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Sportsmen's Empire - Whitetail Hunting

N.F.C. - Small Pockets, Big Bucks

Sportsmen's Empire - Whitetail Hunting

Sportsmen's Empire Outdoor Network

Leisure, Technology, Wilderness, Hobbies, Sports

4.8615 Ratings

🗓️ 31 October 2025

⏱️ 50 minutes

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Summary

In this engaging conversation, Dan and Ken delve into the intricacies of hunting, particularly focusing on whitetail deer in Alberta. They discuss the dynamics of hunting in a region where leasing land is illegal, the importance of trail cameras in tracking deer behavior, and the strategies that lead to successful hunts. Ken shares his personal experiences, including the challenges of hunting in a competitive environment and the thrill of harvesting a significant buck. The conversation highlights the balance between respecting wildlife and enjoying the sport of hunting. Takeaways Ken shares his experiences hunting in Alberta, a prime location for various game species. Leasing land for hunting is illegal in Alberta, impacting hunting dynamics. Trail cameras play a crucial role in understanding deer movement and behavior. Whitetails in Alberta tend to be nocturnal, especially during early hunting seasons. Terrain plays a significant role in hunting strategies, with Ken adapting to local conditions. Ken emphasizes the importance of patience and observation in successful hunting. The thrill of the hunt is enhanced by understanding deer patterns and behaviors. Ken's successful harvest of a 166-inch buck showcases his hunting skills and strategy. The conversation reflects on the challenges and ethics of hunting in a competitive environment. Ken's journey illustrates the continuous learning process in the art of hunting. 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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0:00.0

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0:30.6

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0:51.0

All right, everybody.

0:53.0

What seems to be a guy who's maybe not on the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast every single week,

1:00.1

but I'm talking to you on the regular now between all of the different podcasts that I host.

1:05.3

Mr. Ken Hess, Ken, how are we doing, dude?

1:07.6

I'm doing great.

1:08.7

I'm happy to be back down.

1:10.7

Absolutely. So we've talked be back down. Absolutely.

1:11.6

So we've talked about your antelope hunt this year.

1:15.9

We've had a hunting gear podcast that I completely forgot about that we launched.

1:21.0

You've also killed a giant white tail this year, and that's what we're going to talk about today.

1:27.0

You live in Canada.

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