Seeing the forest for the trees. That can be a challenge in today’s busy world where simply finding time to be in the woods deer hunting is a welcome reprieve. Arguably, being in a hurry in the deer woods isn’t part of the best recipe for success considering how much we’re probably missing because we’re laser-focused on getting to a stand or blind without regard for the greater environment around us.

In this episode, Nick and The Doctor are joined by Master Naturalist and Guide Dan Gardoqui of Lead with Nature to talk about how birds and other animals tell us what’s happening in the woods around us and we’re likely missing it. That’s right. The birds might be giving your presence away or letting you know to be ready for the deer coming your way. This episode will have you looking at how you approach hunting in ways you likely haven’t before, and you’ll even get to hear some of Dan’s bird sound imitations!

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About the National Deer Association

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It’s time to hunt deer! With hunting seasons in or about to start in most places in the country, it’s time to talk deer hunting. In this episode, we’re joined by Zach Scheidegger and Joe Pendergrass of ALPS OutdoorZ to discuss early-season whitetail hunting strategies. You’ll hear perspectives from the group about both public and private land, and how the approach might be different. Also in this episode, you’ll learn about a few of the newest products from ALPS OutdoorZ, a long-time NDA supporter.

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The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!

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In this episode, learn about how wildlife conservation is being robbed by Pittman-Roberson Act and Dingell-Johnson Act excise tax slippage due to foreign product production and international e-commerce. Dan Forster, Chief Conservation Officer at Archery Trade Association, joins Nick and The Doctor to explain this complex issue and how it is hurting businesses and ultimately wildlife in the United States.

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and we’re celebrating by bringing you our 2024 deer season preview special. With a combined 200 years of deer hunting experience, our panel of Kip Adams, Brian Grossman, Mike Groman, Nick Pinizzotto, and Lindsay Thomas, Jr. share their gear setups, hunting approaches, goals for the upcoming season, and much more. This is a unique opportunity to learn about how some of the team of the National Deer Association will be approaching the upcoming season.

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Hiring a habitat consultant to help you meet your land management and hunting goals might be just what you need to turn the corner on your land, but if you’ve never done this before you might not know what to expect. In this episode, Zack Vucurevich, the founder of Whetstone Habitat, LLC, joins Nick and the Doctor to talk about why hiring a consultant might be right for you while also answering questions about how the process works and what some of the expected outcomes might be. Also discussed are common misconceptions about hiring a habitat consultant.

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Saddle hunting has grown steadily in popularity in recent years. More and more hunters are setting their climbing and fixed position stands aside, instead opting for the lightweight versatility of a saddle. Still, saddle hunting remains a mystery to many hunters and can be intimidating at first glance. In this episode, experienced saddle hunter Josh Hilliard of Tethrd joins Nick and the Doctor, who are also saddle hunters, to talk about everything from equipment to the pros and cons of this approach. They share some of their experiences and discuss resources available to prospective saddle hunters to help you get started. Tethrd is a corporate partner of the National Deer Association.

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Finding yourself in a tussle with a grizzly bear isn’t something anyone imagines for themselves and even with top training on how to deal with that situation, the outcome is typically not good. That’s exactly the position Amber Kornak found herself in just as her career with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service was getting started, but her quick thinking and determination helped her survive the incident, which she says made her resolve to continue her career in wildlife conservation even stronger. She shares her story with Nick in The Doctor in this episode, and explains why she volunteers for NDA despite her already busy work schedule. She tells the story of how her childhood growing up in Michigan hunting with her dad eventually led to her love of conservation and wanting to make it her career. She also explains why despite her own encounter, she doesn’t think anyone should be afraid to hunt in grizzly country.

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Research shows that if you don’t grow up in a family of hunters or you’re not close to someone who does, chances are you won't become a hunter yourself. It can be an even bigger barrier if many around you are opposed to hunting and living a vegetarian lifestyle.

NDA’s Pennsylvania Field to Fork Coordinator, Elizabeth Kligge, not only overcame those obstacles, she developed a love for hunting and with it a strong desire to teach others who’ve always wanted to try it but never had the chance.

In this episode, Elizabeth shares her story with Nick and The Doctor, including how partaking in roadkill reinvigorated her willingness to eat meat! In addition to the interview, Elizabeth also wrote this recent article for NDA detailing her journey: How I Went from Vegetarian to Deer Hunter.

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The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!

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NDA has the highest ranking from Charity Navigator, an independent group that monitors non-profits for financial efficiency and effectiveness.

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