Chronicling the constant pursuit of World Class Whitetails. Follow an experienced land manager, consultant, writer, and hunting industry expert throughout the year as he finds, targets, and hunts world class whitetail bucks. Hunting tips and tricks that can be used no matter your skill set, property, or goals this hunting season.
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Chronicling the constant pursuit of World Class Whitetails. Follow an experienced land manager, consultant, writer, and hunting industry expert throughout the year as he finds, targets, and hunts world class whitetail bucks. Hunting tips and tricks that can be used no matter your skill set, property, or goals this hunting season.
In Episode 284 of Chasing Giants, Don Higgins and Terry Peer dive deep into the current state of deer hunting in Illinois—and why it’s more frustrating than ever. Don shares raw insight from recent trail camera checks across six properties, and the results are not encouraging.
Topics covered:
Disappointing buck numbers across key Illinois locations
Why DNR and political decisions are crippling herd health
A surprising take on nuisance tags and sharpshooting
How cover crops could revolutionize permission hunting
Don’s next legacy project with his grandsons
Big updates on Chasing Giants TV filming and special projects for the Midwest Sportsman's Classic
If you care about land, legacy, and the future of hunting, this episode is a must-listen.
🎯 Leave your thoughts on Don’s take in the comments—especially if you live in Illinois!
Chasing Giants with Don Higgins
Chronicling the constant pursuit of World Class Whitetails. Follow an experienced land manager, consultant, writer, and hunting industry expert throughout the year as he finds, targets, and hunts world class whitetail bucks. Hunting tips and tricks that can be used no matter your skill set, property, or goals this hunting season.
