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The State of the Whitetail and NDA's 2026 Deer Report with Kip Adams Apr 29, 2026

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In this episode of the Deer Season 365 podcast, we're talking with NDA's own Kip Adams about the State of the Whitetail and NDA's 2026 Deer Report that highlights current deer harvest data and trends across the U.S.

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Rubs, Scrapes, and UV Light: What Deer See That We Don’t, with Daniel DeRose-Broeckert Dec 17, 2025

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In this episode of the Deer Season 365 podcast, we're talking with University of Georgia graduate student Daniel DeRose-Broeckert about his fascinating new deer vision research. What Daniel discovered is that rubs and scrapes actually glow like highway reflectors to a deer's unique eyes. This is fascinating research that will not only open your eyes to a whole new way deer may view their world, but it also reinforces how little we truly know about white-tailed deer, despite them being the most studied game animal on the planet.

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Whitetail Rut: Fact vs. Fiction — and How to Capitalize on It, With Kip Adams Nov 12, 2025

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In this episode of the Deer Season 365 Podcast, we're sitting down with NDA's Kip Adams to discuss the science behind the rut. We'll separate fact from fiction so that you can improve your odds of success during this exciting time of year.

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Does Human Predation Risk Affect Harvest Susceptibility of White-Tailed Deer During Hunting Season?

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Research: How Hunter Behavior Affects Deer Observation Rates With Andy Little Oct 29, 2025

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In this episode of the Deer Season 365 Podcast, we speak with Andy Little, from the University of Nebraska, about a research project he conducted examining how hunter behavior affects deer observation rates.

It’s a really cool peek into how our behavior as hunters influences our success in the field, and it will definitely leave you with some great takeaway advice to help you become a better, more efficient hunter.

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Impacts of human hunting on spatial behavior of white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus)

Hunting intensity alters movement behaviour of white-tailed deer

Hunter movement and habitat use affect observation rate of white-tailed deer

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The Art, Skill, and Joy of Traditional Archery With Ron Rohrbaugh Oct 15, 2025

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Traditional archery seems to be growing in popularity as more and more hunters yearn for stepping back in time and pursuing deer in much the same way our ancestors once did. Like most new pursuits though, getting started can seem daunting, and initial bad experiences can lead to giving up prematurely. On this episode of Deer Season 365, wildlife biologist, author, and lifelong conservationist Ron Rohrbaugh joins NDA’s Nick Pinizzotto to talk about his personal traditional archery journey. He shares stories about his first hunts as a trad hunter and offers some excellent advice for people considering taking the plunge into the world of hunting with longbows and recurves. Also discussed is the amazing camaraderie among trad hunters and how the community is always willing to lend a hand to newcomers. Ron also shares information about where to find his award-winning books and informative and entertaining videos on his YouTube channel. Featured Sponsor/Partners

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The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!

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Extreme Scent Control With Jake Ehlinger Oct 01, 2025

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When you ask most hunters who have successfully gotten close to mature deer what their number one priority is when heading to the woods, they’ll tell you scent control and hunting in the right wind conditions. You could be hunting the best spot in the country with mature bucks everywhere, but if you don’t control your scent, it won’t matter. A whitetail’s nose is its primary line of defense, so if you’re serious about consistently achieving positive results, managing scent control should be your top priority.

To help deliver that point, Jake Ehlinger of Habitat Solutions 360 joins Nick and The Doctor to talk about his extreme scent control routine and how it can be modified to fit your personal hunting situation. Jake is a well-known, successful mature buck hunter who brings a wealth of expertise in many areas, ranging from hunting whitetails to managing their habitat. As we head into hunting seasons across the country, this is the perfect time to hear this conversation.

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Doe Harvest Trends: Which States Are Making the Grade? Sep 17, 2025

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In this episode of the Deer Season 365 Podcast, NDA staff discuss the declining doe harvest trend, which regions and states are doing a good job of harvesting does, and which ones need to step it up.

We also explore the importance and benefits of harvesting does, and why you should consider harvesting does early in the season when possible.

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These 8 States Badly Need to Boost Their Deer Harvest

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NDA Staff Share Their Deer Season Preparations & Goals Sep 03, 2025

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In this episode of the Deer Season 365 Podcast, several NDA staff members share their deer season preparation routines, as well as their plans and goals for the 2025-2026 deer season.

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The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!

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Using High-Tech Drones to Recover Deer With Mike Yoder Aug 20, 2025

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In this episode of the Deer Season 365 Podcast, we talk with Mike Yoder of Drone Deer Recovery all about the use of thermal-imaging drones to recover deer. Mike and I dive into the topic from both the perspective of a hunter who may want to hire a drone operator to locate their deer, as well as from the perspective of someone interested in starting their own drone deer recovery business.

Mike was one of the pioneers of drone deer recovery and a wealth of knowledge on the subject, so be sure to listen in to our discussion!

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