How To Hunt Deer - Impact Of Acorns & Youth Season Success

Sportsmen's Empire - Whitetail Hunting

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4.8 • 615 Ratings

🗓️ 25 September 2025

⏱️ 64 minutes

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In this episode of the How to Hunt Deer Podcast, Dan shares his experiences from a recent youth hunting weekend with his children. He discusses the current state of deer movement, the effectiveness of mock scrapes, and the impact of the acorn crop on hunting strategies. Dan also recounts the story of his son's first deer hunt, reflecting on the importance of family bonding through hunting and the lessons learned along the way. Takeaways Dan discusses the importance of youth hunting experiences. He shares insights on deer movement patterns observed recently. Mock scrapes have proven effective in attracting deer. The acorn crop this year is abundant, affecting deer behavior. Expect little movement until the pre-rut period. Food sources play a crucial role in deer movement. Dan recounts the excitement of his son's first deer hunt. Field dressing a deer can be a learning experience for kids. Encouraging kids to engage with nature is vital. Building a lasting relationship through hunting is important. Our Sponsors: * Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code SE for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.com * Check out Troll Co Clothing and use my code EMPIRE25 for a great deal: https://www.trollco.com/hunting Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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