Land & Legacy - Habitat + Hunting

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Why We Burn in Late Summer Sep 01, 2020

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On this habitat focused podcast, we discuss the benefits of the burning during the late summer. Yes, we burned during a drought recently here in southern Missouri with strict goals and objectives for this burn unit. On this podcast, we examine, how, why, when, and where.

Growing season fires are not like dormant season fires, they result in different outcomes. A growing season fire usually allows the forbs to flourish while controlling the woody saplings in the unit based on the time of the fire. Based on the ambient temperature outside, it is much easier to top kill a sapling when temperatures are warmer now than in February. The size of these units also are very important, we use a growing season fire to put the finishing touches after the broad strokes of habitat improvements have been made. Edge feathered areas usually respond very well to a growing season fire. It places more food and cover in close proximity to food plots.

Be sure to listen to this educational podcast on prescribed fire during the growing season. Turn your habitat into a dyanmic offering for the wildlife. #ForLoveofotheLand

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Our Outlook on a New Lease Sep 01, 2020

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New opportunities are on the horizon for Land & Legacy this fall. With one phone call, we packed the truck and headed west to a new hunting opportunity. A generous client has offered an invitation for this fall to hunt a large property with him and his crew. We quickly jumped on the chance and this podcast, is our plan of attack to chasing whitetails in Oklahoma.

This property is managed intensely for waterfowl. However, that doesn't mean there aren't ample opportunities for quality whitetails. During this podcast, we break down our perspective prior to visiting this farm recently and then again after the visit. With having eye balls on the farm our perspective and season outlook has changed. Be sure to follow along as we dissect the farm, habitat, variables, and season dates for 2020 in Oklahoma.

This podcast is a look into the fall hunting season for the Land & Legacy team. We are thrilled to hit the woods soon with the crew chasing whitetails in Missouri and now Oklahoma. We hope you enjoy the podcast and can share some of the same principles on learning new hunting territories. #ForLoveoftheLand

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Land Management vs. Herd Management Aug 25, 2020

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Have you ever heard of the phrase "that farm is managed"? Have you stopped to consider what that means? Do you wonder, what type of management they are talking about? Overtime we have seen this term become devalued and over-generalized.

During this podcast, we clearly outline the difference between herd management and land management. These two different types of management play huge roles in the progress we aim to see on land. Land management involves, TSI, prescribed fire, old-field, etc. Herd management involves tracking and selectively harvesting deer based on recorded data such as adult sex ratios, fawn recruitment rates, recorded weights, and overall carrying capacity.

If you desire to maximize your property you have to actively manage. Manage the land in sync with the herd. It's not, one or the other, it's both. If you want results, manage every aspect and year-round by addressing the needs of the land and herd. #ForLoveoftheLand

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Proven Dove Hunting Tactics Aug 25, 2020

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During this podcast, we sit down with Kyle Hedges of Land & Legacy to discuss the cheat codes for dove season. The opening day of dove season in many states is just as important as deer season. The heritage and tradition built around this sport is impressive, so give this podcast a listen to learn how to be successful every summer.

Last year at this time, we discussed how to plant and manage a pristine sunflower patch for opening day. This year, we discuss what natives should you be hunting over for doves. Do you hunt pond banks with bare dirt? What about roost trees? Some of the top native species to look for when scouting for doves are, barnyard grass, foxtail, ragweed, and wholly croton.

If you enjoy dove hunting, it's not too late to scratch out a few good hunts for this year. Download this podcast to increase your chances as dove season in your neck of the woods opens up! #ForLoveoftheLand

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Ohio Update Aug 18, 2020

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On this weeks podcast, we discuss the flexibility of land. We have worked a certain property in Ohio for several years now. Despite working the same property, the ownership has changed hands. This means plans change! We cover this week, how new owners means new objectives, but the question is, can the land handle the change?

Since the property has sold, the new owners are now full time residents of the property with a young family. This means the property has more hands to work it, but more hunters as well. So we need to accommodate for that and increase the access and number of hunting locations across the farm. In addition, the amount of useable space for whitetails needs to increase as well. We need to add cover across the entire farm to increase the overall carrying capacity. This was done with solid execution in the last 5 months. Roughly 20 acres of clear cuts have been completed. Over 15 acres of native grass and forbs blends have been established. Cover is not limiting on the property! The land is handling the changes very well, despite many drastic measures, the response has been great.

The land has responded very well, but so has the deer herd. After reducing deer numbers significantly, the fawn recruitment rate is extremely strong. But also impressive are the size of some of these bucks. Despite a dry summer, these bucks have grown impressive racks!

We hope you enjoy this podcast and use it as fuel to change your property for the better. Remember drastic improvements come from drastic changes! #ForLoveoftheLand

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Hindsight is 20/20 - Mistakes on the Land Aug 18, 2020

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Sometimes the best way to learn is to look back in history at what worked and most importantly, what didn't work. During this podcast we discuss some of the biggest failures we've ever committed on our family farm and some of the most common we see people making. If you're looking to make an impact on your farm without it costing a fortune don't miss this podcast.

We're walking through techniques we used that we're still trying to correct today, like deep tillage, hinge cutting, and even road layout. Many decisions we make when managing our land affect the farm for the long haul. Consider the importance of a plan and working through that plan to ensure that progress is made. As a young land manager we spent many weekends randomly working the property with no real plan, my how things have changed.

If you're not tracking your progress with photos of before and after your work and journaling your work, you're falling into the same trap that we did. That has been one of the biggest regrets we have in land management and thankfully you shouldn't have to make the same mistakes. Listen in to this podcast to avoid those annoying regrets and mistakes. #ForLoveoftheLand

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Overhauling an Iowa Hunting Property Aug 12, 2020

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During this weeks podcast we bring you an update from the owners of Bur Oaks Bluff. This 280 acre property is getting a habitat facelift.

Since the owners took possession earlier in 2020, many things across the property have changed. We cover topics such as cedar removal, food plot expansion, TSI, edge feathering, tillable acres expansion, fishing pond improvements, and more! This property is well on its way to creating a dynamite whitetail property in a under estimated period of Iowa. Southern Iowa isn’t the only place giant whitetails are produced.

Give this podcast a listen if you want to watch a farm come alive for wildlife in the coming years. This farm will be a destination location for a future outdoor minded family.

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Wool and Whitetail Hunters with Kevin Harlander of First Lite Aug 12, 2020

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It’s been coming for a while, the wool revelation for the typical eastern whitetail hunter. Wool has been used for hundreds of years as a premium fabric for all kinds of clothing. This week, we speak with Kevin Harlander of First Lite to learn about the company and the secrets of wool based hunting gear.

Are your tired of the overheating on your way to the treestand, but freezing your tail off as you sit the whole day? We were too! After much research and trial and error we have switched to wearing wool hunting clothing. From the start of season till the end, the Properties of wool keep us covered.

In addition to creating incredible hunting clothing, First Lite is devoted to the conservation of wild things. From west to East, this company is giving back to the habitat. Not just money, but time, labor, and education.

If you haven’t given First Lite a chance, we encourage you to try some pieces this fall and support a conservation minded company!

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The Foundational Element of Landscape Architecture Aug 04, 2020

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During this week's podcast, Matt and Frank discuss one of the largest and overlooked fundamental aspects of land management, location! Your specific region matters. The east is not the west and the north is not the south. Despite bobwhite quail living in all of these regions and despite it being the same animal you are managing for, the management will be different!

The region you live in and manage is likely the second largest factor when it comes to management decisions. The first being, what species you will be managing for, but second is your location in that species range. Social media has connected people and brought to light some good and bad techniques over the years. However, the connection of people has often led to many practices being mis-used. Things that work in the north for deer, many not work or be even remotely necessary for those in the south. It is imperative to know your location, soils, rainfall, temperature, growing degree days, first and last frost dates.

We encourage you to download the podcast and listen closely. This podcast will help elevate your understanding of your property and how it relates to your region. Manage with fundamental principles to get the response you want! #ForLoveoftheLand

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Step by Step Fall Food Plot Planting Guide Aug 04, 2020

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Are you ready for fall like we are? Ready or not here it comes. During this week's podcast we discuss how fall food plots actually work. We start at the basis with the understanding of how seeds germinate. Germination of seeds starts when adequate moisture is available, yet, most food plots start off with a practice of removing all the soil moisture, like discing.

In addition, after discussing how to get the most out of your food plot planting, we dive into soil improvement techniques. The phrase "I'm building soil" is often misused and misunderstood. So we discuss in detail the 5 principles of building soil health. These principles should not be confused or deviated from as they simply work with mother nature. Building soil does not happen overnight, the process is complex and the solution will be as well. Monocultures are not the solution. Be sure to hear us out on this topic. It's a hot button item, but simply science should be applied to understand how the soil should be improved.

Be sure to share with others who need to hear this message. To get the most out of your food plots, you need to understand the medium they are planted in. Give this podcast a download and a share. #ForLoveoftheLand

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