In this episode of Hunt The Season, Cody sits down with Massachusetts hunter Ty Forbes to hear the full story of how he tagged a buck known as “Shaq.” From scouting and strategy to family support and execution, Ty breaks down every detail that led to his successful hunt.
If you’re passionate about whitetail hunting, deer tactics, and real hunting stories from the Northeast, this episode is packed with lessons and inspiration for every hunter chasing their next mature buck.
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On this video podcast of Hunt The Season, I was able to sit down with John Prokop a Pennsylvania native who spends a lot of time not only chasing after whitetails but now guiding for Elk in Pennsylvania.
This episode John and I talk about his process for getting on his target but and also having encounters with other very nice public land mountain buck that he is building history with.
John spends a lot of his time scouting and running trail cameras. To go with that he also spends time hunting and hunting smart, which we talk about!I hope you gain some information from this episode as well as enjoy the conversation.
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Welcome back the Hunt The Season, on this episode I sat down IN STUDIO with Doug Huegel, from Huegel Design Co.
Doug is an avid outdoorsman who just loves being out in nature and embracing every minute of it, with that comes ideas that he gets from being out there for his Design company. Doug has designed art work from The Hunting Public, Prime and so many more, Including the Philadelphia Eagles ( Go Birds).
We also talk how he got into hunting and what is driving him and why he truly enjoys the outdoors. Of course we talk all things whitetails, inlcuding his public land ohio buck that he got down last year!
I hope you enjoy the conversation!
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On this video podcast of Hunt The Season, I sat down in Andrew Huegels Taxidemry studio to talk all thing Taxidermy and Whitetails. We cover how it all started, some tips for packing out a deer, the proper care for you harvest that you want to get mounted. We also talk all about whitetails and the joy/passion we have for the chase!
Good luck this season and be safe!
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On this episode of Hunt The Season, I sat down in studio with Devin Apple a Pennsylvania native who has a deep passion for the outdoors! Devin is also the creator of HuntBNB (https://www.thehuntbnb.com/ ) which is a Lodging with access to expert planning—everything you need to start your DIY hunting/fishing trip right.
We talk about some out of state hunts along with how HuntBNB came about. We also dive in to some straight up Deer talk and break down why and how Devin has been able to harvest an animal in almost every state that he has been able to hunt. THE NUMBER 1 THING THAT DEER LOVE!!
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On this episode of Hunt The Season Podcast, I (Cody Halbleib) sit down with Luke Michaels to break down early season deer hunting strategies for October in Pennsylvania and Maryland public land. We cover the best early season food sources, how Luke locates bucks and does in October, and the tactics he uses to consistently get on deer when hunting pressure is high.
Luke is the creator of The Public Chase, sharing stories and strategies from the whitetail woods.
If you’re preparing for the early archery season, want to learn more about hunting deer on public land, or are looking for ways to increase your odds this October, this episode is full of tips, experiences, and proven strategies.
📌 Topics Covered in this Episode:
• Early season food sources bucks and does key on in October
• How to find deer movement on public land • Hunting pressure and adapting tactics
• Pennsylvania & Maryland deer hunting strategies
• Blue Quil Media & The Public Chase collaborations
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Welcome back to Hunt The Season — the podcast built around deer hunting, whitetail strategies, and the hunting camp tradition. In this episode, I sit down with Ben Martin, creator of the Hunt Regs App, to talk about how this powerful hunting tool can help you track deer movement, pattern bucks, and plan hunts more effectively this fall.
We break down exactly how the Hunt Regs App works, why it was built, and how it can give you an edge in the woods. By entering your trail camera data and hunting observations, the app helps you identify deer patterns, peak activity times, and the best days to hunt your target buck.
Inside the app we cover:
• Hunt Journal – log deer sightings, hunts, and observations
• Filter & Pattern – use trail cam data to predict deer movement
• Moon Phases – understand how lunar cycles affect deer activity
• Graph & Analysis – make sense of your data to hunt smarter • 14-Day Hourly Weather Forecast – with wind, pressure, temperature & more
Whether you’re a public land hunter or managing private ground, this episode will show you how the Hunt Regs App can help you scout smarter, hunt harder, and stack the odds in your favor this season.
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On this episode of Hunt The Season, I sit down with Kevin Vistisen, host of the Deer Hunter Podcast and founder of Deer Hunter Synthetics. Kevin is an avid outdoorsman with a deep passion for deer hunting and deer camp traditions. Recently, he launched his own scrape scent line, Deer Hunter Synthetics, which I tested at the end of last season with incredible results and buck activity.
We dive into the truth about how to hunt scrapes in any terrain, covering:
• Big woods scrapes and how to hunt them effectively
• Doe bedding areas and how they relate to scrape hunting
• Understanding primary scrapes and travel corridors
• How to know which scrapes to hunt (and which to leave alone)
• Tips for hanging trail cameras over scrapes
• Scrape hunting strategies for all terrain types
• Locating his #1 and #2 target bucks
• When and how to use Deer Hunter Synthetics scrape scents for best results
If you want proven strategies for hunting scrapes, setting up trail cameras, and using deer scents to put yourself in front of mature bucks, this episode is loaded with actionable insights.
In this episode of Hunt The Season, we sit down with Derrick Dixon from the Whitetail Research YouTube channel to break down mature buck truths vs myths. We dive deep into what the research really shows about whitetail deer hunting, mature buck movement, rut hunting strategies, and deer behavior.
Derrick shares how his channel started and why he’s committed to studying whitetails, plus we cover:
• Mature buck hunting and common myths vs truths
• How thermals influence whitetail deer movement and stand placement
• Trail camera tips for tracking deer patterns and finding mature bucks
• The role of scrapes and rubs in buck movement
• Rut hunting strategies and how whitetail rut movement can benefit hunters
• What’s next for the Whitetail Research channel
If you’re serious about hunting mature whitetails—on public land or private—and want proven insights into buck behavior, trail cameras, thermals, scrapes, and rut movement, this episode is packed with strategies you can use this season.
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On this episode of Hunt The Season, I was able to sit down and talk with a new buddy of mine, Dawson Oruska, a Pennsylvania hunter who cuts his teeth chasing public land whitetails (with the exception of doe patrol on some private.)
This episode we hear about Dawsons background and intro to hunting along with how he transition to chasing after a certain age class of buck on public land.
We also talk about some trail camera tactics that he uses to help him keep up with these mature buck. We touch on how his shed hunting has lead to some success in the big woods of Pennsylvania!
If you enjoy, Whitetail Deer Hunting, Big Woods Bucks, Saddle Hunting, Public land hunting strategy, Rut Hunting tactics & Bowhunting Whitetails.
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On this episode of Hunt The Season, we sat down with Steve Sherk Jr. a Pennsylvania Big woods public land hunter and Guide who has YEARS of knowledge to share and stories to tell!
We sat down with Steve to originally pick his brain about what he learned from his trail cameras from the season.
BUT it quickly took a turn and we found out that Steve likes to Blind call in the Big Woods!
Topics:
-How he called 28 Different Buck in a Day
-techniques
-Blind Grunting
-Best days to Hunt
-Nocturnal Bucks
-Hunting in Inclement Weather
-Success story from last season
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On this episode of Hunt The Season, we have Austin Stone a diehard whitetail hunter from the Midwest, who consistently gets on mature buck in almost any terrain.
Austin prides himself on the Woodsmanship that he's gained over the years especially when it comes to Wind, Thermals and Bedding for hunting whitetails.
Topics:
-Importance of wind and Thermals
-Thermals
-Wind (Prevailing, Windward, Leeward sides and Hubs)
-Wind Vs. Thermals Which is more important
-Wind Speed
-Time of day
Private land food plots are NOT King
The best wind speed that will help you more
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In this episode of Hunt The Season Podcast (formerly BackCountry Pa Podcast), I sit down with Greg Kazmierski @greg_nextlevelwhitetail to dive deep into reading deer sign, terrain features, and woodsmanship skills that consistently lead to whitetail hunting success across any terrain.
Greg breaks down how to recognize the subtle clues deer leave behind—from scrapes and rubs to trails and droppings—and explains how understanding seasonal shifts and terrain use can help you stay one step ahead of mature bucks.Whether you’re hunting the big woods, farm country, or hill country, this conversation will give you the tools to build your woodsmanship and become a more effective deer hunter.Topics we cover: • How to read deer sign (scrapes, rubs, trails, droppings) • Using terrain features to predict deer movement • Seasonal sign and when it matters most • Why deer droppings might be the most overlooked clue • The whitetail shift and how to adapt • Finding and hunting the “perfect scrape”
If you enjoy, Whitetail Deer Hunting, Big Woods Bucks, Saddle Hunting, Public land hunting strategy, Rut Hunting tactics & Bowhunting Whitetails. This channel is for you!
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In this episode of the Backcountry Pa Podcast, Cody sits down with Forester Kenny Kane to talk all about Whitetail food Sources in the Big woods of Pennsylvania.
Topics covered:
Where do Oaks predominately like to grow
The importance of Habitat management
Conifer Trees vs. Deciduous Trees
Oaks
The different tree species in Pennsylvania
Clear Cuts
Regen Harvest
Shelterwoods Cuts
Burns
How each cut benefits the deer and wildlife differently
You also hear about the buck that Kenny was able to finally put the pieces together and harvest during archery season in Pennsylvania!
If you enjoy, Whitetail Deer Hunting, Big Woods Bucks, Saddle Hunting, Public land hunting strategy, Rut Hunting tactics & Bowhunting Whitetails. This channel is for you!
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On this episode of the Backcountry Pa Podcast, we sit down with Kyle Allen from Ohio, a seasoned big woods hunter who consistently finds success chasing mature whitetails in the Allegheny National Forest- all without the help of modern technology.
Kyle shares how he uses old-school Woodsmanship to get on deer, relying on instincts, paper maps, and a deep understanding of deer behavior. From seasonal movement and body language to weather patterns and local intel, this episode dive into the skills that truly matter when you're going in blind
Topics:
How to hunt whitetails without modern technology
Seasonal movement patterns of big woods bucks
How weather impacts deer movement
Understanding and reacting to deer body language
Learning from generational knowledge
Local intel
The strategy behind intentionally jumping deer
Going in blind and Trusting your Woodsmanship
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In this episode, we're joined by Nick Queen to dive deep into the mindset behind building Woodsmanship. The Learning Mentality Vs. Killer Mentality. Whether you're chasing Whitetails all season or just starting your deer hunting journey, your mindset in the woods can make or break your success. We break down how to stay mentally sharp, handle tough sits, learn from your failures and shift gears when its time to make the move!
Topics:
Whitetail hunting mindset
Staying motivated during a long season
Lessons from missed opportunities
Knowing when to adapt vs. Strike
This episode is perfect for the public or private land deer hunters especially when we all trying to be as mobile as possible now a days!
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What better way to kick off the Woodsmanship Series then with the Whitetail woodsman himself!On this conversation we chat with Ryan Glitsky who is an avid outdoorsman who has a true passion for not only chasing after mature whitetails but also sharing his knowledge, experience and failures with others so that they can become better woodsman as well.Topics:What is Woodsmanship?How to Build Woodsmanship?The importance of FailuresTime ManagementPhysical PrepThe 5 Key signs for Scouting Mature Whitetail Buckunderstanding terrain features and how they're usedTrusting your gutSlowing down His change in mindset/ hunting styleFinding the TREE How to balance technology for Whitetail huntingThis episode is packed full of great Whitetail conversation and all things based around Woodsmanship! Thank you for listening and make sure to leave a comment, like and subscribe!Support the Podcast🟢 XOP Outdoors – Mobile hunting gear built for the backcountry🛒 https://xopoutdoors.com/🦷 DeerAge – Know the age of your harvest🛒 https://deerage.com/Use code BACKCOUNTRYPA at checkout🪵 Camp Co. Goods – Homemade goods for hunters and outdoorsmen🛒 https://www.campcogoods.com/?sca_ref=8244597.XQXtq5urD0GVvF6zCode BCPA10 saves you cash🦌 Deer Hunter Synthetics – Natural scent products for serious hunters🛒 https://dhthree.com/ONX
On this episode of the Backcountry Pa Podcast, Fixed Heads and No Fluff: VPA Broadheads and Cutting Through the Noise, with Jeff Stringer.
We chat with Jeff Stringer with Vantage point archery. We have a great conversation not only about VPA but the state of the hunting industry and how you can't just listen to the talking heads of the Hunting industry and think the broadhead or product they "like" is going to work for you or help you with your situation. Shoot what works for you and Tune your damn bow!
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On this episode we chat with Matt Tagget from REK Broadheads.
We had Matt on to talk all about REK Broadheads and the story behind the brand and design. We also dive into why their Mechanical broadheads stand out from the competition. We talk a little about the fix blade but for the most part we stick to Mechanicals.
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XOP just dropped their full 2025 mobile hunting setup, and we’ve got the full breakdown. In this episode, we dive deep into the brand-new Fly, Super Fly, and Roem treestands, the all-new Revolt climber, and the updated Hydro sticks.
Whether you’re a public land bowhunter, a saddle hunter looking for a hybrid setup, or just obsessed with light, mobile gear, this is your go-to review for XOP’s latest drop.
We compare specs, features, noise levels, packability, and price points across the new gear—and how they stack up against previous XOP setups
What’s Covered:
• First impressions on the Fly, Super Fly & Roem stands
• Is the Revolt climber a game changer for mobile hunters?
• Hydro sticks: lighter, quieter, better?
• Who these setups are for—saddle guys, hang-and-bang hunters, or full-day sitters?
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