Category: Eblast Archives
Homegrown Whitetails – Episode #363
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Reaping the rewards for planning, work and patience! Watch this week as Adam puts his tag on a fantastic family farm buck. Then see Pops Woods hunting again – this time he lets the Winchester bark!
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Do you take a phone to the stand with you? After watching this, you may!
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Bucks are on the move! Make sure your stand is on the mark!
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Time to work the Messenger! Get vocal and replicate a chase!
The Miracle Hunt – Episode #362
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Determination can often lead to success. Watch as this truth unfolds for an 86 year old deer hunter. Plus, a mature Ozark buck comes within Prime range. A few does bite the dirt in the process, don’t miss the whitetail hunting action!
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How do you stop a walking deer? Click here to find out why you may want to start soft!
New Weekly Blog: Tough Hunting Conditions
Forecast calling for warm temperatures? Here are a few tips to fill your freezer even during warm spells.
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It’s the pre-rut! Time to start hunting stands in pinch points. Deer will be on their feet.
Autumn Antlers in Hand – Episode #361
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Recent cold fronts moved across the whitetail’s range and the deer hunting action was intense. Watch as a mature Kentucky hit list buck goes down. Plus, see the GrowingDeer Team finally puts its hand on a hidden treasure! The pieces to the Handy puzzle are coming together.
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Ever put a stalk on a deer? Watch Grant close the distance on a few deer as he heads to the stand.
New Weekly Blog: Got Nighttime Deer Movement?
Got a nocturnal buck on trail camera? Check out the techniques we use to put a tag on these tough to hunt bucks!
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Bucks will be on the move soon! Take time to brush up on your “aging deer on the hoof” skills.
Bucks On The Move – Episode #360
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What makes mature bucks get on their feet? Click here to see the breakdown of what factors get them up and moving! Plus, the hard work finally comes full circle! Watch the first hunt from the renovated Crab Apple food plot – it’s one for the books!
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Do you field dress your own deer? Watch Adam and Matt make quick work of this process after a successful hunt.
New Weekly Video Blog: The Power Of Doe Patterns
Are you prepared for hunting the pre-rut? Here’s a tip that will put the odds in your favor during the coming weeks!
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Bucks tend to re-visit scrapes after rain events. Take note and hunt a scrape once the rain has passed.
It’s Never Too Early or Too Late – Episode #359
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It’s never too early to be working on doe management. Watch to see the latest bow hunting success from the Summit treestands. Plus, the habitat management doesn’t stop because it’s deer season. See how we are boosting our bedding areas for better whitetail habitat.
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What do you do when a coyote shows up? Watch how Grant handles this situation while bow hunting.
New Weekly Video Blog: New Developments!
There are new developments in Handy’s movements. We may soon make our move to intercept this mature buck. Find out more here!
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Weather Watch! Closely watch for passing cold fronts. This is a great time to be in the woods!
Red Hot Early Season Action – Episode #358
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Let the deer hunting begin! Our Pro Staff strike in Kansas by tagging a hit list buck and several does. Plus, doe management at The Proving Grounds is underway. Two does, one hunt. Don’t miss the red hot hunting action.
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Can you accurately age whitetails? Learn how to age deer by examining tooth wear and replacement!
New Weekly Blog: The Changing Pattern Of Handy
Where has Handy been? Follow up on Handy’s latest movements plus the plans made to close the distance on this mature buck.
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Follow through your shots. Dropping the bow early to see where you hit can be a costly mistake!
Bulls, Bucks, and Tractors! – Episode #357
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Watch this video to see how we battle the challenges and adventures of early season hunting. From Colorado elk hunting to the opening weekend of Missouri archery season – see the hunts unfold here! Plus, learn about an experimental technique used to improve soil health.
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Ever lost a blood trail? Watch here to learn the techniques we use to blood trail game.
New Weekly Blog: When is the best time to tag does?
Click here to learn when antlerless deer should be harvested.
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It’s time to start monitoring utilization cages! This information may guide you to a hunting hot spot.
A Warm-Up For Deer Season – Episode #356
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Deer hunters aren’t the only ones getting ready for fall! Watch to see how whitetails are preparing for the cooler temperatures. Plus, realistic archery practice makes perfect – make sure you are on target this season with these practice tips!
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See the strategy we will be using to intercept deer on their way to a major feeding food plot!
New Weekly Blog: How to Respond to Consistent Deer Movement
Ever wonder the best way to capitalize on deer movement? Learn the techniques we use here!
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Make venison ready for the freezer: remove the connective tissue for better tasting meat.
Surefire Scouting Strategies – Episode #355
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Early season hunting strategies can differ across the whitetails range. Here at The Proving Grounds we get boots on the ground to look for sign and the early season attractants. See how we use two different methods of scouting to be in the game as season opens. Watch to get your season started with success!
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Are you looking to find that last minute hunting hot spot? Learn the top 10 factors we consider when placing stand locations.
New Weekly Blog: How To Gain MRI
Deer adapt to conditions throughout the season. See how we capture MRI or Most Recent Information to stay successful throughout the fall.
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Keep your eye out for fresh deer sign. Scrapes are beginning to open up!
Tracking Down A Hit-Lister – Episode #354
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As deer season opens across the country we show the steps it takes to pattern a mature buck. See the tips and tools we use to pattern and hunt mature deer this fall. You can use these same strategies to track down a hit-lister!
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Avoid the common mistakes in self-filming. Watch to see the latest and greatest tips on the proper techniques used to video a deer hunt!
New Weekly Blog: Hunting When The Temperature Rises
Will you be deer hunting during the early season? Learn how our stand placements are chosen to stay hot when the temperatures rise.
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Before bow season opens be sure to practice with broadheads. Double check your sights before heading to the stand.
