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Chasing Giants with Don Higgins

Terry Peer
Whitetail Deer
Food Plots
Deer Management
Hunting Strategies
Deer Hunting
Hunting
Trail Cameras
Antler Growth
Hunting Techniques
Habitat Management
Land Management
Illinois
EHD
Whitetail Hunting
Whitetail Deer Management
Midwest Sportsman's Classic
Whitetail Management
Whitetails
Switchgrass
Turkey Hunting

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.

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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 imp... more

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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... more

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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 bow... more

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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 Il... more

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Recent Guests

Damon Marling
Pastor from Indiana featured in a listener question
Paris Crossing, Indiana
Episode: Why Are Bucks Scraping THIS MUCH Already? | Chasing Giants Podcast #345
Devin Hurley
Sunday night prayer time host during episode
Chasing Giants
Episode: Why Are Bucks Scraping THIS MUCH Already? | Chasing Giants Podcast #345
Joe Miles
Doctor; hunting guest discussed as a co-host on the show
ASIO (via sponsor and guest)
Episode: 5 YEARS Chasing One Buck! Joe Miles' Incredible Swamp Buck Story | Chasing Giants #344
Nick Carpenter
Owner of Brenton USA
Brenton USA
Episode: Legal Doesn’t Mean Ethical: Where Do YOU Draw the Line? | Chasing Giants 338
Steve Jones
Listener from Marshfield, Wisconsin, asks about scrape magnets and synthetic scents
Listener
Episode: You Spent WHAT on a Deer Crossing?! | Chasing Giants #337
Walker Lee
Listener from Leland, Mississippi; long-time listener discussing rope scrapes and planting
Listener
Episode: You Spent WHAT on a Deer Crossing?! | Chasing Giants #337
Emerson Day
Christian singer and guest, involved in Texas hunt crew
Episode: You Spent WHAT on a Deer Crossing?! | Chasing Giants #337
Jeffrey Aiken
Listener from Loma Linda, Missouri, asks about property encroachment and baiting laws
Listener
Episode: You Spent WHAT on a Deer Crossing?! | Chasing Giants #337
John Four
Listener from Byron, Illinois, asks about managing small isolated properties
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Episode: You Spent WHAT on a Deer Crossing?! | Chasing Giants #337

Hosts

Don Higgins
Host with deep experience in land management, hunting strategy, and brand initiatives
Terry Peer
Co-host and producer, focuses on social media, marketing: and field discussions

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 723 ratings
  • Very informative

    Absolutely love this podcast!

    People seem to criticize terry and don but they are litterly just naturally complaining about a bunch of made up garbage. They have integrity and are great hunters and people!

    To any of you complainers look at yourselves before picking apart people with integrity.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bowackin1!
    United States3 months ago
  • Enjoyable podcast

    Always enjoy listening to the topics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jj bing
    United States9 months ago
  • Seen saw

    Love the show down you do know there is a word saw. Seen is all you ever say.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nadiswg
    United Statesa year ago
  • I love it

    I really enjoy hearing some real sane country boys talking about hunting & Christianity ! Keep up the good work 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    --------------$&@?!'
    United Statesa year ago
  • Lost a listener

    Used to love this show. After a couple episodes ago where you went on a rant about “purple hair people” my kid who was riding in the car asked why a Christian man was talking poorly and verbally bullying someone. I turned the episode off and couldn’t finish it. Then I was listening to your next episode today for you to go on another rant about how Christian guys could talk poorly and lie about you. Best of luck. Unsubscribed.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Van1414
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise actionable, veteran insight on hunting and habitat.
Some feedback notes frustration with religious or political rants, but many find value in authentic, down-to-earth guidance.
Audience appreciates faith integration and practical tips for land management.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#22
United States/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#143
Canada/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#230
Australia/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#39
China/Sports/Wilderness

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

October Cold Front EXPLODES Buck Movement! | Chasing Giants #347
Q: On scent control, so I know you usually talk about playing the wind, but do you think it's necessary to use some kind of scent control for the deer that happened to come in from the direction you didn't expect?
Higgins considers scent-control products overrated and says hunters should choose stand locations and access routes that make it unlikely deer will get downwind. Such products may reduce scent but cannot make a hunter scent-free.
October Cold Front EXPLODES Buck Movement! | Chasing Giants #347
Q: So I've heard a theory that when a doe eats acorns, it dries her milk up to wean her fawn to get ready for the next. And I was wondering if this is true or not.
Higgins says acorns do not dry up a doe's milk. A doe may stop nursing when she separates from her fawns during the rut, and that interruption can lead her to dry up.
Can You Shoot Too Far? Don Higgins on Bowhunting Ethics | Chasing Giants #346
Q: How should a hunter organize trail-camera data to build useful historical records, and what tools can help with tagging and analysis?
They recommend organizing photos by location, using software with tagging and reporting capabilities, and using a system like Hunt Control to tag bucks and extract analytics by wind, temp, and time over multiple years.
Can You Shoot Too Far? Don Higgins on Bowhunting Ethics | Chasing Giants #346
Q: Don and Terry, what is your stance on launching arrows at 70+ yards, and how should hunters balance ethical considerations with personal shooting ability?
The hosts emphasize personal responsibility, the importance of minimizing animal suffering, and the reality that long shots increase risk of wounding. They advocate hunting with the aim of getting closer and acknowledge mentorship and tradition, while avoiding judgment of others' choices.
Why Are Bucks Scraping THIS MUCH Already? | Chasing Giants Podcast #345
Q: Do you think a mature buck population declines during hunting seasons across the area, and what could be causing it?
The guests suggest a combination of hunting pressure, mortality rates, and possible poaching or disease, with mature bucks often disappearing due to harvest or mobility, and emphasize that visibility can be deceiving as some deer are shot away from the observed areas.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chasing Giants

What is Chasing Giants about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on practical deer habitat management, hunting strategy, and real-world brand-building within the outdoor space. Episodes frequently cover land stewardship, food-plot planning, drone ethics, gear and sponsorships, and community outreach, all framed by faith-based perspectives and a no-nonsense, experiential tone. A recurring strength is blending technical land-management tips with candid lifestyle updates, audience Q&A, and fundraising efforts that support charitable causes. The format often features two seasoned hosts with hands-on experience, plus occasional guests who contribute expertise in real estate, hunting property strategy, or industry partnerships. Listeners are likely drawn to down-to-earth, battle-tested advice... more

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4. Nick Carpenter
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6. Walker Lee
7. Emerson Day
8. Jeffrey Aiken

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