S1-E15: How to E-scout for the Whitetail Rut

How to E-Scout for the Rut

Traditional rut hunting advice can typically be broken down into two game plans: Either you use the terrain to ambush a cruising buck, or you set up downwind of the does and wait. There’s nothing wrong with either of these strategies, but you must understand why deer are where they are right now—or at least where they should be—to capitalize on the breeding season. This is where e-scouting for the rut comes into play. Sure, you can scour...

How to E-Scout Big Woods for Whitetails

A majority of the public lands available to hunt whitetails in the North, South, and East are made up of tracts of forests—rather than the farmlands of the Midwest. In my opinion, the Appalachian region gives you the best opportunity to get away from the crowds and find adventure for that reason. Figuring out how to hunt these big tracts of timber can be overwhelming, but is far from impossible. E-scouting is always my first step prior to getting...

How to E-Scout for Shed Hunting

Shed hunting, from the outside looking in, can seem quite simple: walk a lot, look on the ground, and find antlers. But the search for whitetail sheds is rarely this straightforward. Consistent shed hunting success requires both an understanding of deer habitat and behavior, and a smart strategy for searching the right places. Scouting with online maps, known as e-scouting, can help with both of these tasks. Why? One quality separates expert...