4 Small Deer Habitat Design Problems Solved

Do you have a weird, deer habitat layout and design problem that needs to be solved? Here are 4 small parcel fixes that can help take your small deer hunting parcel to the next level...
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[@tylerodle1535]

Love you addressing the cabin in the middle which is my case. You guys are always staying ahead and being creative.

[@mizler6444]

To be honest after watching a ton of your videos I implemented your strategies on my families land and we’ve had more bucks this season than ever before. Not only are they on camera they are on camera during prime time daylight hours. I really appreciate all the advice you give!

[@alexpinnow6509]

Not surprised mizler, I've seen the same thing! Little spooky in july-august but they keep coming back so I'm going to keep tweaking things and improving

[@claudiolopez2642]

I love your videos. I grew up in Pontiac. My mom worked at plant 9 and the fiero plant. When you say “up north” or “lapeer” you understand the area. Trying to improve my place in west branch. Keep up the good work.

[@Grizzlife]

Thank Jeff for the cabin layout. I’ve done exactly what you explained.

[@micon9460]

I've watched the channel for 2.5yrs or so and it's opened my mind about how to approach things. I think involving Dylan more is a good thing....I'd like to get his perspective on a lot of the topics you talk about. Does ue have a channel?

[@ronaldsemerena4810]

Thanks for the info! I'll construct two 1/4 acre food plots on diagonal corners of a 20 acre parcel and make a winding 12' trail through longleaf pine to connect them; avoiding sight of the house.

[@EpicWhitetailHabitatLLC]

I can relate with the whole glasses and contacts. Glasses since I was 8. Contacts since 18. 45 now, almost.

[@hcoutdoors2369]

Love the videos! Idea...your agenda (writing) should be moved left and/or smaller. I really look forward to the drawings/pictures so having them bigger would be helpful. Keep up the great work.

[@ryanj8274]

Lasik, best thing I’ve experienced

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Man I would love that if I could!

[@dylanmorin4770]

Limiting your intake of lactate like milk products will help as well

[@emerytakacs7040]

Yes.. with pasteurized dairy, but not necessarily so with raw dairy. In raw grassfed dairy all the enzymes and nutrition is in tack for the proper digestion, so not much if any nutrition benefit of pasteurized dairy. I've seen people and heard so many stories of people that were lactose intolerant and had no issues with grassfed raw dairy. Have a great day 😉

[@dylanmorin4770]

@Emery Takacs eeehhhh there is lactose free milk for sure but most pasteurized milk still has lactate in it. Nice try but it's the lactate that affects the crowns and cones inside the retina

[@emerytakacs7040]

@@dylanmorin4770 maybe so, but what I was referring to is that raw milk has the enzymes needed to process the lactose as God designed and so most people do not have lactose issues like with pasteurized dairy... Lactose free dairy is just another pasteurized/processed lopsided non nutritional food all pushed by big pharma and the medical industry. They make billions off sick people and will never except or have studies on real nutrition cause it cannot be patented nor any money made from any natural healing. A sick society is a controlled society, which goes beyond big pharma. I talked to a nurse dietitian that came across a book by Dr Weston A Price called "Nutrition and Physical Degeneration" She almost stopped reading it cause it went totally against everything she was taught on foods and nutrition, but with an open mindset, and actual 10 year studies that Dr Price did with extremely strong and healthy people's in different parts of the world spending time with 12 different people's untouched by processed foods, dr Price was blown away because of their diets consisting of mostly meat and dairy with him being more of a vegetarian/vegan. I have that book and reading it, it's very interesting for sure. Check it out yourself. There's lots of information out there. No one will ever find what they're no looking for. Have a great Dylan day😉

[@jjhoran1273]

Great Video Sir!! Always something to learn from your content 👍👍

[@douglasroseveare7295]

I read one of your books on food plots. My property unfortunately I can't utilize exactly the way you suggest because it is cattle pasture all summer but I think I can get it pretty close. It already has a long rectangular bush that is 40 + acres that bucks and does use the way you say to set up the parcel. Getting some soil testing this year and will be planting my first food plot. It is going to be a long narrow one beside part of the woods where the does live already. In your last video you kind of got me worried about my rye idea that I was going to plant a strip of along side the strip of mixed clover, alfa alfa and chicory. It gets really cold here and the growing season is shorter than down in USA. Now I am questioning my plan again 😕

[@royguidry1311]

Jeff. Try out the Carnivore style of eating. Tames and often cures diabetes, lowers Blood pressure and cholesterol. The added bonus is weight loss and new found energy. Us old guys need all the help we can get. Love the video.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Thanks Roy! I appreciate it...lots of folks think they can take Type 1 Diabetes but man, hard to without a pancreas 😊 Unfortunately! More just need to eat less and stay more active 👍

[@kurtpearson2793]

Nothing can “cure” a non-functioning pancreas. Boy I wish it could!!

[@bowman8316]

Carnivore saved my life ! I was going to suggest it a few times 👍🏼

[@craigpeck9060]

Reversed pre diabetes with carnivore. Lost 65lbs in ten months! I'll swear by it!

[@royguidry1311]

@Whitetail Habitat Solutions well hope they clear that eye pressure up.

[@dennybirchfield]

We had alot of buck die from ehd this year 5 shooters and probably 15 other does and small bucks hard year

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

That's a real shame Denny!!

[@dennybirchfield]

@@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751 yep sure is they are dropping antlers around here too

[@dswish1730]

4 eyes are way better than 2.I have wore glasses for 10 years.And hate them every day😤

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Ha, I'm with you D! Worn them for 47 years (or contacts)...wish I didn't have to!

[@madisonraber6051]

Is there an ideal proportion of green food to cover in acreage? Moderate to high deer density with a good amount of ag surrounding

[@naomicreech9870]

Thanks Fellas! Sweet examples 😊

[@beaulyons5554]

Simazine Question SWITCH GRASS - is it better to get granular and mix it yourself or get a pre mix like sim-trol? I noticed granular was 90%+ simazine and 10% other while sim-trol is 42.8% simazine and 57.2% other…. Which is better for first year and second year switch grass? Thank you for all your advice and videos.

[@kennethhaanpaa4596]

Can you use a river or road for a dead end?

[@joshuavickers6054]

In Alabama, have 16 acres with 8 of open and 8 of planted pines. Any suggestions on whether or not to keep the pines?

[@modernmibowhunter]

What about a long skinny property? Half mile deep. 40 acres. Cabin in front and power lines cutting the property in half. Also sandy low quality soil in traverse city MI.

[@mathewwilliams478]

Could deer be desensitized. If a house is behind enemy lines. Like in neighborhoods. House and people everywhere but the deer don’t leave they adapt ?

[@marks5757]

Jeff, main issue is next to our farm is 150 acres of public non-huntable land. Every Rut we lose all our bucks to that region as its safe and filled with does also. Its literally 300 yards of covered travel to get to the public land from our farm. Any advice?

[@arttrumbo9496]

Take the family and dogs for a nature walk across it a couple times a week throughout the season. That should make the deer feel less safe there.

[@jeremysilcox9362]

How will 5 or 6 bucks 3.5 year old bucks or older being removed from 675 acres affect the deer herd next year outside of having less older deer? Genetics, movement, new deer?

[@raymondfutral252]

I bought 60 acre, 5 year clear cut that’s 800’ wide and 3000’ long. Could you recommend a plan for that rather than the square property. THANKS really like the videos.

[@josephlee9237]

Hi Jeff, Do you or Dillon travel to outdoor shows? We have a Great Outdoor Show coming up in Harrisburg Pa in February at the Farm Complex

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Hi Joseph...no we do not. Our schedules are full so no time or need to.

[@collinaverett3669]

Just getting into all the videos. What is your recommendation for food plot seed in the South(Louisiana)?

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Hi Collin! Very tough...BUT, a green base that is attractive enough and has enough volume to last the entire season based on your planting resources and size of deer herd. No more...no less 😊

[@courtofficermcilvaine7928]

Yes Sir, this video applies to my ground 100%. Thanks for posting.

[@TheSmithtj80]

Hi Jeff! Will switchgrass help block downhill thermals? I have 20-30 yards wide strip of SW. Trying to plan box blind placement. Thanks for all you do!

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Hi TJ, no they will not...I wish tho!

[@carterminich5610]

Hey Jeff..a little off topic but quick question..where do you get the plastic tubs for your water holes...these are very expensive from ones I've seen just wondering what you use...Thanks

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Hi Carter! My favorite is the 300 gallon from Rubbermaid which is about $250 and should last a lifetime. Another option is the 110 gallon off brand at TSC for about $80. The 150 gallon Rubbermaid is about $175 and is a good one too.

[@boskinner9328]

What can I do 30 acre pie shaped property surrounded by private property in big woods

[@boskinner9328]

Ridge runs through center of property

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

You never know...hard to say! Typically high quality food at 1 end helps a lot...but do many variables to consider that it would literally take a book of discussion 😊

[@t.warringtonoutdoors6252]

I spy muzzy hb!

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Yes, for sure ..a few years now

[@Last_Chance.]

Cool video

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Thank you very much!

[@dougmurphy9554]

Love your videos Jeff, I think I've seen them all (maybe twice), BUT maybe you can improve your graphics...Dylan ~ get on it. That big white board and your sketches are soooo tiny, like my hunting property! Otherwise, love your channel.

[@thekingassassin7992]

Is no plow seed good for a little kill plot in swamp land

[@bowman8316]

I'd suggest you watch a bunch of Jeff's videos on plots 👍🏼🦌

[@brianatkinson8164]

Short answer, read the ingredients, ryegrass=bad. Ceral rye is not the same. Usually stuff like throw and grow has a lot of ryegrass

[@bowman8316]

@@brianatkinson8164 good point ! It's junk

[@birddogmi67]

Hi.. cutting out 1 acre area of previous Aspen [now red maple 90%]. I cut the big ones 40 year old Aspen. Plenty of sun. But not getting very good new shoot production.??? Or deer are wiping out new growth. Should I try goin a different direction?

[@djfootfoot]

Who can I get to help with my property in NW Pennsylvania?

[@godrulesduh]

How do I reclaim a switch grass stand? It used to be great, but now it's overrun with mostly weeds.

[@aw4088]

With fire

[@thannerz]

No more little Debbie's.

[@bennorthup1914]

What a out old strip pits

[@CoastalGardening]

👍👍

[@jasonhildreth5090]

Hi Jeff! Does WHS have a giveaway going on via your youtube page or is someone trying to scam me?

[@littleindian3050]

Type 1 diabetes? Had it your whole life?

[@clintbrubaker4344]

Jeff as much as I like listening to you I really enjoyed hearing a little from Dylan as well! Keep it up!

[@jasonmoritz835]

Jeff, Can we get a video to show the 1 year growth of the Hybrid Willow screen you had planted?

[@jordankarnes923]

Should the trees on hinge cuts lay perpendicular or parallel with a field edge? I absolutely love your videos and have learned so much about applying them here in South Central IL.

[@mikemitchell9157]

In sorry in advance but how many coke bottle bottoms they have to stack up for that prescription 🤣 im sorry I just had too after you bringing up 4 eyes

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Haha, so true!! I think they ran out? 😊

[@mikemitchell9157]

@@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751 I'm sorry again but I can't help it when someone lobs up a softball for me. Thanks for being a good sport about it. Love ya guys be safe out there

[@dennybirchfield]

First

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Almost Denny....almost 😁

[@bowman8316]

You're such a child ✌! I love it ✌ Never grow up man 🤣

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

😁 I will definitely try not to, ha

[@SCDeerAddict]

No offense but the sanctuary topic isn't as relevant regarding hunting near it, at noise etc, you can't control your neighbors doing those things, majority of surrounding land everywhere is hunted, the deer may leave but the neighbors will run them off their property as well and so forth, the best wind for you may have your neighbors scent blowing into your sanctuary area.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Deer get very used to where sound should come from (neighbors) and where it shouldn't come from (your land). If you make the same noise as your neighbors, then you don't see older bucks either 👍 Regardless of where you blow your scent...

[@tedrickabus2087]

Looking at the 'bigger picture', with understanding neighboring parcels is definitely key. How are those lands used, what cover and feed is available, and if and how its hunted. You need to adjust to all of that input and how it impacts your strategy. It may mean even changing stand locations to address neighbors that hunt property lines, spook deer by walking the length of their land each day, etc. Creating a buffer between you and their poor habits.

[@donaldstringfellow7231]

How do I get pricing on a consultation?

[@neilwitkowski2521]

Great information thanks again 👍

[@kurtpearson2793]

First (whew!)

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Pretty sure Kurt! The stars aligned this morning, ha

[@bowman8316]

And... He's back ! Lol

[@jamesfarrow2130]

Think I'll sleep better tonight! Good shootin !

[@michaelanthonyoutdoors]

Great vid. Congrats on the great success with Camp Kicking Bear too!

[@johnathanoneil243]

Hello. Have a small parcel in SC I am preparing. Soil is very acidic so planning for my lime application. Is it possible to use a combination of pelletized and powdered lime?? Pelletized to jumpstart and receive quick results for balancing PH, coupled with the powdered lime for more of the longevity and longer lasting results? Anyone ever experiment of have experience with this???? Thanks all!!

[@terryusry2076]

Jeff love seeing your videos get off the sugar man.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Thanks...been awesome the diabetes is doing great!

[@bennorthup1914]

Or old fish farm's

[@joshplog321]

Thanks Jeff! What’re your personal takeaways from invasive alder buckthorns and difficulties of managing? Have seen does eat the leaves and some of the tips

[@lukewright9533]

My moms property is 44 acres. It’s a pie shape. I love this info like raking a dirt trail heading to your stand helped a lot! And deer also use it as well if it’s long enough.

[@iamtheshaker]

I wish you did more coverage of Texas. It’s hard to implement your knowledge when the landscape is so different.

[@markrodrigue9503]

I care

[@kurtfreestone7659]

Would love too see an example of a narrow property. My 25 acers is 400 ft wide.

[@stephenkendall6108]

I have a 12.82 acres parcel that is an impossible puzzle. It’s thin with a main road down one side and neighbors down the other. I have buck travel across it but would some day love a brief visit and advice for it. As well as a bigger 125 acres lease we have

[@stevegermain1222]

Nice

[@Eddie-us8fh]

i have 30 acres with corn field on three sides. have you covered properties like this in a video?

[@iamtheshaker]

Wow, this is one of the best videos you guys have done in 3 years I’ve been watching! So informative

[@jonm3088]

Love the videos, 4-eyes!

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

😁

[@johntuset7917]

Its a good Ricky Vaughn look!