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Rodney is a land specialist with Midwest Farm and Land. He does millions of dollars worth of sales every year in Illinois. He's also a partner of ours on the podcast. This week, he stopped by to talk about the market, his other business, and much more.

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Nelson is a true modern Montana mountain man. He's an avid hunter of mule deer, whitetails, elk, antelope, bears, and more. He also snow sleds, snowboards, trout fishes, serves on an elite helicopter rescue team, is a current detective and former SWAT and narcotics officer, and is a new content creator. Above all, he's a solid dude who we always enjoy talking to.

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Cody Johnson is the founder of The Thin Blue Line Outdoors. This past deer season, we had a big buck contest with him and his team. Fortunately for us, we came out on top. We talked about that and the great season Cody and his team just wrapped up on this episode of the RHO Podcast.

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Kurt Belding is the host of Western Obsessions TV, where he takes viewers along on his outdoor hunting adventures. He's grown up in the outdoors and dedicated himself to being a successful hunter and video producer. We talked with him about his upbringing, filming and editing hunts, how to build mental toughness and stay in shape for the season, and much more!

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Dalton Tunis is the founder of Bone Boss Outdoors, where he handcrafts turkey and deer calls, manages properties, and creates content for hunters. We talked with him this week about all those things, common goals of hunters, conservation, and much more.

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It's survival season for your deer herd. If you are trying to have the healthiest herd possible, right now is when your food plots really matter the most. They are great for making deer easier to hunt, but they also play a key role in keeping your deer alive and healthy.

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Harvest numbers. Hidden bias. Millions of dollars in hunting revenue. In this episode, we uncover why Illinois’ deer population estimates may not add up and explore smarter ways to manage the herd — including lessons from Iowa.

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At the end of each season, we like to go over our data and see when the most mature bucks were harvested based on what we have available. Year after year, the trends seem to be the same. Was this year different? Listen to the full episode and find out what we saw as the best days of the 2025 deer season.

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To consistently harvest mature bucks year over year, you have to take advantage of the offseason. If you want to take advantage of the offseason, you need to prepare for it. Austin and Canyon talk about that this week on Full Draw Friday.

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Cam Hanes recently made some comments about the importance of a forgiving bow over a fast bow for hunting. I tend to agree with everything he said on the matter. I talk about that, what we saw at the ATA, and more on this episode.

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Austin was able to take a huge mainframe 8-point buck back in late October. We talk about how he got it done on that deer, giving bucks some wind, and much more on this episode of Full Draw Friday.

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You've probably heard someone say over the past few years, "hunting is turning into a rich man's game." Or something along those lines. Is it really, though? And, what do they actually mean when they say hunting? Canyon talks about all that on this episode of the RHO Podcast!

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2025 has been a banner year at Ridge Hunter Outdoors. We've been fortunate to harvest and film several nice bucks and turkeys, produce some really fun episodes and new series, and reach goals that we had set for ourselves. Thank you all for making this year what it was. We can't wait to see what 2026 is going to bring!

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Food is the key to hunting mature bucks and any deer during the late season. However, not everyone has access to hunt good food sources. So, how do they fill their tags in the latter part of the season? Canyon answers that question on this Full Draw Friday!

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We're finally back with a solo episode from Canyon, where he discusses the Illinois firearm season, updates you on how the team has been doing, talks about YouTube, content, expos for next year, and more! It's been a great season, and we're not done yet!

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On the final Deer Season Daily of 2025, Canyon talks about how RHO has been doing, what came in the shop during the first Illinois firearm season, and what you can expect to see throughout the remainder of the season.

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'Move to the movement' doesn't always have to be about changing properties or spots. It could be a small move that gets you into bow range when you see something that tells you you're just off the x. Canyon talks about that and more on this Deer Season Daily.

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You should always be looking to improve on your hunting situation. One of the best times to think about that is while you're hunting. Canyon talks about that and much more on this Deer Season Daily.

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This has been the best deer season I have ever had. For a lot of reasons. All of which I get into on this episode of the podcast. From shooting my biggest bucks, to filming Dad shoot his first in years, to achieving goals for the brand. It's been a blast. And it's not over yet! Thanks for following along!

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On this Deer Season Daily, Canyon talks about how you can effectively hunt scrapes in mid-November, CWD testing in Missouri, where we are in the lockdown phase, and more!

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Canyon talks about ways you can still have success, even during hot weather, throughout the whitetail rut. Though movement may be subdued, this time of year, things could happen at any time.

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Bowhunting is not an easy sport, game, hobby, whatever you want to call it. If you let it, it can wear you out mentally. Canyon talks about how you can combat that, and much more, on this Deer Season Daily.

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Hunting bucks that are locked down with does can be tough. Canyon talks about how you can still fill a tag during the lockdown phase, and more, on this edition of Deer Season Daily!

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We've had a lot of higher winds recently, and there will be more in the future, so how do you use them to your advantage during a hunt? On this Deer Season Daily, Canyon talks about that and much more. The rut is in full swing, and it's time to get in the woods, no matter the conditions!

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This is a full episode if we've ever had one. Canyon and Blake both tell the stories of their recent bucks, while Nate gives an update on his season. Then, the guys discuss drones, thermals, and other technology, and how they should be used for deer hunting.

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Midday sits can be some of the most productive for mature bucks during the middle part of the rut. Oftentimes, they are overlooked. Don't make that mistake this year. If you can hunt 10am-1pm, get out there and get after it. It might be the difference in getting your target buck or not.

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On this Full Draw Friday, Canyon talks about how effective trail cameras can be during the middle of the rut. While there are other times that they can help you get on bucks, mid November may be the best time to utilize trail camera data to help you find and hunt the right spots.

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If you watched Midwest Whitetail for years, you know that November 7th is Bill Winke's favorite day of the year for hunting big whitetail bucks. Well, today is November 7th. The weather isn't great, but it's time to be in the woods. Canyon talks about that and much more on this Deer Season Daily!

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The rut is kicking here in Illinois. Canyon talks about that, upcoming videos, and more on this edition of Deer Season Daily!

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Whitetails are notorious for ducking arrows. This action, known as string jumping, can be beat most of the time. Canyon talks about that, a local poacher, and more on this edition of Deer Season Daily.

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During November, a hot doe can make what would otherwise be a lousy day to hunt, one of the best you've ever had. Canyon talks that, new laws in Indiana, and much more on this Deer Season Daily episode.

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Canyon takes on a solo Q&A episode this week, as he dives into what happens when you miss a buck, why more women don't hunt, and what equipment is good for filming hunts and starting a podcast. Let us know what you think in the comments!

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On the first November edition of Deer Season Daily, Canyon talks about Blake's and his last couple hunts, Michigan possibly extending their firearm season, and how you can avoid becoming burnout during the rut. It's a jam packed episode that you don't want to miss.

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There are plenty strategies for hunting the rut. But the ones Canyon talks about on this Full Draw Friday are tried and true ways to put your tag on a mature buck this November. He also talks about why the bucks are doing what they're doing, and how that helps you hunt them.

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Halloween is one of the best days of the year for big bucks. It also kicks off most hunters' favorite time to be in the woods: the rut. Canyon talks that, tips for successfully rattling in bucks, and more on this edition of Deer Season Daily!

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On today's deer season daily, Canyon talks about some new drone laws in regards to deer hunting, and fishing, in Kentucky. He also talks about taking shots you know you can make, the movement prediction for the day, and more!

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Don't put too much faith in your trail cameras to tell the whole story on whether or not there's a target buck in your area! Canyon talks about that and more on this edition of Deer Season Daily.

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Do bucks care when does blow and spook? Canyon talks about that, the bucks they've been hunting, and more on this October 28th edition of Deer Season Daily!

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Canyon talks about his first buck of the year, what you can expect from deer movement today, how good the next 10 days will be, and what you should do after your shot. The pre-rut is in full swing and you don't want to miss this week!

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