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Chasing Giants with Don Higgins

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Chronicling the constant pursuit of World Class Whitetails. Follow an experienced land manager, consultant, writer, and hunting industry expert throughout the year as he finds, targets, and hunts world class whitetail bucks. Hunting tips and tricks that can be used no matter your skill set, property, or goals this hunting season.

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5 YEARS Chasing One Buck! Joe Miles' Incredible Swamp Buck Story | Chasing Giants #344

Episode 349

Sunday, September 27, 2026 • Duration 01:17:37

Five years. One old South Carolina swamp buck. And an ending Joe Miles will never forget. On Chasing Giants Podcast #344, Terry Peer and Don Higgins are joined by special guest Joe Miles from ASIO Gear for an episode packed with whitetail strategy, hunting stories, and one incredible mature-buck success story. Joe takes us through his long history with a South Carolina swamp buck that somehow survived year after year in an area where hunting pressure makes it extremely difficult for bucks to reach old age. After years of pictures, missed opportunities, travel conflicts, and never actually laying eyes on the deer, Joe decided this was going to be the season he dedicated to him. Then an unexpected clue changed everything. A mineral site that hogs had turned into a muddy water hole became the key to finally patterning this old buck. Joe noticed the deer returning every few days to drink—and built a hunting strategy around it. The result was the first time Joe had ever laid eyes on the buck in five years…and ultimately the opportunity he had been waiting for. Joe, Don, and Terry also dig into several timely topics as hunting seasons open across the country: • Why trail-camera activity seemed to suddenly disappear across much of the Midwest • How heavy acorn crops can completely change deer movement • The increase in scrape and mock-scrape activity • Joe's upcoming hunting plans and his growing addiction to the recurve • New gear coming from ASIO Gear • Whether EHD should change your harvest strategy • Why some mature bucks suddenly become aggressive rut travelers • When to plant fall food plots when the forecast looks dry • Why the most meaningful buck isn't always the biggest buck Joe also discusses the story behind his documentary about his life, hunting background, and the creation of ASIO Gear. It's a full hour of deer hunting conversation with three guys who spend a lot of time studying mature whitetails—and hunting them. Drop a comment below: Have your trail cameras picked back up after the September slowdown? And are your deer abandoning fields and bait for acorns? Subscribe to Chasing Giants and join us each week as Terry Peer and Don Higgins talk mature whitetails, habitat, hunting strategy, and the lessons learned from chasing giant bucks. #ChasingGiants #JoeMiles #ASIOGear #WhitetailHunting #DeerHunting #MatureBucks #Bowhunting #WhitetailDeer

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Our Trail Cameras Went DEAD… Where Did All the Deer Go? | Chasing Giants #343

Episode 348

Sunday, September 20, 2026 • Duration 01:17:37

Something strange happened in mid-September — our trail cameras practically went DEAD. Don went from getting hundreds of deer pictures a day to virtually nothing. Terry started seeing the same thing on multiple properties spread across a huge geographic area. Is it weather? A seasonal transition? Bucks shedding velvet? EHD? Or something else entirely? In Episode 343 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer compare what they're seeing and ask listeners across the Midwest to check their own trail-camera data. We especially want to hear from YOU: Go back to roughly September 10–11 and look at your camera activity. Did you see a sudden decline in deer movement too? Tell us your state and what you saw in the comments. But that's just the beginning of this episode. Don and Terry also dive into one of the biggest challenges food plotters are facing right now: DRY WEATHER. They discuss what to do when you've planted but haven't gotten rain, how long seed can remain viable waiting for moisture, when it's time to move away from brassicas and toward cereal grains, and why you shouldn't give up on a fall food plot too quickly. They also cover: • What to plant when you're getting into October • Why cereal grains give you a longer fall planting window • Oats vs. rye vs. winter wheat vs. barley • When to plant potted fruit trees • Why December can be an outstanding month for tree planting • Clover vs. alfalfa during drought • When to mow clover one final time before hunting season • Waterhemp problems in soybeans • The importance of residual herbicides and timely weed control • What makes a good land-consulting client • How to choose the right habitat consultant • Where trail cameras should REALLY be placed around food plots • Whether mature bucks avoid elevated box blinds Don also explains why a trail-camera location should be built with the same thought and strategy you would put into a hunting location. Instead of simply observing a large food plot, concentrate deer movement into predictable locations and position cameras accordingly. And when it comes to elevated blinds, Don explains why there isn't a simple yes-or-no answer. Individual bucks react differently, and how you access and hunt the blind can be just as important as the blind itself. QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Did your trail-camera activity suddenly fall off during mid-September? Drop your location and what you observed in the comments. We'd like to compare reports from hunters across different regions and see whether there is a larger pattern. Chasing Giants TV Sponsors: Real World Wildlife Products Asio Gear Chasing Giants Podcast Sponsors: Asio Gear Real World Wildlife Products Hawke Optics Novix Outdoors Midwest Land Group 360 Hunting Blinds Mike’s Mighty Micros Gingerich Tree Farms TagOut Technique Grubb Implement Brenton USA Mathews Archery Victory GMC & Auto Group Wildlife Farming WiseEye Technologies Chasing Assurance Podcast Sponsors: Heartwood Planning Group WiseEye Technologies Coonless Feeders Green Prairie Seed Company © 2026 Chasing Giants Podcast. All rights reserved. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts during this episode are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Chasing Giants, our sponsors, advertising partners, affiliates, or associated organizations. This interview is presented for informational purposes and to encourage respectful discussion. Copyright Notice: Any unauthorized reproduction, rebroadcast, redistribution, recording, or use of this audio or video, in whole or in part, without the express written consent of Chasing Giants LLC is strictly prohibited.

One Minute Too Late… The Giant Buck That Got Away | EP 341

Episode 347

Sunday, September 13, 2026 • Duration 01:05:18

Deer season is officially here, and Chasing Giants is back with plenty to talk about. Terry kicks off Episode 341 with an update from his first hunts of the 2026 Kentucky season, including a fascinating Western Kentucky property where years of habitat improvement, food plots, bedding cover and disciplined buck management are beginning to show major results. Don and Terry discuss why buck management can have such a dramatic impact on a property—not because hunters are “changing genetics,” but because they can influence which bucks are allowed to reach older age classes. They also talk about last-minute food plot work, overseeding standing corn and soybeans, hairy vetch, cereal grains, miscanthus screens and preparing properties for the heart of deer season. Then the conversation takes a turn. Don is going old school. His grandson Walker has developed an interest in trapping, and Don is pulling out knowledge and equipment from a part of his outdoor life that predates his obsession with giant whitetails. Their goal includes catching 50 raccoons and eventually pursuing the different Illinois furbearers together. From there, Terry brings up a fascinating debate happening in another outdoor industry: forward-facing sonar in fishing. It raises a much bigger question: What happens when technology becomes so effective that the younger generation experiences hunting and fishing completely differently than the generation before them? Trail cameras. Cell cameras. Drones. Forward-facing sonar. Where is the line between using technology and losing the skills that originally defined the outdoors? Don gives his perspective on the generational divide and why passing along woodsmanship, character, integrity and faith may be more important than ever. Plus, this week's listener questions include: • Would Don consider becoming Illinois DNR Director if Darren Bailey asked him? • What's the big buck that Don still thinks he should have killed? • Do trail cameras take some of the excitement out of hunting? • How should you hunt a small rut funnel surrounded by larger properties? • How does Don deal with criticism and haters on social media? • Will a buck with an abnormal extra beam grow it again next year? And perhaps one of the best reminders of Episode 341: Keep hunting fun. Hunt the way that makes YOU happy. You don't have to impress social media, Don, Terry or anybody else. Thanks for listening, watching and being part of the Chasing Giants community. BOONE BROTHERS Kentucky hunters have an incredible opportunity to turn their deer harvest into meals for hungry children. One donated doe can provide approximately 115 meals through Boone Brothers. Deer season is officially here, and Chasing Giants is back with plenty to talk about. Chasing Giants TV Sponsors: Real World Wildlife Products Asio Gear Chasing Giants Podcast Sponsors: Asio Gear Real World Wildlife Products Hawke Optics Novix Outdoors Midwest Land Group 360 Hunting Blinds Mike’s Mighty Micros Gingerich Tree Farms TagOut Technique Grubb Implement Brenton USA Mathews Archery Victory GMC & Auto Group Wildlife Farming WiseEye Technologies Chasing Assurance Podcast Sponsors: Heartwood Planning Group WiseEye Technologies Coonless Feeders Green Prairie Seed Company © 2026 Chasing Giants Podcast. All rights reserved. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts during this episode are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Chasing Giants, our sponsors, advertising partners, affiliates, or associated organizations. This interview is presented for informational purposes and to encourage respectful discussion. Copyright Notice: Any unauthorized reproduction, rebroadcast, redistribution, recording, or use of this audio or video, in whole or in part, without the express written consent of Chasing Giants LLC is strictly prohibited.

Don Higgins’ 2026 Big Buck Forecast: The Worst He’s Ever Seen

Episode 346

Sunday, September 6, 2026 • Duration 01:14:29

Don Higgins’ annual Big Buck Forecast is here—and his outlook for the 2026 whitetail season may surprise a lot of hunters. After decades of running trail cameras across multiple properties, counties, and states, Don says this has been the worst summer he can remember for finding mature bucks. So what is happening to our mature whitetails? In Episode #341 of Chasing Giants, Don and Terry break down what Don is seeing across his trail-camera network, how mature buck numbers have changed, what role increased hunting pressure and technology may be playing, and why Don believes hunters who want to continue chasing mature whitetails need to start paying attention. They also discuss: • Why hot weather has crushed recent deer movement • Hard-horn bucks beginning to show up • Whether you should plant fall food plots in extremely dry conditions • The winner of the Lester’s Feet South Texas hunt • Why Don believes fewer 150"+ bucks are surviving to maturity • How technology is changing mature buck hunting • Whether the world-record typical whitetail will ever be broken • Why the next world record could be getting killed every year before reaching its potential • Whether mature bucks actually seek out areas without hunting pressure—or simply get lucky • One large hunting property vs. owning multiple properties • Don’s aggressive approach to managing his buck herd this season • Russian olive and honey locust for whitetail habitat • Apples vs. pears vs. persimmons for deer orchards • The importance of creating something on your property that your neighbors don't have Plus, we share an important update on Robin, talk about the incredible mission of Boone Brothers, and celebrate another successful Lester’s Feet fundraiser. As hunting seasons begin opening across the country, we wish every member of the Chasing Giants family a safe and successful 2026 season. God bless, and thanks for chasing giants with us. #ChasingGiants #DonHiggins #WhitetailDeer #DeerHunting #BigBucks Chasing Giants TV Sponsors: Real World Wildlife Products Asio Gear Chasing Giants Podcast Sponsors: Asio Gear Real World Wildlife Products Hawke Optics Novix Outdoors Midwest Land Group 360 Hunting Blinds Mike’s Mighty Micros Gingerich Tree Farms TagOut Technique Grubb Implement Brenton USA Mathews Archery Victory GMC & Auto Group Wildlife Farming WiseEye Technologies Chasing Assurance Podcast Sponsors: Heartwood Planning Group WiseEye Technologies Coonless Feeders Green Prairie Seed Company © 2026 Chasing Giants Podcast. All rights reserved. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts during this episode are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Chasing Giants, our sponsors, advertising partners, affiliates, or associated organizations. This interview is presented for informational purposes and to encourage respectful discussion. Copyright Notice: Any unauthorized reproduction, rebroadcast, redistribution, recording, or use of this audio or video, in whole or in part, without the express written consent of Chasing Giants LLC is strictly prohibited.

The #1 Factor for Deer Movement — It’s NOT the Rut | Chasing Giants #340

Episode 345

Sunday, August 30, 2026 • Duration 01:08:43

What is the #1 factor controlling whitetail deer movement? According to Don Higgins, it isn't the rut. It isn't the moon. It's TEMPERATURE. In Episode 340 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don shares a recent real-world example from his trail cameras. After averaging roughly 100–400 photos per day across eight cameras, a temperature change caused activity to explode to more than 1,500 photos per day — and the movement wasn't limited to nighttime. Don and Terry break down why weather can trump nearly everything else when it comes to mature buck movement and how hunters can use cold fronts throughout the entire deer season. Also in Episode 340: • Why 2026 is producing an incredible hard and soft mast crop • Acorns, apples, persimmons, chestnuts and other fall food sources • How abundant food can change deer patterns • October morning hunting — when does it actually make sense? • A mature buck encounter that completely changed how Don hunts • Why giving up the wind can ruin even a great stand location • What "woodsmanship" really means • Why trapping can make someone a better deer hunter • Teaching the next generation traditional outdoor skills • Using hairy vetch for soil health and whitetail food plots • Hunting over bait: the difference between legal and ethical • How to prepare for the moment of truth on a giant buck • Listener questions and important prayer requests With hunting seasons beginning across the country, this episode is packed with information you can put to use immediately. Subscribe to Chasing Giants and join Don Higgins and Terry Peer each week as they discuss mature whitetails, habitat management, hunting strategy, faith, and lessons learned from decades in the whitetail woods. #ChasingGiants #WhitetailDeer #DeerHunting #MatureBucks #ColdFront #DeerMovement #WhitetailHunting #HuntingPodcast #FoodPlots #DeerHabitat Chasing Giants TV Sponsors: Real World Wildlife Products Asio Gear Chasing Giants Podcast Sponsors: Asio Gear Real World Wildlife Products Hawke Optics Novix Outdoors Midwest Land Group 360 Hunting Blinds Mike’s Mighty Micros Gingerich Tree Farms TagOut Technique Grubb Implement Brenton USA Mathews Archery Victory GMC & Auto Group Wildlife Farming WiseEye Technologies Chasing Assurance Podcast Sponsors: Heartwood Planning Group WiseEye Technologies Coonless Feeders Green Prairie Seed Company © 2026 Chasing Giants Podcast. All rights reserved. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts during this episode are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Chasing Giants, our sponsors, advertising partners, affiliates, or associated organizations. This interview is presented for informational purposes and to encourage respectful discussion. Copyright Notice: Any unauthorized reproduction, rebroadcast, redistribution, recording, or use of this audio or video, in whole or in part, without the express written consent of Chasing Giants LLC is strictly prohibited.

Someone Sends You a Tip on a 200” Buck… What Do You Do? | Chasing Giants 339

Episode 344

Sunday, August 23, 2026 • Duration 01:08:02

What would you do if somebody sent you a photo — and the exact location — of a 200-inch whitetail? On Episode 339 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer dive back into one of the most debated subjects in hunting: the difference between what is legal and what is ethical. After last week's discussion generated more than 100 comments, Don explains why hunting ethics have to go beyond simply asking whether something is legal. That conversation leads directly back into thermal drones — including the story of a hunter who spent $10,000 on a thermal drone, used it for only a few months, and then sold it because he believed the technology crossed an ethical line. Then Don addresses controversy surrounding a recent Whitetail Master Academy clip about receiving tips on giant bucks. Don explains exactly what happens when somebody sends him information about a big deer, why most tips never make it beyond his computer, and why he has walked away from opportunities to hunt tremendous bucks when doing so would step on another hunter's toes. Don also shares an incredible story about locating a giant Nebraska buck on public land. After tracing the trail-camera photo back to the young hunter who originally captured it, Don called him directly and asked for his blessing before hunting the deer. The hunter said no — and Don walked away. Plus, Don and Terry answer listener questions covering: Why Don is cautious about river-bottom hunting properties Whether NutriCrave high-oil corn is difficult for deer to digest Whether shooting a cull buck can push a target buck off your property How to recognize hunting content that may not tell the entire story How Don chooses stand locations based on wind Why sometimes the best hunting decision is simply staying home The episode closes with Sunday Night Prayer Time with Ty Miller and a challenge to stop merely reacting as Christians and begin intentionally viewing our lives, neighbors, challenges and priorities through God. Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Chasing Giants 339 00:25 Update on Robin Higgins 03:00 Prayers for Gene Wentzel & Kevin Thayer 05:00 Legal vs. Ethical Hunting 09:40 Are Thermal Drones Unethical? 11:00 Hunter Buys a $10,000 Drone — Then Sells It 14:15 Protecting Your Property From Drones 16:25 Boone Brothers & Donating Deer in Kentucky 18:45 What Happened to Whitetail Master Academy? 21:00 Don Responds to the Big Buck Controversy 23:30 Rumors About Don Higgins 25:55 Don Knows Where Two 200” Bucks Are Right Now 28:10 Treat Other Hunters the Way You Want to Be Treated 30:35 Should You Share Pictures of Giant Bucks? 32:55 How Don Handles Tips on Big Bucks 35:20 The Giant Nebraska Public-Land Buck 37:40 River Bottom Properties — Good or Bad? 40:05 Can You Keep Mature Bucks on Your Property? 42:30 Is High-Oil Corn Hard for Deer to Digest? 44:50 Will Killing a Cull Buck Push Away Your Target Buck? 46:55 Is Hunting Content Becoming Fake? 49:20 Smoke, Mirrors & Hunting Personalities 53:15 Does Don Know Every Mature Buck on His Farm? 55:10 Choosing Stands for Different Winds 59:30 Sunday Night Prayer — Seeing Life Through God YouTube Tags Chasing Giants, Don Higgins, Terry Peer, Chasing Giants Podcast, whitetail deer, whitetail hunting, deer hunting, mature bucks, big bucks, giant whitetails, 200 inch buck, hunting ethics, hunting controversy, thermal drones, deer recovery drones, hunting drones, trail cameras, trail camera pictures, public land bucks, hunting permission, deer hunting tips, habitat management, land management, food plots, deer behavior, river bottom hunting, deer hunting pressure, bowhunting, Kentucky deer hunting, Whitetail Master Academy, Don Higgins whitetail, Christian hunting podcast Chasing Giants TV Sponsors: Real World Wildlife Products Asio Gear Chasing Giants Podcast Sponsors: Asio Gear Real World Wildlife Products Hawke Optics Novix Outdoors Midwest Land Group 360 Hunting Blinds Mike’s Mighty Micros Gingerich Tree Farms TagOut Technique Grubb Implement Brenton USA Mathews Archery Victory GMC & Auto Group Wildlife Farming WiseEye Technologies Chasing Assurance Podcast Sponsors: Heartwood Planning Group WiseEye Technologies Coonless Feeders Green Prairie Seed Company © 2026 Chasing Giants Podcast. All rights reserved. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts during this episode are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Chasing Giants, our sponsors, advertising partners, affiliates, or associated organizations. This interview is presented for informational purposes and to encourage respectful discussion. Copyright Notice: Any unauthorized reproduction, rebroadcast, redistribution, recording, or use of this audio or video, in whole or in part, without the express written consent of Chasing Giants LLC is strictly prohibited.

Legal Doesn’t Mean Ethical: Where Do YOU Draw the Line? | Chasing Giants 338

Episode 342

Sunday, August 16, 2026 • Duration 01:09:25

Are drones becoming one of the biggest threats to ethical deer hunting? In Episode 338 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer revisit the growing controversy surrounding drones and deer hunting—and Don doesn't hold back. After seeing firsthand just how quickly thermal drone technology can locate mature whitetails, Don explains why his opinion has changed and why he believes the hunting community needs to seriously consider where the ethical line should be drawn. But this episode goes much deeper than drones. Don explains why he gets so passionate—and sometimes fired up—when discussing hunting and deer management. Terry brings up the influence longtime friend and mentor Al Foster had on Don, challenging him years ago to think beyond simply asking, "Is it legal?" and instead ask, "Is it right?" They also tackle a great listener question about something many passionate hunters wrestle with: Can hunting become an idol? How do you balance your dedication to whitetails with your walk with Christ, family, church, and the things that should come first? PLUS: • Don sees his first wild badger in Illinois • Excellent rainfall has Don excited about this year's soybean crop • Mid-August fall food plot preparation • Weed wipers for controlling weeds in soybeans • Fall vs. spring fruit tree planting • Bare-root vs. potted fruit trees • Don's favorite low-maintenance wildlife fruit trees • Why transplanting wild apple trees usually isn't worth it • Updates on the NEW Chasing Giants website and merchandise • A new FREE call-in option being developed for listeners without internet access • And yes... more discussion about "jackasses." Episode 338 is a mix of hunting strategy, habitat management, ethics, faith, listener questions, and a few classic Don Higgins rants. We may not always agree—but hopefully Chasing Giants makes all of us THINK. Thanks for being part of the Chasing Giants family. Subscribe and join us every week as Don Higgins and Terry Peer talk mature whitetails, habitat management, hunting strategy, faith, and everything that comes with Chasing Giants. Chasing Giants TV Sponsors: Real World Wildlife Products Asio Gear Chasing Giants Podcast Sponsors: Asio Gear Real World Wildlife Products Hawke Optics Novix Outdoors Midwest Land Group 360 Hunting Blinds Mike’s Mighty Micros Gingerich Tree Farms TagOut Technique Grubb Implement Brenton USA Mathews Archery Victory GMC & Auto Group Wildlife Farming WiseEye Technologies Chasing Assurance Podcast Sponsors: Heartwood Planning Group WiseEye Technologies Coonless Feeders Green Prairie Seed Company © 2026 Chasing Giants Podcast. All rights reserved. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts during this episode are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Chasing Giants, our sponsors, advertising partners, affiliates, or associated organizations. This interview is presented for informational purposes and to encourage respectful discussion. Copyright Notice: Any unauthorized reproduction, rebroadcast, redistribution, recording, or use of this audio or video, in whole or in part, without the express written consent of Chasing Giants LLC is strictly prohibited.

You Spent WHAT on a Deer Crossing?! | Chasing Giants #337

Episode 341

Sunday, August 9, 2026 • Duration 01:02:11

What would you spend to make one of your best hunting setups even better? On Episode 337 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins breaks down one of the most elaborate habitat projects he's tackled on his farm—a creek crossing built specifically to influence deer movement. After a previous crossing was destroyed by flooding, Don isn't taking any chances this time. He's rebuilding it with a massive repurposed steel tank, crushed limestone, rebar and approximately eight inches of concrete. The investment? Don estimates he'll have around $3,000 in a creek crossing that isn't intended for tractors, equipment or vehicles. It's strictly for the deer. But there's a reason. The crossing connects bedding cover in switchgrass and miscanthus with an approximately 1.5-acre food plot, creating a natural pinch point. Don has positioned a ladder stand on one side and a 360 blind on the other to take advantage of different wind directions. We also discuss: • Why Don believes his farm may have finally reached its potential • How small habitat improvements can make already-good stands even better • Using terrain and creek crossings to influence deer movement • Don's approach to rope scrapes and Scrape Magnet • Why the location of a mock scrape matters • How many rope scrapes may be too many • Using historical trail-camera data instead of reacting to current pictures • Managing a small property with mature bucks • A listener's difficult situation with a neighboring landowner • The potential impact of data centers and solar farms on hunting property • Real World Wildlife Products' continued growth • An upcoming marketing opportunity with Real World • Walker Higgins' new entrepreneurial adventure • The final push for the Lester's Feet Texas hunt raffle PLUS — stay through the end for this week's Sunday Night Prayer Time. Chasing Giants isn't about finding shortcuts. It's about understanding whitetails, improving habitat, learning from experience and constantly asking: "What can I do to make this setup better?" Thanks for watching Episode 337 of the Chasing Giants Podcast with Don Higgins and Terry Peer. SUBSCRIBE to Chasing Giants TV and turn on notifications so you don't miss the next episode. #ChasingGiants #DonHiggins #WhitetailHabitat #DeerHunting #WhitetailHunting #LandManagement #HabitatManagement #MockScrapes #TrailCameras #FoodPlots Chasing Giants TV Sponsors: Real World Wildlife Products Asio Gear Chasing Giants Podcast Sponsors: Asio Gear Real World Wildlife Products Hawke Optics Novix Outdoors Midwest Land Group 360 Hunting Blinds Mike’s Mighty Micros Gingerich Tree Farms TagOut Technique Grubb Implement Brenton USA Mathews Archery Victory GMC & Auto Group Wildlife Farming WiseEye Technologies Chasing Assurance Podcast Sponsors: Heartwood Planning Group WiseEye Technologies Coonless Feeders Green Prairie Seed Company © 2026 Chasing Giants Podcast. All rights reserved. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts during this episode are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Chasing Giants, our sponsors, advertising partners, affiliates, or associated organizations. This interview is presented for informational purposes and to encourage respectful discussion. Copyright Notice: Any unauthorized reproduction, rebroadcast, redistribution, recording, or use of this audio or video, in whole or in part, without the express written consent of Chasing Giants LLC is strictly prohibited.

Thermal Drones, Food Plot Mistakes & Buck Dispersal | Chasing Giants Podcast #336

Episode 340

Sunday, August 2, 2026 • Duration 01:07:14

As deer season gets closer, Don Higgins and Terry Peer cover some of the biggest topics facing deer hunters right now. This week they discuss: • Thermal drones and why Don installed drone detection technology on his farm. • Herbicide updates after a challenging growing season. • Why residual herbicides performed differently this year. • Johnson grass and waterhemp management. • Scrape Magnet tips and the biggest mistakes hunters are making with mock scrapes. • Summer buck dispersal and what happens before hunting season. • Improving mature persimmon trees. • Rotating fall food plots. • Kentucky's supplemental feeding regulations. • Upcoming Chasing Giants events and Lester's Feet fundraiser updates. As always, the episode concludes with Sunday Night Prayer Time. Topics Covered Thermal drone detection Food plot herbicides Soybean management Waterhemp control Johnson grass Scrape Magnet Mock scrape strategies Buck dispersal Persimmon tree management Deer nutrition Hunting ethics Listener submitted questions Thank you for watching! Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to help us reach more hunters with practical whitetail management advice while pointing people toward Christ. Chasing Giants TV Sponsors: Real World Wildlife Products Asio Gear Chasing Giants Podcast Sponsors: Asio Gear Real World Wildlife Products Hawke Optics Novix Outdoors Midwest Land Group 360 Hunting Blinds Mike’s Mighty Micros Gingerich Tree Farms TagOut Technique Grubb Implement Brenton USA Mathews Archery Victory GMC & Auto Group Wildlife Farming WiseEye Technologies Chasing Assurance Podcast Sponsors: Heartwood Planning Group WiseEye Technologies Coonless Feeders Green Prairie Seed Company © 2026 Chasing Giants Podcast. All rights reserved. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts during this episode are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Chasing Giants, our sponsors, advertising partners, affiliates, or associated organizations. This interview is presented for informational purposes and to encourage respectful discussion. Copyright Notice: Any unauthorized reproduction, rebroadcast, redistribution, recording, or use of this audio or video, in whole or in part, without the express written consent of Chasing Giants LLC is strictly prohibited.

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You're Planting Fall Food Plots TOO EARLY! (Most Hunters Get This Wrong)

Episode 339

Sunday, July 26, 2026 • Duration 01:07:52

Many hunters make the same mistake every summer—they plant their fall food plots too early. This week, Don Higgins and Terry Peer discuss what they discovered while checking food plots in southern Illinois after weeks of heavy rain and mature Johnsongrass infestations. Topics include: • When to actually plant fall food plots • How weather changes your planting strategy • Mature Johnsongrass control in soybeans • Why bigger food plots aren't always better • Business advice from Don Higgins • Listener submitted questions • Fruit trees, doe management, habitat design and more Whether you're planting Real World Wildlife Products, clover, cereal grains or brassicas, this episode will help you avoid costly mistakes before deer season. Subscribe for new episodes every week. Chasing Giants TV Sponsors: Real World Wildlife Products Asio Gear Chasing Giants Podcast Sponsors: Asio Gear Real World Wildlife Products Hawke Optics Novix Outdoors Midwest Land Group 360 Hunting Blinds Mike’s Mighty Micros Gingerich Tree Farms TagOut Technique Grubb Implement Brenton USA Mathews Archery Victory GMC & Auto Group Wildlife Farming WiseEye Technologies Chasing Assurance Podcast Sponsors: Heartwood Planning Group WiseEye Technologies Coonless Feeders Green Prairie Seed Company © 2026 Chasing Giants Podcast. All rights reserved. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts during this episode are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Chasing Giants, our sponsors, advertising partners, affiliates, or associated organizations. This interview is presented for informational purposes and to encourage respectful discussion. Copyright Notice: Any unauthorized reproduction, rebroadcast, redistribution, recording, or use of this audio or video, in whole or in part, without the express written consent of Chasing Giants LLC is strictly prohibited.

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