Raised Hunting

It is that time of year once again where bucks are shedding their antlers, and boots are hitting the ground to get out and search for those antlers. For a majority of hunters, shed season is an awesome time of the year, you get to hopefully find the antlers from your target buck, you may find sheds to a new buck, or you find new areas on a farm to hunt. If you are an avid shed hunter, then you hav...

As whitetail deer hunters, we always dream of shooting the buck of a lifetime. That buck could be your dream buck that is a perfectly symmetrical typical, a buck with a drop tine, or even just a buck with points going everywhere. The buck of a lifetime could also just be one that you have history with over the years. You have watched this buck grow, you may have had some encounters with him, you h...

You guys asked, so you guys shall receive! Sometimes the most miserable parts of a hunt can make the perfect moment of success that much sweeter! On the last episode of Raised Hunting's Miserable Hunts, Warren left out some major details from his elk hunt back in 2017 that you guys have been waiting for. While dealing with the group of outfitters on this elk hunt, Warren and are camera guys were a...

In the hunting world, when you hear the word EHD, it puts a sick feeling in your stomach. EHD or Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease, is a disease that affects whitetail deer that leads to a very excruciating death. EHD can have a massive effect on the populations of your whitetail deer herd with in the summer months leading up to the early fall. As hunters, we always fear hearing about EHD outbreaks in...

Let's face it, hunting is not always an easy task. Yes same days are easier than most, but sometimes, it can be a pain in the a**. Every hunter has had their fair share of miserable experiences. From long pack outs in crappy terrain, to hunting in extreme heat or freezing temperatures, to even having numerous equipment malfunctions, there are endless possibilities that can make a hunt turn to...

Well folks, we can put an officially put a wrap on the 2024 Iowa whitetail season. While some states, especially down south are still rolling with their whitetail seasons, we have begun to get into a winter scouting mode. We are putting out bales of alfalfa, moving a few cameras to check to see if some of our bucks have made it through the late season, and getting ready to walk for sheds. Shed hun...

As the 2024 whitetail season is drawing to a close here in Iowa and in other states, the preparation for next year begins. With that preparation comes shed season and the hope that your young bucks that have potential make it through the winter. Like many hunters out there, you may be putting out some alfalfa bales or mineral blocks to help your deer get some extra nutrients during the winter. The...

There is the old saying that echos throughout the hunting world, "when you have been hunting long enough, you are bound to have a few misses". Whether you are a bow hunter or a gun hunter, chances are that you have had a few shots that have not gone your way. Maybe buck fever got the best of you. Maybe you had an equipment malfunction. We have had our fare share of misses throughout our hunting ca...

If you are a hunter, then you have probably heard about all the stereotypes we all get stuck with. Whether you hunt public or private ground, you are the rich hunter or the just average blue collar hunter, there is a stereotype that targets every type of hunter. Odds are that is you have been hunting for a while, you may know some people that fall into the categories of stereotypes. On this episod...

If you are an an avid hunter, the chances are you grew up watching hunting shows on television whether it was with your dad or even your grandpa. It's safe to say that you also watched a show called Buckmasters and the Buckmaster himself, Jackie Bushman. Jackie Bushman has been an icon in the hunting industry for almost 40 years now, and shows like ours would not be here without him. The Buckmaste...

The early split of the 2024 Iowa deer season for bow hunting came to an end last Friday. It is safe to say that this season left a major impact on the Raised Hunting crew. There were a lot of challenges to face during the 2024 deer season, Warren kept a tag in his pocket till December, Easton's target buck Gump just keep running and avoiding us a all cost, and the uncharacteristic weather began on...

The last few days of the Iowa bow hunting season are upon us. With David being the only one tagged out, he gets to enjoy a little hiatus before late season kicks off. Easton takes back his role as "Mr. Deercember" gearing up to be trying some go big or go home strategies with in these final days! However, our boy Easton is not alone this year, as he is joined by Warren in this glorious Deercember...

This hunting season been an adventure. Like every deer season, we have had some incredibly highs and some really disappointing lows. In all reality it has been a major learning year for us. We have been employing some new strategies, learning how to hunt with insane Iowa weather, and studying our deer in new ways. With the warmer temperatures, the buck movement during day light has just started to...

Lets face it, we can probably all admit that as hunters, we love running trail cameras. From the summer months to even during shed season, looking at trail camera photos of big bucks can just become addicting. There is an anticipation that sets in once you put a camera on a new piece of land to hunt or even just putting it in a new location to wait and see what bucks show up. You can learn so much...

The world of deer hunting is a competitive one. Whether you are an outfitter or just your average guy just trying to fill a tag, we all face challenges when it comes to hunting. Some guys may not have the land they need to hunt, others may be dealing with neighbors who aren't so kind, and for a lot of guys the just may not have the time to get out and hunt. In most cases, if you are a deer hunter,...

In this episode, we provide an update on our 2024 hunting season, discussing the latest trends and changes you need to know. We dive into essential tips and tactics for making your shot count, including shot placement and practicing with your equipment. We'll also tackle the challenge of buck fever—sharing personal experiences and strategies to help you manage those pre-shot jitters. Plus, we’ll d...

Over the years, the more you deer hunt, the more you learn. From the summer months to the rut, you are constantly tracking target bucks and your young studs. When hunting season comes around, that is the time when you learn the most about your deer. You can see their patterns, how dominant of a buck they really are, and you begin to see what their flaw is that will give you a shot opportunity. How...

To say that some people may go to extreme measures to chase a monster buck is an understatement when it comes this case. After nearly a year since the Ohio giant was poached, Cj Alexander has now pleaded guilty to 14 criminal charges. Back in November of 2023, Alexander poached potentially the biggest typical whitetail in Ohio state history. Not only did he illegally harvest the animal, he proceed...

For a lot of you guys out there, the weekends are the best time in the fall. That means it's time to get out in the woods because it may be your only time to hunt if you can't take time off. After a week full of work, Saturday and Sunday is your time to go chase after those big bucks. However, for the longest time, certain states only gave you one day to hunt, making it illegal to hunt on Sundays....

Whitetail season is in full swing. In some areas, farmers have begun their harvests, cooler mornings are coming, and scrapes are beginning to see more activity from bucks. For some of you guys out there, your target bucks have already shown up. For others, you are either still waiting on him or you came into the season waiting to find a shooter. October can be one of the best times to hunt a targe...

Ladies and gentlemen, it is officially deer season! Today is opening day here in Iowa and we are absolutely stoked! We have been getting a lot of questions from you guys about how to hunt your target bucks, where the best spots to hang stands are, and countless more questions as we geared up for opening day. On today's episode of the Raised Hunting Podcast we are breaking down our season strategie...

With deer season one week out here in Iowa, we are getting our gear ready! Our bows are dialed in, the camo is getting laid out, and our hunting packs are getting packed up for the next few months. We tend to get a lot of questions from you guys about the gear we are taking into the woods. We get asked about our bow set ups, what extra gear we have packed, and what gear we just can't live with...

The excitement of getting a new property to hunt whitetails is a tough feeling to beat. Whether you purchase a new piece of ground to own, pay for a lease, or even just get permission on a piece of ground, the mystery of what you will see takes hold. From the first day of scouting it, you begin to look for signs of bucks in the area, rubs, scrapes, even sheds. You are looking for places to hang st...

The Holder family has been involved in the hunting and outdoor industry for many years. From the time that David had joined the Primos gang in the early 2000s, he had already stacked up a library of footage from his hunts and outdoor adventures. When Warren and Easton came along and began their hunting journeys, the footage archive only began to grow. Since starting out with a small show on a loca...

The Raised Hunting crew has officially gone on their first hunt! The gang set out to Wyoming to fill five antelope tags to open up the hunting season. As you guys all know, we pride ourselves on making the most ethical decisions and shots when we step into the woods, every hunter should strive to do so. In some cases, our ethical decisions get put to the test by mother nature, and on this hunt Eas...