In this episode of 'Maximize Your Hunt', host Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes) and guest Andrew Little (AWESM Lab) delve into habitat management strategies for hunting properties, focusing on soil health, turkey habitats, and the importance of neighboring land management. The conversation highlights the significance of nesting and brooding cover for turkeys, seasonal management strategies, and the ongoing journey of conservation. Listeners are encouraged to take simple steps to improve their land and learn about their properties to maximize wildlife success.

Takeaways

• Creating compost tea improves soil structure.
• Granular fertilizers can harm the microbiome.
• Understanding turkey habitats is crucial for management.
• Neighboring land management impacts wildlife success.
• Nesting cover is essential for turkey broods.
• Visual obstruction helps protect nesting turkeys.
• Management should consider seasonal changes.
• Conservation is a continuous journey.
• Simple steps can lead to significant improvements.
• Engaging with local landowners enhances habitat management.

Social Links

https://awesmlab.unl.edu/

https://awesmlab.unl.edu/wildag-podcast/

https://whitetaillandscapes.com/

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In this episode of 'Maximize Your Hunt', host Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes) discusses various strategies for improving hunting properties, including land management, habitat improvement, food plot strategies, and deer behavior with Perry Battin (Drury Outdoors). The conversation emphasizes the importance of nutrient management, soil health, and timber stand improvement techniques. Additionally, Perry and Jon explore the use of technology in hunting, summer preparations for the upcoming season, and the significance of safety and proper equipment. The episode concludes with thoughts on community and networking within the hunting world, as well as final preparations for a successful hunting season.

Takeaways

• Maximizing hunting properties requires effective land management.
• Engaging college students can provide valuable help in the field.
• Food plots should be strategically designed for deer movement.
• Nutrient management is crucial for healthy crops.
• Soil health impacts the success of food plots.
• Timber stand improvement can be done effectively in summer.
• Understanding deer behavior is key to successful hunting.
• Technology can enhance hunting strategies and property management.
• Safety equipment is essential during timber management.
• Networking with other hunters can provide valuable insights and opportunities.

Social Links

https://www.instagram.com/perrybattin_druryoutdoors/?hl=en

https://www.druryoutdoors.com/

https://whitetaillandscapes.com/

https://www.facebook.com/whitetaillandscapes/

https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_landscapes/?hl=en

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Get Ahead of Your Game | DeerCast

In this episode, Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes) and Lee Vandenbrink (Aerial Wildlife Solutions) explore drones, their benefits and how these tools can change your perspective on hunting and wildlife. This podcast episode explores the intersection of technology and hunting, focusing on the use of drones for land management, habitat mapping, and deer recovery. The host and guest discuss the importance of quality equipment, the benefits of using drones for surveying and mapping properties, and the ethical considerations surrounding deer recovery. They emphasize the need for accurate data to make informed decisions about land management and hunting strategies, while also addressing the evolving role of technology in the hunting industry.

Takeaways:

• Good quality equipment is essential for effective land management.
• Drones can provide high-resolution maps for property analysis.
• Thermal imaging technology is valuable for deer surveys and recovery.
• Understanding deer behavior is crucial for effective hunting strategies.
• Seasonality affects deer movement and habitat usage.
• Mapping can help identify vegetation types and health.
• Drones can assist in ethical deer recovery efforts.
• Technology should enhance, not replace, traditional hunting skills.
• Every property has unique characteristics that affect deer usage.
• The future of hunting will increasingly rely on technological advancements.

Social Links

https://aerialwildlifesolutions.net/

https://whitetaillandscapes.com/

https://www.facebook.com/whitetaillandscapes/

https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_landscapes/?hl=en