
For the serious deer hunter, deer season never ends. That’s why NDA’s Deer Season 365 podcast covers every aspect of deer hunting and deer management— from hunting strategy to deer biology and behavior to habitat improvement and more! Join us every-other-week as we talk with deer and habitat experts from all walks of life to bring you the latest in deer hunting and deer management information.
Episodes

Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
Whitetail Road Trippin’ With Mark Kenyon of Wired to Hunt
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
On this week's episode of the Deer Season 365 Podcast, we're talking with Mark Kenyon of Wired to Hunt and MeatEater about planning your first out-of-state deer hunt. We dive into choosing a state and specific hunting area, traveling on a budget, what gear to take and what to leave at home, as well as how to prepare for the hunt to improve your odds of success.
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Wednesday Apr 13, 2022
Wednesday Apr 13, 2022
In this week's Deer Season 365 Podcast episode, we are talking whitetail fawns with Dr. John Kilgo. We cover everything from how does choose a location to birth fawns, to a fawn's first few hours and weeks of life, to fawn predation and more. We also discuss how we, as hunters and land managers, can help improve fawn survival where we hunt.
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The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!
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Wednesday Mar 30, 2022
Wednesday Mar 30, 2022
On this week's episode of the Deer Season 365 Podcast, we are talking with Ryan Basinger of Westervelt Wildlife Services about summer food plots. Ryan covers why summer food plots are important, what you should plant, and how to successfully plant and maintain one. If you are a food plotter, this episode is for you!
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About the National Deer Association
The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!
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Wednesday Mar 16, 2022
Coyotes and Their Impact on Local Deer Populations With Dr. Michael Chamberlain
Wednesday Mar 16, 2022
Wednesday Mar 16, 2022
In this episode of the Deer Season 365 Podcast, we are talking with Dr. Michael Chamberlain of the University of Georgia about coyote research he's been involved with. We start with the basics of coyote biology and ecology before diving into the impacts they are having on deer populations and how hunters and land managers can mitigate that impact through hunting, trapping and habitat management.
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Wednesday Mar 02, 2022
No, Deer Aren’t Color Blind: Understanding Deer Senses with Dr. Gino D’Angelo
Wednesday Mar 02, 2022
Wednesday Mar 02, 2022
In this episode of the Deer Season 365 Podcast, we are talking with Dr. Gino D'Angelo of the University of Georgia about the three key senses of a deer that keep it alive — sight, hearing and smell. Gino walks us through what research has taught us about these senses, how deer use them, and what we as hunters can do to beat those senses so we can fill our deer tags. This is a great discussion that will only further your admiration of the abilities of white-tailed deer!
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University of Georgia deer research website
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The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!
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Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
Shed Hunting Road Trips and Tips for Finding More Shed Antlers With Moriah Boggess
Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
In this episode of the Deer Season 365 Podcast, we are talking with deer biologist and avid shed hunter Moriah Boggess about how he's turned his passion for finding shed antlers into affordable shed-hunting road trips across the country. Moriah also dives into his techniques for finding more shed antlers on both public and private land.
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Wednesday Feb 02, 2022
Wednesday Feb 02, 2022
In this episode of the Deer Season 365 Podcast, we are talking with Georgia DNR biologist Shan Cammack about the basics of prescribed fire. We discuss how to prepare for a burn, what equipment and training you'll need, weather factors that will influence fire, and much more. If you're looking to take your land management to the next level, prescribed fire may be your ticket.
Important Links:
The Longleaf Alliance’s Getting Started with Prescribed Fire on Private Lands video
Guide to Fire in Southern Forests
Smoke Management Guidebook for Prescribed Burning in the Southern Region
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About the National Deer Association
The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!
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NDA has the highest ranking from Charity Navigator, an independent group that monitors non-profits for financial efficiency and effectiveness.
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Wednesday Jan 19, 2022
Wednesday Jan 19, 2022
In this episode of NDA's Deer Season 365 Podcast, we're talking with Adam Keith of Land & Legacy about how to create a management plan for your hunting property to maximize the deer habitat and huntability. We dive into considerations for creating a management plan, food plots, forest stand improvement, sanctuaries, bedding areas and more! If you're trying to improve your property for better deer and deer hunting, then this episode is for you.
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About the National Deer Association
The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!
Support NDA’s mission by becoming a member today.
NDA has the highest ranking from Charity Navigator, an independent group that monitors non-profits for financial efficiency and effectiveness.
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Wednesday Jan 05, 2022
Dr. Craig Harper on Using Forest Stand Improvement to Create Great Deer Habitat
Wednesday Jan 05, 2022
Wednesday Jan 05, 2022
In this week's episode of NDA's Deer Season 365 Podcast, we're talking with Dr. Craig Harper of the University of Tennessee about how to use forest stand improvement to create great deer habitat. Dr. Harper walks us through the entire process, from deciding where to start your FSI efforts, how many trees to remove, which trees to remove, and the best methods to remove or kill your target trees. We also discuss how to best maintain the habitat you create through FSI, including the use of prescribed fire. If you have woods you'd like to manage for better deer hunting, this is one episode you don't want to miss!
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Dr. Harper's Forest Stand Improvement booklet (PDF)
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About the National Deer Association
The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!
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NDA has the highest ranking from Charity Navigator, an independent group that monitors non-profits for financial efficiency and effectiveness.
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Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
Planting and Maintaining Apple Trees For Better Deer Hunting With NDA‘s Mike Edwards
Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
In this episode of the Deer Season 365 Podcast, we're talking with NDA Director of Grassroots, Mike Edwards, about planting and maintaining apple trees for better deer hunting. Mike dives into selecting the right rootstock and varieties, the entire planting process, and how to maintain the trees for maximum results. If you've ever considered apple trees for your hunting property, this episode is for you!
Important Links:
Mike's YouTube Presentation on Planting & Maintaining Apple Trees
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About the National Deer Association
The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!
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NDA has the highest ranking from Charity Navigator, an independent group that monitors non-profits for financial efficiency and effectiveness.
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