Our Complete Whitetail Prep Strategy (Sitka Staff)

The shift to whitetail season is officially underway for the Sitka Charlotte Crew. In Episode 4, Landon, OT, and Jake dive into our full whitetail prep process — from getting our properties ready for the upcoming season to dialing in our early scouting plans on both public and private land.We’re talking trail cameras, moving stand locations, habitat and land prep, and the gear that lives in our trucks all season long. We also break down the Sitka gear setups we’ll be running while scouting, covering miles, and preparing for opening day.If you’re already thinking about deer season, this episode is packed with practical prep, gear talk, and behind-the-scenes insight into how we approach the transition from spring to fall.As always, come into the store and mention the podcast to recieve 15% off your next purhcase.Host: Jacob Norris (@jnorri15)Co-Host: Landon Pearson (@brutemodecollective)Gear Wizard: OT Mitchell (@owentatemitchell)Location: Stika Gear Charlotte (@sitkacharlotte)Stay tuned for the next episode where we discuss summer archery practice, maintenance, and set ups.Time Line:03:14 - Episode Intro — The Shift to Whitetail Prep07:04 - Summer Camera Placement & Deer Patterning13:58 - Tracking Deer Data16:38 - Wind Direction, Thermals & Hunting Hill Country22:22 - Old Stands, Farm History & Hidden Hotspots26:24 - Saddle Hunting Setup & Tree Stand Mishaps32:14 - Why Saddle Hunting Changes the Game36:15 - Essential Gear Kept in the Truck All Season40:51 - Upcoming Hunts & Future Plans53:51 - Summer Scouting Gear Recommendations1:02:22 - Scrapes vs Rubs Debate1:16:11 - Upcoming Events & Future Guests