Creating Powerful Buck Travel Patterns On Small Parcels

[@stevel6939]

I am a novice hunter really though nearly 60 now. I always followed someone else on hunting trips. They would just say go here, go there, stay in the stand until... etc etc.. This year I bought 30 acres and listened to what this cat had to say and adopted it to my piece of land and this morning I bagged my first buck after stalking him for about 1/4 mile I got up on him, wind in my favor, peak (ish) rut time and a young buck moving down a corridor and bedding area (Just my assessment) that my neighbors help make accidently when they logged on the other side of the fence. so like you said he saw me but did not smell me even though he heard me. A doe would have bolted on 2 and a mature buck on 1 sense compromised. So thanks deer dude. From Casey County Kentucky. - still learning

[@tammymhardy6995]

I absolutely love your videos and your passion! I read, watch videos and most importantly I get out there in the woods and observe as much as I possibly can. All of that paid off last night for me. By Gods grace, I harvested a beautiful 8 point. Although I would’ve rather harvested him via my bow in bow season, I’ll take the blessings of the gun kill last night! One shot and he dropped in his tracks! 🙏🏻 I love learning about the whitetail deer and everything that goes with that... thank you for what you do, I wish we were neighbors 🙏🏻❤️God bless and thank you for sharing your time & knowledge with us!

[@brandonbirdsill1937]

Another bang on video. I watch other "whitetail habitat" videos now that talk about head high hinges and canopy and think to myself, "Ohhh Jeff wouldn't do that!" Your insight to whitetails is incredible.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Thank you very much for...that really means a lot to me! I cringe just because I have seen it fail over such a wide spread area...even after some that make videos, were contracted to completed the cuttings. The landowner is wondering why several years later why they are not working. Anyways I really appreciate the feedback...it certainly adds fuel to the fire!

[@benwatson5012]

This is in my top 5 favorite videos from whs!!! Awsome stuff!!! I watch this one and a few others over and over, it's funny how I notice a little phrase or tid bit that hits me square in the face and blows my mind how much this guy knows what he's doing!!!

[@lloydduston707]

The precision, the habitat features, & the big picture, Jeff is a master at this stuff. I have watched hundreds of habitat videos & this video is the single best one of them all. This video shows how everything you implement works together. Well Done Jeff!

[@jhoffman81]

Gotta say Jeff, this might be my favorite video of yours. Its not just because of the information, its because I came to the same conclusions of my own before ever seeing your video.

[@flatfour76]

Excellent information as always. I have 22 acres and I am implementing a lot of these principles and can't wait for this fall to hopefully see it all come together.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Thanks a lot and that's a great size! I am buying a piece of land of 24.75 acres within the next couple of weeks 🙂 I hope the info helps!

[@ejohnson526]

Thank you so much for your great video's and sharing all your knowledge. You have helped tremendously on our new hunting property here in MN we purchased a couple years ago and by following your advice we are able to hunt and hold deer on it and last year harvest 3 mature bucks off it. Keep up the good work!!

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Man I appreciate the comments so much, but especially hearing about your success! That is outstanding....I love to hear that! Will do my best to keep them coming. Thank you!

[@randlerichardson5826]

Hey brother I’m just gettin time to watch videos. Always watching for your videos.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Hi Randle...hope you have had a good day and shit that big tom!

[@Scofari]

Incredible video Jeff. Thank you!!

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

I really appreciate it and thank you very much! I hope that helps to male even more sense with those habitat cuttings...chainsaw work. Precision is key...

[@garybucher6824]

I wish i would have come across you 7 years ago when i moved in. Im a few miles from you now and getting ready to move to the other side of the bay soon.

[@huntwarbukz4117]

Great.. we started using your advice to connect newest water holes . We Have our minexcavator ... up at camp ...now ..we made them smaller ..and back lil bit in woods ..... about 60 yrd or more ...then food plot ...next is to Make a travel cooridor to the water holes and food plots .. in our newest added on 50acres

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

That all sounds really good...connect the dots ☺️ I look forward to hearing about it this Fall! Enjoy the fun work

[@chrisheinenoutdoors8880]

Great video Jeff! Didn't think you'd do so many videos on small parcel plans but so glad you are! Maybe time for another book focusing on small parcels....just throwing that out there...lol.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Ha, thanks Chris! Actually each one of my books focuses on small parcels ☺️ Basically all of my concepts apply to both large and small. The difference is that on large parcels hunters can make a lot of mistakes and still do fairly well. On a small parcel tho, through concepts have to be applied for consistent success.

[@chrisheinenoutdoors8880]

@@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751then I'll look at adding the other two books I don't have to the library.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

@@chrisheinenoutdoors8880 sounds good Chris...I have 4 :) 5 with the kids book...

[@brianlenneman5032]

Wow, that’s some great info! Like always Dylan puts a great video together! Some really good video and info in one! Great job guys!

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Thank you very much Brian! Mr D does an outstanding job! Feel fortunate to have worked with him for so long. Always appreciate your feedback!

[@brandonmickelson7275]

Hi Jeff, Great video as always. One thing that I would like to see is how you actually access these hill country stands. It seems that if you are coming up from the bottom that you would blow out a lot of deer from the thermals and elevation advantage that they deer have. Also, a follow-up video on how to access flatter/slightly hilly land would be awesome as well. I feel like I might be going in at the right spot but maybe I am moving too fast? Thanks!

[@mztd912]

Looks a lot bigger than 30 acres. Could you do a video showing how you would access some of your stands with the same map in this vid? That'll really help us, more so than the actual stand sites. My biggest challenge has always been "how the heck do I get in here and get out without being detected".

[@erniewhite9595]

If you scout your area and know the travel corridores and terrain then its as easy as knowing what the wind direction is and how your thermals work and how that plays into your area and you can predict deer movement. If deer are coming from a direction you didnt expect then you havent done your home work. This man makes theses videos on properties that he walks and scouts thoroughly and puts all the pieces together. He uses his first hand knowledge of the land and his years of proven experiences in the field to put this picture together then duplicates it on other propertys by scouting. Knowledge is key and everything ya need to know the deer leave behind if you know what to look for. Simply put there is no video you can watch that can tell you how to access or hunt your land or anywhere for that matter you need to take some tips and some experience and a lil know how and use that first hand . Good luck out there and hunt safe.

[@travisethridge4062]

I can also tell you use the town below the land to funnel deer too👌

[@travisethridge4062]

Also, your knowledge and willingness to share is much appreciated

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Oh for sure...like a large lake, pasture, highway, river system, open hardwoods, swamp, etc...always, just about anywhere I hunt. There is always something to use. And thanks...I really enjoy delivering!

[@zachmayhew]

Jeff I would love to see what you would recommend to people that have properties like we have here in south central Nebraska. I hunt a property that is 160 acres. 22 acres is trees that are 60 yards at the widest point because they follow a creek bottom. There is 9 acres of alfalfa on up next to the trees so that has helped a little but it is rough. The whole square mile has 29 acres of trees and the only trees for several miles either direction only follow the creek the rest is crop ground. What are the best practices for attracting a big buck when every where he looks in the summer there is fresh food to eat in every direction.

[@michaelhacker1442]

Hi Jeff your videos have helped me a ton, I'm in Northern MN and when I look for public land hunting spots how do I identify the "Major" food source that would be there evening focus?? Anywhere else it's easy to look for AG but when it's all woods it's different thanks again!

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Thanks a lot Michael! I like clear-cuts, swamp edges with hardwoods and more upland field growth. Also oak islands if any when in a wet area... I hope that helps! And don't forget about finding big private parcels with an obviously good plot program adjacent to public land 😉

[@michaelhacker1442]

@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751 that helps alot thanks as this was my thinking as well but sometimes I way over think things so thanks again I just laid my big boost brassica blend on our own private lots with some Deer Gro Plot start so I'm excited to see the plot! I have winter rye on back order I put that last year and it was like a lush green carpet

[@michaelhacker1442]

I should mention I'm gone the next two weeks and we have been getting alot of rain up north thus why I planted now. And last year I did it to late and I had stunted growth so I went a bit early instead of late

[@danplanck4058]

Thanks for vid Jeff

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Sure thing Dan...always appreciate your comments! Hope it helps you out

[@stevemartic6757]

When you hinge cut your travel corridor, what stops it from becoming a bedding area?

[@randlerichardson5826]

That’s a shame on the good buck Rich found. Great video brother as always. Prayers for you and your family GOD BLESS Amen.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Thank you Randle and it was a shame! But part of hunting for sure...

[@suzmell1]

Hey Jeff just got in and surprise another video I love it just can’t wait for you to convert my property to prime hunting land shut all these negative suckers up once & for all you know they say if you want to throw your money away why not just give it to me bull crap like just can’t wait to shut them the hell up I have nothing but confidence in you & your ability to see & fix things with the help of Ross check going out this week can’t wait to meet & work with you

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Ha well you know I will do my best AND at least you can see what I like to teach! Really looking forward to helping you out...thanks Paul

[@suzmell1]

You know most people start small but I believe if your going to do something then go all out & spare no expense though some people may view this as reckless I see it as a once in a lifetime learning experience with in my opinion a extremely knowledgeable person although I realize there is no guarantee in this venture I also know nothing ventured nothin gained so I say lets drink champagne instead of beer for a change although it’s worth noting I love beer lol so that being sad see ya soon bud.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

@@suzmell1 I fully agree Paul, but with that being said this is also a foundation of habitat improvements, deer hunting strategy and herd management that will last as long as you own the land. That foundation of daily movement is so critical....I am really looking forward to you experiencing how your land will change drastically and positively, after the improvements!! Can't wait Paul 🙂

[@suzmell1]

So you fixing to be by me early afternoon on May 16 & sometime in the morning hours of the 17th yes

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

@@suzmell1 I believe so Paul...whatever Diane says, I don't even have a schedule. She is the boss 😎 for sure...sounds right tho!

[@kolereed9346]

Do deer like clean groomed trails or not really?

[@martinsuper4545]

Do you have an videos on best conditions to hunt mid day? With kids, first thing in the morning and dinner time are awful busy. Any tips on hunting the middle of the day?

[@rickguenther844]

Any point to add water holes if you property has swamp on both sides

[@jakesnake4107]

Hey there Jeff would you recommend putting in a waterhole around a creek that typically drys up during early season?

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Hi Jake! Most definitely...in particular if it was between dry bedding and food...or between dry bedding areas for buck cruising opportunity. In fact a mud filled waterhole typically outcompetes a clear cold Creek anyways.

[@jakesnake4107]

@@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751 awesome I knew I came to the right guy for that question lol. Thanks for all the info you give ALL of us hunters. Love the videos like I always say and appreciate the wisdom Jeff. ~ Jake/South Michigan Deer hunter. :)

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

@@jakesnake4107 ha well you are so welcome Jake and you are welcome - love helping out! Enjoy the spring green up in southern MI! I just got a sunburn on a client parcel in Vermontville last Monday 😎

[@owens35351]

I'm just gonna put up those deer crossing signs like they put on the streets where they want the deer to cross.🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Lol! You know what John...I've hit 12 deer with my trucks (two at once)...those dang signs don't lie 😉

[@genekelley7579]

Great Information, however not applicable for folks hunting a Public Land. Do you have any suggestions for folks who hunt public land??

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Thanks Gene! Over 1/2 of my 400+ videos apply to hunting public land...how to hunt, scout, manage scent, hunt the weather, use thermals, mane and forecast the rut, etc...the majority. I also have a public land playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLmV8Ilexgmhfhq31_lulJiD0mh-OmGtd0 But outside of the public land playlist...over 1/2 of all my videos apply to public land hunting. The advanced hunting playlist has a high % too. Also today's video applies to public or private land. It will be published around 7am Central...

[@dougbarber3400]

Jeff once again another great video full of information, As fare as hinge cutting goes, It looks like that most of your hing cutting is perpendicular to the travel corridor or line of movement. do you ever hing cut with the tree lying parallel to the line of movement ?

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Thanks a lot Doug and that is great that you asked that question. It is not a good idea to ever cut parallel to the intended line of movement...in fact I have seen long stretches of parallel cuttings where deer have completely avoided to cattle shoot it creates... I hope that helps Doing and if you have completed anybody those parallel cuttings, you just need to cut out holes in the parallel logs every 10-15 yards on either side, randomly.

[@dougbarber3400]

@@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751 Thanks Jeff. I have not started cutting anything as of yet. Just got the property last week and starting to put the plan down on paper. As always keep it coming and I will keep socking it up Sir

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

@@dougbarber3400 you are very welcome Doug and I will do my best!

[@stevernathan6189]

What kinda like food should I do in upstate New York to help attract deer on like a 10 acre peice of land

[@connoreberly7460]

What date should I be finished putting up stands, clearing lanes, or cutting down trees on my property so that I don’t deter any bucks coming onto my property?

[@JCC1256]

Do You still add water holes when there’s creeks and run off? Thanks

[@neilstafford4479]

Great Video, Thanks

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

You are welcome Nick and thank you very much? Really hope it helps you this year

[@pecosray]

Great info.. I'm trying to implement what I can, Due to COVID, I had to leave my Deer lease 400+ Acres and I'm working a 20 Acre spot on my daughters place, Lots of pigs but I get an occasional Whitetail Buck, Question is... How do I keep that buck coming in. I see him on Trail cam every couple weeks. I've install a licking branch and use Code Blue Rack Rub, Corn feeder runs regularly but he never hits it, lots vegetation and water around. I've counted up to 3 deer bucks and does at a time on gamecam but only a couple times a month.

[@benpena2832]

Jeff, great video; I have a natural corridor that has overgrown grass about knee high; would it be appropriate to mow it down to create more defined corridor edge?

[@nickmillican4341]

So according to your map, the majority of the travel corridors you created run east to west, with travel connections on the outside of the property running north and south?

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

They run all directions...east and west movements are north and south up and down benched along major points. The parcel always determines direction though...location of access, cabin, neighbors, etc. I have to add too...those E/W movements are 2 extremely different elevations...with 2 very high powered N/S connecting them on the east and west sides of the land...

[@brennansullivan7717]

Awesome video Jeff! With a property consisting of three blocks of woods and a cattail marsh in the center holding the majority of bedding, how do you suggest creating travel corridors to hold the bucks consistently?

[@randlerichardson5826]

Great advice.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Thank you Randle!

[@justinbrown819]

Your travel corridor looks very wide in this video. What is the narrowest I can get away with?

[@DRAKED411]

Thank you!! I will take your advice!!!! Ps a week or so ago some of your subscribers asked what I was doing to have more bucks than does on my property I didn’t mention that out of my 167 acre I only use about 60 to 80 acres the rest is never been hunted.at least not to my knowledge,!,, and when I say more bucks than does I mean during the hunting season!! Not so right now???? Don’t know if that’s good or bad.??????.”

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Drake thank you very much and you are welcome! Check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmrQnneNebuMb5I I have experienced many times over that what you do in the off season has no bearing in the season. I stop all activities with the exception of planting, roughly 4 weeks before the season begins. After all...bucks shouldn't really be on your land to a high degree, until the season actually begins...

[@DRAKED411]

@@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751 Really???? Man Jeff you just made my day!! I was worried when a lot of big deer seems to have left but I still have a couple of the biggest ones still here? Still with the racks on them. I thought I remembered you saying something about this that its not really a bad thing or it's supposed to work that way??or something like that?? Anyway thank you for taking the time to communicate with me. It means a lot to me anyway thank you Jeff!!!!

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

@@DRAKED411 you are very welcome Drake! I find there are usually a couple if mature bucks holding around...but the vast majority arrive during the season. I also find mature bucks if focused in your land...will forgive your intrusions after 3-4 weeks. Your land can heal. So if you are stopping most activities about a month prior to the season you cover that period of time for your land to heal... Hope that makes sense!

[@DRAKED411]

Whitetail Habitat Solutions Absolutely thank you Jeff I appreciate it.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

@@DRAKED411 you are welcome Drake!

[@Jayinbloom]

How many acres is this ?

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

30 acres of woods, 8 acres of fields

[@jasonpage5872]

Jeff, what's the best way to contact you for a consulting? I'm in central IL

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Hi Jason...all scheduling good thru my wife at [e-mail] or the work line at 608-452-2632. We are in your area towards the end of March/2020...would be great to schedule something for you of that time frame works out for you. I know that's a long ways off!

[@jasonpage5872]

@@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751 thanks for the quick response! Next year would be better for me anyway. I will send her an email. Thanks for all of the content you provide!

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

@@jasonpage5872 that sounds great Jason, and you are very welcome! We already have someone booked down there with deposit, during a very specific time. I book from Dec to September, but I would guess my only time down there in 2020 just because of the way our schedule is booked out or typically books out. Thanks Jason, she will respond right away...her name is Diane.

[@randlerichardson5826]

I was thanking the hinge cutting will make great places for hen turkeys to nest in to brother.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

I would think so too Randle!

[@angelaburruss3356]

You talk the truth

[@jjoutdoorsvideomagazine9240]

This is the same guy who says that peeing in the woods will not hurt your hunting. He says you can even pee in a scrape and it will not hurt it. This is hog wash. Deer will know the difference. If a doe comes to a scrape and pees in it and then a buck comes by 3 hours later he will know if that doe is in estrous or not. If he can tell that then he will know if it is human or deer. You can't believe everything that these so called experts on deer are saying. If you have any common sense at all will tell you that companies are selling and developing deer scents to attract deer not humans.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Ha, watch the vids bud...1000s of hours if B roll after peeing in scrape. Get out of the dark ages and educate yourself. Old news. I suggest you find a channel with poor information...plenty of those and probably fits your style more 😁 move along...

[@larby69]

@@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751 J&J is most likely his own worst enemy... Texas A&M has done studies on human urine in deer scrapes... .. I urinate in gatorade bottles through out the season in NYS and then I freshen up scrapes. The big buck pictures I get are amazing...

[@daveulrich4623]

Whitetail Habitat Solutions The dude does have 221 subscribers though.............................