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Austin was able to take a huge mainframe 8-point buck back in late October. We talk about how he got it done on that deer, giving bucks some wind, and much more on this episode of Full Draw Friday.

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You've probably heard someone say over the past few years, "hunting is turning into a rich man's game." Or something along those lines. Is it really, though? And, what do they actually mean when they say hunting? Canyon talks about all that on this episode of the RHO Podcast!

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2025 has been a banner year at Ridge Hunter Outdoors. We've been fortunate to harvest and film several nice bucks and turkeys, produce some really fun episodes and new series, and reach goals that we had set for ourselves. Thank you all for making this year what it was. We can't wait to see what 2026 is going to bring!

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Food is the key to hunting mature bucks and any deer during the late season. However, not everyone has access to hunt good food sources. So, how do they fill their tags in the latter part of the season? Canyon answers that question on this Full Draw Friday!

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We're finally back with a solo episode from Canyon, where he discusses the Illinois firearm season, updates you on how the team has been doing, talks about YouTube, content, expos for next year, and more! It's been a great season, and we're not done yet!

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On the final Deer Season Daily of 2025, Canyon talks about how RHO has been doing, what came in the shop during the first Illinois firearm season, and what you can expect to see throughout the remainder of the season.

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'Move to the movement' doesn't always have to be about changing properties or spots. It could be a small move that gets you into bow range when you see something that tells you you're just off the x. Canyon talks about that and more on this Deer Season Daily.

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You should always be looking to improve on your hunting situation. One of the best times to think about that is while you're hunting. Canyon talks about that and much more on this Deer Season Daily.

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This has been the best deer season I have ever had. For a lot of reasons. All of which I get into on this episode of the podcast. From shooting my biggest bucks, to filming Dad shoot his first in years, to achieving goals for the brand. It's been a blast. And it's not over yet! Thanks for following along!

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On this Deer Season Daily, Canyon talks about how you can effectively hunt scrapes in mid-November, CWD testing in Missouri, where we are in the lockdown phase, and more!

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Canyon talks about ways you can still have success, even during hot weather, throughout the whitetail rut. Though movement may be subdued, this time of year, things could happen at any time.

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Bowhunting is not an easy sport, game, hobby, whatever you want to call it. If you let it, it can wear you out mentally. Canyon talks about how you can combat that, and much more, on this Deer Season Daily.

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Hunting bucks that are locked down with does can be tough. Canyon talks about how you can still fill a tag during the lockdown phase, and more, on this edition of Deer Season Daily!

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We've had a lot of higher winds recently, and there will be more in the future, so how do you use them to your advantage during a hunt? On this Deer Season Daily, Canyon talks about that and much more. The rut is in full swing, and it's time to get in the woods, no matter the conditions!

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This is a full episode if we've ever had one. Canyon and Blake both tell the stories of their recent bucks, while Nate gives an update on his season. Then, the guys discuss drones, thermals, and other technology, and how they should be used for deer hunting.

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Midday sits can be some of the most productive for mature bucks during the middle part of the rut. Oftentimes, they are overlooked. Don't make that mistake this year. If you can hunt 10am-1pm, get out there and get after it. It might be the difference in getting your target buck or not.

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On this Full Draw Friday, Canyon talks about how effective trail cameras can be during the middle of the rut. While there are other times that they can help you get on bucks, mid November may be the best time to utilize trail camera data to help you find and hunt the right spots.

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If you watched Midwest Whitetail for years, you know that November 7th is Bill Winke's favorite day of the year for hunting big whitetail bucks. Well, today is November 7th. The weather isn't great, but it's time to be in the woods. Canyon talks about that and much more on this Deer Season Daily!

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The rut is kicking here in Illinois. Canyon talks about that, upcoming videos, and more on this edition of Deer Season Daily!

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Whitetails are notorious for ducking arrows. This action, known as string jumping, can be beat most of the time. Canyon talks about that, a local poacher, and more on this edition of Deer Season Daily.

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During November, a hot doe can make what would otherwise be a lousy day to hunt, one of the best you've ever had. Canyon talks that, new laws in Indiana, and much more on this Deer Season Daily episode.

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Canyon takes on a solo Q&A episode this week, as he dives into what happens when you miss a buck, why more women don't hunt, and what equipment is good for filming hunts and starting a podcast. Let us know what you think in the comments!

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On the first November edition of Deer Season Daily, Canyon talks about Blake's and his last couple hunts, Michigan possibly extending their firearm season, and how you can avoid becoming burnout during the rut. It's a jam packed episode that you don't want to miss.

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There are plenty strategies for hunting the rut. But the ones Canyon talks about on this Full Draw Friday are tried and true ways to put your tag on a mature buck this November. He also talks about why the bucks are doing what they're doing, and how that helps you hunt them.

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Halloween is one of the best days of the year for big bucks. It also kicks off most hunters' favorite time to be in the woods: the rut. Canyon talks that, tips for successfully rattling in bucks, and more on this edition of Deer Season Daily!

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On today's deer season daily, Canyon talks about some new drone laws in regards to deer hunting, and fishing, in Kentucky. He also talks about taking shots you know you can make, the movement prediction for the day, and more!

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Don't put too much faith in your trail cameras to tell the whole story on whether or not there's a target buck in your area! Canyon talks about that and more on this edition of Deer Season Daily.

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Do bucks care when does blow and spook? Canyon talks about that, the bucks they've been hunting, and more on this October 28th edition of Deer Season Daily!

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Canyon talks about his first buck of the year, what you can expect from deer movement today, how good the next 10 days will be, and what you should do after your shot. The pre-rut is in full swing and you don't want to miss this week!

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Canyon and Austin break down the pre-rut on this episode of Full Draw Friday. They talk about what bucks are doing, where you can find them, and how you should hunt them. It's your dummy proof, pre-rut playbook!

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When and how should you use your grunt tube to call to mature bucks? Canyon talks about that and much more on this episode of Deer Season Daily.

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As we get cooler weather and ever closer to November, we're starting to see some nice bucks hit the ground. We'll only see more and more by the day now. If you haven't yet, it's time to start hunting!

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Understanding how thermals work, and how big, mature bucks use them, can take your whitetail hunting game to the next level. Canyon gives you a 101 level course on them here. He also talks about some sad news from Louisiana, deer movement, and more.

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Canyon talks about when the rut will happen this year, some news from the Supreme Court, and more on this Deer Season Daily episode.

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Scott got on the board yesterday with a solid buck. It marked the first day of our best cold front of the season. Today may be the worst day of the front, but the rest of the week looks promising for movement. Bucks are starting to do pre-rut type activities and it won't be long before they're in the daylight.

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Canyon and Austin are finally back with another Full Draw Friday. This week, they talk about how the pre-rut can be broken down into phases, and how you should hunt the first one for mature bucks. The best days are still out in front of us a little bit, but you can absolutely tag your target buck with the right strategy during the third week of October!

Canyon and Austin are finally back with another Full Draw Friday. This week, they talk about how the pre rut can be broken down into phases, and how...

There have been many big bucks taken over scrapes during the pre-rut throughout the years. Here's a quick tip on how to do it yourself. Also, EHD is causing states to refund permits. All that and more on this Deer Season Daily!

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There are people getting tickets in Idaho for trusting AI when it comes to seasons and rules and regulations. Maybe check with your DNR or Fish and Game website before you hit the woods to go hunt. Also, go shoot your bow if you haven't in a while. You'll be glad you did when that buck steps out at 27 yards! All that and more on this Deer Season Daily.

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The October Lull is in full swing with this heat. Most buck movement will be at night for the next week or so, most likely. It's a great time to shoot does or get other things done before the best time of the year starts in about a week and a half.

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Michigan is reportedly down 30% of its deer hunters since its peak in the 90s. The October lull is about to be in full swing. And scent control may not be as effective as you think. All that and more on this episode of Deer Season Daily.

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Jared Mills is no stranger to big bucks, farm management, or top-notch, quality content. We talked about all that and more with him on this episode of the podcast. We spent a lot time on mobile hunting and how that can drastically increase your odds of being successful as well.

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Dusty is the first to strike this year with a HUGE bodied Illinois buck. He took down a super-mature deer he called Curly on Friday. Also, they are issuing permit refunds in Coloarado? All that and more on this episode of Deer Season Daily!

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EHD is devastating southern Indiana. So much so that they are limiting permits in certain counties where hundreds of deer have been affected by the disease. Canyon also made his first hunt of the year and he talks about how to get out as clean as possible with a field full of deer.

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They are hiring professional hunters to eradicate mule deer on Catalina Island. Also, there's a cold front pushing through Southern Illinois and we're excited about it.

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October cold fronts can be deadly and we've got our first of the year! The next two days look even better, but today is the first of the season where it really feels like fall.

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Ethan Stubbs is a big buck enthusiast. He loves the chase of finding and hunting mature whitetails, and telling the story through amazing footage and editing. He's one of the best in the business when it comes to self filming and quality content.

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The first October cold front of the new deer season is now in the forecast. As it sits just over a day away, Canyon talks about what you can expect before it gets here.

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Firefighters vs Cops. Who will win the first annual Ridge Hunter Outdoors/Thin Blue Line Outdoors Big Buck Challenge? We set the stage for this year's festivities between the two brands in this episode. We also talk about Cody's latest hunting trip, where he traveled to Alaska to take down caribou in the tundra!

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One of the best things about hunting is that you get to do it your way. Unfortunately, in today's social media driven world, we've let outside influences have to much control over how we hunt. It's time we got back to how it used to be. Hunt for yourself and no one else. Unapologetically. It's not selfish, or inconsiderate, it's preservation. Don't let anyone take away from you what hunting can be.

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For some reason, people in hunting media and content creation love to give poachers a platform. Especially when they kill big deer. Illegally. The reason is actually fairly obvious. It's all for clicks. We need to stop though. It's damaging to hunting, hunting culture, and the guys and gals who do it the right way. That's what the guys are talking about this week. Let us know what you think.

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For the last couple years we've tried to provide an update on the prevalence of EHD in Illinois at this time of year. Since it's been so dry, it seems to be on everyone's mind. As it usually is in August and September. Here's what we've seen and heard in the state. What about you? Leave a comment and let us know!

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Steve Sherk is undeniably one of the good guys in the industry. He's also undeniably a public land, big woods, big buck killer. Steve has a wealth of knowledge on big buck behavior and how to get them on the ground. He runs over 180 trail cameras for his guide service, spends 300+ days in the woods every year, and has been guiding hunts for a long time. There are few people with more experience and data points than Steve when it comes to the type of hunting he does. He also writes for North American Whitetail and loves to share...

This week we are coming to you from the Sitka Gear outlet in Vernon Hills, Illinois. We've got guests from Ducks Unlimited, Delta Waterfowl, Backcountry Hunter's & Anglers, Learn to Hunt, and Tanglefree Waterfowl. Oh, and of course, Sitka as well. All great interviews on episode 168!

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We've got a bit of a throwback episode this week, as Canyon dives into an article from North American Whitetail. Specifically, one from Steve Sherk called "Don't Miss Deer Days." These are the weather events that make for the best days of the season to kill big bucks. Hope this helps this fall!

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We're coming to you from the 2025 Illinois Deer and Beer Fest this week. Thanks to everyone who stopped by to say hi and to all our new listeners! This is probably our favorite show every year and most of that is due to the people who come out and see us. Nate also got to meet a couple mounts of what could be our newest predators in Illinois.

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Nate and Blake are back in studio this week to discuss how poorly run Illinois is when it comes to conservation, the fall food plot situation, and the upcoming season. Per usual, we covered a lot of ground on this episode, so throw on some good boots and come with us!

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This week, Canyon and Austin (both whitetail consultants), talk about when you should and when you shouldn't hire a consultant to help with your whitetail property. There's a lot of reasons it's a good idea, and there's several situations where it isn't. Check out the episode and comment what you think!

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Illinois HB2726 gives the IDNR power to reintroduce apex predators like black bears, wolves, and mountain lions to Illinois. I don't think this is a great idea. The bill has already passed Congress and now sits on the governor's desk. If you care about our wildlife, your kids' safety, and your peace of mind when enjoying the outdoors, call his office and tell him to veto it.

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This week, Austin and Canyon talk about 5 of the top mistakes that whitetail hunters make on public land. From overthinking to poor access, they delve into some common errors hunters make and how to avoid them.

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It finally happened. We got flagged for sensitive content for posting a hunting video. It was only a matter of time. Canyon talks details on this episode and what that might mean moving forward. He also discusses the age old broadhead debate, and a viral video of a shot he took two years ago.

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On this episode, Canyon and Austin discuss over-browse and how it can hurt your management plan. They talk what it is, why it happens, and what you can do to fix it.

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This week we're coming to you from the Grand Opening of the Lake Shelbyville Archery Park! We're joined by Drew, the President of the Illinois Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, Bill, the Central A&M archery coach, and Jake from TA20. It's a packed show from an awesome setting!

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On this Full Draw Friday, Austin and Canyon discuss how you can create bulletproof access on private land. There are several ways to enhance good access routes on your private property to help you get in and out without spooking deer.

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Vantage Point is an American manufacturer located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. They do a lot of different things, including making broadheads that are 100% American. Ryan joins us this week to talk about what it means to be Made in America, how they make their broadheads, and much more.

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On this week's Full Draw Friday, Austin and Canyon discuss entry and exit strategies for hunting public land. Access can make or break your hunt, so make sure you use these tips when you plan for the upcoming season!

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This week, Canyon gives an update on turkey season, upcoming events, content, and partnerships. Thanks to everyone for watching, subscribing, and following along with us as we build our brand!

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This week, Austin and Canyon wrap up the natural browse conversation. They talk about several ways to promote natural browse in different types of locations and how it can benefit your deer herd.

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This week, Canyon shares his thoughts on a recent viral post from Tim Wells concerning the state of the whitetail deer herd in Illinois. Tim makes a lot of good points and there's quite a bit to unpack, so settle in!

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On this episode the guys are drafting your favorite hunting personalities. They are drafting from a pool of hunting personalities made up of guys like Jim Shockey, Ted Nugent, Michael Waddell, and Roger Raglin, to Chris Bee, The Hunting Public, Jared Mills, and everyone in between. There's also a legends category with guys like Fred Bear, Teddy Roosevelt, Chuck Adams, Buffalo Bill, and more! Let us know who you think won in the comments! And let us know if we missed anyone!

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This week, Canyon and Austin are opening a new habitat series on natural browse. In the first episode of this series, they talk about what natural browse actually is, and why it's important for all property types.

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On this episode, we talk about some of our biggest pet peeves when it comes to hunting, the community, the industry, the government, and more. We by no means covered ALL of our pet peeves, but these are few that really grind our gears. Let us know what pet peeves you have!

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For part three of our buck bedding series, the guys wrap things up by talking about how to set up to hunt a buck bedding area. There's a lot of good info in here and tips on how to successfully kill a buck after you've found his bed. Especially on public land.

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This week the guys are recording from the Illinois Deer Classic. Thanks to everyone who stopped by to talk, and to all our new listeners. Make sure you subscribe to see all our content!

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On this Full Draw Friday, Austin and Canyon discuss what to do once you locate buck bedding areas.

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This week we come to you from the Iowa Deer Classic in Des Moines, IA. This is always one of our favorite events of the year. We always enjoy talking to everyone and seeing all the great companies and products.

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On this episode of Full Draw Friday, Austin and Canyon talk public land buck bedding. This will be a multiple part series, with this part one being about locating the bedding.

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This week, Canyon tells you about all the changes coming to Ridge Hunter Outdoors. We'll be bringing you some new content, moving things around on YouTube, and bringing on a co-host for Full Draw Friday. You'll also get to see some new and familiar faces on the channel as we move forward! Thanks for following along!

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Meet your new co-host of Full Draw Fridays Austin Stone! Austin has been a frequent guest on the podcast over the years and we've now teamed up with him and Tactical Approach Outdoors to bring you a new and improved version of Full Draw Friday! Hope you guys enjoy it!

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This week Tyler and Canyon sit down in the new studio to talk about the past waterfowl season, the upcoming turkey season, and much more. You guys know Tyler from Spring Struttin' and you'll likely get to know him even more very soon!

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Drew Kazenski is the Chair of the Illinois Chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers. He joins us this week to update everyone on what BHA has going on, how you can help, and much more. We talked about stream access in relation to HB 1873, the Lake Shelbyville Archery Park, and Drew's adventures this past fall.

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The Illinois S3DA sanctions archery competitions throughout the country, giving kids the opportunity to compete in the sport of archery. This can open a lot of doors for the participants, including chances at college scholarships.

Steve has been the Illinois State Coordinator since we've been working with the organization. He is stepping down from the position though and turning it over to Josh White. We got to talk to both of them at this year's Indoor State shoot.

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On this Friday episode, Canyon discusses a new table released by the MSU Deer Lab. While their intention was to show correlation between temperature and movement, it also shows some interesting insight into just how much bucks are moving in primetime throughout the season. What do you think?

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With the season over, it's time for the annual End of Season Campfire episodes. The guys sit down and talk about the season, the bucks they killed, some they didn't, and a lot more. Hope you enjoy it as much as we did.

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On this episode of Full Draw Friday, Canyon talks about post-season scouting. He talks what to look for and how to factor it in to your plan for next year. Consistently killing mature bucks is a year-round game, so get out there and get started on next season!

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Austin Stone is the man behind Tactical Approach Outdoors. When he's not laying the hammer on giant public land bucks in Missouri and Kansas, he spends his time managing and consulting on hunting properties, teaching webinars and whitetail workshops, and creating awesome content on YouTube.

This week we talked about his 2024 public land buck, how the hunt went down, what he thought were the biggest keys to harvesting the buck, and much more. We learn something every time we talk to Austin and hopefully you guys do too.

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On this Full Draw Friday, in light of the recent snowstorms in Illinois, Canyon talks about ways you can be successful hunting in heavy snowfall. It might give you a better opportunity than you think to kill a nice buck. The biggest challenge might be just getting to the woods.

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Nelson Grant is a Sheriff's Deputy in the Flathead Valley of Montana. He's also an accomplished deer and elk hunter, a mountain sport aficionado, and all around good dude. We got to talk to him this week about his upbringing in Maine hunting whitetails, introducing kids to hunting, being in law enforcement in several different capacities, learning how to hunt elk, and much more.

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Martin Brose is an avid hunter, shed-finder, and author from north of the border. He wrote the book titled 'Brown Gold: A guide to shed hunting in North America.' This week, we got to talk to him about his background in hunting, life in Canada, shed-hunting, his book, and much more.

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On this Full Draw Friday, Canyon recaps 2024 at Ridge Hunter Outdoors and looks ahead to 2025. It's been a great year at RHO. The team had an awesome season and we can't say thanks enough to all our listeners and viewers for following along!

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On this episode, we talk to Nic De Castro from Landtrust.com. Nic is the founding owner of Land Trust. If you haven't heard of them, they are like Airbnb for hunting and recreational property. It's a really interesting model that connects outdoor enthusiasts with private land owners. We got into all of that and much more on this week's episode.

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On episode 144, Canyon and Nate talk to Rodney Hawkins of Midwest Farm and Land and RG Outdoors. Rodney has been a partner of the show for almost two years now, and has a lot of new stuff going on. We talked about everything he's doing with RG Outdoors, MFL, and much more. He was also able to kill a couple nice bucks this year, which we discussed as well.

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On this episode of Full Draw Friday, Canyon talks about the second rut. He discusses what it is, why it happens, and how to hunt it. While most does have been bred by now, there are still some that will be in estrous throughout the rest of the season. If you're lucky and play your cards right, you just might catch a mature buck chasing one by your stand.

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On this Full Draw Friday, Canyon talks late November strategy for finding bucks. It can be a weird time, because the bucks still want to rut, while the does are ready to go back to food. That can play to your advantage though if you know where to go. That's what this episode is all about! Hopefully these strategies will help you tag a late November buck this season.

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On this episode of the Ridge Hunter Outdoors Podcast, Canyon and Nate talk about their hunts over the last week and what things look like heading into the Illinois gun season. With just four days left to bow hunt before the first firearm season, the guys hope to fill their bow tags this week.

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On this episode of Full Draw Friday, Canyon talks strategies for the rut lockdown. The lockdown can be a tough time to hunt. Bucks can be all but impossible to see, does are also in hiding, and overall movement can be very subdued. However, there are still plenty of mature bucks taken every year during this phase. A lot of them are taken using the tactics discussed in this episode. Implement them this year and see if they work for you too!

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On this episode of Full Draw Friday, Canyon talks strategies for the rut lockdown. The lockdown can be a tough time to hunt. Bucks can be all but impossible to see, does are also in hiding, and overall movement can be very subdued. However, there are still plenty of mature bucks taken every year during this phase. A lot of them are taken using the tactics discussed in this episode. Implement them this year and see if they work for you too!

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The rut is heating up throughout the Midwest, but how do you hunt it to give yourself the best chance at a mature buck? That's what were talking about this week. Saddles, Ridges, and Funnels oh my. Try these strategies out and you'll hopefully have your tagged punched sooner than later!

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On this week's episode, Canyon, Nate, and Blake talk about their expectations for the rut. They also discuss the less than ideal weather conditions, election day, the CJ Alexander situation, and much more. Good luck to everyone out there. Go make the most of November!

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