Episode 224 - Saving Fawns and Farming for Nutrients: Insights from Don Higgins

In this episode of the Chasing Giants podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Pier discuss topics related to deer hunting, farming for nutrients, and the physiological world of fawns. Don shares insights on the challenges of managing fawns, the importance of farming for nutrition, and the impact of regenerative agriculture on food plots. The conversation also delves into the significance of nutrient-dense plants for deer health and the innovative approach of Real World Wildlife Products in developing high-quality, nutrient-rich products for deer. The episode provides valuable insights for deer hunters and land managers seeking to optimize their food plots for deer health and antler growth. The conversation covers a range of topics related to deer hunting, land management, and habitat planning. It delves into the use of fertilizers, the attraction of nutrient-rich plants to deer, the impact of technology on deer hunting, and the challenges of managing deer in urban areas. The hosts also discuss the importance of creating undisturbed bedding cover for mature bucks and the significance of Sunday night prayer time for the deer hunting community.
deer hunting, farming for nutrients, fawns, regenerative agriculture, food plots, nutrient-dense plants, Real World Wildlife Products, deer health, antler growth, land management, deer hunting, land management, habitat planning, fertilizers, nutrient-rich plants, technology impact, urban deer management, undisturbed bedding cover, Sunday night prayer time

[@aaronshorter864]

I’ve had pictures of one fawn in a plot. Great episode. And I like listening to the Sunday evening prayer.

[@tylercagle1486]

Don, when are yall going to start selling those shirts. My wife and I both want one so bad!

[@chasinggiantswithhigginsou6147]

I will look into it!

[@MattDykstra1991]

I recently spoke with a iowa DNR officer and this was the info i got from him. No cameras on State public land can be left overnight. County can make their own decisions.
Cell cameras regs on private are the same they have been

[@uncled8418]

Thxs fellas, prayers for your family

[@chrisdalrymple4048]

Found the remains of 1 fawn in my driveway, luckily it was part of twins which was confirmed the other day when I saw the mom and other fawn. Have noticed growth in my plots and have fenced off all my trees in the plot areas

[@Raised-Right]

Great show guys.

[@BigWoods40]

Thank you

[@robertpettit2636]

I had to move a fawn while planting yesterday had gloves on it was fine

[@Dougcusick]

KS did the same with cams on public land? Not sure if it’s 100% all public?

[@richstafford1245]

I watched a podcast and they said they were scouting Kansas public land this spring and cell cameras were everywhere. So much for legislation that is difficult if not impossible to enforce

[@jeremysluder1384]

Kansas banned use of all trail cameras on KDWP managed land in 2023 so all KS WIHA prohibits using cameras. Private land it is still legal.

[@chrisdalrymple4048]

I saw the cell camera outlawing post on you tube

[@longrangecrypto380]

Compost tea is the easiest and cheapest way to add bios to your soil.

[@davidprygon4650]

Permethrin, has worked for me in past.

[@Mo75149-j]

Iowa ban cams on public? Well it's coming to all the big buck states, in time.