Wired To Hunt Podcast

Ep. 449: Master September with Shawn Luchtel, Dave Skinner, Brennan Nading, and Greg Godfrey

02 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the show, I'm joined by Shawn Luchtel, Dave Skinner, Brennan Nading, and Greg Godfrey, as we discuss what it takes to make the most out o...

Ep. 448: Rut Fresh Radio 9/1/21

01 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, Rut Fresh returns for its sixth season! In each episode, Spencer interviews hunters across the country to get the latest intel on w...

Ep. 447: Foundations - The Last Essential Work of the Pre-Season

31 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s show, Tony breaks down the reality of the kind of work that we should have totally squared away in the immediate pre-season, and what to ...

Ep. 446: Chasing Public Whitetails from South to North with Tyler Jones and KC Smith

26 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I'm joined by Texas bowhunters Tyler Jones and KC Smith, from The Element, to discuss their experiences hunting public land whitetai...

Ep. 445: Foundations - Evaluating Your Whitetail Ambush Options

24 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode, Tony discusses the stands that we should all have up by now if we have the option to pre-set sites. He also explains what to do ...

Ep. 444: What Would Zach Ferenbaugh Do?

19 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the show, we're running public land bowhunting specialist Zach Ferenbaugh of The Hunting Public through the "What Would You Do?" gauntlet...

Ep. 443: Foundations - Do You Need More Boots-On-The-Ground Scouting?

17 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode is all about whitetail self-reflection, and whether there is still scouting or treestand work that needs to be done as we creep ever...

Ep. 442: What Would Adam Hays Do?

12 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the show, we're running big buck bowhunting specialist Adam Hays, of Team 200, through the "What Would You Do?" gauntlet - posing him a s...

Ep. 441: Foundations - Treat Whitetail Glassing Sessions Like a Rifle Hunt

10 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s show, Tony goes further into the topic of long-range glassing to describe his favorite strategy for laying eyes on bachelor groups that l...

Ep. 440: What Would Michael Hunsucker Do? (And BONUS Conservation News!)

05 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the show, we've got a two-parter. In part one, we're joined by John Gale of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers to discuss one of the most su...

Ep. 439: Foundations - The Long Lost Art of Long-Range Glassing

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s show, Tony makes the case for dusting off your binos and spotting scope to glass summertime bucks like we used to before trail cameras be...

Ep. 438: How to Get Your Head in the Whitetail Game, with Tim Kent

29 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show, guest host Tony Peterson talks with New York bowhunter Tim Kent. They discuss how Tim has changed his mental and physical strategies ...

Ep. 437: Foundations - Trail Camera Recon Realities

27 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s show, Tony explores the various scenarios we all deal with when it comes to summertime trail camera images and how to stay the course, or...

Ep. 436: What Would Jeff Sturgis Do?

22 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the show, I'm joined by Jeff Sturgis of Whitetail Habitat Solutions to run him through a series of challenging hypothetical deer hunting ...

Ep. 435: Foundations - Developing a Whitetail Grocery List

20 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode, Tony explains why the mid-summer months are a great time to start inventorying available food sources on your deer ground.Connec...

Ep. 434: Setting Up the Perfect Whitetail Bow with Jace Bauserman

15 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show, western bowhunter turned whitetail junkie Jace Bauserman discusses his reasoning behind exactly how he sets up his whitetail bows in...

Ep. 433: Foundations - Cell Cams and the Changing Scouting Game

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s show, Tony explores the topic of cellular cameras. He argues for -- and against -- trail cameras in the deer woods, and explains why you ...

Ep. 432: A Deer Season in the Life of Mario Trafficante

08 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, I'm joined by Mario Trafficante of The Hunting Beast to walk through how he approaches scouting, stand set-up, and understanding de...

Ep. 431: Foundations - A Trail Camera Overview

06 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, Tony breaks down trail camera choices and explains the various features of most available models (and why they matter to your scout...

Ep. 430: Jon McRoberts and the Story of One Buck's 185-Mile Rut Journey

01 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show, guest host Tony Peterson chats with Dr. Jon McRoberts about the Missouri deer research he led, which discovered how far some bucks ar...

Ep. 429: Foundations - Scouting Summer Whitetails, Right Where They Live

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, Tony makes his case for why he thinks we should all spend more time in the woods - even during the summer months when it’s bound ...

Ep. 428: Solving the Whitetail Puzzle with Jarrod Erdody

24 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, I'm joined by Jarrod Erdody, most well known from his appearances on the Whitetail Addictions TV show and his Nextbuk Outdoors DV...

Ep. 427: Foundations - Taking E-Scouting for Whitetails to a Granular Level

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, Tony discusses the subtle terrain features, food sources, water sources, and stand sites you should look for when really digging in...

Ep. 426: All of the Ways Deer and Dogs Are Connected With Jeremy Moore

17 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, guest host Tony Peterson interviews dog trainer and avid bowhunter, Jeremy Moore. Topics range from blood tracking with dogs, to th...

Ep. 425: Foundations - Big-Picture E-Scouting for Whitetails

15 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, Tony breaks down taking a macro view of e-scouting for whitetails, whether you’re hunting at home or on the road.Connect with Wir...

Ep. 424: Summer Scouting, Prep, and Big Wired To Hunt News with Spencer Neuharth, Tony Peterson, and Hayden Sammak

10 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, we answer a pile of listener questions about summer whitetail scouting and prep-work, AND share big news about the future of Wired...

Ep. 423: Foundations - Why You Should Develop a True Love of Deer Scouting

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this inaugural episode of Wired To Hunt Foundations, Mark and Tony kick it off with a discussion on why they teamed up to create this new mini-seri...

Ep. 422: Uncovering a Whitetail Wonderland with Janis Putelis

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, I'm joined by Janis Putelis to discuss the scouting, stand prep, and habitat improvement projects the two of recently took on while...

Ep. 421: What Would Dan Johnson Do?

27 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’ve got the one and only Dan Johnson of Sportsmen's Nation on the show and I’m running him through the "What would you do?" gauntlet of ch...

Ep. 420: An Antler Geek's Manifesto with Tony Hansen

20 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, I'm joined by longtime whitetail addict and outdoor writer Tony Hansen to discuss his new book, "An Antler Geeks Manifesto: The Fou...

Ep. 419: Why Discomfort (and Hunting) Makes Us Healthier and Happier, with Michael Easter

13 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m joined by Michael Easter to discuss his fascinating new book, The Comfort Crisis, and his surprising case for getting uncomfortable and, n...

Ep. 418: Planning a DIY Whitetail Trip with Tony Peterson

06 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, I'm joined by Wired to Hunt contributor Tony Peterson to break down everything you need to know to plan and execute a successful DI...

Ep 417: 10 Actions You Can Take Today for Conservation with Sam Soholt

29 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, I’m joined by Sam Soholt, cofounder of Public Land Tees and well known for his Public Land Bus Adventures, and we’re diving int...

Ep. 416: What's New in Private and Public Land Conservation Policy with Whit Fosburgh

22 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I’m joined by Whit Fosburgh, the President and CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership, to discuss the private and...

Ep. 415: DIY On-the-Ground Conservation Work with Adam Keith and Matt Dye

15 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, I’m joined by wildlife habitat consultants Adam Keith and Matt Dye to discuss on-the-ground conservation projects you can employ ...

Ep. 414: Where Public Lands Stand with Randy Newberg

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I’m joined by the one and only Randy Newberg to explore the current state of affairs of public lands in America and the topics, is...

Ep. 413: Aggressive On-the-Ground Tactics for Whitetails with Josh Ilderton

01 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, I’m joined by West Virginia bowhunter Josh Ilderton to discuss his aggressive on-the-ground tactics for hunting whitetails. Conn...

Ep. 412: Swamp Hunting Masterclass with Joe Rentmeester, Doug White, and Andy May

25 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we’re back for another habitat specific roundtable with our focus today being how to hunt deer in swamps, marshes, and wetlands, f...

Ep. 411: What Would Ben Rising Do?

18 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, I'm joined by Ohio whitetail hunting addict Ben Rising to explore exactly how he’d handle some of the most challenging situations...

Ep. 410: Fighting for the Future of Hunting with Clay Newcomb

11 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, I’m joined by Clay Newcomb to discuss the murky future of hunting in America, and actionable ways to ensure that this lifestyle a...

Ep. 409: Mountain Buck Hunting Masterclass with Johnny Stewart, Beau Martonik, and Andy May

04 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re continuing our habitat specific deep-dive series, and today the focus is on mountain country, like the steep country of Pennsylvani...

Ep. 408: The Future of the Back 40 with the National Deer Association

25 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the show, I’m joined by Nick Pinizzotto and Hank Forester of the National Deer Association to discuss the future of the Back 40 propert...

Ep. 407: Non-Resident Woes, Shed Antlers, and 2021 Hunting Plans with Dan Johnson

18 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, we’re taking a break from hardcore strategy and deer hunting deep dives, and instead simply kicking back and catching up with lon...

Ep. 406: 10 Off-Season Tasks For Your Best Season Ever with Tony Peterson

11 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, I’m joined by DIY public land bow hunting guru Tony Peterson to explore 10 different off-season tasks that can help you on your p...

Ep. 405: 2021 State of the Whitetail Union with Kip Adams

04 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, I'm joined by Kip Adams of the National Deer Association to discuss the issues, news, and trends most impacting the future of deer ...

Ep. 404: Open Country Hunting Masterclass with Jared Scheffler, Eddie Claypool, and Andy May

28 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we're continuing our habitat specific deep-dive series, and today the focus is on open country like Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and similar...

Ep. 403: Hill Country Hunting Masterclass with Justin Wright, Joe Elsinger, and Andy May

21 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, I'm joined by a phenomenal panel of DIY whitetail experts to dive deep into all aspects of hunting deer in hill country -- my guest...

Ep. 402: What Can Be Learned From the 2020 Hunting Season

14 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, I'm joined by Spencer Neuharth to review the top events, trends, and nation-wide lessons we can all learn from the 2020 hunting sea...

Ep. 401: Dan Jajo Killed His First Deer!

07 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the podcast, I'm joined by Dan Jajo -- the new hunter we documented through the Back 40 series -- to hear the inspiring story of how he rec...

Ep. 400: New Years Resolutions and Late Season Firearm Advice

31 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the show, I'm joined by Josh "Furter" Hillyard to reflect back on the 2020 season and examine the highs and lows of the past four months....

Ep. 399: Late Season Hunting and Habitat Improvement with Rob Haubry

24 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, we’re joined by wildlife and habitat consultant Rob Haubry to discuss late season hunting and ideas for improving deer and wildli...

Ep. 398: Late Season Tactics and the Helium Balloon Theory

17 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, I'm joined by Tony Peterson to answer listener questions on topics ranging from killing does, to finding late season bucks in warm ...

Ep. 397: Rut Fresh Radio 12/16/20

16 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country for late December...

Ep. 396: How to Learn From a “Failed” Hunt with Janis Putelis

10 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, I’m joined by MeatEater’s Janis Putelis to analyze his 2020 Wisconsin rut bow hunt and explore ways all of us can better learn ...

Ep. 395: Rut Fresh Radio 12/9/20

09 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country for mid-December....

Ep. 394: How I Killed My #1 Target Buck in Michigan

03 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we’re diving deep into the strategies, challenges, and curves in the road that eventually led to me killing my #1 target buck of 2...

Ep. 393: Rut Fresh Radio 12/2/20

02 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country for early Decembe...

Ep. 392: Mastering December with Don Higgins, Neil Dougherty, Gabe Adair, and Will Brantley

26 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we’re hearing from four different whitetail experts about the challenges and opportunities presented to deer hunters by the month...

Ep. 391: Rut Fresh Radio 11/25/20

25 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country for late November...

Ep. 390: I Missed a Buck, Now What?

19 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we are tackling the topic of missing a buck and figuring out what to do next. That’s exactly what happened to me last week. Let’...

Ep. 389: Rut Fresh Radio 11/18/20

18 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country.States covered: M...

Ep. 388: Overcoming the Challenges of the Whitetail Rut

12 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I'm joined by Tony Peterson, Justin Michau, and Charlie Williams to discuss how to handle the unique challenges of hunting the white...

Ep. 387: Rut Fresh Radio 11/11/20

11 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country for the middle of...

Ep. 386: Rut Hunting Public and Pressured Land with Aaron Warbritton and Greg Clements

05 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I'm joined byAaron Warbritton and Greg Clements of The Hunting Public for an absolute masterclass on hunting public land, or heavily...

Ep. 385: Rut Fresh Radio 11/4/20

04 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country for the first ful...

Ep. 384: Hunting the Whitetail Rut with Andrae D’Acquisto

29 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I'm joined by legendary whitetail bow hunter Andrae D’Acquisto for a followup to our previous conversation this summer and this ti...

Ep. 383: Rut Fresh Radio 10/28/20

28 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country leading into the ...

Ep. 382: Mastering the Mind for Better Hunting with Ryan Holiday

22 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I’m joined by New York Times best-selling author Ryan Holiday to discuss the mental side of hunting and a series of time-tested ph...

Ep. 381: Rut Fresh Radio 10/21/20

21 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country for the last week...

Ep. 380: Dad's First Bow Buck and the Back 40 Transformation

15 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we've got the roller coaster story of Year 2 on the Back 40 and my father's recent hunt there which ended with his first kill with a...

Ep. 379: Rut Fresh Radio 10/14/20

14 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country for mid-October.S...

Ep. 378: What Would Andy May Do?

08 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're running acclaimed DIY bowhunter Andy May through a series of challenging hypothetical deer hunting scenarios to better underst...

Ep. 377: Rut Fresh Radio 10/7/20

08 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country for the second wee...

Ep. 376: Mastering October with Jeff Sturgis, Adam Hays, Dan Infalt, and more

01 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we’re hearing from six different whitetail experts about the challenges and opportunities presented to deer hunters by the month ...

Ep. 375: Rut Fresh Radio 9/30/20

30 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on current deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country for the fi...

Ep. 374: Big Woods, Big Scrapes, Big Bucks with Troy Pottenger

24 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I’m joined by whitetail addict Troy Pottenger to discuss his unique methods for targeting big mature public land bucks in the big ...

Ep. 373: Rut Fresh Radio 9/23/20

23 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're back with our Rut Fresh Radio mini-series in which we get from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics each ...

Ep. 372: What Would Tony Peterson Do?

17 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're running acclaimed public land bowhunter Tony Peterson through a series of challenging hypothetical deer hunting scenarios to b...

Ep. 371: Rut Fresh Radio 9/16/20

16 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're back with our Rut Fresh Radio mini-series in which we get from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics each ...

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

10 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 re...

Ep. 369: Rut Fresh Radio 9/9/20

09 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're back with our Rut Fresh Radio mini-series in which we get from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics each ...

Ep. 368: 10 Steps to Your Best Deer Hunting Season Ever

03 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we discuss ten steps to take and keep in mind this year in pursuit of your best deer hunting season ever AND we discuss our first hu...

Ep. 367: Goals, Hopes, and Hitlists for 2020

27 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I'm joined by Dan Johnson to break down our goals, hopes, and hitlists for the 2020 deer hunting season.Topics discussed: Setting th...

Ep. 366: Hunting Down a Target Buck with Andrae D’Acquisto

20 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I'm joined by Andrae Daquisto to discuss the aggressive scouting and hunting tactics that have made him, in many people’s eyes, on...

Ep. 365: What Would Mark Drury Do?

13 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I’m joined by Mark Drury to run through a series of hypothetical deer hunting scenarios ranging from small property habitat impro...

Ep. 364: What Would Dan Infalt Do?

06 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I'm joined by renowned whitetail bowhunter and founder of The Hunting Beast Dan Infalt to explore how he'd tackle a series of tough ...

Ep. 363: What Would Steve Bartylla Do?

30 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I'm joined by outdoor writer and whitetail consultant Steve Bartylla for his take on a series of hypothetical deer hunting scenarios...

Ep. 362: What Would John Eberhart Do?

23 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I'm joined by the legendary DIY Michigan bowhunter John Eberhart to discuss what exactly he would do in some of the deer hunting wor...

Ep. 361: Islands, Big Woods, and Northeast Bucks with John Altman

16 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I'm joined by John Altman, of the new whitetail show Sea Bucks, to discuss his unique tactics for hunting mature bucks across the is...

Ep. 360: A New Era in Deer Conservation with Nick Pinizzotto, Kip Adams, and Lindsay Thomas Jr

09 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I'm joined by Nick Pinizzotto, Kip Adams, and Lindsay Thomas Jr to discuss one of the most significant changes in the deer conservat...

Ep. 359: The Evolution of our Summer Whitetail Prep

02 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I’m joined by Dan Johnson to recap our latest summer whitetail projects and evolving thought processes around summertime deer prep...

Ep. 358: Finding the Buck of Your Dreams with Heath Cisco

25 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I’m joined by DIY bowhunter and Whitetail Addictions team member Heath Cisco to discuss in detail exactly how he locates, studies,...

Ep. 357: Getting Out of Your Deer Hunting Comfort Zone with Justin Hollandsworth

18 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I’m joined by Justin Hollandsworth of Whitetail Addictions TV to discuss high risk high reward tactics that lead to DIY deer hunti...

Ep. 356: Answering Your Most Pressing Hunting Questions with Andy May

11 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I’m joined by my friend and DIY whitetail bowhunting extraordinaire Andy May to answer your most pressing and challenging deer hun...

Ep. 355: Becoming an Elite Deer Hunter with Joe Rentmeester

04 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I’m joined by Wisconsin bowhunter and Hunting Beast contributor Joe Rentmeester to discuss his take on the aggressive hunting tact...

Ep. 354: Your Epic Summer Wild Game Cookout with Danielle Prewett

28 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I’m joined by MeatEater wild foods contributing editor Danielle Prewett to discuss everything you need to know to make this your ...

Ep. 353: How to be a Conservationist in a Post-Pandemic World with Hal Herring

21 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I'm joined by conservation writer and BHA podcast host Hal Herring to explore how to be a conservationist in a post-pandemic world.T...

Ep. 352: Hunting, Fishing, and Social Distance Socializing

14 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show Dan Johnson and I are doing some social distance socializing, simply kicking back and catching up - telling hunting, fishing, and f...

Ep. 351: It's Only Slow Food Until You Try to Eat It with Bill Heavey

07 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I’m joined by Field & Stream editor-at-large and and author Bill Heavey for a rambling exploration of the relevance of hunting...

Ep. 350: Can Whitetail Habitat Managers Do Better? with Lindsay Thomas Jr.

30 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show I'm joined by Lindsay Thomas Jr. of the Quality Deer Management Association for a terrific and varied conversation about whitetail h...