The Obsession Podcast

The guys are asked If there are two types of hunters and if so what is the difference? Karl, and Mike are not quite sure how to take this question everyone that hunts see themselves as a hardcore hunter we think. Here is our view on being a bowhunter, and these are the good and bad in our view of just being a hunter and what hunting seems to be turning into. Thanks for the question we appreciate each of you! Let us know your thoughts and what you think hunting is to you, and what it is turning...

The real %'s you shoot that giant buck that shows up on your small property Hunting success rates for giant bucks on small properties are not easily quantified with exact percentages. However, several factors significantly impact the likelihood of success. Key factors affecting success Understanding Deer Behavior and Habitat: Recognizing that deer on smaller properties, especially trophy bucks, often utilize a larger surrounding area for their needs, including neighboring properties, is crucial. Therefore, understanding how your property fits into the local deer herd's movement patterns and habitat requirements is paramount. Habitat Improvements: While smaller properties may not offer everything...

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Setting up your property & plots to control buck movement. Karl and Mike discuss how to setup your food plots and small properties to be successful each year on some of the best bucks in your area. The guys discuss layouts that they have proven to work year after year for them on the best bucks in the areas the guys hunt. They end up hunting the top ten percent of the bucks in the area they have to hunt. The guys show you how they have been successful with these tactics. They hit on some of the things they...

Morning entrances in the dark are you just educating deer? Jason from Iowa asks the guys their views on morning entrance on small properties or any property in general. Are we just educating deer going in on your hunt in the dark. Well Jason Mike and Karl Discuss how they see the entrance in the dark for your hunt. They have many years of doing it so they tell you some of the things they have found of the years of bowhunting. We appreciate each of you remember to put your views in the comments right here on the...

Hunting deer on plots only? One of our listeners was at a seminar and believes he heard a well known whitetail expert say you should only hunt deer on plots. Well this is our thoughts on the statement. The listener from Michigan may have misheard the information given or misinterpreted what was said. Karl and Mike discuss about the views that they have. How they lay their property and customers properties to hunt plots. Which plots to hunt and which plots not to hunt. When to hunt them and also when to leave them alone. Hunting plots smartly can...

Listener says trail cams are cheating! Well imagine that! Carl tells the guys that he believes that he thinks the use of trail cams is cheating for hunting?? Well the guys talk about their views on Carls statement. Mike and our Karl have some pretty strong views on the use and ability to use cameras as a hunting aid. So the guys talk about how they see things, and the proper use of cams, and other we guess hunting aids. What are your thoughts on cameras and camera use when hunting for animals. Be sure to let us and...

The importance of summer buck pics? Skip asked the guys is it important for them to have pics of bucks on the property in the summer time, and what effects have they seen with buck pics over this summer time imagery? Karl and Mike discuss what they have found over the years when it comes to having bucks on your property at this time and if they think it is important to have these pics at this time. They both talk about the chances they have seen with being able to hunt these deer in the fall. Let us...

Ron from New York asks the guys what are the top property enhancements that they think you need for year one success on your new hunting spots. Well Karl and Mike layout how they go about laying out a new property and how they look at it when setting up your new place for year one success. The guys have a few things they think work the best for getting your place up and running for whitetails. We appreciate you checking out the show subscribe and like for more podcasts that come to you weekly. Have a great week...

Waterholes are they really a great addon and why? Well Kevin asks the guy waterhole are they really worth the time and money as a addon on your hunting property. The guy explain their views on the water and hunting on in around it and even if it is worth the time and money to install it on your property. With 30 plus years of hunting under their belts each the guys have strong view on if water will actually help you kill a big buck on your hunting property. Thanks for watching we appreciate each of you have a...

Morning and evening stands explained for success. Mike and Karl discuss morning and evening stands locations how to decide which stand is morning and which are evening hunts. the guys also hit on the importance on having both on for property for success. Karl and Mike also talk about when to hunt each of these setups as they are very different when it comes to time of year, and when you should spend time in each. As always remember to subscribe to the channel we would appreciate that. We appreciate each of you checking out our show have a...

Steve from New York asks the guys. What are the setups they use for success spot n stalk while hunting out west? Also what is the success rates while hunting on these DIY spot n stalk hunts that they go on? Well Steve Mike and Karl do a run down of the setups they use when hunting on these hunts. the Guy are very specific about the equipment they use and tell you what it is why it works and the reason they use these products on the hunts. The guys went straight to the states they hunt DNR...

Hunting does for better buck hunting this season on your property. Doe hunting on small properties locations to hunt, and which does to hunt. Jesse asks the guys What are their thoughts on hunting does. Which does to take where to hunt them if not on your foodplots, When to take does and how they decide which ones they are going to shoot. Mike and Karl Talk about the rules they go by each season to make their buck hunting better during the season year after year. It matters which doe you shoot and which doe you do not...

Controlling antler genetics in your deer herd on small properties??? The guy are asked can you do anything to control the genetics on your small parcels? Should you attempt a antler based program on small parcels? Mike and Karl answer this question with simple facts that they have learned over the years when it comes to producing good bucks on their properties and others. The guys talk about what has worked and what hasn't, and the proven science that shows results in many areas of the whitetails range here in the United States. As always thanks for watching, and...

Mature buck bedding habits to help you this season. Calvin Asks the guys about mature buck bedding habits that might help him hunt big bucks on Public land this next season. Well Calvin the guys have seen some habits that you can sure count on. These are a few of the things we have seen over 30yrs of bowhunting good bucks each year. These will give you a hand up for hunting a buck this next season. Thanks for the question we appreciate you and everyone checking out the show. Have a great week!

Misconception of deer sign, and how it corresponds with deer size. Mike from Wisconsin asks the guys about deer sign, and can it really give you information on a individual buck? Also Mike asks the guys if they can use this sign to tell the size of a buck or if it is a certain individual to hunt. Mike and Karl discuss the main sign they see and how the unravel this sign for hunting the biggest bucks on their properties each year. The guys give some points out that will help you hunt the bigger bucks on your...

Wisconsin tag price increase for 2025 views and thoughts. Mike and Karl discuss the future hunting license increase in the state of Wisconsin, and the thoughts on what is good, and what is bad about the increase. What do you guys think about the price of tags in your state, and what about the the cost of hunting in general is it out pricing anyone yet? Let us know we want to hear your views. As always thanks for watching. We appreciate each of you.

Mature bucks verses younger buck travel route patterns do they differ? Mark from Illinois asked the guy is there a difference between the way younger bucks and mature bucks travel? Mike and Karl along with good friend Bob Topp have differing opinions about this. They also discuss ambush points on the buck movement. Also how they decide and place these stands for success each season. As always thank you for watching, and have a great weekend.

Thoughts on TV hunts does it promote the truth? One of our listeners asked what we think of TV the hunting you see, and what does it really promote or does it even promote hunting as it really is in the world today. Well Mike and Karl talk about the TV world from when they did it, and how it has changed in the years since. the guys hit on key things to watch, and what they believe is the truth and your real chances of having the experiences you see on TV. Is it the truth you guys...

Hunting Ridges with short depth of cover. Thoughts on bedding locations and how deer act in these scenarios. Scott from Wisconsin one of our long time listeners asked the guys about hunting ridges with a short depth of cover meaning the ridge has food on top and bottom with only control of the food and land on top of the ridge. Mike and Karl have done some layouts with this scenario here in Wisconsin including their own properties. The guys talk about what they have seen, and learned with this layout. Its not a easy thing to do as...

Mike and Karl sit down with Good friend Bob Topp and have a discussion on the baiting ban being added for a few of the counties in northern Wisconsin. The guys were asked by Keith what they thought on the baiting ban in some northern counties and if they thought it will effect the hunting in these areas. Also what they have seen in southern Wisconsin as they have been hunting in a CWD zone for many years now here in southern Wisconsin. Bob lives in the core of Wisconsin CWD hunting areas and has his points on what...

Jim asks what age group of bucks do leave the most sign in the woods is it the older bucks 3.5yrs and up or younger deer do you guys know or have a idea. Well big Jim there has recently been a few studies on this. One study that has a great base line is what the guys agree with. Mike and Karl have over the years been documenting with trail cam footage this very question. So with video footage the guys discuss what the study says, and what they have found on their properties over the last five...

This week Karl and Mike were asked about how to find bedding, and suggestions on creating bedding for success on this years hunting season. Well the guys show off a new project they have just completed to see if they can get deer to bed more on the BMR Mikes property. To also see if maybe they can pick up a few more sheds this year than in the past, and maybe just maybe pick up a couple more bucks on the property for this next season. Check out these cool ideas that seem to be working so far...

Kevin asked the guys what they think is the best seed to plant for green winter food in the fall for deer. Man that is a tough one depending on what you have around you. But the guys have some ideas that have worked for them over the years to help keep your deer herd healthy over the winter, and maybe give you a shot at getting some of the those sheds we all love to pickup. Those elusive sheds that let you know Mr. big has made it through, and now it is time to get ready for...

Dan asks the guys if you can manage for older age group's of bucks on small properties 40 acers or less? The guys talk about how they manage to have the older age class of deer every year on there small properties. Karl And Mike hit on what they think is the biggest parts of management to have these deer on the property each year for you to hunt, and they touch on how to hunt them over the season. There are a few specific things the guys do and do not do to be successful each year. Thanks for...

Bob asks the guys if they think bucks return to core areas after the season. Well Bo the guys explain their views on why some bucks return to last years summer core area and why some do not return. The guys talk about how right now is the time to be gaining bucks on your properties, and how they layout their land todo this very thing. Remember this is the time your properties should be accumulating bucks because this is when they are open to change! As always thanks for watching and give us your view if you have...

The guys have been asked many time's by you what they use for scent control products each year for success. Well the guys sit down and discuss what they use , and why they use it. They also talk about what they will not use and why. Over the last 25 plus years of hunting together, and years before they met the guys have tested just about everything they can think of for scent control. Mike and Karl Layout some of the results of their use of these products and what they can prove worked for them and what did not...

Kevin asked the guys what they think is the hardest age group class of whitetail buck to hunt. Mike and Karl discuss their thoughts on this and why they think that. The discussion is a view of many different factors and why they believe these deer are a bit harder than most think. But it also speaks to why there are more of this age group taken every year compared to most. What do you think is the age that most whitetails are harvested at and why? We want to hear from you just leave your comments on the...

WIll asked the guys how they hold more deer and mature buck on their properties over the hunting season, and is it good for the herd over this time? the guys talk about the tactics they use to bring deer on the properties, and keep them over the season then release them to the summer ranges in early spring or late winter. They also discuss the hunting on a property like this and the work involved in producing this type of property year after year, As always thanks for watching we appreciate each of you.

Core and Fringe Bedding Differences. Cory asked the guy the differences in Core Bedding and fringe bedding. Well Karl and Mike have been using bedding tactics for success each year for years. the guys layout the differences which is easier to hunt which one they have the most success hunting and why. Great question Cory, and remember if you have some questions that you would like to ask. Leave a comment right here on the channel and we will address any of them in up coming shows. As always we appreciate each of you watching and checking out The...

A listener asked Mike to discuss Funnels, and pinch points. Then discuss the difference, and how to locate the best or them in general. Karl and Mike discuss what they look for when trying to find these great hunting locations, and short cuts that they have learned over the years to see the best ones on maps, and short scouting trips on location. The guys hit on what they think is more productive for hunting in general for great results, and why they know this to be the truth. Then the guys show you some results that they have...

The Rant and our view of deer shaming and social media. Well here it is our rant on all of the BS and crap on deer shaming, and peoples views on social media, and hunting. We are our our own worst nightmare when it comes to hunting and the view of hunting in the general publics eyes. The Guys talk about some of the experiences this year specifically. It seems to be getting worse each year and the guys talk about what they have seen on their stuff this season. What are your thoughts on what is happening in...

Thoughts on hunting practices and ethics. John asked the guys what are the importance of good hunting practices and ethics not just the kill. The guys explain their view on what the end result of the hunt really is. Have people lost the aspect of the hunt, and the experience of what it is really like to be a hunter. What are your thoughts leave them in the comments on the YouTube channel we want to hear what you guys think! We appreciate each of you and be safe it is gun season here in Wisconsin, good luck to...

re mature buck really that smart or is it the habits they have that let them get bigger? Tom asked the guys their thoughts on this, and the guys have very strong feelings about this and explain why they feel this way. Karl and Mike have been chasing whitetails for almost 30yrs each now, and have taken many good and older class bucks. They explain why they think deer of older age classes get to that age. Do deer have habits that let them live longer than other the guys touch on that ideal also. What do you all...

Well its lockdown now what? These are the tactics we have used for being successful when we have reached this time period. It can be a trying time for a bowhunter for sure but stick to the plan and you will get your shot. These are the tactics the guys have used during this time period to take bucks during the Lockdown Phase. Good luck and stick with it guys it will happen, and thanks for watching, and good luck.

his week we talk early breeding heavy chase phase and how to hunt the beginning of the rut. Mike and Karl discuss the chances of call bucks off does, and where, and when to hunt certain locations near bedding for morning hunts, and afternoon location to hunt and pick up on buck movements for success. thanks for watching we appreciate each of you.

Heavy prerut tactics for success Oct 26 to Nov 2. The title says it all. The guys talk about their favorite time of year the prerut what is going on and the tactics that they use to be successful the guys talk decoys calling with decoys, scrapes, and location on were to set up for success over this time span. Here in the north weather still rules but there are far more opportunities for success over the next couple of weeks. This podcast will cover from October 26 to November 2. Thanks for watching remember to subscribe we appreciate each of you. Good...

Prerut tactics for oct 19th to oct 25th The guys talk about strategies, and tactics to help you be successful in the woods over the next week as the prerut starts to kick in for the northern states. Mike and Karl hit on what they use to be successful over this time span the most aggressive part of the rut they feel. Thanks for watching and place a comment let us know what you think is your best strategy at this time of year. Good luck to all of you over this next week.

The guys talk the October lull and what is going on in the woods currently what they do during this time to be successful. The guys hit on what the deer are transitioning to for food, and locations that they have shot good bucks in the past during this time span. Thanks for watching leave your comments on what you are seeing currently. We appreciate each of you good luck this weekend, and this next week. Hope you get out on this big coldfront it will be a pretty big deal! Again good luck!

Early October hunting strategies for success! These are the early season strategies we use for success, and the strategy Mike used right after we filmed this podcast to take the number two buck on his property. We talk about that tactic, and exactly the plan that he had his success on then you guys can watch the hunt next Wednesday on the show also! We hit on what we think are the do's and also what not to do this time of year for success. remember Like and share, and leave your comments below we appreciate each of you...