In this episode, Beau Martonik talks with Michael Perry, author of Deer Hunting Secrets to taking Mature Bucks on Public Lands, and Johnny Stewart, successful deer hunter in all regions of the country. They discuss mature buck behavior influenced by his trapping experiences, similarities/differences in regions, what to do when there’s no mast crop, what has changed over the last 40 years of hunting public land, hunting high vs. low deer populations in the big woods, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:03:52 - Getting To Know Michael 00:09:55 – Making The Most Of Hunting Season 00:11:39 – Comparing Hunting High Deer Population vs. Lower Deer Populations 00:13:59 – Lessons From A 170 Iowa Buck 00:15:59 – Big Buck Avoid Other Deer 00:19:07 – Micheal’s Hunting Career 00:28:38 – Beau’s Oldest Deer Story 00:33:07 – Deer Vocals 00:42:02 – How Hunting Has Changed Over The Years 00:50:49 – Adapting to Environmental Changes 00:52:44 – What To Do When There's No Mast Crop 01:07:17 – Michael’s Hunting Success 01:11:00 – Final Thoughts and Reflections Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @thejohhnnystewart @18outdoors Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals/Gear: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
