Deer IQ

In this episode of the DEER IQ podcast we’re continuing our new series called “public land - beating the odds” where we dig back into the strategies, mindsets, and approaches to be successful on public land despite the many challenges that come with it. This week I’m with my friend Mark talking about a couple big myths or traps that many public land hunters fall into, and how vital it is to avoid...

In this episode of the DEER IQ podcast we’re starting a new series called “public land - beating the odds” where we dig back into the strategies, mindsets, and approaches to be successful on public land despite the many challenges that come with it.  I’m joined this week for part 1 with Jared Scheffler of Whitetail Adrenaline, who is very well known for his aggressive approach to public land...

In this special episode of the Deer IQ podcast I’m going to be starting a story-based series called “So there I was - hunting stories of epic adventure.” This is where I will tell a story of a specific buck, and also break down how and why it worked out. I’ll be inserting these here and there throughout this year. I’ll also apply some of the principles we’ve been going over in the 6 steps or core...

In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we are in our series “summer prep for fall success,” as we continue to look at how to achieve our goal, or theme of this year “to consistently take the top deer where you hunt” and exact habits and systems needed to do that.  This week we look at scouting deer and collecting data, and a different and very smart way to look at that to help you make the be...

In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we are in our series “summer prep for fall success,” as we continue to look at how to achieve our goal, or theme of this year “to consistently take the top deer where you hunt” and exact habits and systems needed to do that.  The big question for this week is how many spots do you need to get a chance at a deer you want to shoot, every time you go out? W...

In this special episode of the Deer IQ podcast we discuss the recent Michigan regulations changes, and the DMI (Deer Management Initiative) teams & new process that helped make suggestions. I’m joined by 2 team members, and we get candid about what really happened and why, and how something with so much promise turned into what one member called a “train wreck.” So, here are the top things to...

In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we will continue to look at how to achieve our goal, or theme of this year “to consistently take the top deer where you hunt” and exact habits and systems needed to do that - two of those being scent and sound control.  I’m joined by my friend Mark for this conversation on a couple foundational systems to help with that task. Here are the top things to l...

This episode is our first of year 2, in the series "Summer Prep for Fall Success." We take a very different approach to that topic than most podcasts though. We discuss: our new theme for year 2 and why this is vitally important, preview the great guests we'll have for the year, reveal the NEW ENHANCED Deer IQ Test, and also dig into a core paradigm shift sure to transform your hunting! It's all i...

In this episode we look at how to properly use a saddle for the most functional use and to get the full advantage on deer, which many hunters do not. Watch the related Deer IQ podcast video with host Adam Lewis and guest John Eberhart on YouTube HERE: https://youtu.be/soDxB4HGHcw High IQ Topics are stand alone bonus episodes separate from our curriculum series. They supplement and add to our curri...

This episode is our final episode of year 1 where our overarching theme was - to be a greater deer hunter. If you haven’t listened to all our series, I invite you to take the next few weeks to do so - we started with Barriers we need to overcome, got in the mind of mature bucks, had a deep dive into public land hunting, dissected private land strategies, dove deep into the science of deer, looked...

This episode bridges two of our series - controversies & solutions, and what it takes to be a great hunter. It does this because this episode includes both someone that many feel is one of the best whitetail hunters ever, with probably the biggest controversy ever - Mitch Rompola and his infamous 1998 buck. We cover what 3 people that knew him first hand say about that infamous deer, and also...

In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we are in our series - hunting controversies and solutions.  I am joined by Adam Miller - host of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast as we co-air a discussion about the recent Michigan Deer Management Initiative Recommendations. How did those meetings with public input for new regulations actually go, and what will be the outcome for deer hunting in Michig...

In this episode we’re in a new series - Hunting Controversies & Solutions.  I was warned not to cover this topic, because it’s probably the most controversial and maybe divisive one in the deer hunting world - Chronic Wasting Disease, or CWD. But we’re going to look at because I think it’s important to know about & discuss. We’ll get an overview of what it is, how states have handled...

In this episode we’re in part 4 of our series - The Great Leverage of Hunters - Deer Science. What we actually know about deer, and how they operate, directly translates into our hunting decisions and success - which is why this is super important for us to know as much as possible about. In this episode we are joined again by Dr. Bronson Strickland of the MSU deer lab, looking at collared buck st...

In this episode we’re in part 3 of our series - The Great Leverage of Hunters - Deer Science. What we actually know about deer, and how they operate, directly translates into our hunting decisions and success - which is why this is super important for us to know as much as possible about. In this episode we are joined by Dr. Bronson Strickland of the MSU deer lab, looking at collared buck studies,...

In this episode we continue our series on the science of whitetail deer, and how knowing that is our greatest leverage, our greatest potential to become better hunters. In part two we are joined again by the well-known research scientist Dr. Karl Miller of the University of Georgia Deer Lab. He has done incredible research over the years on deer and made some impactful discoveries. We’re going to...

How do whitetail deer really see? Can they see in slow motion? If so, what does this mean for our hunting strategies, the camouflage we buy, even how we move in the woods? In this Deer IQ video we look at the science from a University of Georgia Deer Lab study, which came from my discussion with Dr. Karl Miller on the Deer IQ Podcast - for that full podcast listen to #49High IQ Topics are stand al...

In this episode we start our series on the science of whitetail deer, and how knowing that is our greatest leverage, our greatest potential to become better hunters. In part one we are joined by the well-known research scientist Dr. Karl Miller of the University of Georgia Deer Lab. He has done incredible research over the years on deer and made some impactful discoveries. We’re going to talk abou...

In this episode we wrapup our series - The Legacy of Great Hunters. We look at the topic of hunter recruitment and retention - why is this so important, and what is our role in ensuring hunting sticks around for generations down the road? This is a very important topic, because the decisions, or lack thereof today will affect what we leave behind - for better or worse. I’m joined by Megan Plete Po...

We are looking at 3 factors that have to be present 99% of the time to get it done on a mature buck. If you know, and can apply these, your odds really go up on finding these bucks and sealing the deal. If you have a hard time finding these bucks, this will help you go from just sightings or trail cam pictures, to quality shots and harvests. High IQ Topics are stand alone bonus episodes separate f...

In this double episode we continue our series - The Legacy of Great Hunters. I interview Michigan DNR deer specialist Chad Stewart, and we get very candid about regulations, if they are working, and we discuss some potential fixes to perceived problems in Michigan. This was recorded several months ago, and since Michigan has started an initiative with the goal of improving regulations (also, I’ve...

In this episode we continue our series "The Legacy of Great Hunters," Part 3 - Talking with the National Deer Association's Chief Conservation Officer Kip Adams about what healthy deer herds really look like, and what we need to do to make/keep them that way - both on an individual level, and on a state level. I also dig into the data of Michigan's harvest, and get Kip's take on that on how to may...

In this episode we continue our series "The Legacy of Great Hunters," Part 2 - continuing our talk with Dr. Jimmy Sites whose resume is extensive, and includes author, pastor, and producer of the award-winning TV show Spiritual Outdoor Adventures. Jimmy dives into some High IQ public land hunting tactics, and discusses a near-death miracle in Alaska. It's a great episode I think you'll get a lot o...

In this episode we start our series "The Legacy of Great Hunters," Part 1 - looking at what is vital for us to consider as hunters regarding stewardship and what we're really going to leave behind. We discuss this with Dr. Jimmy Sites whose resume is extensive, and includes author, pastor, and producer of the award-winning TV show Spiritual Outdoor Adventures. I think you'll be challenged and insp...

In this episode Adam talks about his 2023 season and gets honest about the ups and downs, drawing out lessons he learned and that listeners can benefit from. In this episode:• Vital lessons from a Michigan pressured public land P&Y buck - the story of how it came together and 3 keys always needed for a mature buck as illustrated in this story.• A major fail on another potential P&Y buck, a...