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Chasing Giants with Don Higgins

Chronicling the constant pursuit of World Class Whitetails. Follow an experienced land manager, consultant, writer, and hunting industry expert throughout the year as he finds, targets, and hunts world class whitetail bucks. Hunting tips and tricks that can be used no matter your skill set, property, or goals this hunting season.

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01:03:19

EPISODE 300! Don Changes His Mind on the Rut + Drone...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/11/23

Welcome to EPISODE 300 of the Chasing Giants Podcast — brought to you by ASIO Gear! Hard to believe we’ve made it this far. When we started, we didn’t know if we’d even make it to 10 episodes… yet here we are thanks to all of YOU.This week is PACKED with big-picture learning and controversial topics: ⭐ What We Cover in Episode 300 • Don admits he was WRONG about the rut After decades of preaching November 7th–8th as the magic days, Don explains why his in-the-woods observations and trail-camera

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01:15:59

Doubting Thomas: Don Higgins’ New 203” Giant —...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/11/16

Chasing Giants TV SponsorsReal World Wildlife Products – www.realworldwildlifeproducts.comAsio Gear – www.asiogear.comChasing Giants Podcast SponsorsAsio Gear – www.asiogear.comMidwest Land Group – www.midwestlandgroup.comNovix Outdoors – www.novixoutdoors.comMike’s Mighty Micros – www.mikesmightymicros.comVictory Auto Group – www.victorykc.com360 Hunting Blinds – www.360huntingblinds.comReal World Wildlife Products – www.realworldwildlifeproducts.comMathews Archery – www.mathewsinc.comGingerich

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01:12:16

The Weirdest Rut Ever: Warm Temps, Barometers, and...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/11/09

Welcome back to Chasing Giants with Don Higgins and Terry Peer — presented by Asio Gear, nature’s most lethal camouflage.In Episode 298, Don and Terry recap a strange November rut shaped by warm temps, dropping barometers, and unpredictable deer movement. Don shares powerful stories from the woods — including an unforgettable phone call from a land management client who asked Don to baptize him at his farm. This episode blends faith, whitetail wisdom, and the heart of the hunting lifestyle like

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01:15:20

Barometer Secrets & Rut Forecast for Early November!...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/11/02

November has finally arrived — and the deer woods are alive! In Episode 297, Don Higgins and Terry Peer break down the early-November conditions, the recent cold front, and how rising barometric pressure is lighting up deer movement across the Midwest.Don shares his observations from the first morning of November, where movement exploded after a long lull, and dives deep into the importance of barometric pressure, wind, and dough-to-buck ratios. The duo also discusses how subtle herd management

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01:15:20

“200-Inch Nebraska Giant: Joe Chambers’ Incredible...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/10/26

Chasing Giants Podcast Episode 296Hosted by Don Higgins & Terry Peer 🎙️ Special Guest: Joe Chambers This week, Don and Terry welcome Joe Chambers from Nebraska — a world-class craftsman in the custom 1911 pistol world and a passionate whitetail hunter who just harvested a 201-inch monster buck named “Pancho.” - Joe shares the full story of this once-in-a-lifetime deer: - How Don’s consulting plan changed his property strategy - Why patience and habitat management paid off - The full breakdown of

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01:07:01

The Magic of Late October | Cold Fronts, Big Bucks &...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/10/19

Episode 295 | October 19, 2025 — Chasing Giants PodcastTerry Peer and Don Higgins sit down for a packed episode covering youth hunts, late October cold fronts, cattle genetics, land investing, scent control myths, and the power of doing the right thing — even when no one’s watching. Episode Highlights: 🦌 Don recaps Illinois youth season with his grandson Walker — from coyote encounters to future buck plans. 🐄 How raising cattle taught Don valuable lessons about deer genetics and herd

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01:21:06

#294 From Old School to High Tech: Don Higgins...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/10/12

Chasing Giants Podcast Episode #294 — October 12, 2025Hunting season is officially here, and Don Higgins and Terry Peer sit down to talk about early October hunts, cold fronts, and how the season is starting to shape up across Illinois and Kentucky. Don recaps close encounters with “Turning Point” and the start of youth season with his grandson, while Terry shares insights from Kentucky’s EHD challenges and food plot management. This episode takes a deep turn when Don reflects on how his

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01:06:58

Don Higgins’ EMU Encounter + Opening Week Hunting...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/10/05

Welcome back to the Chasing Giants Podcast, brought to you by Asio Gear, with Don Higgins and Terry Peer.This week’s episode covers everything from an October heatwave and early-season deer strategy, to one of the wildest stories you’ll hear all fall — an emu showing up in Don’s front yard! 🦤 Don shares how the record-breaking warm weather has him delaying his season opener and how he strategically times his stand setups around farm activity and wind conditions. Terry and Don also unpack Walker

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01:10:59

#292 - Public Land Busts, Big Timber Dreams, & Target...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/09/28

Don Higgins and Terry Peer are back with Episode 292 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, presented by ASIO Gear. This week’s show covers: - Don’s trip to Minnesota chasing a public land lead that turned into a bust. - Terry’s scouting trips to a massive 500-acre white oak timber property in Kentucky and a southern Illinois lease opportunity. - Updates on Don’s “Turning Point Buck” strategy and the challenges of hunting mature deer early season. - Managing doe numbers, cull bucks, and herd balance

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01:16:50

Chasing Giants Ep. 291 | Don’s Public Land Quest &...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/09/21

Asio Contest Link: https://asiogear.com/pages/ultimate-whitetail-kit-giveawayWelcome back to Chasing Giants Podcast with Don Higgins & Terry Peer – brought to you by Asio Gear. In Episode 291, Don and Terry share their latest adventures chasing whitetails: - Don’s secret out-of-state public land mission with his new Mathews bow. - Terry scouting Kentucky & Illinois for new hunting opportunities. - The heartfelt story of the “Turning Point Buck”, renamed to honor Charlie Kirk and his legacy. - A

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01:39:56

Faith, Hunting & Courage After Tragedy | Chasing...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/09/14

n Episode 290 of Chasing Giants, Don Higgins and Terry Peer bring you a powerful mix of hunting insights, faith-based discussion, and an emotional response to recent national events. Recorded live at the Solid Rock Chapel Men’s Retreat around a campfire, this episode dives deep into:The inspiring story behind Lester’s Feet Foundation and its $2M+ impact helping families. The assassination of Charlie Kirk and its spiritual and cultural implications. How hunters, land managers, and Christian men

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01:21:41

Deer Velvet Shedding & Fall Buck Shifts: Don Higgins...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/09/07

Welcome back to Chasing Giants Podcast Episode 289 with Don Higgins & Terry Peer! In this episode, Don and Terry dive into: Velvet Shedding & the Fall Buck Shift: What’s happening with bucks right now and how their ranges change as testosterone rises. Yearling Buck Movement: Why young bucks are wandering and what that means for your property. Late Food Plot Planting Tips: Strategies for using Mike’s Mighty Micros to boost late plantings. The Hunter Podcast Recap: Don openly responds to

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01:07:25

#288 2025 Buck Forecast: EHD Devastation, Trail Cam...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/08/31

Hunting season is here, and Don Higgins and Terry Peer break down the 2025 Buck Forecast like never before. In this powerful episode, we cover:📸 Trail Camera Intel: What Don’s 55+ cameras revealed about bachelor groups and shifting buck patterns 🌱 Habitat Lessons: How aggressive doe management and habitat changes impact deer movement 🦌 EHD Crisis: The heartbreaking early EHD outbreak in SE Ohio and what it means for deer hunters 🎯 Elite Hunters vs. Reality: Are all those giant racks legit

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01:01:33

#287 “Predators, Food Plots & Cracker Barrel Woke?

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/08/24

In this week’s Chasing Giants Podcast (Ep. 287), Don Higgins and Terry Peer cover everything from fawn recruitment and predator impacts on whitetails to the perfect timing for fall food plots. They also dive into industry news, including the long-awaited Winslow Brothers’ film, and give a no-filter take on the Cracker Barrel controversy.Key topics this episode: 🌱 Food plot timing, soybeans, and overseeding strategies 🦌 Predator pressure & declining fawn recruitment 🎬 The Winslow Brothers’ new

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01:13:06

EP #286 - Preparing for Hunting Season: Plots,...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/08/17

📖 Summary In Episode 286 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer cover critical late-summer whitetail strategies as hunting season draws near. 🌱 Food Plots & Timing – Don and Terry discuss when to plant brassicas vs. cereal grains, overseeding into beans, and why rain timing can make or break your fall plots. 🌽 Nutri-Crave Corn Results – They share yield estimates topping 250–300 bushels per acre and explain why late rains can still turn a crop around. 🦌 Trail Cameras &

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00:59:37

EHD Outbreaks Already? Habitat Projects, Hunting...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/08/10

In Episode 285 of Chasing Giants, Don Higgins and Terry Peer cover a wide range of topics that every serious deer hunter needs to hear:Early EHD reports from Ohio and Indiana — why this year’s outbreak is unusual and what you can (and can’t) do to help your herd. Late-summer habitat projects using new forestry mulching technology — see how Don and Terry are improving deer movement without disturbing sanctuaries. The truth about Don’s past high-fence operation — what really happened, how that

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01:32:18

Ep. 284" - Illinois Deer Hunting Reality Check + Big...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/08/03

In Episode 284 of Chasing Giants, Don Higgins and Terry Peer dive deep into the current state of deer hunting in Illinois—and why it’s more frustrating than ever. Don shares raw insight from recent trail camera checks across six properties, and the results are not encouraging. Topics covered: Disappointing buck numbers across key Illinois locations Why DNR and political decisions are crippling herd health A surprising take on nuisance tags and sharpshooting How cover crops could revolutionize

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01:32:18

Episode #283 “Best Corn Ever? Don & Terry Reveal 2025...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/07/27

In this week’s episode, Don and Terry recap what might be the best food plot season they’ve ever experienced. With towering test corn, lush soybeans, and strong weed control results, the 2025 growing season is shaping up to be a game-changer. 🌽 They cover: Massive Nutri-Crave corn and test plot performance Pre-emergent herbicide success using Resicore Tips for planting fall plots at the right time (and what happens if you plant too early) 🎯 Don announces a free land manager training event for

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01:19:23

Thermal Drones, Trail Cameras & Big Buck Strategies |...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/07/20

Podcast Episode Summary:In Episode 282, Terry returns from vacation with renewed perspective, while Don shares major insights from a recent thermal drone survey on his property. The guys break down how advanced technology is reshaping whitetail land management—from drone herd counts to trail camera testing. You’ll also hear: Don's thoughts after shooting more deer last season than ever before A head-to-head comparison of WiseEye vs. Reconyx trail cameras Why Grubb Equipment and Tagged Out

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01:17:11

Episode #281 - How Don Tracks Giant Bucks Years in...

Chasing Giants with Don Higgins ·

2025/07/13

Don Higgins and Terry Peer are back with a packed episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, diving deep into trail camera strategy, food plot updates, listener questions, and some wild woods stories you won’t believe.🦌 Topics This Week: Don’s July 4th trail camera deployment strategy Tracking a buck across 4.5 miles and multiple years Don’s tiers of camera locations: Bachelor Groups, Strategic Monitoring, and Exploratory Placement Food plot updates — what’s working in the drought and how

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