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The Southern Outdoorsmen Hunting Podcast
Hosted by Andrew Maxwell & Jacob Myers · EN
The Southern Outdoorsmen is a weekly deer hunting podcast for serious DIY whitetail hunters, hosted by Andrew Maxwell and Jacob Myers. Since 2017 - across 800+ episodes - we've sat down with the best hometown deer hunters in the country: the guys quietly killing mature bucks year after year on the same public land, leases, hunting clubs, and family farms as everyone else, and broken down exactly how they do it.
Every Monday we drop a new episode on the woodsmanship that actually fills tags - scouting and reading terrain, deer behavior and the rut, trail camera strategy, bowhunting, public land tactics, and habitat management - with a heavy focus on the Southeast and hard-hunted ground across the country. No fluff, no big-name filler. Just proven whitetail tactics you can put to work this fall.
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814 - This Old-Timer Kills Bucks on His Feet, Not From a Stand | Chuck Bailey
2w ago01:36:14Tap to summarizeChuck Bailey (Old Timer Outdoors) has killed dang near every deer on his wall while standing on his own two feet — not from a box stand, not over a corn pile. In this episode, the Louisiana woodsman breaks down the on-the-ground hunting skills most of us have forgotten, why the easy way is quietly making us worse hunters, and a few old-timer scent tricks you've probably never heard of.In this episode:- Why Chuck refuses to hunt from a box stand — and how "devolving" back to hunting on foot teaches you more about deer than any feeder ever will- The forgotten woodsmanship of reading the woods: squirrels, blue jays, dropping acorns, and the little signs that tell you where deer actually are- Slip hunting a square mile until you know it cold — Chuck's approach to learning ground and killing bucks on the move- The contrarian scent trick: using human hair from the barbershop (and mothballs) to steer deer with the wind and push them right where you want them- Team drives and working the draws — how Chuck and his crew run deer from one green head to the next- How the timber cutter-head machine and the loss of woods burning reshaped the habitat — and what it did to deer and turkey- The bent-sight bow story — three arrows, one very confused deer- Chuck's single best piece of advice: for every day you hunt the corn pile, force yourself to spend one day walking and looking insteadChuck Bailey — Old Timer Outdoors:https://www.tiktok.com/@oldtimeroutdoorsJoin our Circle Community here - https://linkly.link/2o0SnGrab some Southern Outdoorsmen merch here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aKJoin Woodsman Wire - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aRUse code “SOUTHERN” for a discount on Whitetail Hill food plot seed & trees - https://linkly.link/2myBPUse the promo code “southern” for a discount on your OnX Hunt membership here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1tyfmCheck out Latitude Outdoors for your mobile hunting gear - https://2ly.link/1zVDIUse code TSOP15 for a discount on Mossy Oak - https://linkly.link/2ERb8Use code SOUTHERN20 for a discount on all Vortex apparel, including eyewearOur Sponsors:* Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code OUTDOORSMEN for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →813 - Can You REALLY Kill Mature Bucks from Permanent Stands? (Outside the Rut)
2w ago00:58:23Tap to summarizeThis week we’re diving into another round of listener-submitted Hot Takes and Q&A! We debate whether it’s really possible to consistently kill mature bucks from permanent stands outside the rut, discuss the biggest factor separating consistently successful hunters from everyone else, answer questions about saddle hunting, sanctuaries, and dream hunts, and share a few stories.In this episode:Is it virtually impossible to kill mature bucks from a permanent stand?The biggest factor behind consistent deer hunting successSaddle vs. lock-on stands after several seasons of experienceWhy “sanctuaries” don’t always work the way hunters thinkOur thoughts on summer scrapesFavorite dream hunts if money wasn’t a factorAfrica, elk, bighorn sheep, and other bucket-list adventuresPlus another round of listener hot takes and deer hunting questionsJoin our Circle Community here - https://linkly.link/2o0SnGrab some Southern Outdoorsmen merch here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aKJoin Woodsman Wire - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aRUse code “SOUTHERN” for a discount on Whitetail Hill food plot seed & trees - https://linkly.link/2myBPUse the promo code “southern” for a discount on your OnX Hunt membership here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1tyfmCheck out Latitude Outdoors for your mobile hunting gear - https://2ly.link/1zVDIUse code TSOP15 for a discount on Mossy Oak - https://linkly.link/2ERb8Use code SOUTHERN20 for a discount on all Vortex apparel, including eyewearHave you tagged a deer using something you heard on the show? Submit your listener success story here - Share Your Story HereNOTE: Not all advertisements run on this show are endorsed by The Southern Outdoorsmen Podcast unless an ad is read by one of the hosts. Our Sponsors:* Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code OUTDOORSMEN for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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812 - Everyone Hides Their Scent. He Uses His to Kill Bucks | Wes Moye
3w ago02:06:06Tap to summarizeWes Moye is back in the studio, and this time we're breaking down the "Wolf Pack" - the group hunting system he's spent 40 years refining to kill mature, pressured bucks that get bumped by all the other hunters in the woods. Instead of hiding his scent like everyone's taught, Wes weaponizes it. Here's the full breakdown, plus a whole lot of hard-earned wisdom (and a few stories that'll make you laugh).In this episode:The Wolf Pack method explained — how a group uses human scent (not leg power) to move pressured bucks toward waiting huntersWhere the idea came from — the African painted wolves documentary that made it all clickWhy it's NOT a "man drive" — and how Wes answers the criticsReading pressured deer — why you should treat every deer like it's already been huntedFinding the exits — low spots, drainages, and cover that funnel bucks out of thick coverDeer pattern hunters — Wes's camera experiment proving it, and how he flips it to kill target bucksThe Art of War in the deer woods — deception, feints, and beating a buck at his own gameHunting thick cover — why the nastiest bedding areas hold the biggest bucksKnowledge vs. wisdom — why applied experience beats anything you'll read or watchTiming the rut in Alabama and adapting your setup through every phase of the seasonRunning Wolf Pack fundamentals solo when you don't have a groupPlus camp stories, hard lessons, and why the bad days teach you the mostJoin our Circle Community here - https://linkly.link/2o0SnGrab some Southern Outdoorsmen merch here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aKJoin Woodsman Wire - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aRUse code “SOUTHERN” for a discount on Whitetail Hill food plot seed & trees - https://linkly.link/2myBPUse the promo code “southern” for a discount on your OnX Hunt membership here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1tyfmCheck out Latitude Outdoors for your mobile hunting gear - https://2ly.link/1zVDIUse code TSOP15 for a discount on Mossy Oak - https://linkly.link/2ERb8Use code SOUTHERN20 for a discount on all Vortex apparel, including eyewearHave you tagged a deer using something you heard on the show? Submit your listener success story here - Share Your Story HereNOTE: Not all advertisements run on this show are endorsed by The Southern Outdoorsmen Podcast unless an ad is read by one of the hosts. Our Sponsors:* Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code OUTDOORSMEN for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →811 - Why You Can Find More Deer CLOSER to Roads
3w ago01:14:30Tap to summarizeGPS-collar research has revealed some surprising truths about mature bucks—and much of it flies in the face of conventional hunting wisdom. In this episode, we break down what the data actually says, how it has changed the way we hunt, and why some of the best deer in the woods may be much closer than you think.In this episode:Why mature bucks are often found surprisingly close to roads and parking areasWhat years of GPS collar research has taught us about deer movementThe biggest misconceptions hunters have about bedding areasWhy focusing on individual buck beds may not be the best strategyHow terrain and habitat work together to influence deer behaviorWhy hunting success involves more luck than many hunters want to admitPractical ways to use deer behavior research to become a better hunterHow to think differently about pressure, access, and overlooked areasJoin our Circle Community here - https://the-southern-outdoorsmen.circle.so/checkout/join-the-communityGot a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXPGrab some Southern Outdoorsmen merch here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aKJoin Woodsman Wire - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aRUse code “SOUTHERN” for a discount on Whitetail Hill food plot seed & trees - https://linkly.link/2myBPUse the promo code “southern” for a discount on your OnX Hunt membership here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1tyfmCheck out Latitude Outdoors for your mobile hunting gear - https://2ly.link/1zVDIUse code TSOP15 for a discount on Mossy Oak - https://linkly.link/2ERb8Use code SOUTHERN20 for a discount on all Vortex apparel, including eyewearHave you tagged a deer using something you heard on the show? Submit your listener success story here - Share Your Story HereNOTE: Not all advertisements run on this show are endorsed by The Southern Outdoorsmen Podcast unless an ad is read by one of the hosts. Our Sponsors:* Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code OUTDOORSMEN for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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810 - How He Finds Bigger Bucks on Public Than Private | Chris Jones
4w ago01:56:31Tap to summarizeToday, Chris Jones of South Carolina joins us to discuss what it really takes to consistently find mature whitetails on public land. From breaking common hunting myths to reading overlooked terrain features, Chris shares the mindset and woodsmanship that have helped him tag big bucks where most hunters assume the odds are stacked against them.In this episode:Why Chris believes he’s found bigger bucks on public land than he ever did on privateThe biggest misconceptions hunters have about public land pressureHow to identify overlooked areas where mature bucks actually liveWhy miles walked often matter more than hours spent in a treeThe scouting strategy that changed the way Chris huntsUsing topography, access, and human behavior to your advantageWhy “hard-to-reach” isn’t always as far as people thinkThe importance of woodsmanship over relying solely on technologyHow Chris approaches postseason scouting and e-scouting togetherCommon mistakes hunters make when searching for mature buck beddingDeveloping confidence to hunt your own plan instead of following the crowdPractical advice for becoming a more consistent deer hunter, regardless of where you huntCheck out Chris' YouTube channel here - https://www.youtube.com/@Simpleman667Join our Circle Community here - https://the-southern-outdoorsmen.circle.so/checkout/join-the-communityGot a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXPGrab some Southern Outdoorsmen merch here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aKJoin Woodsman Wire - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aRUse code “SOUTHERN” for a discount on Whitetail Hill food plot seed & trees - https://linkly.link/2myBPUse the promo code “southern” for a discount on your OnX Hunt membership here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1tyfmCheck out Latitude Outdoors for your mobile hunting gear - https://2ly.link/1zVDIUse code TSOP15 for a discount on Mossy Oak - https://linkly.link/2ERb8Use code SOUTHERN20 for a discount on all Vortex apparel, including eyewearHave you tagged a deer using something you heard on the show? Submit your listener success story here - Share Your Story HereNOTE: Not all advertisements run on this show are endorsed by The Southern Outdoorsmen Podcast unless an ad is read by one of the hosts. Our Sponsors:* Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code OUTDOORSMEN for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →809 - What Everyone Gets WRONG About Bait, Minerals & Food Plots
Jul 1600:58:52Tap to summarizeThis week on the Thursday Q&A, we’re tackling some of the biggest debates in deer hunting—from bait, minerals, and food plots to summer scouting, scent, and mature buck behavior. We also answer a listener question about hunting rocky, mountainous terrain in Arkansas and share how we’d approach finding and killing an older buck in big-woods country.In this episode:Do minerals, Deer Cane, and attractants actually work?The biggest mistake hunters make when baiting deerWhy mature bucks prioritize security over foodAre food plots overrated compared to bedding cover?Common deer club management mistakes that keep older bucks from survivingDoes artificial deer scent help or hurt your odds?How to properly use scent if you choose to hunt with itSummer scouting vs. in-season scouting—which is more effective?Camouflage vs. solid colors: does it really matter?How we’d hunt rocky mountainous terrain in the Ouachita Mountains of ArkansasFinding habitat diversity, terrain funnels, and mature bucks travel in big woodsPlus upcoming events, World Deer Expo, and Mobile Hunters Expo updates.Join our Circle Community here - https://the-southern-outdoorsmen.circle.so/checkout/join-the-communityGot a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXPGrab some Southern Outdoorsmen merch here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aKJoin Woodsman Wire - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1u4aRUse code “SOUTHERN” for a discount on Whitetail Hill food plot seed & trees - https://linkly.link/2myBPUse the promo code “southern” for a discount on your OnX Hunt membership here - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1tyfmCheck out Latitude Outdoors for your mobile hunting gear - https://2ly.link/1zVDIUse code TSOP15 for a discount on Mossy Oak - https://linkly.link/2ERb8Use code SOUTHERN20 for a discount on all Vortex apparel, including eyewearHave you tagged a deer using something you heard on the show? Submit your listener success story here - Share Your Story HereNOTE: Not all advertisements run on this show are endorsed by The Southern Outdoorsmen Podcast unless an ad is read by one of the hosts. Our Sponsors:* Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code OUTDOORSMEN for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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808 - The Hunting Skill Money Can't Buy | Larry Weishuhn
Jul 1301:36:14Tap to summarizeLarry Weishuhn is back on the show, and in this conversation he dives into the timeless hunting skills that can’t be bought, downloaded, or replaced by technology. From the story of his very first buck to decades of lessons chasing mature whitetails across North America, Larry shares the woodsmanship principles that have shaped his hunting career.In this episode, we discuss:Larry’s unforgettable first buck and how it shaped his lifelong passion for whitetailsHow the pioneers of modern mature buck hunting changed the way hunters thinkWhy woodsmanship is a skill that has to be earned—not purchasedThe psychology of confidence, lucky charms, scents, and why paying attention matters mostReading tracks, rubs, scrapes, and other overlooked signLessons learned from decades as a wildlife biologistDeer vocalizations, grunting, rattling, and what deer are really communicatingWhy mature bucks often move when other hunters aren’t in the woodsLarry’s approach to all-day sits and midday deer movementHow to choose high-odds stand locations beyond obvious food sourcesThe importance of observation, perception, and trusting your instincts in the woodsPractical tips for becoming a better woodsman and more complete deer hunterWhether you’re new to deer hunting or have decades of experience, this episode is packed with practical wisdom from one of the most respected voices in the whitetail world.Check out Larry's newest book, Deer Addictions.Join our Circle Community here - https://the-southern-outdoorsmen.circle.so/checkout/join-the-communityGot a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXPOur Sponsors:* Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code OUTDOORSMEN for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →807 - The Deer Hunting Debates Nobody Can Agree On
Jul 901:43:47Tap to summarizeThis week we’re diving into your hottest deer hunting takes and answering some of the biggest questions from The Southern Outdoorsmen community. From crossbows and dog hunting to cell cameras, persimmons, and deer behavior, we tackle some of the most controversial topics we’ve discussed in a while.In this episode, we discuss:Should crossbows have their own season?Are Southern gun seasons too long?Should dog hunting be allowed on public land?Are mature bucks more wary of cell cameras than standard trail cameras?Do ozone products and scent control actually work?Are persimmon trees overrated as a hunting food source?Can terrain ever be too steep for deer?What do deer eat in hardwood bottoms besides acorns?Should public land have statewide antler restrictions?The biggest lessons we’ve learned that changed the way we hunt over the last five years.Is modern deer hunting losing the traditions that made it special?We’d love to hear your thoughts on these topics. Join the discussion in our Circle community and let us know where you agree—and where you think we’re completely wrong.Join our Circle Community here - https://the-southern-outdoorsmen.circle.so/checkout/join-the-communityGot a question for the show? Submit a listener Q&A form - https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1uMXPOur Sponsors:* Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code OUTDOORSMEN for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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806 - Why Your Food Plots Never Produce Mature Bucks | Caleb Huckaba
Jul 601:46:15Tap to summarizeMost hunters focus on what to plant, but the bigger question is where, why, and how. In this episode, Caleb Huckaba of Whitetail Hill breaks down the biggest food plot mistakes he sees, how to design food plots that actually produce daylight mature buck encounters, and why strategy often matters more than the seed itself. Whether you’re planting a quarter-acre kill plot on a permission property or managing a large hunting tract, this episode is packed with practical habitat and hunting advice you can apply this season.In this episode, we discuss:- The biggest food plot mistakes hunters make- Why mature bucks only visit some food plots after dark- Kill plots vs. destination food plots- Where food plots should be located in relation to bedding- Food plot layout and hunting strategy- Soil testing, pH, lime, and improving poor soils- Choosing the right food plot blend for your goals- Small property and permission-land food plot strategies- How to plant successful food plots with or without equipment- Food plot diversity and seasonal attraction- Using chestnuts, persimmons, and other mast trees to improve hunting- Creating year-round food sources and property hotspots- Stand placement, access routes, and reducing hunting pressureUse code “SOUTHERN” for a discount on Whitetail Hill food plot seed & trees - https://linkly.link/2myBPJoin our Circle Community here - https://the-southern-outdoorsmen.circle.so/checkout/join-the-communityOur Sponsors:* Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code OUTDOORSMEN for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →805 - Can a Property Become an "Immature Buck Factory", Hunting Storm Damaged Areas | LISTENER Q&A
Jul 201:06:01Tap to summarizeIn this Q&A edition of the show, we cover a wide array of questions and hot takes from listeners!How should you hunt areas with tornado/storm damage?Can a property become an immature buck factory?Is flat land harder to hunt than hill country?Are more trail camera bans coming?Are sliding bow sights overkill?and a lot more!Join our Circle Community here - https://the-southern-outdoorsmen.circle.so/checkout/join-the-communityOur Sponsors:* Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code OUTDOORSMEN for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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