On this episode of Michigan Wild, Nate and Josh Arbogast discuss various aspects of hunting in Michigan, including personal experiences, hunting strategies, and the importance of deer management. They delve into the significance of the Natural Resource Commission (NRC) meetings and the need for hunters to engage in wildlife conservation efforts. The conversation highlights the evolving culture of hunting, the respect for natural resources, and the challenges faced by hunters in advocating for better management practices. In this conversation, Nate and Josh discuss the significance of every hunter's voice in the community, the challenges faced in deer management, and the importance of understanding buck to doe ratios. They emphasize the impact of habitat on deer populations and the need for responsible doe harvest to maintain a healthy ecosystem.  The discussion also highlights the necessity of changing the narrative around doe hunting and mentoring the next generation of hunters to ensure sustainable practices. In this conversation, Nate and Josh discuss various aspects of hunting regulations, community engagement, and deer population management in Michigan. They compare hunting regulations across states, emphasize the importance of education and advocacy, and address the challenges of managing deer populations. The conversation highlights the need for hunters to be proactive in voicing their opinions and supporting initiatives that promote sustainable hunting practices. They also touch on the specific challenges faced in the Upper Peninsula regarding doe hunting with bows and the importance of community support for wildlife management efforts. Check out The Michigan Whitetail Project on Instagram to see all the info Josh is sharing. Thank you for listening to the episode! If you would like to support Michigan Wild farther leave a review/ranking anywhere you listen to the podcast!  Interested in being a guest on Michigan Wild? Send an email to Michiganwildpod@gmail.comor send a message on Instagram @michiganwildpod. In need of a tracking dog? Reach out to Find It Fred, Tony and his dog are top notch and Tony is passionate about helping fellow hunters. Looking to add a food plot or change up your food plot strategy check out vitalizeseed.com and the Habitat Podcast. Check out Wildlife Legends Taxidermy for any of your taxidermy needs. Want to dive into the mock scrape game, or find a proven product? Check out DH3 a full synthetic scrape system.  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