Your Mule Deer Questions: Podcast

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What is the preferred tactic(s) for hunting deer in the thick timber of NW Montana and N Idaho? Doesn't seem to be much info out there on hunting this habitat besides to just still hunt. What landscape features would a person want to seek out while scouting this type of terrain?
 
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Which bucks got away that still haunt him (not counting Jalapeño) and why?
How big is the biggest buck he’s ever seen alive and in person?
 

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Where should you be at first light with a bow in the first week of September?

Where should you be at first light with a rifle in October?

Where should you be at first light with a rifle in mid November?
 

Myandelta

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With all the wildfires being reported, NM being of particular concern for me, how soon after a burn would you expect the unit to be good to hunt? I.e. how long before deer are likely to move back into a recent burn area?
 

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Difference in season dates as far as where to focus efforts (elevation, aspect, etc)?

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iseebucks

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Robby and Jordan, can you please share your thoughts on unguided wilderness drops camps? Are these types of hunting situations conducive to killing big mule deer (180''+) or are they more appropriate for the hunter who just wants to fill a tag on a legal buck? Is it true that the drop camps are put in poor locations so that the guided hunters can have the best areas?
 
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What would you attempt to hunt an October buck that always has the wind in his face whenever he moves, and is never in open enough country for a distant shot? I.E. under 100 yards of visibility
 

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Why are elk so much better than Muledeer? Better eating, better looking and, a bigger rack....
 
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This is awesome you guys! An entire podcast right here just reading these questions.

@Jordan Budd , I think we should just do that! These guys have the best questions on social media (some of the ones we get on IG/FB make me wanna shake my head) and almost everyone so far is a good question we can answer.

your call.
You bet, we’re only doing these Q’s!
 

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Spike camp location selection & How close is too close.

All to often we hear, “the guy blew out the whole basin”. How do I, not be that guy!


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What is the best use of time and money, hunt every year in 0 point units or hunt every two or three years in a bit higher point units?

Costs are high and maximizing time in the mountains is at a premium.
 

archp625

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In case you guys haven't started the podcast I have a comment and a question.

Comment: You guys are awesome and Congratulations to Jordan!!!!

Question: What are some tactics to hunt high desert mule deer in the rut. This would be for rifle season. I have hunted them in this terrain and have been successful but I am curious if you have any additional info.

Thanks.
 

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I consider Robby an expert mule deer hunter because of his body of work. Today I see lots of so-called expert mule deer hunters that shoot very average deer. Who does Robby look up to in the mule deer world?
 

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@robby denning , any advice for success in a crowded unit with overlapping seasons? Let’s say mature bucks only. I know it’s not ideal scenario but that’s the reality for many.
 

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I consider Robby an expert mule deer hunter because of his body of work. Today I see lots of so-called expert mule deer hunters that shoot very average deer. Who does Robby look up to in the mule deer world?
Lampers. Latturner & Ulmer
 
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