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Every Monday, the Ridge Hunter Outdoors team and guests share stories, tips, tactics, and strategies that have made them both successful and unsuccessful in the whitetail woods. Join us and you might learn something to help you become a better hunter. At the very least, you should be entertained.Be sure to tune in for Full Draw Fridays as well, where you'll learn even more about habitat management and hunting strategy from Canyon and Austin Stone.
Is Late Season the BEST Time to Hunt Mature Bucks? | Deer Season Daily 11/26/2025
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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<...Aggressive Strategy for the Rut | DSD 11/19/2025
'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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Never Stop Learning While You Hunt | Deer Season Daily 11/18/2025
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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My Best Season Ever... And We Aren't Done Yet | RHO Podcast #176
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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Can Scrape Hunting Be Effective in Mid-November? | Deer Season Daily 11/17/2025
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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Hot Weather Strategy for Rut Bucks | Deer Season Daily 11/14/2025
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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Winning the Mental Game of Bowhunting | Deer Season Daily 11/13/2025
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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How to Hunt Lockdown Bucks | Deer Season Daily 11/12/2025
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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How to Hunt High Winds | Deer Season Daily 11/11/2025
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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More Bucks Down | How Far is Too Far When it Comes to Technology in Hunting? | RHO Podcast #175
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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Don't Overlook Midday During the Rut! | Deer Season Daily 11/10/2025
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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<...Utilizing Trail Camera Data During the Mid-Rut | Full Draw Friday #92
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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Best Day of the Season? | Deer Season Daily 11/07/2025
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 On! | Deer Season Daily 11/06/2025
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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How to Beat String Jumping Deer | Deer Season Daily 11/5/2025
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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Hot Does Trump Hot Weather for November Buck Movement | Deer Season Daily 11/04/2025
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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Why Aren't There More Women Who Hunt? | Q&A Episode | RHO Podcast #174
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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How Do You Avoid Rut Burnout? | Deer Season Daily 11/03/2025
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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How to Hunt Bucks During the First Phase of the RUT! | Full Draw Friday #91
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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Hunting Halloween and Rattling Tips | Deer Season Daily 10/31/2025
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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Drones and Deer? | Deer Season Daily 10/30/2025
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 Let Cameras Ruin Your Hunt | Deer Season Daily 10/29/2025
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 About Does Blowing? | Deer Season Daily 10/28/2025
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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Time To Get In The Woods! | Deer Season Daily 10/27/2025
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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Pre-Rut Playbook | What Bucks Are Doing and How To Hunt Them | Full Draw Friday #90
Canyon and Austin break down the pre-rut on this episode of Full Draw Friday. They talk about what bucks are doing, where you can find them, and how you should hunt them. It's your dummy proof, pre-rut playbook!
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Grunt Tube Tips | When and How to Call to Bucks | Deer Season Daily 10/24/2025
When and how should you use your grunt tube to call to mature bucks? Canyon talks about that and much more on this episode of Deer Season Daily.
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Bucks Are Starting to Fall | Deer Season Daily 10/23/2025
As we get cooler weather and ever closer to November, we're starting to see some nice bucks hit the ground. We'll only see more and more by the day now. If you haven't yet, it's time to start hunting!
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Understanding Thermals and How Big Bucks Use Them | Deer Season Daily 10/22/2025
Understanding how thermals work, and how big, mature bucks use them, can take your whitetail hunting game to the next level. Canyon gives you a 101 level course on them here. He also talks about some sad news from Louisiana, deer movement, and more.
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<...When Will The Rut Happen This Year? | Deer Season Daily 10/21/2025
Canyon talks about when the rut will happen this year, some news from the Supreme Court, and more on this Deer Season Daily episode.
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Another Buck Down, Worst Day of the Week | Deer Season Daily 10/20/2025
Scott got on the board yesterday with a solid buck. It marked the first day of our best cold front of the season. Today may be the worst day of the front, but the rest of the week looks promising for movement. Bucks are starting to do pre-rut type activities and it won't be long before they're in the daylight.
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Hunting Mature Bucks in the Early Pre-Rut | Full Draw Friday #89
Canyon and Austin are finally back with another Full Draw Friday. This week, they talk about how the pre-rut can be broken down into phases, and how you should hunt the first one for mature bucks. The best days are still out in front of us a little bit, but you can absolutely tag your target buck with the right strategy during the third week of October!
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Scrape Hunting Crash Course | Deer Season Daily 10/17/25
There have been many big bucks taken over scrapes during the pre-rut throughout the years. Here's a quick tip on how to do it yourself. Also, EHD is causing states to refund permits. All that and more on this Deer Season Daily!
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Don't Trust AI for Rules and Regs! | Deer Season Daily 10/16/25
There are people getting tickets in Idaho for trusting AI when it comes to seasons and rules and regulations. Maybe check with your DNR or Fish and Game website before you hit the woods to go hunt. Also, go shoot your bow if you haven't in a while. You'll be glad you did when that buck steps out at 27 yards! All that and more on this Deer Season Daily.
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The October Lull Begins | Deer Season Daily 10/15/25
The October Lull is in full swing with this heat. Most buck movement will be at night for the next week or so, most likely. It's a great time to shoot does or get other things done before the best time of the year starts in about a week and a half.
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We're Losing Hunters, October Lull Starts, Scent Control? | Deer Season Daily 10/14/25
Michigan is reportedly down 30% of its deer hunters since its peak in the 90s. The October lull is about to be in full swing. And scent control may not be as effective as you think. All that and more on this episode of Deer Season Daily.
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Jared Mills Talks His New Farm, Staying Mobile, Filming Hunts, and MORE | RHO Podcast #173
Jared Mills is no stranger to big bucks, farm management, or top-notch, quality content. We talked about all that and more with him on this episode of the podcast. We spent a lot time on mobile hunting and how that can drastically increase your odds of being successful as well.
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Dusty Takes the First Buck of the Season, Permit Refunds in Colorado? | Deer Season Daily 10/13/25
Dusty is the first to strike this year with a HUGE bodied Illinois buck. He took down a super-mature deer he called Curly on Friday. Also, they are issuing permit refunds in Coloarado? All that and more on this episode of Deer Season Daily!
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DNR Limiting Permits in Indiana | Deer Season Daily 10/10/25
EHD is devastating southern Indiana. So much so that they are limiting permits in certain counties where hundreds of deer have been affected by the disease. Canyon also made his first hunt of the year and he talks about how to get out as clean as possible with a field full of deer.
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Professional Hunters Taking Out Island Deer? | Deer Season Daily 10/09/25
They are hiring professional hunters to eradicate mule deer on Catalina Island. Also, there's a cold front pushing through Southern Illinois and we're excited about it.
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First Cold Front This Season | Deer Season Daily 10/08/25
October cold fronts can be deadly and we've got our first of the year! The next two days look even better, but today is the first of the season where it really feels like fall.
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