#314 - Do This For Your Best November Ever: Mastering The Mental Aspect of The Rut with Bobby Kendall

From The WHTL Podcast - Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests Jake Hofer

On today's episode of The Exodus Podcast, we are back with part 2 of our conversation talking with Bobby Kendall. Bobby is the owner of The Whitetail Group and has made a career of developing farms to turn them into Giant Whitetail Heaven, all while putting 15 deer over 160" on the wall himself. We discuss:

Understanding deer mindset and hunting strategies based on specific dates and phases
Utilizing a deer's nose as an advantage in November hunting
The importance of timing during the pre-lockdown and post-lockdown
Hunting big deer from November 5th to November 12th, between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., can lead to magical moments and higher chances of success
Having the right mindset can make all the difference in the hunt.
The most susceptible time to kill mature deer is in November
Balancing patience and persistence is crucial when not seeing any deer during a hunt
Choosing hunting spots downwind of doe bedding areas or pinch points between bedding areas
Having a systematic approach, a plan, and sticking to their hunting philosophies are essential
The peak of deer activity and breeding typically occurs around November 14th
Having a systematic approach and executing a plan is crucial for hunting success
When a big deer calls a place home, it's difficult to make them leave.