Vulnerable EP 8: Creating Deer Funnels, Building DIY Waterholes, and the Truth About Crossbows

In Episode 8 of Vulnerable, Joel and Cory go deep into how to manipulate deer movement using fences, hog panels, and habitat edges. Joel shares his DIY method for building waterholes using rubber roofing and a garden hose—and how they help kill mature bucks during the rut. They also dive into the controversial topic of crossbows and whether they deserve their own season. The episode wraps up with Joel telling the story behind a client who killed TWO 200" bucks from the same tree and how CRP and landowner relationships can change your hunting game.