Quick Tip. We always remove and throw away the straps to our trail cams and replace them with rubberized wire that you can buy at Tractor supply or any hardware store. The strap is always the give away for thieves on the lookout. We also carry one step so we can get the camera high enough we’re people can’t mess with it and deer aren’t bothered by it. Thanks for a great video.
Great video and hunt as always guys. Awesome buck, Shawn! Thanks for bringing some full content back to a free platform like TH-cam. Missed seeing you guys!
I have had similar success hunting public land close to the parking areas or a road. Like you said if the deer sign is there, trust it. Enjoyed the hunt.
One thing I like about public is feeling like you're hunting old school cause you really don't have a knowledge of all the bucks in the property or know how they use the property. Great videos as always
Moved from PA to IA a year ago Sept 22. Definitely living a whitetail dream. Had same emotions hunting public. A year wiser this year. Looking for bigger this year. Congratulations, cool hunt.
I love hunting a new area, scouting is fun and figuring out the deer pattern. Then when you see a deer on the stand you did your job. Enjoyed the video
I too am about to start a journey for public land giants, it's a true grind of early season scouting and putting in the miles, on foot and in truck! And always the fear of someone finding your spot and over hunting or just stealing your gear! Great hunt, and thanks for the inspiration and motivation to stay true to the course for success!
I’ve been hunting Iowa first shotgun season with my preference points I’ve built up for the last 3 seasons. Through an outfitter, I’ve had great success. Awesome state to hunt big whitetails. I’d rather hunt with the bow, but if I can hunt Iowa every year with a shotgun, heck I’ll deal with it. Nice buck bud 🤘🇺🇸
@HeartlandBowhunter I'm blessed to be In southwestern iowa and to have access to about 700 private acres. 80 is right behind house. Walk put of garage and in stand in 10 to 20 min
Love it. This type of cinematic, voiceover but still some talking head style is where it's at. Not too much treestand whispering which is very played out.
Good video man! Hi from iowa. It's good to throw in some ground noise when rattling. deer aren't silent out there when they are moving around especially when jostling. They usually tickle their antlers for a few minutes as opposed to full on fighting immediately
@@HeartlandBowhunter i know hunting public in Michigan is a little different. But the tactics like overlooked spots work everywhere . I've watched you guys for years and love everything. Good luck
Wow when I seen you setting up with the same heavy sticks that I use I couldn't believe my eyes ,thought okay maybe I didn't make a mistake purchasing them. This is the only way I hunt blind in with no camera. KISS method
i was chasing a buck on public that had several different beds for different winds that all had a clear line of sight to the access where everyone parks he was a big 10 pointer. i got tired of playing cat and mouse with him and moved on. that was a few years ago so i doubt hes alive anymore but i wouldnt be suprised if another buck is doing the same thing in the area. im sure they do that more then you would think.
Congratulations ! , But I don't understand... walking around Oct. 28 in Iowa, without your Bow ??? W.T.? ... I learned over 40 years ago from "Uncles" Barry & Gene, "Always be prepared for an Opportunity" What would you have done, when the Biggest Buck you ever saw in your Life, came walking by, at 20 yards ?? L.O.L's. I NEVER go in the woods , during open season, without my Bow .I shot one of my biggest bucks,from the ground, walking in to my stand, at 2:00 in the afternoon, because I was "Prepared for an Opportunity", by practicing shooting my Bow, with my Backpack and Tree-stand on. Show me a Hunter, who's Prepared for an Opportunity, And I'll show you someone who's real 'Lucky"
You lost me when you passed the pasture poodle. Its funny how guys want to revert back from cell cameras or cameras at all. You might be hunting on public land but i just dont feel the appeal your looking for . Coming from a true blue public hunter. As always wonderful camera and computer work tho 🤙
All u hunt TH-cam channels are all the same all out west where there is giants that run around everywhere lol i gotta start filming in pa and show ya how real hunters hunt
I watched your full video. Congratulations on the nice deer but I don’t think I will watch any more of your content. Letting that coyote go was not acceptable
Luckiest shot I’ve seen. Why does everyone with a TH-cam channel shoot like crap? 9/10 shots are total garbage. If I had a channel, I’d be embarrassed to post this, let alone tell anyone. Hit the archery range boys.
Bad shots happen if you’ve done it enough. It’s not something I am proud of and called out immediately following the shot. That’s humility. That was the purpose of showing it. I will always strive to do better but don’t believe I’m better than anyone else.
I know bad shots happen. I’m a hunter too. And I’m as humble as they come. But my problem is that all of these videos on TH-cam show bad shots which has an exponential effect on thousands of other hunters. It’s essentially saying to millions, “it’s okay to miss, it’s just one animal…I don’t need to train until days before hunting season, everyone does it.” I apologize, but I expect more from the hunting community. We have a privilege, but we can lose it. Just look at Chris Bees video and what happened in Southern Australia. All said, I’m happy you recovered that deer. From an Iowan to you, glad you enjoyed the hunting and state.
I appreciate that. It was a hunt and experience I will never forget. The state of Iowa is a very special place with some incredible natural resources. I have never advocated to begin preparing for a hunt just days before a hunt. That’s not what I do. I believe our videos relay that there’s far more preparation involved. I do appreciate the feedback and hope you can also understand where I’m coming from.
Quick Tip. We always remove and throw away the straps to our trail cams and replace them with rubberized wire that you can buy at Tractor supply or any hardware store. The strap is always the give away for thieves on the lookout. We also carry one step so we can get the camera high enough we’re people can’t mess with it and deer aren’t bothered by it. Thanks for a great video.
@@shawn.ski3531Thats what the original comment already said..?
I always appreciate the cinematic story y’all present us. I’ve been a fan since the beginning. Keep it up guys!
Thanks so much! Appreciate you sticking with us!
Great video and hunt as always guys. Awesome buck, Shawn! Thanks for bringing some full content back to a free platform like TH-cam. Missed seeing you guys!
You’re welcome and thanks for watching!
Best hunting videos out there!! Miles ahead of everyone else.
No clue AT ALL why yall dont have more followers. One of the best hunting channels on youtube!
Thanks so much man!
I have had similar success hunting public land close to the parking areas or a road. Like you said if the deer sign is there, trust it. Enjoyed the hunt.
For sure! Appreciate the watch and good luck this Fall!
@@HeartlandBowhunter good luck to you as well
One thing I like about public is feeling like you're hunting old school cause you really don't have a knowledge of all the bucks in the property or know how they use the property. Great videos as always
Moved from PA to IA a year ago Sept 22. Definitely living a whitetail dream. Had same emotions hunting public. A year wiser this year. Looking for bigger this year. Congratulations, cool hunt.
I love hunting a new area, scouting is fun and figuring out the deer pattern. Then when you see a deer on the stand you did your job. Enjoyed the video
Thank you!
I too am about to start a journey for public land giants, it's a true grind of early season scouting and putting in the miles, on foot and in truck! And always the fear of someone finding your spot and over hunting or just stealing your gear! Great hunt, and thanks for the inspiration and motivation to stay true to the course for success!
Thanks man! Good luck on your public land adventures this season!
@@HeartlandBowhunter thank you!
Fantastic! Congrats! I have 6 points currently and am planning my journey for next season.
Love it! You’ll have a blast.
I’ve been hunting Iowa first shotgun season with my preference points I’ve built up for the last 3 seasons. Through an outfitter, I’ve had great success. Awesome state to hunt big whitetails. I’d rather hunt with the bow, but if I can hunt Iowa every year with a shotgun, heck I’ll deal with it. Nice buck bud 🤘🇺🇸
Who do you use? What caliber of deer are you killing?
Man that video didn’t disappoint at all! Congratulations
I appreciate it!
Country cabins, nice! Great video y’all!
Thanks!
Have 7 points may have to cash them in next year. Used to have some private to hunt but was sold so gonna have to make the public land journey
I love it, real world hunting. Keep it up!
I like using bankline to tie on trail cams , a thick strap gives them away, use a Canadian jam knot
Solid video guys, thanks for sharing the tactics
im in iowa its always yote season when on stand. great vid.
Thank ya!
@HeartlandBowhunter I'm blessed to be In southwestern iowa and to have access to about 700 private acres. 80 is right behind house. Walk put of garage and in stand in 10 to 20 min
That’s a blessing for sure 🙌🙏 good luck this Fall. You’re living in s great place!
@@HeartlandBowhunter Amen to that
Nice one great video
Love it. This type of cinematic, voiceover but still some talking head style is where it's at. Not too much treestand whispering which is very played out.
Good video man! Hi from iowa. It's good to throw in some ground noise when rattling. deer aren't silent out there when they are moving around especially when jostling. They usually tickle their antlers for a few minutes as opposed to full on fighting immediately
Agreed when its available! This tree was pretty bare with leaves or debris to imitate that sound.
@HeartlandBowhunter For sure, yeah, I just started watching ya, so you probably already know some of those things. Great film man
Appreciate it!
Love this content. I know you guys are great hunters but its nice to see you try public even tho its iowa
Appreciate the feedback! We’ve hunted public in quite a few western states just not too much in the Midwest. It’s a fun challenge.
@@HeartlandBowhunter i know hunting public in Michigan is a little different. But the tactics like overlooked spots work everywhere . I've watched you guys for years and love everything. Good luck
Very cool! Love hearing that. Good luck to you as well.
Great video. Congratulations.
Thank you!
Love. The. Fact. You guys use. Novix
Nice buck and good hunt!
Thank you!
It's a great video.
Do you rattle with gloves on or off? Hard to tell at the 8:53.
Just depends. Preferably with gloves!
Wow when I seen you setting up with the same heavy sticks that I use I couldn't believe my eyes ,thought okay maybe I didn't make a mistake purchasing them. This is the only way I hunt blind in with no camera. KISS method
I’ve since switched to a much lighter setup with the Novix sticks and stands. Muuuucb easier for packing in and noise. Good luck out there!
My hunting buddy uses those muddy, and i use the novix. Money well spent on the novix.. muddy have to weigh double.
i was chasing a buck on public that had several different beds for different winds that all had a clear line of sight to the access where everyone parks he was a big 10 pointer. i got tired of playing cat and mouse with him and moved on. that was a few years ago so i doubt hes alive anymore but i wouldnt be suprised if another buck is doing the same thing in the area. im sure they do that more then you would think.
Great deer I don’t get that lucky by parking lots lol congratulations
Haha it was right place right time
😂😂 that coyote listens better than my neighbors 3 dogs combined.
😂
Do you soak your rattling antlers in water to keep that natural sound? DeerHuntingNC
Actually have not! That does sound like an interesting tactic and would like to see if i notice a difference. Thanks!
What broadhead do you use?
This was the NAP hell razor but using the G5 MegaMeat now and love the hole, penetration and blood trail it leaves.
Either that’s a lucky shot or your from TN and we call that a TN heart shot
$2000 bow setup and hunting out of a Chinese treestand lol. Congrats on a nice buck!
Yeah,how’s that Chinese smartphone working out for you!😡
@@gregsido9235 are there US manufactured smartphones?
@@brysonhollaryep... My Nokia is !
That's why i bought it
@@Bow-Man congrats. I’ve got a company phone and don’t have a choice.
What lock on is this ?
Nice buck man congrats, sometimes you gotta do what you don't see others doing even if it seems crazy
For sure! Thank you!
What garmin watch is Shawn wearing?
Garmin Fenix…maybe the 4 but could be the 5.
How come I never saw a video where the hunter only wounds the buck, and never finds it?
Congratulations ! , But I don't understand... walking around Oct. 28 in Iowa, without your Bow ??? W.T.? ... I learned over 40 years ago from "Uncles" Barry & Gene, "Always be prepared for an Opportunity" What would you have done, when the Biggest Buck you ever saw in your Life, came walking by, at 20 yards ??
L.O.L's. I NEVER go in the woods , during open season, without my Bow .I shot one of my biggest bucks,from the ground, walking in to my stand, at 2:00 in the afternoon, because I was "Prepared for an Opportunity", by practicing shooting my Bow, with my Backpack and Tree-stand on. Show me a Hunter, who's Prepared for an Opportunity, And I'll show you someone who's real 'Lucky"
Glad you showed how to do it ghe tight way instead of those guys walking all around with arrow lock n loaddd spooking all the deer
What Zone?
Bought my first point this season! See in yall in 5 years maybe??
Maybe 3 or 4! 🤷🏻♂️
If you want to challenge how mentally tough you are, don't use cameras. And a added benefit is you won't have anxiety about someone stealing them.
Your saftey harness strap is either not attached or WAY too loose. That would hurt.
Always attached but most likely a little too loose.
@@HeartlandBowhunter have a great year, but stay safe.
Thank you! Same to you.
You lost me when you passed the pasture poodle.
Its funny how guys want to revert back from cell cameras or cameras at all.
You might be hunting on public land but i just dont feel the appeal your looking for . Coming from a true blue public hunter.
As always wonderful camera and computer work tho 🤙
👍 thanks for watching.
Runt…
All u hunt TH-cam channels are all the same all out west where there is giants that run around everywhere lol i gotta start filming in pa and show ya how real hunters hunt
spoiled ... lol.. try hunting public in Michigan, northern public land.... Gd luck gettin a mature buck..
Jealous much
@@Bow-Man very much so.. y'all don't know how easy you have it..
I watched your full video. Congratulations on the nice deer but I don’t think I will watch any more of your content. Letting that coyote go was not acceptable
His choice not Yours !
You gave the hunt away in the first 24 seconds! No sense in watching!
Some people appreciate the story and the progress to the product. Obviously your one that’s just out to kill and that’s ok do you
Luckiest shot I’ve seen. Why does everyone with a TH-cam channel shoot like crap? 9/10 shots are total garbage. If I had a channel, I’d be embarrassed to post this, let alone tell anyone. Hit the archery range boys.
Bad shots happen if you’ve done it enough. It’s not something I am proud of and called out immediately following the shot. That’s humility. That was the purpose of showing it. I will always strive to do better but don’t believe I’m better than anyone else.
I know bad shots happen. I’m a hunter too. And I’m as humble as they come. But my problem is that all of these videos on TH-cam show bad shots which has an exponential effect on thousands of other hunters. It’s essentially saying to millions, “it’s okay to miss, it’s just one animal…I don’t need to train until days before hunting season, everyone does it.” I apologize, but I expect more from the hunting community. We have a privilege, but we can lose it. Just look at Chris Bees video and what happened in Southern Australia. All said, I’m happy you recovered that deer. From an Iowan to you, glad you enjoyed the hunting and state.
I appreciate that. It was a hunt and experience I will never forget. The state of Iowa is a very special place with some incredible natural resources.
I have never advocated to begin preparing for a hunt just days before a hunt. That’s not what I do. I believe our videos relay that there’s far more preparation involved. I do appreciate the feedback and hope you can also understand where I’m coming from.
2020??...
Yes this is an older hunt.
Wow anyone catch the rattling scene he's wearing gloves up Close then he's not lol wtf
so many hacks.....you ain't one 😊
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@@HeartlandBowhunter you from the carbon tv days.....it was a compliment bud
Ohhh 😂 was just trying to understand what you were saying. Appreciate it!