Chasing Giants with Don Higgins
Terry Peer 333 episodes Nov 8, 2026
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.
Episodes
The November Rut Is Changing! Don Higgins Explains Why | EP 350
The November rut is here, but this year is anything but normal! In Episode 350 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer break down the unusual 2026 whitetail rut, how warm weather has impacted mature buck movement, and what hunters should expect as November unfolds.
Don shares why November 6–8 has historically been one of his favorite hunting windows, how he adjusts his strategie
Warm Weather RUINING the Rut? Don Higgins Explains | EP 349
Is the unusually warm November weather going to ruin your rut hunting plans? Should you keep hunting, or stay out of your best stands until conditions improve?
In Chasing Giants Podcast Episode 349, Don Higgins and Terry Peer break down how above-average temperatures impact daylight buck movement, when to hunt cold fronts, and how to make the most of your November hunting opportunities.
Don also
Cold Fronts, the Rut & a HUGE Announcement! | Chasing Giants #348
Chasing Giants Podcast #348 | Cold Fronts, the Rut & a HUGE Announcement!
What really controls mature buck movement during October and the rut? Don Higgins shares some eye-opening trail camera numbers showing just how dramatically temperature can impact deer activity.
But before we get into deer hunting, we have some incredible news to share!
**An Answered Prayer for Robin Higgins**
Don opens
October Cold Front EXPLODES Buck Movement! | Chasing Giants #347
The FIRST major October cold front of 2026 has arrived, and mature bucks are finally showing themselves in daylight!
In Episode #347 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer break down the dramatic change in deer movement following a major temperature drop across the Midwest. From bucks fighting before dark to mature deer appearing on trail cameras in the middle of the afternoon,
Can You Shoot Too Far? Don Higgins on Bowhunting Ethics | Chasing Giants #346
Is there a difference between being a great archer and being a great bowhunter? How far is too far when taking a shot at a whitetail deer?
In Chasing Giants Podcast Episode #346, Don Higgins and Terry Peer tackle one of the most debated topics in bowhunting today: long-distance archery shots and the responsibility hunters have to the animals they pursue.
After a listener questions hunters taking
Why Are Bucks Scraping THIS MUCH Already? | Chasing Giants Podcast #345
Something strange is happening in the deer woods this fall.
Don says that in nearly 50 years of deer hunting, he has never seen this much scrape activity during September. Terry is seeing the same thing across properties in Kentucky, Ohio, central Illinois and southern Illinois — and it isn't just bucks. Does are hammering scrapes too.
So what's causing it?
In this episode of the Chasing Giants
5 YEARS Chasing One Buck! Joe Miles' Incredible Swamp Buck Story | Chasing Giants #344
Five years. One old South Carolina swamp buck. And an ending Joe Miles will never forget.
On Chasing Giants Podcast #344, Terry Peer and Don Higgins are joined by special guest Joe Miles from ASIO Gear for an episode packed with whitetail strategy, hunting stories, and one incredible mature-buck success story.
Joe takes us through his long history with a South Carolina swamp buck that somehow su
Our Trail Cameras Went DEAD… Where Did All the Deer Go? | Chasing Giants #343
Something strange happened in mid-September — our trail cameras practically went DEAD.
Don went from getting hundreds of deer pictures a day to virtually nothing. Terry started seeing the same thing on multiple properties spread across a huge geographic area.
Is it weather? A seasonal transition? Bucks shedding velvet? EHD? Or something else entirely?
In Episode 343 of the Chasing Giants Podcas
One Minute Too Late… The Giant Buck That Got Away | EP 341
Deer season is officially here, and Chasing Giants is back with plenty to talk about.
Terry kicks off Episode 341 with an update from his first hunts of the 2026 Kentucky season, including a fascinating Western Kentucky property where years of habitat improvement, food plots, bedding cover and disciplined buck management are beginning to show major results.
Don and Terry discuss why buck managem
Don Higgins’ 2026 Big Buck Forecast: The Worst He’s Ever Seen
Don Higgins’ annual Big Buck Forecast is here—and his outlook for the 2026 whitetail season may surprise a lot of hunters.
After decades of running trail cameras across multiple properties, counties, and states, Don says this has been the worst summer he can remember for finding mature bucks.
So what is happening to our mature whitetails?
In Episode #341 of Chasing Giants, Don and Terry break d
The #1 Factor for Deer Movement — It’s NOT the Rut | Chasing Giants #340
What is the #1 factor controlling whitetail deer movement?
According to Don Higgins, it isn't the rut. It isn't the moon. It's TEMPERATURE.
In Episode 340 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don shares a recent real-world example from his trail cameras. After averaging roughly 100–400 photos per day across eight cameras, a temperature change caused activity to explode to more than 1,500 photos per da
Someone Sends You a Tip on a 200” Buck… What Do You Do? | Chasing Giants 339
What would you do if somebody sent you a photo — and the exact location — of a 200-inch whitetail?
On Episode 339 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer dive back into one of the most debated subjects in hunting: the difference between what is legal and what is ethical.
After last week's discussion generated more than 100 comments, Don explains why hunting ethics have to go be
Legal Doesn’t Mean Ethical: Where Do YOU Draw the Line? | Chasing Giants 338
Are drones becoming one of the biggest threats to ethical deer hunting?
In Episode 338 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer revisit the growing controversy surrounding drones and deer hunting—and Don doesn't hold back.
After seeing firsthand just how quickly thermal drone technology can locate mature whitetails, Don explains why his opinion has changed and why he believes th
You Spent WHAT on a Deer Crossing?! | Chasing Giants #337
What would you spend to make one of your best hunting setups even better?
On Episode 337 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins breaks down one of the most elaborate habitat projects he's tackled on his farm—a creek crossing built specifically to influence deer movement.
After a previous crossing was destroyed by flooding, Don isn't taking any chances this time. He's rebuilding it with a mas
Thermal Drones, Food Plot Mistakes & Buck Dispersal | Chasing Giants Podcast #336
As deer season gets closer, Don Higgins and Terry Peer cover some of the biggest topics facing deer hunters right now.
This week they discuss:
• Thermal drones and why Don installed drone detection technology on his farm.
• Herbicide updates after a challenging growing season.
• Why residual herbicides performed differently this year.
• Johnson grass and waterhemp management.
• Scrape Magnet tip
You're Planting Fall Food Plots TOO EARLY! (Most Hunters Get This Wrong)
Many hunters make the same mistake every summer—they plant their fall food plots too early.
This week, Don Higgins and Terry Peer discuss what they discovered while checking food plots in southern Illinois after weeks of heavy rain and mature Johnsongrass infestations.
Topics include:
• When to actually plant fall food plots
• How weather changes your planting strategy
• Mature Johnsongrass con
The Biggest Food Plot Mistakes We're Seeing Right Now | Chasing Giants #334
Many food plotters are struggling after one of the wettest growing seasons in years. In Episode 334 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer explain why spring food plots have struggled, when it's time to terminate a plot and start over, and how to prepare for a successful fall planting.
They also discuss:
Why excessive rainfall has created major weed problems
Robin Higgins' lat
Can Politics Save Illinois Deer Hunting? Darren Bailey on Illinois Deer Hunting
Illinois was once considered the greatest whitetail state in America. So what happened?
This week on Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer sit down with Illinois gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey for an in-depth discussion about the future of deer hunting, conservation, farming, and wildlife management.
Topics include:
• The decline of Illinois' legendary deer herd
• Chronic Was
Summer Scouting Secrets + A Life Lesson Every Hunter Needs | Chasing Giants #332
This week on Chasing Giants...
Don shares a heartfelt update on Robin's cancer treatments and explains how life's hardest moments have reshaped his priorities.
Then the conversation shifts into summer scouting as Don discusses trail camera deployment, early buck observations, food plots, water sources, and what he's seeing after the recent heat wave.
The guys also talk about the incredible resp
Making Good Tree Stands GREAT | Don Higgins' Best Habitat Tricks + Doubting Thomas Premiere
Most hunters hang a tree stand and hope for the best.
Don Higgins explains why that's not enough.
In this episode of Chasing Giants, Don shares several habitat improvements that can transform an average stand location into a consistent mature buck hotspot. Learn how simple changes—including sprayed travel corridors, habitat manipulation, and stand setup—can dramatically increase your odds this f
#330 - Can Supplemental Feeding Add 15"+ to a Buck? Don Higgins Answers
Can supplemental feeding actually add 10-15 inches to a mature buck's antlers?
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins tackles one of the most controversial topics in deer management. Don explains the long-term impact of supplemental feeding, fetal programming, mineral nutrition, genetics, and why hunters often misunderstand what feed can and cannot accomplish.
We also discuss
#329 | Why Don Higgins Gets More Excited About July Than Opening Day
Episode 329 of the Chasing Giants Podcast is all about preparation for velvet season.
Don Higgins and Terry Peer discuss:
• Why July 1st is the most important date of the summer
• When mature bucks start revealing themselves
• Trail camera deployment strategy
• Food plot updates and spraying schedules
• Rope scrapes and Scrape Magnet tips
• Managing cedar thickets for better habitat
• Hairy vetch
The Biggest Mistake Food Plotters Make in June | Chasing Giants #328
On this episode of Chasing Giants, Don Higgins and Terry Peer discuss one of the most critical times of the year for food plot success.
Topics include:
• When to spray soybeans and why timing matters
• Weed control strategies for Gen 2 soybeans
• Nutrient-dense crops and how deer select food sources
• Deer repellents and upcoming product testing
• Summer food plot management questions from liste
Why BIG BUCK Areas Often FAIL Deer Hunters | Chasing Giants 327
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer discuss one of the most misunderstood topics in deer hunting:
Why some of the “best” big buck neighborhoods actually become the hardest places to consistently kill mature deer.
Don explains:
how hunting pressure changes deer movement
why mature bucks adapt
how his Illinois farm transformed over decades
why property layout
Why BIG BUCK Areas Often FAIL Deer Hunters | Chasing Giants 327
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer discuss one of the most misunderstood topics in deer hunting:
Why some of the “best” big buck neighborhoods actually become the hardest places to consistently kill mature deer.
Don explains:
how hunting pressure changes deer movement
why mature bucks adapt
how his Illinois farm transformed over decades
why property layout
Why Mature Bucks Go Nocturnal | Chasing Giants Podcast 326
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins returns after spending time helping Robin recover from major surgery at Mayo Clinic. Don shares an emotional update on Robin’s condition, the road ahead with chemo treatments, and thanks the Chasing Giants family for the overwhelming prayers and support.
Terry also recaps an unforgettable Manitoba black bear hunt filled with giant bears,
Why Most Hunters NEVER Kill Big Bucks (Bryhn Craft Tells the Truth) | Chasing Giants #325
In this special episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, we sit down with Bryhn Craft of Midwest Land Group—a successful entrepreneur, land expert, and serious big buck hunter.
This episode dives deep into:
The biggest mistakes hunters make when chasing mature whitetails
How habitat management transformed farms from holding 1 booner to 7
Why human intrusion ruins more properties than anything else
Grow Bigger Food Plots, Gardens & Fruit Trees – Mike Mitchell Breaks It Down | Chasing Giants #324
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Terry Peer sits down with special guest Mike Mitchell of Mike’s Mighty Micros to break down one of the most overlooked factors in plant health—micronutrients.
With Don Higgins away caring for family, this episode focuses on delivering real, practical education to help you become more successful in the field. From food plots and fruit trees to gardens
Prayers, Peace & Planting Strategy | Spring Food Plot Advice | Chasing Giants 323
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Terry and Don kick things off with an emotional and heartfelt update on Robin’s health journey following their visit to the Mayo Clinic. Don shares the overwhelming support, prayers, and messages they’ve received—and the peace that has come with it as they prepare for surgery.
This episode is a powerful reminder of faith, community, and the impact of
Parenting a Prodigal (Part 2) | The Turning Point Every Parent Prays For | Chasing Assurance #45
In Episode 45 of the Chasing Assurance Podcast, Terry and Terry Peer continue their powerful series on Parenting a Prodigal—diving deeper into what happens when someone walks away from their values… and what it really takes to come back.
This episode focuses on the turning point—the moment Jesus described in Luke 15 as “when he came to his senses.” What leads someone to that place? Why do some pr
Don Shares Personal News + The #1 Mistake Hunters Make | Chasing Giants Podcast 322
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Terry and Don cover a wide range of topics—from real-life challenges to practical hunting strategies that can make or break your season.
Don opens up about a deeply personal situation involving his wife Robin and the road ahead. The overwhelming support from the Chasing Giants community has been incredible, and we ask that you continue to keep their
Stop Freezing in the Stand: Joe Miles Breaks Down Cold Weather Mistakes | CG #321
Most hunters think cold weather gear is the problem…
It’s not.
In this episode, Joe Miles breaks down the biggest mistakes that cause hunters to get cold—and how to fix them. From layering incorrectly to sweating on the walk in, these are the details that separate guys who stay all day from those who climb down early.
But this episode also carries a heavier message.
With Don stepping away to f
Don Higgins Breaks Down His Favorite Properties of 2026 - Chasing Giants #320
In this episode of Chasing Giants, Don Higgins and Terry Peer break down their favorite properties from the 2026 consulting season—and what makes them capable of producing mature whitetail bucks year after year.
From small acreage setups next to massive sanctuaries… to large, diverse tracts with elite access… this episode dives into the real-world strategies that separate average properties from
Why Some Hunting Properties Work Instantly… And Others Fail - Chasing Giants Podcast #319
After evaluating hundreds of hunting properties across the country, some patterns become crystal clear…
In this episode of Chasing Giants, Don Higgins and Terry Peer break down:
Why some habitat plans work almost instantly
What separates a “no-brainer” property from a struggle
Real-world consulting stories from the road
The truth about CWD management and landowner pushback
A surprising story abo
INSANE Bedding Cover + 22 Bears on Camera?! | Chasing Giants #318
EXPECT BAD AUDIO DUE TO POOR INTERNET - WE ARE SORRY AND WILL BE BACK TO NORMAL NEXT WEEK.
In this episode of Chasing Giants Podcast #318, Terry Peer and Don Higgins break down real-world habitat consulting insights from a northern swing through Wisconsin—and what they’re seeing might surprise you.
From a property holding 22 different bears on camera to tornado-created bedding cover that’s as go
Don Higgins on Rope Scrapes, Spring Food Plots, & Spring Habitat Work | CGP 317
In this week’s episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Terry and Don cover a lot of ground as spring habitat season starts taking off.
Don shares updates from the road after wrapping up another stretch of consulting visits, including weather extremes, dealer stops, and picking up a new truck from Victory. Terry also talks about an upcoming bear hunt in Manitoba and gives listeners an update on the
Cut More Trees! How Aggressive TSI Creates Better Deer Habitat
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer dive deep into one of the most misunderstood habitat topics in deer hunting — Timber Stand Improvement (TSI).
Many landowners hear the term TSI, but few truly understand how aggressive timber cutting can dramatically improve deer habitat. Don explains why opening the canopy is critical for creating understory, browse, and b
Permission Properties, Scrape Magnet Explained, and Our Health Journeys | Chasing Giants Ep. 315
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer dive into several important topics for whitetail hunters and land managers.
First, they explain the strategy behind permission properties and why now is the perfect time of year to start knocking on doors. Don shares how persistence and building relationships with landowners can unlock incredible hunting opportunities—even
Doubting Thomas, Dealer Event & BIG Scrape Magnet News | Chasing Giants Podcast 314
After an exhausting — but incredibly special — two weeks, Don and Terry recap:
• The emotional release of the Doubting Thomas video at Shipshewana
• A record-breaking Midwest Sportsman’s Classic crowd
• The 2026 Real World Dealer Event with 450+ attendees
• The overwhelming response to the launch of CHASING GIANTS Scrape Magnet (which SOLD OUT!)
• Faith conversations that went far beyond deer hun
Chasing Giants LIVE at the Midwest Sportsmen’s Classic | Shipshewana, IN | Presented by FAE
The Chasing Giants Podcast invaded Shipshewana, Indiana for the Midwest Sportsmen’s Classic presented by FAE — and what a night it was.
Packed house. Major announcements. Live Q&A. Thousands raised for Lester’s Feet.
🔥 In this LIVE episode:
- Official launch of Scrape Magnet
- Announcement of our new optics partner Hawk Optics
- LIVE audience Q&A on habitat, food plots, soybeans, winter food, wi
CWD, One-Buck Limits & The Truth About NDA | Chasing Giants 312
Welcome back to Chasing Giants Podcast Episode 312.
This week we dive into:
• A 400-acre Western Kentucky property that might produce GIANTS
• A 1,400-acre farm with 200 acres of food plots
• Why Western Kentucky could be a sleeper big-buck state
• The real impact of a one-buck limit
• CWD management and state agency decisions
• The National Deer Association controversy
• Downwind bedding tactic
Snow, Sheds & Sorghum: Late-Season Deer Survival | Chasing Giants #311
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer dive deep into late-season deer behavior, winter stress, antler shedding, and critical food sources when snow and cold tighten the screws on whitetails.
With snow on the ground across much of the Midwest, deer are piling into food sources, hammering grain, and shifting bedding patterns. Don and Terry break down real-world o
CULLING BUCKS: Why Shooting 3½-Year-Old 8-Points Actually Works | Chasing Giants #310
Culling bucks might be the most misunderstood topic in whitetail management.
In Chasing Giants Podcast Episode #310, Don Higgins and Terry Peer break down why selective buck harvest works, why shooting certain 3½-year-old 8-points is about probability — not ego — and how long-term results tell a story most critics refuse to hear.
This episode also covers:
- Winter stress, snow cover, and food sc
Texas Hunt, Brutal Cold, Late Rut Behavior & Winter Habitat Decisions | Chasing Giants Podcast #309
In Episode 309 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Terry Peer and Don Higgins break down how extreme winter weather impacts whitetail deer, and what serious land managers should be doing right now to reduce stress and protect next year’s herd.
With brutal cold, deep snow, and howling wind across much of the Midwest, Don explains how thermal cover, food availability, and terrain can mean the difference
LIVE at 360 Blinds: No Script, No Filters — Just Real Questions | Chasing Giants 308
This episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast was recorded LIVE at the 360 Hunting Blinds Dealer Conference — and it’s unlike anything we’ve done before.
No script.
No pre-planned topics.
Just real, unfiltered questions from a room full of experienced hunters, dealers, and business owners.
From:
• Whitetail habitat strategy
• Hunting property mistakes & wins
• Faith, family, and business leadership
Most Hunters Get This Wrong | The Hard Truth About Killing Mature Bucks | Chasing Giants #307
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, we dive into the real reasons most hunters struggle to consistently kill mature whitetail bucks — and what actually separates successful hunters from the rest.
This isn’t theory. This is boots-on-the-ground experience, proven habitat strategy, disciplined decision-making, and lessons learned the hard way. If you’re serious about hunting mature deer,
Kill More Deer. Feed Hungry Kids. | Boone Brothers | Chasing Giants 306
In this powerful episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer welcome one of the rare guests ever to appear on the show — Jon Weece, founder of Boone Brothers.
This episode connects big-picture purpose with practical deer management.
Jon shares the God-ordained story behind Boone Brothers — a ministry focused on feeding hunters spiritually while feeding children physically b
Deer Hunting Is the Platform — Not the Purpose | Faith, Legacy & Late-Season Strategy | Episode 305
In Episode 305 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Terry Peer and Don Higgins sit down for a wide-ranging, honest conversation recorded during the Christmas season—one that goes far beyond deer hunting.
This episode dives into:
Why deer hunting is the platform, not the purpose
Using hunting, land, and business to impact families and future generations
The long-term realities of deer management and
When Managing Deer Means Saying NO to Giants | Chasing Giants Podcast #304
Management Bucks, Passing Giants, Early Shed Antlers & Hard Winter Decisions
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer tackle one of the most misunderstood and controversial topics in modern whitetail management — passing a mature target buck and choosing instead to harvest a management buck.
Don recently filled his second Illinois buck tag, but not in the way mos
Episode 303 – Late-Season Deer Movement, Winter Food Strategy & The Future of Big Bucks
Late-season hunting is here — and with brutal cold, snow, and pressure setting in, deer behavior changes fast.
In Episode 303 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Terry Peer and Don Higgins break down:
- How cold weather, snow, and cover crops impact late-season deer movement
- Why grain vs. green food sources matter as temperatures drop
- The role of big food sources and “feeding areas” in pulling dee
Late Season EXPLOSION! Why Giants Are Falling Everywhere | Chasing Giants #302
Late season is HERE—and Don Higgins and Terry Peer break down why mature bucks are hitting the dirt all across the Midwest. Episode 302 dives deep into the “perfect recipe” created by snow, cold temps, and strategic food sources. If you’ve waited all year for the best chance at a giant—this is it.
In this episode Don and Terry discuss:
• Why cold + snow is the ultimate late-season trigger
• Why b
Late Season Starts NOW — Cold Fronts, Bucks on Food, and Thanksgiving Reflections | Episode #301
In this powerful Episode 301 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer record on Thanksgiving Day and bring you an in-depth breakdown of the late-season whitetail transition that is unfolding across the Midwest.
With temperatures plummeting nearly 20+ degrees, snow stacking up in northern states, and food sources becoming the #1 priority, Don lays out EXACTLY what mature bucks do
EPISODE 300! Don Changes His Mind on the Rut + Drone Debate Heats Up!
Welcome to EPISODE 300 of the Chasing Giants Podcast — brought to you by ASIO Gear! Hard to believe we’ve made it this far. When we started, we didn’t know if we’d even make it to 10 episodes… yet here we are thanks to all of YOU.
This week is PACKED with big-picture learning and controversial topics:
⭐ What We Cover in Episode 300
• Don admits he was WRONG about the rut
After decades of preaching
Doubting Thomas: Don Higgins’ New 203” Giant — Complete Hunt Story Revealed - Episode 299
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The Weirdest Rut Ever: Warm Temps, Barometers, and Big Bucks | Chasing Giants Ep #298
Welcome back to Chasing Giants with Don Higgins and Terry Peer — presented by Asio Gear, nature’s most lethal camouflage.
In Episode 298, Don and Terry recap a strange November rut shaped by warm temps, dropping barometers, and unpredictable deer movement. Don shares powerful stories from the woods — including an unforgettable phone call from a land management client who asked Don to baptize him
Barometer Secrets & Rut Forecast for Early November! | Chasing Giants 297
November has finally arrived — and the deer woods are alive! In Episode 297, Don Higgins and Terry Peer break down the early-November conditions, the recent cold front, and how rising barometric pressure is lighting up deer movement across the Midwest.
Don shares his observations from the first morning of November, where movement exploded after a long lull, and dives deep into the importance of b
“200-Inch Nebraska Giant: Joe Chambers’ Incredible Buck Story | Chasing Giants Ep. 296”
Chasing Giants Podcast Episode 296
Hosted by Don Higgins & Terry Peer
🎙️ Special Guest: Joe Chambers
This week, Don and Terry welcome Joe Chambers from Nebraska — a world-class craftsman in the custom 1911 pistol world and a passionate whitetail hunter who just harvested a 201-inch monster buck named “Pancho.”
- Joe shares the full story of this once-in-a-lifetime deer:
- How Don’s consulting pla
The Magic of Late October | Cold Fronts, Big Bucks & Character in the Woods | Chasing Giants #295
Episode 295 | October 19, 2025 — Chasing Giants Podcast
Terry Peer and Don Higgins sit down for a packed episode covering youth hunts, late October cold fronts, cattle genetics, land investing, scent control myths, and the power of doing the right thing — even when no one’s watching.
Episode Highlights:
🦌 Don recaps Illinois youth season with his grandson Walker — from coyote encounters to futur
#294 From Old School to High Tech: Don Higgins Reflects on 40 Years in the Deer Woods
Chasing Giants Podcast Episode #294 — October 12, 2025
Hunting season is officially here, and Don Higgins and Terry Peer sit down to talk about early October hunts, cold fronts, and how the season is starting to shape up across Illinois and Kentucky. Don recaps close encounters with “Turning Point” and the start of youth season with his grandson, while Terry shares insights from Kentucky’s EHD ch
Don Higgins’ EMU Encounter + Opening Week Hunting Strategy” | Chasing Giants Podcast
Welcome back to the Chasing Giants Podcast, brought to you by Asio Gear, with Don Higgins and Terry Peer.
This week’s episode covers everything from an October heatwave and early-season deer strategy, to one of the wildest stories you’ll hear all fall — an emu showing up in Don’s front yard! 🦤
Don shares how the record-breaking warm weather has him delaying his season opener and how he strategic
#292 - Public Land Busts, Big Timber Dreams, & Target Bucks
Don Higgins and Terry Peer are back with Episode 292 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, presented by ASIO Gear.
This week’s show covers:
- Don’s trip to Minnesota chasing a public land lead that turned into a bust.
- Terry’s scouting trips to a massive 500-acre white oak timber property in Kentucky and a southern Illinois lease opportunity.
- Updates on Don’s “Turning Point Buck” strategy and the cha
Chasing Giants Ep. 291 | Don’s Public Land Quest & the “Turning Point” Buck Story
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Welcome back to Chasing Giants Podcast with Don Higgins & Terry Peer – brought to you by Asio Gear.
In Episode 291, Don and Terry share their latest adventures chasing whitetails:
- Don’s secret out-of-state public land mission with his new Mathews bow.
- Terry scouting Kentucky & Illinois for new hunting opportunitie
Faith, Hunting & Courage After Tragedy | Chasing Giants Podcast Ep. 290
n Episode 290 of Chasing Giants, Don Higgins and Terry Peer bring you a powerful mix of hunting insights, faith-based discussion, and an emotional response to recent national events. Recorded live at the Solid Rock Chapel Men’s Retreat around a campfire, this episode dives deep into:
The inspiring story behind Lester’s Feet Foundation and its $2M+ impact helping families.
The assassination of Ch
Deer Velvet Shedding & Fall Buck Shifts: Don Higgins Responds to Rumors | Chasing Giants Ep. 289
Welcome back to Chasing Giants Podcast Episode 289 with Don Higgins & Terry Peer! In this episode, Don and Terry dive into:
Velvet Shedding & the Fall Buck Shift: What’s happening with bucks right now and how their ranges change as testosterone rises.
Yearling Buck Movement: Why young bucks are wandering and what that means for your property.
Late Food Plot Planting Tips: Strategies for using M
#288 2025 Buck Forecast: EHD Devastation, Trail Cam Insights & Hard Truths About Trophy Bucks
Hunting season is here, and Don Higgins and Terry Peer break down the 2025 Buck Forecast like never before. In this powerful episode, we cover:
📸 Trail Camera Intel: What Don’s 55+ cameras revealed about bachelor groups and shifting buck patterns
🌱 Habitat Lessons: How aggressive doe management and habitat changes impact deer movement
🦌 EHD Crisis: The heartbreaking early EHD outbreak in SE Ohi
#287 “Predators, Food Plots & Cracker Barrel Woke?
In this week’s Chasing Giants Podcast (Ep. 287), Don Higgins and Terry Peer cover everything from fawn recruitment and predator impacts on whitetails to the perfect timing for fall food plots. They also dive into industry news, including the long-awaited Winslow Brothers’ film, and give a no-filter take on the Cracker Barrel controversy.
Key topics this episode:
🌱 Food plot timing, soybeans, and
EP #286 - Preparing for Hunting Season: Plots, Cameras & CWD Truth
📖 Summary
In Episode 286 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer cover critical late-summer whitetail strategies as hunting season draws near.
🌱 Food Plots & Timing – Don and Terry discuss when to plant brassicas vs. cereal grains, overseeding into beans, and why rain timing can make or break your fall plots.
🌽 Nutri-Crave Corn Results – They share yield estimates topping 250–3
EHD Outbreaks Already? Habitat Projects, Hunting Strategy & Truth About High Fences | Ep. 285
In Episode 285 of Chasing Giants, Don Higgins and Terry Peer cover a wide range of topics that every serious deer hunter needs to hear:
Early EHD reports from Ohio and Indiana — why this year’s outbreak is unusual and what you can (and can’t) do to help your herd.
Late-summer habitat projects using new forestry mulching technology — see how Don and Terry are improving deer movement without distu
Ep. 284" - Illinois Deer Hunting Reality Check + Big Habitat Projects Ahead
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
Episode #283 “Best Corn Ever? Don & Terry Reveal 2025 Plot Results + Fall Food Plot Timing Tips”
In this week’s episode, Don and Terry recap what might be the best food plot season they’ve ever experienced. With towering test corn, lush soybeans, and strong weed control results, the 2025 growing season is shaping up to be a game-changer.
🌽 They cover:
Massive Nutri-Crave corn and test plot performance
Pre-emergent herbicide success using Resicore
Tips for planting fall plots at the right
Thermal Drones, Trail Cameras & Big Buck Strategies | Chasing Giants Podcast #282
Podcast Episode Summary:
In Episode 282, Terry returns from vacation with renewed perspective, while Don shares major insights from a recent thermal drone survey on his property. The guys break down how advanced technology is reshaping whitetail land management—from drone herd counts to trail camera testing.
You’ll also hear:
Don's thoughts after shooting more deer last season than ever before
Episode #281 - How Don Tracks Giant Bucks Years in Advance
Don Higgins and Terry Peer are back with a packed episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, diving deep into trail camera strategy, food plot updates, listener questions, and some wild woods stories you won’t believe.
🦌 Topics This Week:
Don’s July 4th trail camera deployment strategy
Tracking a buck across 4.5 miles and multiple years
Don’s tiers of camera locations: Bachelor Groups, Strategic M
Episode 280 - Trail Cams, Big Cats, and Camo Drops | Special Guest Joe Miles
🎯 Episode 280 - Trail Cams, Big Cats, and Camo Drops | Special Guest Joe Miles
In this special 4th of July weekend episode, Terry and Don welcome Joe Miles of Osseo Gear and Mission Whitetail. Joe shares the jaw-dropping story of his 19-day leopard hunt in Zimbabwe—and how the same attention to detail applies to hunting mature whitetails.
We dive into:
Trail camera strategies for velvet season
#279 - Live Hot Seat! Don Higgins Faces Tough Questions from Dealers | 2025 RWWP Summit
In this special LIVE episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, recorded at the 2025 Real World Wildlife Products Dealer Summit, Don Higgins takes the stage in front of a packed room of RWWP dealers ready to ask the hard questions. From land management ethics to product techniques, no topic was off limits—and Don didn’t hold back in his answers.
The conversation gets real as dealers press Don for cla
Episode #278 - Are Deer Getting Smaller?
In this packed episode of the Chasing Giants podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer dive deep into the intersection of weather patterns, agriculture, and deer management. 🌽🦌
👉 Topics include:
How current weather is impacting corn yields and crop conditions
Surprising takeaways from a corn seed meeting—is marketing influencing your farm more than facts?
A taxidermist’s insights into declining buck
Episode #277 - Wet Cool Weather Impact on Food Plots and Antler Growth
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, hosts Terry Peer and Don Higgins dive into a wide range of topics that connect hunting, agriculture, business, and faith. They celebrate a listener’s business success, examine how weather impacts food plot performance and hunting strategies, and unpack the long game of planting perennial grasses like Miscanthus and Switchgrass.
The conversation also
Episode #275 - Mid-Summer Food Plot Update - Truth About Fire Blight and Apple Trees
In Episode 276 of Chasing Giants, Don Higgins and Terry Peer unpack a powerful mix of practical land management tips, personal experiences, and faith-based insights. From dealing with devastating fire blight in wildlife orchards to last-minute soybean planting strategies, this episode is packed with essential advice for serious deer hunters and land managers.
Learn how to protect your orchard inv
Episode 275 - Dead Fruit Trees and Top Properties of 2025
In this episode, Don Higgins and Terry Peer tackle the realities of spring planting—from replanting food plots to common herbicide mistakes. They dive deep into orchard care, discussing how to prevent deer damage and why disease-resistant trees are a must.
The duo also reflects on their top properties of the year, highlighting how isolation, access, and even urban surroundings can create unique h
#274 - Soil Health: The Foundation of Successful Food Plotting
🎙 Chasing Giants Podcast | Episode Recap
In this episode, hosts Terry Peer and Don dive into a variety of topics surrounding hunting, agriculture, and wildlife management — kicking things off by saying, "Honoring those who served is a priority."
They explore how cold weather impacts both plant and antler growth, emphasizing that "patience is key when planting perennial grasses." The conversation
Episode #273 - Clover Maintenance and Spring Planting
In this episode of Chasing Giants, hosts Terry Peer and Don Higgins dive into their spring strategies for food plots and deer habitat management. They cover the challenges of balancing agriculture with wildlife, including crop damage and evolving deer patterns. The conversation also tackles Illinois’ political landscape surrounding deer regulations—and why reform is needed for farmers, hunters, an
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