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Chasing Giants with Don Higgins
by Terry Peer
Chronicling the constant pursuit of World Class Whitetails. Follow an experienced land manager, consultant, writer, and hunting industry expert throughout the year as he finds, targets, and hunts world class whitetail bucks. Hunting tips and tricks that can be used no matter your skill set, property, or goals this hunting season.
Episodes
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Can You Shoot Too Far? Don Higgins on Bowhunting Ethics | Chasing Giants #346
Is there a difference between being a great archer and being a great bowhunter? How far is too far when taking a shot at a whitetail deer? In Chasing Giants Podcast Episode #346, Don Higgins and Terry Peer tackle one of the most debated topics in bowhunting today: long-distance archery shots and...
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Why Are Bucks Scraping THIS MUCH Already? | Chasing Giants Podcast #345
Something strange is happening in the deer woods this fall. Don says that in nearly 50 years of deer hunting, he has never seen this much scrape activity during September. Terry is seeing the same thing across properties in Kentucky, Ohio, central Illinois and southern Illinois — and it isn't…
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5 YEARS Chasing One Buck! Joe Miles' Incredible Swamp Buck Story | Chasing Giants #344
Five years. One old South Carolina swamp buck. And an ending Joe Miles will never forget. On Chasing Giants Podcast #344, Terry Peer and Don Higgins are joined by special guest Joe Miles from ASIO Gear for an episode packed with whitetail strategy, hunting stories, and one incredible mature-buck...
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Our Trail Cameras Went DEAD… Where Did All the Deer Go? | Chasing Giants #343
Something strange happened in mid-September — our trail cameras practically went DEAD. Don went from getting hundreds of deer pictures a day to virtually nothing. Terry started seeing the same thing on multiple properties spread across a huge geographic area. Is it weather? A seasonal transition?...
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One Minute Too Late… The Giant Buck That Got Away | EP 341
Deer season is officially here, and Chasing Giants is back with plenty to talk about. Terry kicks off Episode 341 with an update from his first hunts of the 2026 Kentucky season, including a fascinating Western Kentucky property where years of habitat improvement, food plots, bedding cover and...
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Don Higgins’ 2026 Big Buck Forecast: The Worst He’s Ever Seen
Don Higgins’ annual Big Buck Forecast is here—and his outlook for the 2026 whitetail season may surprise a lot of hunters. After decades of running trail cameras across multiple properties, counties, and states, Don says this has been the worst summer he can remember for finding mature bucks. So...
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The #1 Factor for Deer Movement — It’s NOT the Rut | Chasing Giants #340
What is the #1 factor controlling whitetail deer movement? According to Don Higgins, it isn't the rut. It isn't the moon. It's TEMPERATURE. In Episode 340 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don shares a recent real-world example from his trail cameras. After averaging roughly 100–400 photos per day...
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Someone Sends You a Tip on a 200” Buck… What Do You Do? | Chasing Giants 339
What would you do if somebody sent you a photo — and the exact location — of a 200-inch whitetail? On Episode 339 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer dive back into one of the most debated subjects in hunting: the difference between what is legal and what is ethical. After...
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Legal Doesn’t Mean Ethical: Where Do YOU Draw the Line? | Chasing Giants 338
Are drones becoming one of the biggest threats to ethical deer hunting? In Episode 338 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer revisit the growing controversy surrounding drones and deer hunting—and Don doesn't hold back. After seeing firsthand just how quickly thermal drone...
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You Spent WHAT on a Deer Crossing?! | Chasing Giants #337
What would you spend to make one of your best hunting setups even better? On Episode 337 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins breaks down one of the most elaborate habitat projects he's tackled on his farm—a creek crossing built specifically to influence deer movement. After a previous...
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Thermal Drones, Food Plot Mistakes & Buck Dispersal | Chasing Giants Podcast #336
As deer season gets closer, Don Higgins and Terry Peer cover some of the biggest topics facing deer hunters right now. This week they discuss: • Thermal drones and why Don installed drone detection technology on his farm. • Herbicide updates after a challenging growing season. • Why residual...
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You're Planting Fall Food Plots TOO EARLY! (Most Hunters Get This Wrong)
Many hunters make the same mistake every summer—they plant their fall food plots too early. This week, Don Higgins and Terry Peer discuss what they discovered while checking food plots in southern Illinois after weeks of heavy rain and mature Johnsongrass infestations. Topics include: • When to...
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The Biggest Food Plot Mistakes We're Seeing Right Now | Chasing Giants #334
Many food plotters are struggling after one of the wettest growing seasons in years. In Episode 334 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer explain why spring food plots have struggled, when it's time to terminate a plot and start over, and how to prepare for a successful fall...
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Can Politics Save Illinois Deer Hunting? Darren Bailey on Illinois Deer Hunting
Illinois was once considered the greatest whitetail state in America. So what happened? This week on Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer sit down with Illinois gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey for an in-depth discussion about the future of deer hunting, conservation, farming,...
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Summer Scouting Secrets + A Life Lesson Every Hunter Needs | Chasing Giants #332
This week on Chasing Giants... Don shares a heartfelt update on Robin's cancer treatments and explains how life's hardest moments have reshaped his priorities. Then the conversation shifts into summer scouting as Don discusses trail camera deployment, early buck observations, food plots, water...
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Making Good Tree Stands GREAT | Don Higgins' Best Habitat Tricks + Doubting Thomas Premiere
Most hunters hang a tree stand and hope for the best. Don Higgins explains why that's not enough. In this episode of Chasing Giants, Don shares several habitat improvements that can transform an average stand location into a consistent mature buck hotspot. Learn how simple changes—including…
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#330 - Can Supplemental Feeding Add 15"+ to a Buck? Don Higgins Answers
Can supplemental feeding actually add 10-15 inches to a mature buck's antlers? In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins tackles one of the most controversial topics in deer management. Don explains the long-term impact of supplemental feeding, fetal programming, mineral…
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#329 | Why Don Higgins Gets More Excited About July Than Opening Day
Episode 329 of the Chasing Giants Podcast is all about preparation for velvet season. Don Higgins and Terry Peer discuss: • Why July 1st is the most important date of the summer • When mature bucks start revealing themselves • Trail camera deployment strategy • Food plot updates and spraying...
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The Biggest Mistake Food Plotters Make in June | Chasing Giants #328
On this episode of Chasing Giants, Don Higgins and Terry Peer discuss one of the most critical times of the year for food plot success. Topics include: • When to spray soybeans and why timing matters • Weed control strategies for Gen 2 soybeans • Nutrient-dense crops and how deer select food...
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Why BIG BUCK Areas Often FAIL Deer Hunters | Chasing Giants 327
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer discuss one of the most misunderstood topics in deer hunting: Why some of the “best” big buck neighborhoods actually become the hardest places to consistently kill mature deer. Don explains: how hunting pressure changes…
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Why BIG BUCK Areas Often FAIL Deer Hunters | Chasing Giants 327
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer discuss one of the most misunderstood topics in deer hunting: Why some of the “best” big buck neighborhoods actually become the hardest places to consistently kill mature deer. Don explains: how hunting pressure changes…
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Why Mature Bucks Go Nocturnal | Chasing Giants Podcast 326
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins returns after spending time helping Robin recover from major surgery at Mayo Clinic. Don shares an emotional update on Robin’s condition, the road ahead with chemo treatments, and thanks the Chasing Giants family for the overwhelming...
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Why Most Hunters NEVER Kill Big Bucks (Bryhn Craft Tells the Truth) | Chasing Giants #325
In this special episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, we sit down with Bryhn Craft of Midwest Land Group—a successful entrepreneur, land expert, and serious big buck hunter. This episode dives deep into: The biggest mistakes hunters make when chasing mature whitetails How habitat management...
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Grow Bigger Food Plots, Gardens & Fruit Trees – Mike Mitchell Breaks It Down | Chasing Giants #324
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Terry Peer sits down with special guest Mike Mitchell of Mike’s Mighty Micros to break down one of the most overlooked factors in plant health—micronutrients. With Don Higgins away caring for family, this episode focuses on delivering real, practical...
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Prayers, Peace & Planting Strategy | Spring Food Plot Advice | Chasing Giants 323
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Terry and Don kick things off with an emotional and heartfelt update on Robin’s health journey following their visit to the Mayo Clinic. Don shares the overwhelming support, prayers, and messages they’ve received—and the peace that has come with it…
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Parenting a Prodigal (Part 2) | The Turning Point Every Parent Prays For | Chasing Assurance #45
In Episode 45 of the Chasing Assurance Podcast, Terry and Terry Peer continue their powerful series on Parenting a Prodigal—diving deeper into what happens when someone walks away from their values… and what it really takes to come back. This episode focuses on the turning point—the moment Jesus...
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Don Shares Personal News + The #1 Mistake Hunters Make | Chasing Giants Podcast 322
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Terry and Don cover a wide range of topics—from real-life challenges to practical hunting strategies that can make or break your season. Don opens up about a deeply personal situation involving his wife Robin and the road ahead. The overwhelming...
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Stop Freezing in the Stand: Joe Miles Breaks Down Cold Weather Mistakes | CG #321
Most hunters think cold weather gear is the problem… It’s not. In this episode, Joe Miles breaks down the biggest mistakes that cause hunters to get cold—and how to fix them. From layering incorrectly to sweating on the walk in, these are the details that separate guys who stay all day from those...
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Don Higgins Breaks Down His Favorite Properties of 2026 - Chasing Giants #320
In this episode of Chasing Giants, Don Higgins and Terry Peer break down their favorite properties from the 2026 consulting season—and what makes them capable of producing mature whitetail bucks year after year. From small acreage setups next to massive sanctuaries… to large, diverse tracts with...
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Why Some Hunting Properties Work Instantly… And Others Fail - Chasing Giants Podcast #319
After evaluating hundreds of hunting properties across the country, some patterns become crystal clear… In this episode of Chasing Giants, Don Higgins and Terry Peer break down: Why some habitat plans work almost instantly What separates a “no-brainer” property from a struggle Real-world…
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INSANE Bedding Cover + 22 Bears on Camera?! | Chasing Giants #318
EXPECT BAD AUDIO DUE TO POOR INTERNET - WE ARE SORRY AND WILL BE BACK TO NORMAL NEXT WEEK. In this episode of Chasing Giants Podcast #318, Terry Peer and Don Higgins break down real-world habitat consulting insights from a northern swing through Wisconsin—and what they’re seeing might surprise…
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Don Higgins on Rope Scrapes, Spring Food Plots, & Spring Habitat Work | CGP 317
In this week’s episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Terry and Don cover a lot of ground as spring habitat season starts taking off. Don shares updates from the road after wrapping up another stretch of consulting visits, including weather extremes, dealer stops, and picking up a new truck from...
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Cut More Trees! How Aggressive TSI Creates Better Deer Habitat
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer dive deep into one of the most misunderstood habitat topics in deer hunting — Timber Stand Improvement (TSI). Many landowners hear the term TSI, but few truly understand how aggressive timber cutting can dramatically…
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Permission Properties, Scrape Magnet Explained, and Our Health Journeys | Chasing Giants Ep. 315
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer dive into several important topics for whitetail hunters and land managers. First, they explain the strategy behind permission properties and why now is the perfect time of year to start knocking on doors. Don shares how...
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Doubting Thomas, Dealer Event & BIG Scrape Magnet News | Chasing Giants Podcast 314
After an exhausting — but incredibly special — two weeks, Don and Terry recap: • The emotional release of the Doubting Thomas video at Shipshewana • A record-breaking Midwest Sportsman’s Classic crowd • The 2026 Real World Dealer Event with 450+ attendees • The overwhelming response to the launch...
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Chasing Giants LIVE at the Midwest Sportsmen’s Classic | Shipshewana, IN | Presented by FAE
The Chasing Giants Podcast invaded Shipshewana, Indiana for the Midwest Sportsmen’s Classic presented by FAE — and what a night it was. Packed house. Major announcements. Live Q&A. Thousands raised for Lester’s Feet. 🔥 In this LIVE episode: - Official launch of Scrape Magnet - Announcement of…
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CWD, One-Buck Limits & The Truth About NDA | Chasing Giants 312
Welcome back to Chasing Giants Podcast Episode 312. This week we dive into: • A 400-acre Western Kentucky property that might produce GIANTS • A 1,400-acre farm with 200 acres of food plots • Why Western Kentucky could be a sleeper big-buck state • The real impact of a one-buck limit • CWD...
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Snow, Sheds & Sorghum: Late-Season Deer Survival | Chasing Giants #311
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer dive deep into late-season deer behavior, winter stress, antler shedding, and critical food sources when snow and cold tighten the screws on whitetails. With snow on the ground across much of the Midwest, deer are piling…
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CULLING BUCKS: Why Shooting 3½-Year-Old 8-Points Actually Works | Chasing Giants #310
Culling bucks might be the most misunderstood topic in whitetail management. In Chasing Giants Podcast Episode #310, Don Higgins and Terry Peer break down why selective buck harvest works, why shooting certain 3½-year-old 8-points is about probability — not ego — and how long-term results tell a...
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Texas Hunt, Brutal Cold, Late Rut Behavior & Winter Habitat Decisions | Chasing Giants Podcast #309
In Episode 309 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Terry Peer and Don Higgins break down how extreme winter weather impacts whitetail deer, and what serious land managers should be doing right now to reduce stress and protect next year’s herd. With brutal cold, deep snow, and howling wind across much…
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LIVE at 360 Blinds: No Script, No Filters — Just Real Questions | Chasing Giants 308
This episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast was recorded LIVE at the 360 Hunting Blinds Dealer Conference — and it’s unlike anything we’ve done before. No script. No pre-planned topics. Just real, unfiltered questions from a room full of experienced hunters, dealers, and business owners. From: •...
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Most Hunters Get This Wrong | The Hard Truth About Killing Mature Bucks | Chasing Giants #307
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, we dive into the real reasons most hunters struggle to consistently kill mature whitetail bucks — and what actually separates successful hunters from the rest. This isn’t theory. This is boots-on-the-ground experience, proven habitat strategy,...
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Kill More Deer. Feed Hungry Kids. | Boone Brothers | Chasing Giants 306
In this powerful episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer welcome one of the rare guests ever to appear on the show — Jon Weece, founder of Boone Brothers. This episode connects big-picture purpose with practical deer management. Jon shares the God-ordained story behind...
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Deer Hunting Is the Platform — Not the Purpose | Faith, Legacy & Late-Season Strategy | Episode 305
In Episode 305 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Terry Peer and Don Higgins sit down for a wide-ranging, honest conversation recorded during the Christmas season—one that goes far beyond deer hunting. This episode dives into: Why deer hunting is the platform, not the purpose Using hunting, land, and...
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When Managing Deer Means Saying NO to Giants | Chasing Giants Podcast #304
Management Bucks, Passing Giants, Early Shed Antlers & Hard Winter Decisions In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer tackle one of the most misunderstood and controversial topics in modern whitetail management — passing a mature target buck and choosing instead…
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Episode 303 – Late-Season Deer Movement, Winter Food Strategy & The Future of Big Bucks
Late-season hunting is here — and with brutal cold, snow, and pressure setting in, deer behavior changes fast. In Episode 303 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Terry Peer and Don Higgins break down: - How cold weather, snow, and cover crops impact late-season deer movement - Why grain vs. green food...
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Late Season EXPLOSION! Why Giants Are Falling Everywhere | Chasing Giants #302
Late season is HERE—and Don Higgins and Terry Peer break down why mature bucks are hitting the dirt all across the Midwest. Episode 302 dives deep into the “perfect recipe” created by snow, cold temps, and strategic food sources. If you’ve waited all year for the best chance at a giant—this is…
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Late Season Starts NOW — Cold Fronts, Bucks on Food, and Thanksgiving Reflections | Episode #301
In this powerful Episode 301 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer record on Thanksgiving Day and bring you an in-depth breakdown of the late-season whitetail transition that is unfolding across the Midwest. With temperatures plummeting nearly 20+ degrees, snow stacking up in...
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EPISODE 300! Don Changes His Mind on the Rut + Drone Debate Heats Up!
Welcome to EPISODE 300 of the Chasing Giants Podcast — brought to you by ASIO Gear! Hard to believe we’ve made it this far. When we started, we didn’t know if we’d even make it to 10 episodes… yet here we are thanks to all of YOU. This week is PACKED with big-picture learning and controversial...
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Doubting Thomas: Don Higgins’ New 203” Giant — Complete Hunt Story Revealed - Episode 299
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Chronicling the constant pursuit of World Class Whitetails. Follow an experienced land manager, consultant, writer, and hunting industry expert throughout the year as he finds, targets, and hunts world class whitetail bucks. Hunting tips and tricks that can be used no matter your skill set, property, or goals this hunting season.
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Terry Peer
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Chronicling the constant pursuit of World Class Whitetails. Follow an experienced land manager, consultant, writer, and hunting industry expert throughout the year as he finds, targets, and hunts world class whitetail bucks. Hunting tips and tricks that can be used no matter your skill set,...
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