Every hunter faces it sooner or later — that sinking feeling after the shot when the blood trail fades. In this episode, JD and Jonny sit down with Shane Simpson, co-creator of the TRAKR app and one of the most respected deer trackers in the country.Shane breaks down what really happens after the shot — from reading sign and understanding hit location, to how blood tracking dogs are changing recovery odds for hunters across the country. You’ll hear how the TRAKR app is connecting hunters and trackers faster than ever, what hunters should do (and not do) before calling a tracker, and how privacy and data are helping everyone become more ethical, successful hunters.Plus, the crew dives into mobile setups, off-season scouting, and how tools like the Nested Treestand system give hunters a serious edge in pressured states.This one’s packed with real talk, hard-earned lessons, and more than a few laughs.⸻🔗 Links & Resources🧭 Download the TRAKR App: https://www.gettrakr.com/▶️ Follow Shane Simpson on YouTube:  @ShaneSimpsonHunting  🌲 Check out Nested Treestands: https://nestedtreestands.com/HUNT10📸 Follow HUNTXP: HUNTXP.com ⸻🦴 Key Takeaways • How to interpret blood trails and hit sign before calling a tracker. • Why blood tracking dogs are changing the game — and how to find one fast. • The biggest mistakes hunters make after the shot (and how to avoid them). • The power of privacy and how the TRAKR app protects your hunting spots. • Why early-season scouting and real data can make you a better hunter. • Bonus: JD and Jonny share their funniest close calls and bear run-ins.#HUNTXP #DeerTracking #ShaneSimpson #TRAKRApp #WhitetailHunting #BloodTrail #HuntingDogs #DeerRecovery #BowhuntingTips #PublicLandHunter #HuntingEthics #DeerHuntingPodcast #TrackingDeerAfterTheShot