Is Summer Scouting For Whitetails Worth It? | Raised Hunting Podcast

Summer time is finally here and we all know what that brings, velvet bucks! If you are like us, then the chances are you will be driving down the gravel roads on summer nights looking for velvet slobs. For a lot of deer hunters, this is the begging of the summer scouting routine and a way to get an inventory of your deer. The real question is, does summer scouting really pay off? On this episode of the Raised Hunting Podcast, we break down our summer scouting strategies and give our opinions of why summer scouting may not be worth your time. We discuss some new strategies we are implementing for this coming season, as well as what new hunters should be really looking for during the summer months. We also dive into the new hunting laws that have been put in place here in Iowa, and how they can effect public land hunting. So what do you guys think, is summer scouting for whitetails worth it?
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[@ericrobards1209]

Great podcast #1 hunting podcast out there!

[@RaisedHuntingPodcast]

Thanks Eric we really appreciate it! We have had a lot of fun with producing this podcast!

[@BnBCustomGameCalls]

Awesome podcast. Thank you guys for all of em

[@WilliamAyers-sp4tt]

Another great episode guys. Summer scouting for me is a waste of time. Most of the older deer I have history with have a completely different summer range than fall. I setup my stands based on prior years movement. But, I also have hunted the same property for 40 years. If I had to start hunting a new property, summer scouting to me would be more useful. Thanks for keeping it real guys.

[@RaisedHuntingPodcast]

The fall ranges vs summer ranges can make it difficult for scouting velvet bucks at times. We have a number of bucks we know of based on history that move their fall ranges on to our spots and we see the a few fields over in the summer. Others do the exact opposite. Like Warren said in the episode, shed season can be one of your biggest scouting tools. With hunting a new property, we agree the benefits of summer scouting could be much better. We appreciate the support on the podcast and love producing it every week!

[@jedhuf7548]

lol this just came on randomly and then I heard my name. Liked and subscribed!!

[@curtismerriman9956]

Great podcast. The more I learn the luckier it get!

[@RaisedHuntingPodcast]

We really appreciate it! We are glad your are learning a lot! Good luck this season and we hope this helps you pin down your target buck!

[@Droptinecreations]

Finding mast trees in the summer is a good tip for early season

[@devoyoder5631]

Love the podcast as always, I Love summer evenings scouting. Keep up the Good work.. looking forward to antlers in August.

[@RaisedHuntingPodcast]

We appreciate it! Summer scouting and preparation can be incredibly fun. It is always exciting to drive around and looking for velvet bucks on summer nights!

[@Jakedalluge]

Nick good job this week! You are on top of the upload sir 😂😂

[@RaisedHuntingPodcast]

He appreciates the support! 🤣🤣

[@markhall1169]

Btw enjoy the open discussion and arguments, lol. Good luck to yall this fall

[@DBProductions.423]

I think summer scouting is a very useful tool. You gain an inventory of the bucks who will stay on the property and those who may leave and visit during the rut. Also, in TN we have a velvet season! So summer scouting is great to pattern and kill big bucks.

[@briansheffied7037]

Another great episode. Keep up the great work, new episodes can’t come out fast enough. 😂

[@justinhenry5823]

Summer scouting is one of those things that I believe is kind of a confidence booster. Some of the information that you might gather might not be any good by the time the season comes I think it’s just part of the 365 lifestyle. It’s part of deer hunting , greatly appreciate what you guys do. Love the faith and family aspect.

[@jeremyrupczyk]

I think they may be referring to me being the angry brother since I disagreed completely with the no man’s zone podcast, but anyway summer scouting definitely can be help get you ready for the fall. Good convo!! Keep it up!

[@RaisedHuntingPodcast]

Hey man we love seeing the opinions both you and your brother give on the podcast. Whether you agree with what we say or not! We love the conversation it brings. Summer scouting can definitely have it's perks, especially on new piece of ground that your are hunting. Any information you can gather can be beneficial! We appreciate the weekly support👍!

[@Jakedalluge]

I do have to say I'm huge on driving around glassing. It's became a nightly routine with my 2 older kids, seeing what we can find for deer in what area. Every year from late August/early September to October 1 we have our route we take every night.

[@RaisedHuntingPodcast]

As David said, driving the dirt roads in the summer looking for bucks is always a great way to get the kids and new hunters involved and seeing deer. It's also just a great way to spend quality time with the kids. We always get excited around this time of year to see what new bucks are around and who made it through the winter. It never gets old seeing a bachelor group lining a hill!

[@Jakedalluge]

@whitehondarider22 that's crazy, must be bad where you are located

[@NorthernHillbillyAdventures]

I don’t know why I’m the angry brother Easton but if you say so. 😂😂😂😂 good job guys, another great podcast

[@RaisedHuntingPodcast]

🤣It's funny how we have bother you brothers questioning who is the "angry" one. We always appreciate the support every week from both of you guys, it is fun getting the comments!

[@NorthernHillbillyAdventures]

@@RaisedHuntingPodcast you still haven’t posted my elk hunt 😂😂

[@midwesternoutdoorsandnatur8272]

Nice to know who is still around but for my farm I’m fall range for most local bucks and rarely do I kill bucks that were on me in July. My best scouting is just after season on late season food I plant.

[@hubhanger1504]

where can we send in a hunting story? thnx enjoy the show

[@benbearkiller]

Skip to 31:00 to the actual topic at hand

[@adamhanson7950]

Respect your dad boys. Jeez.

[@EricS_007_]

Wish they would ban cellular cams everywhere, I put them in the same category with crossbows.

[@markhall1169]

In agreement, it should be 1 for all or none private or public. It's not gonna affect people like us because we will be out there, sun or shine camera or no camera. All i do is hunt public wouldnt want it any other way, either. We will lose a lot of these new hunters because they love the trail cameras. So where does that put us in the long run as a WHOLE? I could be selfish and say awesome gonna be fewer people in the woods, etc, but long-term hunting, what does that do? Im not wrong. We will lose a LOT of new hunters.

[@benbearkiller]

I think it should just be cell cams but honestly if I could afford cell cams I would use them. I I think it’s all around stupid and on private land they could go f themselves.

[@kylebell850]

Negative. Seed ticks have hatched.