This episode takes place late Sunday night after the guys return from family vacation. Ready to tackle the tasks for the week, they outline their projects and spend some time talking about utilization cages. One of the most overlooked tools a land manager has. After answering some questions, Don tells a story about a GIANT typical he shot years ago. There are some great lessons learned from this buck. Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoor...
Aug 08, 2022•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 130
This episode has some tips and tricks for watching your target bucks during the summer. From glassing from the road to hiding in cover. Don explains his techniques and tricks. Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higginsoutdoors Higgins Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/higginsoutd... Find your dream property: www.buyafarm.com Food Plot Seed: https://www.realworldwildl...
Aug 01, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 129
Don gives some advise to help people decide when to plant the fall food plots. Risks of going to early or to late. Also, Don talks about rainbows on his recent drive home from Maine. Didn't see this one coming... Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higginsoutdoors Higgins Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/higginsoutd... Find your dream property: www.buyafarm.com Food ...
Jul 25, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 128
There was a lot of content in this episode. Don and Terry are very excited based on some early trail camera data. Terry goes on a rant about some of Don's haters that was so bad he had to do a voice over and apologize. One of the questions sparked some conversation about deer hunting competitions. Why do we always compare or compete? Does it have a place in hunting? Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: ht...
Jul 17, 2022•59 min•Ep. 127
This episode is a good one. The guys discuss wheat prices and how some farmers may dive into double cropping this year. If this is the case in your area, will it change your late season food source and patterns? Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higginsoutdoors Higgins Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/higginsoutd... Find your dream property: www.buyafarm.com Food P...
Jul 10, 2022•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 126
This episode was the raffle drawing live from Fishers, IN for the 2022 Lester's Feet Project Raffle hosted by Solid Rock Chapel. Don and Terry draw names for 79 prizes valued at over $150,000 including a new tractor, pole barn kit, and a 2022 Chevy Truck. I hope you enjoy listening to the reactions as the guys called the grand prize winners live on this podcast.
Jul 05, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 125
Just a quick reminder that this weeks episode will be the drawing for the Lester's Feet Project Raffle held by Solid Rock Chapel. We will air this episode live on at least Facebook Live (Higgins outdoors page) and possibly here on YouTube if we have enough bandwidth. If not, the video and audio will be uploaded later in the night. Hope to see you July 4th at 3:00 PM EST
Jul 04, 2022•3 min•Ep. 124
Great questions from listeners this week. Don and Terry discuss busy schedules, deep sea fishing, and trail camera batteries. Lester's Feet Foundation - www.lestersfeetfoundation.org Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higginsoutdoors Higgins Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/higginsoutd... Find your dream property: www.buyafarm.com Food Plot Seed: https://www.realwor...
Jun 27, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 123
Don dives into a topic that is rarely discussed. How stress from extreme heat play a role into the overall herd health through the summer. Not only does the heat hurt the fawns but also the doe. Stress from weather and environment can play such a huge role in your local deer herd. What can we do about it? Lester's Feet Foundation - www.lestersfeetfoundation.org Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https:/...
Jun 20, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 122
This episode Don and Terry answer specific questions about residual herbicides and their current testing. Don looks for to buy a new farm. Also, Don tells the story about a buck he shot about 1990 as he starts a new series in his trophy room. Lester's Feet Foundation - www.lestersfeetfoundation.org Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higginsoutdoors Higgins Outdoors Instagram: ht...
Jun 12, 2022•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 121
for some reason the previous upload cut off short - here is the full version. Lots of questions fill out this episode including Don going into detail about the latest fad in food plotting - ROLLER CRIMPING Lester's Feet Foundation - www.lestersfeetfoundation.org Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higginsoutdoors Higgins Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/higginsoutd.....
Jun 06, 2022•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 120
This episode showcased 5 listener submitted questions that really challenge Don and Terry. After discussing where they stand with spring food plots, they answer five tough questions this week. Lester's Feet Foundation - www.lestersfeetfoundation.org Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higginsoutdoors Higgins Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/higginsoutd... Find your d...
May 29, 2022•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 119
Lester's Feet Foundation - www.lestersfeetfoundation.org Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higginsoutdoors Higgins Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/higginsoutd... Find your dream property: www.buyafarm.com Food Plot Seed: https://www.realworldwildlifeproducts... Best Deal on Chevy Trucks - home of the new diesel truck every year https://www.buyavictorychevy.com/ Be...
May 22, 2022•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 118
This episode, Don and Terry both are in the middle of planting. Working around the weather and planting when the time is right is key. Lester's Feet Foundation - www.lestersfeetfoundation.org Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higginsoutdoors Higgins Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/higginsoutd... Find your dream property: www.buyafarm.com Food Plot Seed: https://ww...
May 15, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 117
This episode pays tribute to Mother's Day, Hunting Ethics, and a Broadhead Debate between Don Higgins and Joe Miles. Lester's Feet Foundation - www.lestersfeetfoundation.org Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higginsoutdoors Higgins Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/higginsoutd... Find your dream property: www.buyafarm.com Food Plot Seed: https://www.realworldwildlif...
May 08, 2022•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 116
In this episode, Don goes into the top four properties he visited this year. What they had in common with each other may suprise you. Lester's Feet Foundation - www.lestersfeetfoundation.org Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higginsoutdoors Higgins Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/higginsoutd... Find your dream property: www.buyafarm.com Food Plot Seed: https://www...
May 02, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 115
This week Don and Terry wrap up consulting season and prepare to go all in on Spring Food Plot Season. Lessons learned from properties this winter along with starting a check list on each of their farms. Link to purchase Raffle Tickets to support Lester's Feet Foundation - www.lestersfeetfoundation.org Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higginsoutdoors Higgins Outdoors Instagram...
Apr 25, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 114
Don and Terry both admit they are behind with their home farm projects. The next few weeks the list of projects will be going strong. Consulting season is about over and it is time to focus on preparations. Don now has 18 bucks he is watching over 160". Time will tell if they blow up to what he is looking for. He is preparing now for each of those 18 bucks. Follow Along! Link to purchase Raffle Tickets to support Lester's Feet Foundation - www.lestersfeetfoundation.org Camo for Tree Stand Hunter...
Apr 18, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 113
Don talks about managing properties in big connecting woods while on his trip up North. Finding the weakest link is always the key. Don and Terry discuss upcoming Easter holiday and what it means to them. Fantastic Lester's Feet Segment you will not want to miss. Link to purchase Raffle Tickets to support Lester's Feet Foundation - www.lestersfeetfoundation.org Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https:/...
Apr 10, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 112
Don and Terry discuss the recent Illinois Deer Show where Don did a presentation on "The rise and fall of the Illinois Deer Herd." Courage to speak up and be part of something good is needed today. The silent majority can not sit back any longer and keep letting the world go down the toilet. Great questions from our listeners this week including our first question from a female listener. Lester's Feet Raffle and family update are also included. Enjoy! Link to purchase Raffle Tickets to support L...
Apr 04, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 111
This episode is a double feature from the last 2022 Master Class weekend. This is filled with in depth reviews and dialog about Asio Camo, Duramax Trade-In Program with Chris Yates at Victory Chevrolet, and a special moment with Al Foster (Don's Mentor). He knew Don back when he had a permed mullet (pictures included). Link to purchase Raffle Tickets to support Lester's Feet Foundation - www.lestersfeetfoundation.org Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https:...
Mar 27, 2022•2 hr 33 min•Ep. 110
This episode welcomes Joe Johnson (Don's longtime friend) who is all things shed hunting. Don, Terry, and Joe talk about shed hunting before opening the floor up for questions from those attending the master class.
Mar 20, 2022•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 109
Live from the 2022 Master Class, Dr. Bronson Strickland joins Don and Terry to discuss his research with managing and understanding whitetail deer. A lot of time is spent discussing antler restrictions and key management practices like supplemental feeding. Great questions from the live audience.
Mar 13, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 108
In this episode, Don and Terry are joined by Asio Gear's Joe Miles live at the Dixie Deer Classic in Raleigh, NC. This episode starts with an introduction by the promotional staff before Don and Terry start the live event. We left it all on the recording. Don starts off by showing everyone that he knows how to get a group of southern folks fired up!
Mar 07, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 107
In this episode, Don starts by talking about some farms that had Nutri-Crave Corn. His observations about how this can be a tool to make your property different. He also shares a story about a buck that has been on the hit list for a few years. He found the sheds of the infamous 5x6 as an 8 year old! Is he killable?
Feb 27, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 106
Episode #105 was recorded in front of a live studio audience in Shipshewana, IN at the Midwest Sportsman's Classic. Don and Terry recorded in on Thursday and Saturday and uploaded both of these back to back for episode #105 Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higginsoutdoors Higgins Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/higginsoutd... Find your dream property: www.buyafar...
Feb 20, 2022•2 hr 22 min•Ep. 105
This episode combines Chasing Giants Podcast #104 with Real World's "its time to get real" episode 3 discussing deer nutrition. Terry sets Don up on an epic rant that gets his blood boiling but focus is spent on the latest news from Real World on how Humic Acid can help reduce symptoms of CWD. Also, in our Lester's Feet segment, listeners get to hear about our friend Lindsey.
Feb 13, 2022•2 hr 10 min•Ep. 104
This episode talks about the benefits of frost seeding. What products work and what do not. When do you frost seed? And most importantly soil prep is key. Add this dialog to 4 great questions from listeners. We hope you enjoy this episode! Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higginsoutdoors Higgins Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/higginsoutd... Find your dream prope...
Feb 06, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 103
This episode is highlighted by the announcement of 2022 Lester's Feet Raffle which will be hosted by Solid Rock Chapel in Sullivan Illinois, Victory Chevrolet and Midwest Land Group are going together and providing a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado Trail Boss to raffle off and raise money for our families. Don has an epic rant at the end with some good questions from our listeners. Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Fac...
Jan 30, 2022•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 102
This episode has 5 listener submitted questions. Don explains why Ariel Map consulting is not a good investment based on a question from a listener. In addition, the guys talk about working in the hunting industry. The Lester's Feet Segment introduces you to a baby named Waylon. Hope you enjoy. Camo for Tree Stand Hunters - www.asiogear.com Higgins Outdoors Website: https://higginsoutdoors.com/ Higgins Outdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higginsoutdoors Higgins Outdoors Instagram: https:...
Jan 23, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 101
