From 40 Acres to the Modern Rut: Hunting Has Changed | 100% Wild Podcast Ep. 450

From 40 Acres to the Modern Rut: Hunting Has Changed | 100% Wild Podcast Ep. 450 As November rolls on, Terry stops by the studio to reflect on what deer season means now versus decades past. From the glory days of big deer camps and smoky cabins to the more solitary hunts of today, Matt and Terry dive into how the culture of deer hunting has evolved. Terry shares stories from the "40 Acre Club" and what hunting looked like in the 70s and 80s, while Matt talks about how pressure, responsibility, and age have changed the way they approach the woods.   They also dig into rut predictions, midday movement strategies, and the impact of this year's massive acorn crop. From old-school memories to modern tactics, this episode blends nostalgia and hard-earned wisdom,and reminds everyone to stay safe, wear orange, and enjoy the season.   Timestamps: 00:00 – Opening thoughts on tagging out and perspective 03:00 – Then vs. now: How deer camp culture has changed 09:00 – Memories from the 40 Acre Club 15:00 – Hunting pressure and the evolution of tactics 20:00 – Illinois and Missouri season updates 27:00 – Predictions for the rest of November 32:00 – Midday hunts and food source patterns 38:00 – Decoying, calling, and late-rut strategy 42:00 – Acorn crops, weather signs & winter forecasts 46:00 – Firearm safety, orange gear, and closing thoughts   Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : https://www.facebook.com/share/g/n73gskJT7BfB2Ngc/   Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deercast/id1425879996 Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.druryoutdoors.deercast.app Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein-sticks-15ct?a_aid=DruryOutdoors Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1-bar-15ct?a_aid=DruryOutdoors Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-phorm-energy?a_aid=DruryOutdoors Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydration-sticks?a_aid=DruryOutdoors Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentWild?fbclid=IwY2xjawHG5cpleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHS-OqetdhlMV6LGrV5KfUBO7fjYcduyut_LzgxrQnEgBbe_vPXGCMgF1Sw_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social   Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/OfficialDruryOutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors Twitter:  @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/