• Dr. Bronson Strickland EP # 52,53• Jared Van Hees EP # 25,26• Dr. Karl Miller EP # 49,51• Adam Hays III EP # 36,37Year Theme: To Be a Greater HunterSeries: year 1 finaleEpisode # 57Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Various GuestsIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)
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This episode bridges two of our series - controversies & solutions, and what it takes to be a great hunter. It does this because this episode includes both someone that many feel is one of the best whitetail hunters ever, with probably the biggest controversy ever - Mitch Rompola and his infamous 1998 buck. We cover what 3 people that knew him first hand say about that infamous deer, and also some strange hunting techniques he used. And yes, I (Adam) knocked on Mitch’s door in an attempt to get an interview, and will reveal what happened, and will finally answer one big question that’s been floating around for years. And, to be clear, I have utmost respect for all the guests on this episode and their takes on this topic. My "solutions" at the end are for people like me - the masses that never saw the buck, or knew Mitch. A special thanks to those guests and Dan Schmidt for letting me use the video clips. Here's what to look for: Guest 1 - John Ohmer (We are at a show for some of these, so excuse the background noise.)• What is the exact nature of John’s relationship to Mitch, and I think it’s important to understand relationships as we analyze some of our interviews and keep these in mind.• Why John says Mitch told him and some other people to stand down.• What does John say about seeing an infamous shed (which another guest comments on later)Guest 2: Richard P. Smith• What does Richard say about the missing 30 minute video of the recovery?• I will also include a clip of this which has circulated around a lot, and pay attention to Mitch’s reaction, and other various details of the video - like how the antlers and skull actually look, which is where a lot of controversy stems. Guest 3: John Eberhart (Courtesy of Deer and Deer Hunting Editor Dan Schmidt & including him in the video - see that full video here: https://youtu.be/zqafGQt1riI?si=xGjJWi9fqSl9ZmZm) • What is John Eberhart’s interpretation to the SAME shed John Ohmer saw at the same show?• What is his take on the idea that Mitch didn't want recognition?Adam Lewis:• what myth is busted when I knocked on Mitch's door?Year Theme: To Be a Greater HunterSeries: Hunting Controversies & SolutionsEpisode # 56Guests: Host Adam Lewis, Various GuestsIQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)DEER IQ Services:• Surgical Hunting Small Group - email Adam for interest [email protected] • if interested in a whitetail weekend workshop, strategic land and hunting plans for your private land, or a public land hunting analysis, visit here: https://forms.gle/peiUQPgUWDKkGG6g7MORE DEER IQ Stuff: Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon Get started - website overview HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-overview/Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/Deer IQ Test: https://deeriq.com/deeriqtest/Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/Curriculum: https://deeriq.com/curriculum/Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/
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In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we are in our series - hunting controversies and solutions. I am joined by Adam Miller - host of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast as we co-air a discussion about the recent Michigan Deer Management Initiative Recommendations. How did those meetings with public input for new regulations actually go, and what will be the outcome for deer hunting in Michigan - we share our takes with some controversial regulations - like youth season restructuring, APR’s coming into play, possible earn a buck, and much more.Here's what to look for in this episode:• What is the hunting culture issue Adam speaks of in Michigan?• What seems to be a big fail in the DMI process according to us both?• Do youth seasons help or hurt with the Michigan buck-centric culture (meaning our obsession to shoot lots of bucks instead of does, which leads to an unhealthy and imbalanced deer herd).• And will baiting be reinstated - is that good or bad?And a whole lot more High IQ stuff in there!Year Theme: To Be a Greater HunterSeries: Hunting Controversies & SolutionsEpisode # 55Guests: Host Adam Lewis, Guest - Adam Miller (Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bowhunterchronicles_podcast/ Website: https://bowhunterchroniclespodcast.com/)IQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)DEER IQ Services:• Surgical Hunting Small Group - email Adam for interest [email protected] • if interested in a whitetail weekend workshop, strategic land and hunting plans for your private land, or a public land hunting analysis, visit here: https://forms.gle/peiUQPgUWDKkGG6g7MORE DEER IQ Stuff: Get started - website overview HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-overview/Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/Deer IQ Test: https://deeriq.com/deeriqtest/Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/Curriculum: https://deeriq.com/curriculum/Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon
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In this episode we’re in a new series - Hunting Controversies & Solutions. I was warned not to cover this topic, because it’s probably the most controversial and maybe divisive one in the deer hunting world - Chronic Wasting Disease, or CWD. But we’re going to look at because I think it’s important to know about & discuss. We’ll get an overview of what it is, how states have handled or mishandled it, and opinions on potential solutions from a DNR Biologist, 2 top scientists, and a very knowledgeable Deer Farmer. And, you’re going to want to write some of this overflowing wealth of wisdom down, and reflect on it after to get the most out of it. Our free journal is the best way to do that - download it below. Here are the top things to look for during this episode:• What do we know, and NOT know about CWD?• What has worked to combat it, and what has not?• How are state DNR agencies measuring the effectiveness of the actions taken to stop the spread?• 2 reasons why Dr. Bronson Strickland says it's so hard to combat.• What Dr. Karl Miller says is so "scary," and what he thinks the deer herd could look like in a few decades if CWD is not stopped. • What the Deer Professor and Deer Farmer (Conquest Scents) Doug Roberts says about the genetic solution, and how deer farms are getting the solution.And a whole lot more High IQ stuff in there!Year Theme: To Be a Greater HunterSeries: Hunting Controversies & SolutionsEpisode # 54Guest: Host Adam Lewis; Chad Stewart, Dr. Bronson Strickland, Dr. Karl Miller, IQ ranking - 5 (intermediate)DEER IQ Services:• Surgical Hunting Small Group - email Adam for interest [email protected] • if interested in a whitetail weekend workshop, strategic land and hunting plans for your private land, or a public land hunting analysis, visit here: https://forms.gle/peiUQPgUWDKkGG6g7MORE DEER IQ Stuff: Get started - website overview HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-overview/Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762Deer IQ FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/Deer IQ Test: https://deeriq.com/deeriqtest/Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide: https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/Curriculum: https://deeriq.com/curriculum/Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon
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