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What Mature Bucks Do That Most Hunters Never See | HUNTR #322
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Chris Hood has spent a lifetime immersed in the hunting industry. From his family's involvement with Predator Camo to his work as a professional outdoor photographer, host of Cabela's Signature Outdoor Adventures, and founder of LVLHED, Chris has seen every side of the hunting world. In this episode, we dive into mature buck behavior, land management, hunting pressure, and the lessons Chris has learned from decades of chasing older age-class whitetails. If you're serious about hunting mature bucks, improving your property, and learning from someone who's spent decades in the industry, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. 0:00 - Meet Chris Hood & Total Archery Challenge7:40 - The History of Predator Camo17:59 - Outdoor Photography, Cabela's & Industry Stories28:24 - Western Hunting Tags, Draws & Planning Hunts35:45 - Kansas Deer Hunting & Age-Over-Score Management44:38 - Managing Farms for Mature Bucks56:41 - What a 9.5-Year-Old Buck Taught Him1:06:41 - Wind, Thermals & Hunting Smart Deer1:21:35 - Neighbor Relations, Baiting & Deer Management1:36:29 - Losing the Family Cabin in a Devastating Fire1:49:31 - Predator Camo's Future & Hunting Industry Advice2:06:29 - Bow Tuning, Third Axis & Building ConfidenceCheck out LVLHED:https://www.lvlhed.com/Check out Chris' photos:https://www.chrishoodphotography.com/SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL:https://www.youtube.com/c/HUNTRTUBEShop HUNTR Merch:https://wearehuntr.com/HUNTR Podcast is presented by:Hoyt Archery: https://hoyt.com (Code HUNTR for 20% off apparel)DeerGro: https://www.deergro.com (Code HUNTR for 15% off)Predator Camo: https://www.predatorcamo.com/ (Code HUNTR for 20% off)Beast Broadheads: https://beastbroadheads.com/ (Code HUNTR for 10% off)Lone Wolf Custom Gear: https://www.lonewolfcustomgear.com/ (Code HUNTR for 10% off your first purchase)RackHub: https://www.rack-hub.com/huntr (Code HUNTR for 10% off)Pure Wildlife Blends: https://www.purewildlifeblends.com (Code HUNTR for 10% off)Primos: https://www.primos.com/ (Code HUNTR for 15% off)Bushnell: https://www.bushnell.com/ (Code HUNTR for 15% off)Gateway 1 Boots: https://gateway1boots-usa.com/ (Code HUNTR for 15% off)HHA: https://www.hhasports.com/
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Chris Hood has spent a lifetime immersed in the hunting industry. From his family's involvement with Predator Camo to his work as a professional outdoor photographer, host of Cabela's Signature Outdoor Adventures, and founder of LVLHED, Chris has seen every side of the hunting world. In this episode, we dive into mature buck behavior, land management, hunting pressure, and the lessons Chris has learned from decades of chasing older age-class whitetails. If you're serious about hunting mature bucks, improving your property, and learning from someone who's spent decades in the industry, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. 0:00 - Meet Chris Hood & Total Archery Challenge7:40 - The History of Predator Camo17:59 - Outdoor Photography, Cabela's & Industry Stories28:24 - Western Hunting Tags, Draws & Planning Hunts35:45 - Kansas Deer Hunting & Age-Over-Score Management44:38 - Managing Farms for Mature Bucks56:41 - What a 9.5-Year-Old Buck Taught Him1:06:41 - Wind, Thermals & Hunting Smart Deer1:21:35 - Neighbor Relations, Baiting & Deer Management1:36:29 - Losing the Family Cabin in a Devastating Fire1:49:31 - Predator Camo's Future & Hunting Industry Advice2:06:29 - Bow Tuning, Third Axis & Building ConfidenceCheck out LVLHED:https://www.lvlhed.com/Check out Chris' photos:https://www.chrishoodphotography.com/SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL:https://www.youtube.com/c/HUNTRTUBEShop HUNTR Merch:https://wearehuntr.com/HUNTR Podcast is presented by:Hoyt Archery: https://hoyt.com (Code HUNTR for 20% off apparel)DeerGro: https://www.deergro.com (Code HUNTR for 15% off)Predator Camo: https://www.predatorcamo.com/ (Code HUNTR for 20% off)Beast Broadheads: https://beastbroadheads.com/ (Code HUNTR for 10% off)Lone Wolf Custom Gear: https://www.lonewolfcustomgear.com/ (Code HUNTR for 10% off your first purchase)RackHub: https://www.rack-hub.com/huntr (Code HUNTR for 10% off)Pure Wildlife Blends: https://www.purewildlifeblends.com (Code HUNTR for 10% off)Primos: https://www.primos.com/ (Code HUNTR for 15% off)Bushnell: https://www.bushnell.com/ (Code HUNTR for 15% off)Gateway 1 Boots: https://gateway1boots-usa.com/ (Code HUNTR for 15% off)HHA: https://www.hhasports.com/
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