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A 164-inch buck on public land with archery gear — and he almost walked right past. Sebastyan Kissell of Allegany Origins breaks down exactly how he pulled it off. In this episode, Sebastyan shares the full story behind his most-viewed video ever: an early season Ohio archery buck on public ground, arrowed at 10 yards. But this isn't just a kill recap — we dig into the exact terrain features he used (draws, saddles, pinch points near roads) and why hunting close to parking areas is more effective than most hunters realize. We also talk about the real stuff: running a hunting channel with a newborn, why the hunting community is shrinking itself from the inside out, how to protect your spots without going dark online, and what it actually takes to balance the woods with a growing family. Topics covered: *How Sebastyan scouted and killed his 164" Ohio public land buck on archery opener *Why the spots closest to roads and parking lots are often the most overlooked*Using terrain (saddles, draws, pinch points) to locate pressured whitetails *The hunting community's internal division problem — and why it's costing us hunters *Running a small hunting channel as a team with full-time jobs*Introducing kids to hunting without scaring them off social settings *Planning future DIY hunts: Iowa archery and Montana fly fishing Follow AlleganyOrigins:https://www.youtube.com/@alleghenyorigins 🎧Subscribe to the Hunt The Season Podcast for new episodes every week. 📲 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hunttheseason/ 🦌 Hunt The Season on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hunttheseason Merch Support for the Podcast:DeerAge- https://deerage.com/- HTS to save 10% #PublicLandHunting #WhitetailHunting #HuntingPodcast #OhioBuck #ArcheryHunting #MobileHunting #ScoutingForDeer #PennsylvaniaHunting

NEXT WEEKS EPISODE WE BREAK IT ALL DOWN ON A OHIO PUBLIC LAND GIANT!

Brenton Powers is 21 years old and already killing two public land bucks in a single season — using thermals, mobile setups, and a scouting approach most hunters never even consider. In this episode, Brenton breaks down exactly how he tagged an archery buck AND a muzzleloader buck on mountainous public land in Virginia — including a bear encounter during recovery that you won't see coming. He also gets into his postseason shed hunting system and how he finds bucks in thick cover that everyone else walks past. What we cover: How Brenton killed 2 public land bucks at 21 years old Reading thermals on mountain terrain (the strategy most hunters ignore) Mobile stand setups for pressured whitetails Running a primary AND secondary setup — why it matters Shed hunting in thick cover to find overlooked public land spots Hunting around a busy schedule without sacrificing success A bear encounter mid-recovery 🐻 Whether you're chasing whitetails on public land or trying to level up your deer hunting strategy, Brenton's approach is a masterclass in doing more with less. 🎙️ Hunt The Season Podcast — Real hunting. Public land. Earned the hard way. 📲 Follow Brenton Powers 🦌 Follow Hunt The Season Support for the Podcast: ⁠DeerAge⁠- HTS to save 10% ⁠Code of Silence Camo⁠- HUNTSEASON10 ⁠TUO Gear⁠ OnX Hunt ⁠Latitude Outdoors⁠ ⁠TideWe⁠ ⁠Midway USA

I was able to talk to Brenton Powers about how he goes about targeting mature mountain bucks in the Southern Hills! Make sure to tune in next Monday when the Full episode drops! Thank you for the support!

Post season scouting is one of the most effective ways to locate buck bedding areas and understand how mature whitetails use terrain on public land. In this episode of the Hunt The Season Podcast, we break down how to find buck bedding spots after the season, what sign to focus on, and how to turn those observations into success during the fall. Joined by Greg Kazmierski, we dive into real-world scouting stories from Pennsylvania public land, including specific buck beds we’ve found, the terrain features that consistently hold deer, and how pressured whitetails adjust their bedding behavior. From big woods hillsides to overlooked pockets, this conversation is built around boots-on-the-ground experience and lessons learned in the field. If you’re looking to improve your post season scouting, find more consistent buck bedding, and hunt smarter on public land, this episode will help you connect the dots heading into next season. Support for the Podcast: DeerAge- HTS to save 10% Code of Silence Camo- HUNTSEASON10 TUO Gear OnX Hunt Latitude Outdoors TideWe Midway USA

I used to think mobile hunting was about the ounces. Here's what actually changed- and what really makes a better public or private land mobile hunter. This is my journey as a mobile hunter and the trials/ failures that I went through to FINALLY feel like I'm a proficient mobile hunter. Support for the Podcast: Code of Silence Camo- HUNTSEASON10 - DeerAge- HTS to save 10% OnX Hunt Latitude Outdoors TideWe Midway USA Badlands Gear #whitetailhunting #deerhuntingpodcast #pahunting #bowhuntingwhitetails #Deercamp

In this episode of the Hunt The Season Podcast, we break down lessons from the 2025/26 hunting season and analyze self-filmed whitetail hunts to help you become a better hunter and filmmaker. Cody dives into what he’s changing for the 2026/27 whitetail season, from self-filming adjustments to better in-season decision making on public land. Danny shares what he wants to improve this upcoming NFL season when it comes to filming, editing, storytelling, and creating more engaging sports content. Then we shift gears and start CRITIQUING hunt films from other creators — not to tear anyone down, but to grow as filmmakers and hunters. We break down: • Self-filming whitetail hunts • Camera placement in the tree • Shot selection and angles • Hunting video storytelling • Editing pace and structure • What makes a hunt film engaging Featured Hunt Films & Channels:  @WhitetailFrenzy https://youtu.be/XKR_2kSnK1E?si=b9pn-Amh7mKhOgvr  @bush_league_bowhunters tps://youtu.be/GHEzvFgyaG4?si=2VHQgInOlSaN- @memoriesmadeoutdoors9028 s://youtu.be/vdu4rVBI7f8?si=bGGzGXTjUKfr1kc5 By no means are we pros at filming — we still have a LOT to learn. But if you aren’t failing, you aren’t learning. This episode is all about growth, improvement, and becoming better hunters and storytellers. Support for the Podcast: DeerAge- https://deerage.com/- HTS to save 10% OnX Hunt Affiliate links: Latitude Outdoors- https://alnk.to/58sFmed

Deer season is over… so what now?For a lot of hunters, this is the time of year when gear gets thrown in the corner and trail cameras get forgotten. But the off-season is where next fall’s success really starts.In this video, I walk through how I hunt the off-season by going back through trail camera SD cards, cleaning and maintaining cameras, and organizing photos that are actually worth saving. Instead of drowning in thousands of pictures, I explain how I narrow it down to the images that matter and why that helps me make better decisions moving forward.I also break down my mobile hunting setup, including the final pieces I added and why I made a big change before the season ever started. I explain why I switched up my hang-on stand setup, what wasn’t working for me before, and how those changes impacted the way I hunt.This isn’t a “top 10 tips” video or a gear sales pitch. It’s an honest discussion about:What to do with trail camera data after the seasonWhy cleaning and maintaining trail cameras mattersHow to organize trail camera photos for future huntsHow and why I adjusted my mobile hunting setupLessons learned from making a major hang-on stand switchIf you’re a public land hunter, big woods hunter, or someone who enjoys learning through real experiences instead of hype, this video is meant to start a conversation.👇 Join the discussion in the comments:What do you focus on once the season ends — trail cameras, scouting, gear tweaks, or unplugging completely? Get your DEER AGED and use code HTS to save 10%#whitetailhunting #deerhuntingpodcast #pahunting #bowhuntingwhitetails #Deercamp

The PA Game Commission board meeting took place on January 24, 2026 and they discussed multiple possible changes to the Pennsylvania hunting season. The board voted on a change to the Pennsylvania Rifle season A 6–3 vote at the PA Game Commission could change rifle season as we know it. I break down what was decided, what wasn’t, and where hunters still have a voice. Support for the Podcast: DeerAge- https://deerage.com/- HTS to save 10% OnX Hunt

BREAKING: Pennsylvania may move rifle deer season to the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Here’s what the Game Commission is proposing and what it could mean for PA hunters this fall. Let’s talk about it. Let’s your voice be heard by emailing the board: [email protected] Website

In this episode of the Hunt The Season Podcast, Bryce Canada of Mobile Hunter Prince LLC joins the show to break down mobile hunting strategies and why adapting to a lightweight, efficient setup is crucial for success on pressured whitetail deer. Bryce and the hosts discuss the transition from traditional stationary tree stand setups to mobile hunting systems, including .5 stands, saddle hunting, and minimalist gear.The conversation dives into how mobile deer hunting has helped hunters stay effective in highly pressured areas like Michigan and Pennsylvania, allowing faster setups, better access to hard-to-reach locations, and increased adaptability during the season. Bryce Canada shares firsthand experience hunting pressured public land and explains how mobile setups can significantly improve shot opportunities.Bryce also breaks down the origin story of Mobile Hunter Prince LLC, which began with custom Lone Wolf stick accessories made using a 3D printer his wife purchased. What started as a small project quickly grew into a respected mobile hunting brand built on the principles of affordability, efficiency, and minimalist design.Throughout the episode, Bryce highlights popular Mobile Hunter Prince products such as the tether cincher, milkweed holder, and lineman rope adjustment, all designed to improve speed and efficiency for mobile hunters. These products are now available through Etsy and Eastern Woods Outdoors.If you’re interested in mobile whitetail hunting, saddle hunting gear, or learning how to hunt pressured deer more effectively, this episode delivers valuable insights from experienced hunters who live the mobile hunting lifestyle.Topics Covered:Mobile hunting vs stationary setupsSaddle hunting and .5 standsHunting pressured deer on public landMichigan and Pennsylvania whitetail strategiesMobile Hunter Prince gear and philosophy🎯 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share for more whitetail hunting tips, mobile hunting gear reviews, and podcast episodes from Hunt The Season. Support for the Podcast:Code of Silence Camo- HUNTSEASON10 -https://alnk.to/eZJeydTCamp.Co- HTS save 10%DeerAge- https://deerage.com/- HTS to save 10%Affiliate links:Latitude Outdoors- https://alnk.to/58sFmed#whitetailhunting #deerhuntingpodcast #pahunting #bowhuntingwhitetails #Deercamp

In this video of Hunt The Season, Ethan, Jeff and Myself chat about how the Rifle hunting season went, along with the encounters we had this year, not only with doe but mature mountain buck! Along with that we share some stories, lessons, plans for the next year and what we would have done differently. We also talk about the law that was broken and what we did!Thank you for listening and check out the links belowSupport for the Podcast:Code of Silence Camo- HUNTSEASON10 -https://alnk.to/eZJeydTCamp.Co- HTS save 10%DeerAge- https://deerage.com/- HTS to save 10%OnX HuntLatitude Outdoors- https://alnk.to/58sFmedTideWe: https://alnk.to/cb5O0ek

On this episode of Hunt The Season, I sat down to chat with Kyle Allen out of Ohio who is also a Big woods Pennsylvania hunter. We talk about how his season went with harvesting a beautiful Ohio buck on his own property in the early season and being able to have his son there to help with the recovery. To then being able to connect a public land Pennsylvania 10 point in the mountains! We then dive into the really big topic we wanted to talk about, trail cameras, primarily cell cameras and how we have seen them all over the woods and how we feel like we are being watched with every step we take. This is a very opinionated based episode about trail cameras, if you can not handle this type of conversation then I would recommend tunning in next week to another episode. Thank you for listening and the support!

In this episode of the Hunt The Season Podcast, pressured-whitetail, Nick Queen breaks down advanced public-land tactics that put mature bucks on the ground—even in the heaviest hunting pressure. Recorded during Pennsylvania’s rifle season, Nick contrasts PA pressure with Illinois’ unique gun/tag system and explains how he adapts to crowded woods, shifting deer movement, and “educated” bucks that refuse to leave their core area. Nick shares the full story of a giant ten-pointer he chased all season, including close calls, mistakes, thermal tricks on a heated lake, unconventional access routes, and the rmoment he learned the buck was finally killed on adjacent private land. From navigating public-land pressure to understanding bedding logic, parallel trails, faint sign, and “creative entry,” Nick gives real-world deer hunting advice—not generic top-five lists. If you want deeper insight into public land bowhunting, rut tactics, high-pressure whitetails, big buck behavior, and how to outsmart mature deer when everyone else is in the woods, this episode is packed with strategy hunters can apply immediately.

In this episode, I sit down with Izaak Young from The Big Buck Theory to break down everything you need to know about tracking mature bucks, understanding big-woods deer behavior, and improving your rifle season success.Whether you’re still-hunting the endless ridges of northern PA, slipping through mountain laurel after fresh snow, or sitting sun-up to sundown waiting for that ghost-like giant to finally show—this episode is packed with real-world tactics you can use immediately.What We Cover:Big Woods Deer Tracking 101 — how to read tracks, trails, and subtle sign that most hunters walk right pastHow Mature Bucks Actually Move during rifle seasonHow to Hunt Pressure and use other hunters to your advantageSnow Tracking Strategies and how to follow a track without blowing the deer outStill-Hunting Tips that help you slow down and see deer before they see youWhy Big Woods Bucks Behave Differently than farmland deerThe gear, mindset, and strategy Izaak uses to consistently find big-woods bucksPerfect For:PA Rifle Hunters heading out for opening weekAnyone hunting big woods, mountain country, or low deer-density areasHunters wanting to learn how to track deer in snow or understand buck patternsFans of The Big Buck Theory or long-form deer hunting conversationsCheck out The Big Buck Theory: https://www.youtube.com/@UCpvP7HgL-ndorgwnrFqZ22A