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PODCAST

Big Woods Bucks - Deer Hunting -Education & Entertainment

Hal Blood & the Big Woods Bucks Team

BIG WOODS BUCKS PODCAST is a knowledge-based podcast dedicated to teaching people the skills, tactics, and techniques needed to become a successful hunter by taking each of you along on our adventures. Hosted by legendary whitetail tracker Hal Blood and co-hosted by Maine Guide Lee Schanz, Jr., listen as they share the vast knowledge they have of big woods deer hunting. Education through entertainment is the cornerstone of our business.

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01:30:09

136| “The BWB Team Gears Up For Deer Season”

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2023/11/10

· · Join Hal, Joe, Bad Lee & Mike Stevens as they discuss the lead up to what is predicted to be a productive deer season. · A bit of talk about moose talk to share. · Every coyote is a wolf now”??? · Preparation is important – Tire Chains · Connect with Big Woods Bucks. · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear. · Check out Minus33 wool, Skinner Sights, and use

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135| “Rodney Elmer and Taylor Elmer Talk Big Woods...

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2023/10/23

· In this podcast, recorded live at Huntstock 2023, Rodney Elmer and Taylor Elmer of Mountain Deer Taxidermy in Vermont talk big woods hunting on bare-ground and snow across the NorthEast. · Connect with Big Woods Bucks. · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear. · Check out Minus33 wool, Skinner Sights, and use discount code “BWB” for a 20% discount on onX.

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01:07:07

134| “Big Buck Stories from the Adirondacks to Maine...

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2023/09/27

· Hal and Joe sit down at Huntstock with Jim Massett, Joe DiNitto, and Steve Grabowski of the ADK Trackers to discuss still-hunting and tracking in the Big Woods of the Adirondacks and Maine. Don’t forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20% discount. Please keep important feedback. Please use the link below. The Big Woods Team… https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Contact

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01:13:44

133| “Big Woods Hunting & Landowner Relations with...

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2023/09/06

· Maine Game Warden Corporal Kris MacCabe of North Woods Law sits down with Hal Blood, Joe Kruse, and Lee Libby to talk about big woods hunting, land owner relations, and the future of Maine's unique system of public access on private land. · Connect with Big Woods Bucks. · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear. · Check out Minus33 wool, Skinner Sights, and use discount code “BWB” for a 20%

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01:01:18

132| “Maine Buck Tracking Stories with Jason Nadeau”

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2023/08/23

· Jason shares his story from last year’s buck which gross scored 168” with Maine Antler & Skull Trophy Club and dressed at 217 lbs. · Jason has been a big part of coyote crusade in Jackman, Maine area which has had a real positive effect on deer population. · Good tip shared when in a tangled mess: “Walk the skid roads.” · When the leaves fall, they start roaming! · Pecking order among bucks observed. · A long-bodied buck = HEAVY WEIGHT

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01:14:30

Title: 130| “Big Buck Stories from the New Hampshire...

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2023/07/21

· Big Woods Bucks team members Brad Willey of New Hampshire and Kevin Stone of the Adirondacks sit down with Hal Blood and Joe Kruse at the 2023 Big Woods Bucks picnic to talk big buck hunting in New Hampshire, the Adirondacks, and Maine. Brad tells the story of how he shot his most recent buck still-hunting and grunting, and Kevin Stone describes how he got his 2022 Adirondack buck by hitting his grunt tube while moving down the track. This episode contains lots of tips for still-hunting,

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01:01:57

129 | “Finding the Next One" with Neil Pendleton

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2023/06/29

Big Woods Bucks team member Neil Pendleton and CEO Chris Dalti join Hal Blood and Joe Kruse to talk about Neil's film "The Next One." The Next One tells the story of Neil's 2022 deer season, and how Neil killed an archery buck, a Maine buck tracking, and an Adirondack buck tracking. In this episode, Neil talks about how he set goals for himself and went about achieving them, and gives advice on how other hunters can set goals and accomplish those goals in the woods this fall. Connect with Big

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01:13:07

128| “Old School Maine Deer Tracking Stories with...

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2023/06/12

Title: 128| “Old School Maine Deer Tracking Stories with Matt Vining” Local Jackman, ME legend Matt Vining joins Hal and Joe to tell some stores about tracking deer. Born and raised off-the-grid in the Big Woods of Maine, Matt Vining grew up hunting, trapping, fishing, and living the Big Woods lifestyle. In this episode, Matt shares his knowledge and experiences tracking deer in the big woods, including the old days when the Benoits would camp on his family’s property and he’d hunt with Larry

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01:14:38

127| “Springtime – A Time for Renewal and Time for...

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2023/06/01

Bad Lee for Governor??? Hal’s deer clinic inspires new buck trackers. Scouting has indicated even more deer than last year based on tracks . Bucks wander more in hardwoods. Spring scouting can reveal “New Special Places.” Don’t get in the routine of visiting the same old places, veering off helps you discover new places. Bucks fights are rare to witness in big woods. Brian Donaghy gives us an update on trout in North Country. Just about time for deer fawns and moose calves to be seen.

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01:19:15

126| “Springtime - Woodsman Lifestyle Experiences”

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2023/05/15

Smelting update. Joe finds deer antlers while hunting for moose sheds. Green on top, green on bottom, hardwoods in the middle??? Some older bucks winter up high. Mike said not one piece of old man’s beard on any trees in the area. What does that mean??? Lone Star ticks are nasty. Hal finds a new signpost with his grandson while moose antler shed hunting. Puss Pocket??? Don’t forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20%

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01:19:05

125| “Effective Spring Scouting for Mature Bucks”

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2023/04/27

If you are into shed hunting it is a great time to combine with deer scouting for next fall. Gathering intel from the network. Spring Scouting can lead to strategy for next fall especially for hunting the big woods. Logging can change where feed grows which can affect where you find the deer next fall in the big woods. For Hal, signposts remain his most sought-after sign in the big woods. Voting for LD 814 Coyote legislation probably won’t pass. What kind of forest do deer live in – birch

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124 | “Making the Case for Wool”

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2023/04/13

Our special guest, John Glidden founder of Minus33 and Chairman of the Board, is truly an expert in all aspects of wool from shearing the right sheep to softening to the skin to explaining how it keeps you warm even when wet. The Glidden family has been in the wool business for 116 years and specifically John has approximately 50 years of experience. Why merino wool is extremely soft to the skin compared to older scratchy wool. Why it doesn’t shrink like wool from years ago. The importance of

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01:06:08

123 | “Coyote hunting under attack again legislation...

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2023/03/22

Our guest is Tim Farrar who is an expert coyote hunter from Maine and been hunting ad studying them since early 70’s. Anti-hunting legislation being heard in legislative session – Bill LD814 anti-hunting assault on coyote hunting year-round. After we recorded this podcast, Maine House Bill LD 814’s public hearing date was changed to April 3rd. 2023 at 1pm in the Cross Building Rm 206. http://www.mainelegislature.org/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?ld=814&PID=1456&snum=131 Why ???– coyote population

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01:10:09

122 | “Recap of Rick Labbe’s Last Few Hunts This Past...

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2023/03/06

Rick shares details of some of his last hunts and it is jam packed with tips and some close encounters. When you feel you are close is when the wind game starts. 20 to 25 ft. bounds going down hill off mountain is a big buck. Buck just knew that a road was there, so he paralleled the road for a 1 ½ miles then swung back up the mountain. When do binoculars come in handy? Deep snow stressed deer out and probably caused them to lose antlers early. Sneak and peek into the wind. Yut, Yut I think

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01:12:26

121 | “The Hour-Long Hilarious Ramble – Wow! Back by...

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2023/02/22

As expected, some lighthearted fun with Garnett and his escapades from last fall. Rick Labbe and Garnett Robinson’s bikini contest. Lots of deer being sighted and they are in great shape. Don’t forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20% discount. Please keep important feedback. Please use the link below. The Big Woods Team… https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Contact

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01:25:09

120 | “More Reflection and Lessons Shared from This...

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2023/02/10

Coyote update – deer are pretty much spread out and not concentrated. Team member Stephen Schanz shares his deer season after he finished guiding clients. Stephen shares a good example of how deer habits change as food and cuts change. Deer dig for food near planted red pines but not sure what they feed on. Got to sound like a deer when hunting in crunchy conditions. Bucks with white antlers primarily are rubbing on maple and poplar. Shooting through whips at 70 + yards with a muzzle loader

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01:22:02

119 | “Sometimes assuming can be a catalyst for a...

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2023/01/16

Lee Schanz shares his account of the buck he killed but didn’t find till the week after. Lee wanted to share to help you avoid making the mistake he did. Even with a killing shot deer don’t always bleed. Ravens can be a tell-tale sign. At this year’s Yankee Classic in VT. Jan. 20-22, 2023, we will announce BWB buck pool winner. Deer have been everywhere it is just a good winter for them with the lack of snow. Found only 1 coyote track in a 50 mile snowmachine ride. Mostly crust can’t run dogs

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01:16:29

“At Deer Camp in Massachusetts”

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2023/01/09

Boys discuss their experiences with tracking bucks in Mass. Bucks are starting to show up in bachelor groups. Clumps of hair indicate sparring. A saddle between mountain tops is a good spot for deer to travel. Freezers are full. Tail flicker indicates deer are calm. Jeff Paradis shares his experience with a tracking dog. Dogs are amazing but trailing wounded deer on your own can build your instincts as well. Boys talk about their longest drag. If I kill him how long is the drag going to be; Cross

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02:11:16

117 | “In Depth Class on How to Track a Big Woods...

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2022/12/17

Hal shares another close call with plenty of lessons in the story Sometimes you must break your own rules The ½ hour rule Rick shares story of his bruiser from South Dakota Out west, giant bucks don’t mine laying in the cattle – they use them as radar Ricks story of his Maine buck from this year with plenty of lessons in it. Big Woods Bucks can be like bobcats – if you stay on them for several days you can wear down and they basically want to get a look at you 99% of the time when you jump a buck

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01:10:43

116 | “Report of a Great Couple of Weeks of Big Woods...

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2022/12/01

The Stomach Flu Excuse. Too Many Details!!! It is all about getting on the right one at the right time. Step on high spots around water and when in the woods but DON’T step on high spots when you’re in the high ground. Mark describes his method of 3rd gear, 2nd gear 1st gear, death creep. Joe said: " if I could have teleported myself, I would have killed him 5 times because I was familiar with the area." A story develops from daylight. Hal says: " you cannot control when the 2 points connect." The

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