#402 - Overconfidence Cost Him a Once-in-a-Lifetime Deer: The Biggest Mistakes Steve Hanson Made Chasing One Mature Buck

February 10
58 mins

Episode Description

Welcome to the WHTL Podcast, presented by Moultrie. Your source for Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests. In this episode, we're back in the studio with Steve Hanson. We Discuss:
  • More habitat work doesn't guarantee better odds

  • Old intel can betray you after major changes

  • Mature bucks adapt faster than hunters expect

  • Overconfidence creates blind spots

  • Overhunting shrinks opportunity windows

  • First sits often offer the best chances

  • Bow setups must match bow strategies

  • Pressure compounds quickly in November

  • Health issues can change buck behavior fast

  • Sometimes the lesson is the reward

And So Much More!

 

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