I would definatly watch a 3 hour video of bill talking about how he managed his farm, who wouldn't want to see that? We could all gain a ton of knowledge, needless to say im excited for the next video!
I’m game to sit and watch him breakdown his reasons why he made certain improvements, I’m about 8 years into designing my dream property and it’s been a struggle.
Was anxiously awaiting this episode, and it didn't disappoint. I know you want to turn the page on this farm, but I think others will agree that we are interested in any other stories, circumstances, etc. on the sale of this great farm that you are comfortable sharing. Looking forward to the recollecting the great hunts you had on this farm next video. Lastly, very interested in hearing your real-time progress on finding your new farm. What you are looking for, what you are not looking for, size, layout, neighbors, water, etc. Could learn a lot from you through this process if you are willing to share. Thanks again Bill.
I don't know about anyone else but I actually like listening to your management side of things and how to improve areas and how to do that 👍👍 excited to see what the future lies ahead on your new property when you find it
Hi Bill. Very interesting history on your farm. I for one would love to hear you go more in depth on the land and herd management you did there over the years. I don't think many people realize just how much work it is to build a farm like you did. Thanks for the journey on your farm. I've been watching MWW since day 1 and you guys were the start of the semi live hunting format which is huge right now. Congrats on the move closer to your parents, a move you will undoubtedly never regret. Best of luck this season and make sure you keep contributing whenever you can haha!
This actually made me very sad to watch. To imagine how hard you worked and how proud you were of that farm is hard to watch. It brought incredible memories for you and us fans that have followed you for years. Good luck on finding your new hunting property. The wildlife could always use more people like you.
Bill, I was not upset for one second watching this video. I enjoy listening to how you manage your property. Please don’t ever think we don’t want to hear that stuff.
I get it but I’m still in shock. I can’t imagine how you must feel, even though you are doing what’s best for you and your family. The immense connection you have to that farm must be heart wrenching to leave. I could listen to hours of your farm’s history and what you did and learned there. Best of luck with the next chapter, what a great story the last 18 years has been.
Bill, it's sad to see this property go, but I have great respect for you wanting to be closer to family. The thing I'm excited most about going forward is you will aquire a new property, and when you do, we all get to come along and watch you develope and turn it into something amazing. That's what I'm excited about. Thanks again for a great show!
Bill...You did a GREAT JOB with that farm...Congrats...Pray the The Good Lord LEADS you to "The Right Piece of Property" you're looking for...My Best to you and yours!!!
Bill, I know you said you won't talk about it again. We respect that. But, man there is a lot of knowledge that we could gain from you past experiences grooming a farm. Could this be something you do on you daily blogs with like a Go Pro.... I think it would be well received my many.... I would be willing to listen to what you have touched on this video for hours. Maybe.... or could you take a poll on it? Thanks
I have been following you for 20 years. I first started reading your writings in magazines. I was trying to remember if you ever had articles in Whitetail Hunting Strategies Magazine that’s going way back in time. Anyway, I just want to Thank you for the informative writings and all you have taught us over the years. I will miss seeing you hunting that great farm. Much success on your next Whitetail endeavors!
Thanks, Bill. I sure hope everyone else enjoyed that as much as I did. I'm 34 and my Mom and Dad first subscribed to North American Whitetail in 1992 or 1993. I've admired and honestly envied what you guys do since I was 8years old. Thanks again.
Thanks again Bill for all of the awesome work and great videos from you and the entire midwest whitetail team. Watching this video was kind of sad for me but I know you will move on to better things and Family is the most important. David Lewis from Ohio
You can talk about it as much as you want. I’m kind of sad you let it go, but I’m looking forward to following your new ventures. Good luck. I enjoyed this episode.
No need to rush away from this topic, Bill. I think a lot of people here learn a great deal with what you did on that farm. Best wishes in finding another farm you can manage. From the looks of it, NE Iowa is a beautiful place, with a more challenging topography. Looking forward to seeing how you approach it.
I was a kid when i started watching you Bill. I now strive to have my own place to learn and grow... Theres a group of guys in my home town sharing a large farm that think they are the Bee’s knees... yet “Never Kill Does” and almost exclusively gun hunt. I am sure you could humble them Even in the most casual of conversations. cheers
Wow!! What an awesome story in growth!! Dream big is true Bill. I went from 40 acres to 350 all wrapped around the original family homestead from 1880 in Michigan's UP. Great story, good luck on the next one. Joe
Your montage of the hunts over the years are fantastic, great job! You are absolutely correct about the memories made with the children. I am from Maine, we have great deer and I have been fortunate over the last 50 years to take some nice deer. As you stated, my most memorable moments are when my two daughters at the age of 10 and 12 started harvesting deer, mostly on youth day. We don't have the deer you do but we all share the same passion. I am think after watching all your series on TH-cam I need to haul my camper to Iowa for 10 days or so😂. God bless you and your family and for keeping the hunting heritage alive!
I truly enjoyed your shop...your quiet thoughtful approach to deer hunting with archery tackle. So,so many hunting shows are full of inflated egos and drivel. Thank you so much! I can only imagine how hard your decision must of been. But your right... the past is the past and great thing lie ahead for you...I look forward to you sharing them. Thank you again!
Never stepped foot on it, but you always made us feel like we were right there with you for all these years. I will miss "death ridge" the most. Best of luck Bill.
Bill, as far as me and my hunting friends you can't speak enough about your success and strategies. Your show has greatly contributed to my success as a hunter and the way I look at hunting in general! I am looking forward to seeing your plans in the future so thanks for all of your advice and hard work !!
Thanks Bill!!! I’m always learning something new when I watch Midwest Whitetail! This is by far my favorite hunting show to watch. Hopefully one day I’ll get to meet you and the crew. Thank you, and God bless you and your family!
Very good informative video. Like some of the other comments on here, I could listen and watch for hours about all the stuff he has done to his property and helped out his neighbors.
I wasn’t expecting this. You were the first youtube channel I started watching years ago, and I enjoyed watching you and your family grow along with the farm. You are definitely a pioneer in the hunting industry that a lot of people look up to and respect. Congratulations on this new chapter in your lives.
One of the best episode I’ve watched, explained so well and every point was great and interesting to listen to! Sad you left your farm but where a good story ends a better one begins!
Not sure how or why any hunter would tire of hearing this great story and/or the information provided. Thanks for sharing Bill and best of luck moving forward.
I’m still astonished how you don’t have 1 mil subscribers. What a gentleman, hunter, and conservationist. Hope you spend that money wisely and get another paradise going.
Fantastic video! Really enjoyed it and appreciate you putting this together. Selling your farm and moving closer to "home" really says something for your character and respect for your parents. Onto the next one!
Hey Bill, thanks for all the great hunts on that farm, hopefully you have many more wherever you hunt in the future and you can share them with all of us on Mondays. I’ve been watching the show for about 10 years now, definitely must see TV. Thanks again Bill and the MWWT crew for all you guys do. Best of luck and God Bless.
Well Bill, I think you should do you like I’ve done this year, I have no leases, I’m hunting only public access Lands. But I’ve gone to a saddle hunting system, and I have to tell you I really really love it. I can adjust wherever I am hunting based on the wind. I can go in anywhere it’s light, I can get down and take everything with me, as quiet as a squirrel. It is really back to actually hunting, no sitting over food plots just scouting and finding trails areas where the deer have to go because the terrain features the water. Every day is a new hunt.
Great episode, thanks Bill. Shows where your heart is at when you talk about giving back. May god continue to bless you and your family. #AlwaysDreamBig!!
Man i cant imagine owning a huge paradise like that and somehow muster up the courage to sell it.. But i know what that land goes for so that check is probably looking good anyhow good luck with your search for a new paradise!
Midwest whitetail is my favorite hunting show and I always enjoy watching your hunts Bill. I know you will find the right property and we'll be watching you smoke some giants on that property too. Keep doing what you do best! 🏹
Man, we all just don’t even know how many man hours of labor went in to that farm over the past 18yrs!!! Excited to see what God has in store for y’all now. Thanks for all the knowledge you share with us about your learning experience from that farm.
Man. I can’t imagine letting something like that go. I gotta say thank you though Bill. You always answered my questions with enthusiasm and care. I have had our farm since 1997. The place becomes part of you. I genuinely hope ya find a place that ends up as special as that one. Take care
Bill Thanks for being up front. To many public personalities, take you right up to the story then keep it to themselves. Thanks for being open and God Bless
Bill I hate to hear you sold the farm, but definitely understand your reasoning. Midwest Whitetail, is in my opinion, the best whitetail hunting show there is. I wish you luck in the future!
Thanks for all that you did. Just some of the little things you talked about can and will make the difference in some of the hunters hunts. I am sad to hear you moved on, but life has a way of making you view the world in different ways. I am sure the next place will been seen through those eyes. Good luck!
I commend the fact you want to be with and closer to family. Moving on is tough, but the right thing when your mind is made up. Good luck with the new areas you work on and your new house/farm. I’ll be watching either way!! All the best, Bill.
Fantastic info and history Bill. We do very similar things, and it has been a real pleasure following you. Many people assume, probably like they do you, that we are just out there writing checks for land. This kind of stuff that you have done is often not possible unless you use creative financing and take some big risks! Best wishes on your next adventure!
Thanks for sharing this, Bill. You always have been my hunting role model and I'd love to listen more! Can't wait for you to take us all through the next chapter as you move forward. God bless!
Great story I've enjoyed hearing over the years; i applaud you for selling, land like so many other assets are ours to manage well for a short time; can't let them become an object of worship but something we can let go of
Bill, hope the search for the new farm goes well. Going to miss your farm episodes as I really don't watch all the episodes if you or Jared aren't the hunters. Personalities of the person make the videos worth watching, and thank you for sharing so much of what you have learned through trials of success and error.
Bill, thank you for sharing your story in how you ended up selling your farm. I'm sure the new owner will realize what a great farm they have. Hopefully you find a new one soon.
Bill you didn't bore me, please keep talking about how you made it happen! Got me thinking about where all the 21/2 yr. olds are I keep passing only to rarely see them the next year! I must have too many Does, and too clean a farm.
I really enjoyed following your hunts on this farm bill. I was actually able to locate your farm on google maps and was intrigued by where some of your stands were like ole reliable and death ridge. Our terrain here in east central Illinois is very similar and I feel like I learned a lot from your show, especially when you would pull out the maps. Look forward to watching you in action in northeast Iowa, good luck finding a good farm to purchase.
Wow! huge and shocking news! It's going to be fun to follow you to your search for a new spot and the development process. Best wishes and may God bless your new endeavors! I'll be following.
It saddens me that you won’t be hunting on that property anymore, Bill. Watching your show from the way beginning when I was a high schooler and to where it is at now. Time and time again, I look forward to new shows weekly. Can’t wait for what you have in store for us, as a viewer and a fan of MW. As long as you don’t leave MW, I’ll be happy 😊!! Good luck to all of Midwest Whitetail and all hunters this Fall. Be safe, Happy Hunting.
Thanks so much Mr. Winke...what a great video...and this really is the kind of content that makes Midwest Whitetail stand out from other shows within the genre. I sure would love a book with photos and maps where you elaborate on the evolution of your farm. The wealth of knowledge you could pass on to others who want to take on habitat projects and improve their land for wildlife would be a compelling lesson.
I thoroughly enjoyed that video. What a fascinating story and a wealth of valuable insight and knowledge. I look forward to following along on the next chapter as you learn a new lease and shop for your next property.
Bill, I'm sure it wasn't easy to let go of the farm but doing the right thing isn't always easy. I'm sure the Lord helped guide your decision. I look forward to your new journey, as you figure out the deer herd in your new patch. Enjoy your family and God bless you brother!
Bill, you leave a very big pair of shoes to fill. Good luck in your new direction. Have been a fan of your writings from your beginning, looking forward to more.
I was on your farm back in like 2005 with rich baugh from WP. Dr grant woods was there and we all talked about what you were doing on the farm. I did not buy my farm in Iowa until like 2011 and it was great. Now I'm in ohio with lots of promise. The best part to me is the shaping of the plan not just killing a deer. Congrats and I'm sure you will enjoy whatever you do going forward.
I just want to thank you for all the hard work and years you and yours put into that farm. It's amazing and I know some of the successful guys you put through there feel the same. Onward and upward. God has that plan for you. Always dream big
Awesome episode! I really enjoyed hearing the breakdown on that farm and I'm looking forward to the next episode! I'm gonna miss following your hunts on that property Bill
Bro your the man at what you do,but the mamma comes first your older and need a fresh start. I did the same last year lost 131/2 acres to a divorce that I worked on so hard that I’m sic from it. But here I’m alive and I’ll move forward lucky Michigan has so much state land that I can call it my own. GOODLUCK and I hope to see you again on here. I’m a fan 1000%.
One thing you didn't mention or go into great detail about was the discipling of the hunters you spent time on. Not faith wise, as Im sure they got that without effort. You gave them a place to hunt, an environment to hone their craft in videography and created a lab to experiment growing the perfect hunting property. Those men and women learned a ton from you. To see that over the years has been a joy. You are not selfish person. You are a giver, Bill. Dont ever apologize about talking to much. I know I enjoy all your videos. God bless you dear brother. God bless you...
Love the show and have been a huge fan since day one! I contribute a lot of my success to MW! Hope you find what you want in NE Iowa, and I understand the move, family is very important! We have around 2000 acres tied up in Richland County WI if you ever need a place to get away,(only an hour east of Marquette). A lot of good deer running around and great cabin to crash for a week as well! Thanks for all your years of dedication to the sport!
If you wrote a book about everything with the old farm I would definitely read it. Great stories, great management, etc. Looking forward to where things go from here for you Bill.
There are several viewers like me that only have access to small acreages. I'd be interested in watching how you'd set up your 13 acres for hunting opportunities. I hope you remember that a lot of us have been along for the journey. That's what we've tuned in for over the years! I'm glad that you are closer to family.
Eric, if I am going to make the most out of this 13 acres I could kill a good number of deer here, (there are decent numbers in the neighborhood) but it would be because I planted it to food and then hunted it in late November through the end of the season. Small properties need to be feeding areas because it is hard to make a small property a good enough bedding area to provide sustainable hunting. Good luck. -Bill
Man, I’m already really bummed about not seeing Owen this season. I sure hope your on here as much as possible Bill! I never miss an episode. Best of luck to you this year Bill! Hopefully Jared plans on hunting a LOT this year!
Loved the video! Bill you are my favorite person to watch on this show. Please keep the awesome videos coming. And I agree with the other comments. We could definitely learn a lot from you and this process. God Bless Bill! 🙏🏻
I would definatly watch a 3 hour video of bill talking about how he managed his farm, who wouldn't want to see that? We could all gain a ton of knowledge, needless to say im excited for the next video!
Absolutely could also.
Same here
Absolutely, should be it's own series!
I’m game to sit and watch him breakdown his reasons why he made certain improvements, I’m about 8 years into designing my dream property and it’s been a struggle.
I would as well.
it would be really cool if you did an in-depth episode on how you acquired the land (specifically) while working on an income budget.
Was anxiously awaiting this episode, and it didn't disappoint. I know you want to turn the page on this farm, but I think others will agree that we are interested in any other stories, circumstances, etc. on the sale of this great farm that you are comfortable sharing. Looking forward to the recollecting the great hunts you had on this farm next video. Lastly, very interested in hearing your real-time progress on finding your new farm. What you are looking for, what you are not looking for, size, layout, neighbors, water, etc. Could learn a lot from you through this process if you are willing to share. Thanks again Bill.
I’d love to hear the whole story! Can’t imagine how hard it was to let that farm go.
Bill, anything you’re willing to teach most of us are willing to learn. You can keep talking!!
I don't know about anyone else but I actually like listening to your management side of things and how to improve areas and how to do that 👍👍 excited to see what the future lies ahead on your new property when you find it
I could listen to you all day Bill, by far the best show. I've been following Midwest Whitetail since the beginning and will until the end.
Hi Bill. Very interesting history on your farm. I for one would love to hear you go more in depth on the land and herd management you did there over the years. I don't think many people realize just how much work it is to build a farm like you did. Thanks for the journey on your farm. I've been watching MWW since day 1 and you guys were the start of the semi live hunting format which is huge right now. Congrats on the move closer to your parents, a move you will undoubtedly never regret. Best of luck this season and make sure you keep contributing whenever you can haha!
I respect your decision. You chose family over everything else. I am happy you found a lease.
This actually made me very sad to watch. To imagine how hard you worked and how proud you were of that farm is hard to watch. It brought incredible memories for you and us fans that have followed you for years. Good luck on finding your new hunting property. The wildlife could always use more people like you.
Bill, I was not upset for one second watching this video. I enjoy listening to how you manage your property. Please don’t ever think we don’t want to hear that stuff.
I get it but I’m still in shock. I can’t imagine how you must feel, even though you are doing what’s best for you and your family. The immense connection you have to that farm must be heart wrenching to leave. I could listen to hours of your farm’s history and what you did and learned there. Best of luck with the next chapter, what a great story the last 18 years has been.
This man is a walking plethora of whitetail management knowledge. You’re a living legend Bill!
Bill, it's sad to see this property go, but I have great respect for you wanting to be closer to family. The thing I'm excited most about going forward is you will aquire a new property, and when you do, we all get to come along and watch you develope and turn it into something amazing. That's what I'm excited about. Thanks again for a great show!
What county was this farm in,just curious?
Bill...You did a GREAT JOB with that farm...Congrats...Pray the The Good Lord LEADS you to "The Right Piece of Property" you're looking for...My Best to you and yours!!!
Bill,
I know you said you won't talk about it again. We respect that.
But, man there is a lot of knowledge that we could gain from you past experiences grooming a farm.
Could this be something you do on you daily blogs with like a Go Pro.... I think it would be well received my many.... I would be willing to listen to what you have touched on this video for hours. Maybe.... or could you take a poll on it? Thanks
I have been following you for 20 years. I first started reading your writings in magazines. I was trying to remember if you ever had articles in Whitetail Hunting Strategies Magazine that’s going way back in time. Anyway, I just want to Thank you for the informative writings and all you have taught us over the years. I will miss seeing you hunting that great farm. Much success on your next Whitetail endeavors!
Thanks, Bill. I sure hope everyone else enjoyed that as much as I did. I'm 34 and my Mom and Dad first subscribed to North American Whitetail in 1992 or 1993. I've admired and honestly envied what you guys do since I was 8years old. Thanks again.
Thanks again Bill for all of the awesome work and great videos from you and the entire midwest whitetail team. Watching this video was kind of sad for me but I know you will move on to better things and Family is the most important. David Lewis from Ohio
thanks Bill, for all those videos and knowledge you share over the years on that awesome farm. love your show!!!
You can talk about it as much as you want. I’m kind of sad you let it go, but I’m looking forward to following your new ventures.
Good luck.
I enjoyed this episode.
No need to rush away from this topic, Bill. I think a lot of people here learn a great deal with what you did on that farm. Best wishes in finding another farm you can manage. From the looks of it, NE Iowa is a beautiful place, with a more challenging topography. Looking forward to seeing how you approach it.
I was a kid when i started watching you Bill. I now strive to have my own place to learn and grow... Theres a group of guys in my home town sharing a large farm that think they are the Bee’s knees... yet “Never Kill Does” and almost exclusively gun hunt. I am sure you could humble them Even in the most casual of conversations. cheers
Wow!! What an awesome story in growth!! Dream big is true Bill. I went from 40 acres to 350 all wrapped around the original family homestead from 1880 in Michigan's UP. Great story, good luck on the next one. Joe
I can listen to you all day! Thanks for the video! Best of luck this season!!
Bill u are the best deer Hunter I know u describe everything to the point. Awesome job brother keep the big bucks coming in.
Wow. Going to miss the Winke Farm and all that footage. Good luck rebooting and getting your whitetail property back Bill
Thanks for sharing, Bill. Best of luck finding your next farm and your next project!
Your montage of the hunts over the years are fantastic, great job! You are absolutely correct about the memories made with the children. I am from Maine, we have great deer and I have been fortunate over the last 50 years to take some nice deer. As you stated, my most memorable moments are when my two daughters at the age of 10 and 12 started harvesting deer, mostly on youth day. We don't have the deer you do but we all share the same passion. I am think after watching all your series on TH-cam I need to haul my camper to Iowa for 10 days or so😂. God bless you and your family and for keeping the hunting heritage alive!
I truly enjoyed your shop...your quiet thoughtful approach to deer hunting with archery tackle. So,so many hunting shows are full of inflated egos and drivel. Thank you so much! I can only imagine how hard your decision must of been. But your right... the past is the past and great thing lie ahead for you...I look forward to you sharing them. Thank you again!
Never stepped foot on it, but you always made us feel like we were right there with you for all these years. I will miss "death ridge" the most. Best of luck Bill.
Bill, as far as me and my hunting friends you can't speak enough about your success and strategies. Your show has greatly contributed to my success as a hunter and the way I look at hunting in general! I am looking forward to seeing your plans in the future so thanks for all of your advice and hard work !!
Miss your daily updates Mr Winked hope all is well with you and the family..God bless!
Thanks Bill!!! I’m always learning something new when I watch Midwest Whitetail! This is by far my favorite hunting show to watch. Hopefully one day I’ll get to meet you and the crew. Thank you, and God bless you and your family!
Very good informative video. Like some of the other comments on here, I could listen and watch for hours about all the stuff he has done to his property and helped out his neighbors.
I wasn’t expecting this. You were the first youtube channel I started watching years ago, and I enjoyed watching you and your family grow along with the farm. You are definitely a pioneer in the hunting industry that a lot of people look up to and respect. Congratulations on this new chapter in your lives.
One of the best episode I’ve watched, explained so well and every point was great and interesting to listen to! Sad you left your farm but where a good story ends a better one begins!
Not sure how or why any hunter would tire of hearing this great story and/or the information provided.
Thanks for sharing Bill and best of luck moving forward.
I’m still astonished how you don’t have 1 mil subscribers. What a gentleman, hunter, and conservationist. Hope you spend that money wisely and get another paradise going.
Fantastic video! Really enjoyed it and appreciate you putting this together. Selling your farm and moving closer to "home" really says something for your character and respect for your parents. Onto the next one!
Good video and thanks for the History of your farm and we look forward to your new farm purchase.
Hey Bill, thanks for all the great hunts on that farm, hopefully you have many more wherever you hunt in the future and you can share them with all of us on Mondays. I’ve been watching the show for about 10 years now, definitely must see TV. Thanks again Bill and the MWWT crew for all you guys do. Best of luck and God Bless.
You seem like a really good guy / hunter. We need a lot more hunters like you in the south. Your a true man of conservation of the outdoors.
Well Bill, I think you should do you like I’ve done this year, I have no leases, I’m hunting only public access Lands. But I’ve gone to a saddle hunting system, and I have to tell you I really really love it. I can adjust wherever I am hunting based on the wind. I can go in anywhere it’s light, I can get down and take everything with me, as quiet as a squirrel. It is really back to actually hunting, no sitting over food plots just scouting and finding trails areas where the deer have to go because the terrain features the water. Every day is a new hunt.
Thanks for all that you’ve done for everyone and hunting! Wishing you the best on your next journey!! Thank you!!
Great episode, thanks Bill. Shows where your heart is at when you talk about giving back.
May god continue to bless you and your family. #AlwaysDreamBig!!
You’ve mastered your techniques. I’d like to see some ground hunting. Drop the treehouses , ozonics and get back to basics.
Man i cant imagine owning a huge paradise like that and somehow muster up the courage to sell it.. But i know what that land goes for so that check is probably looking good anyhow good luck with your search for a new paradise!
Dang im gonna miss ol Bills daily uploads just about
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Midwest whitetail is my favorite hunting show and I always enjoy watching your hunts Bill. I know you will find the right property and we'll be watching you smoke some giants on that property too. Keep doing what you do best! 🏹
Man, we all just don’t even know how many man hours of labor went in to that farm over the past 18yrs!!! Excited to see what God has in store for y’all now. Thanks for all the knowledge you share with us about your learning experience from that farm.
I like the story. A lot of blood sweat and tears go into property good luck this season
Man. I can’t imagine letting something like that go. I gotta say thank you though Bill. You always answered my questions with enthusiasm and care. I have had our farm since 1997. The place becomes part of you. I genuinely hope ya find a place that ends up as special as that one. Take care
Bill Thanks for being up front. To many public personalities, take you right up to the story then keep it to themselves. Thanks for being open and God Bless
Bill I hate to hear you sold the farm, but definitely understand your reasoning. Midwest Whitetail, is in my opinion, the best whitetail hunting show there is. I wish you luck in the future!
You will be missed in the area Bill, Thank you for sharing your knowledge all these years.
Thanks for all that you did. Just some of the little things you talked about can and will make the difference in some of the hunters hunts. I am sad to hear you moved on, but life has a way of making you view the world in different ways. I am sure the next place will been seen through those eyes. Good luck!
Sad to see the farm sold but hope it leads to bigger and better things.
Could definitely listen to hours of you talking about your farm and the whole process! Thanks bill
I commend the fact you want to be with and closer to family. Moving on is tough, but the right thing when your mind is made up.
Good luck with the new areas you work on and your new house/farm. I’ll be watching either way!! All the best, Bill.
Very good knowledge right there! I can learn a whole lot about deer management, just by listening to him. To me, it never gets old.
Good to see you back. Can't wait to see what you do with the new lease.
Fantastic info and history Bill. We do very similar things, and it has been a real pleasure following you. Many people assume, probably like they do you, that we are just out there writing checks for land. This kind of stuff that you have done is often not possible unless you use creative financing and take some big risks! Best wishes on your next adventure!
Thanks for sharing this, Bill. You always have been my hunting role model and I'd love to listen more! Can't wait for you to take us all through the next chapter as you move forward.
God bless!
Appreciate the peak behind the curtain Bill. Lots of respect for you.
Thank you for sharing Bill. It’s great to listen to your wisdom and live somewhat vicariously through your experiences.
Great story I've enjoyed hearing over the years; i applaud you for selling, land like so many other assets are ours to manage well for a short time; can't let them become an object of worship but something we can let go of
Awesome dedication you put into that farm bill, hope you have a great season on new ground!
Great video...I know that you can do it again back close to home. Thanks for doing these for us.
Bill, hope the search for the new farm goes well. Going to miss your farm episodes as I really don't watch all the episodes if you or Jared aren't the hunters. Personalities of the person make the videos worth watching, and thank you for sharing so much of what you have learned through trials of success and error.
Bill, thank you for sharing your story in how you ended up selling your farm. I'm sure the new owner will realize what a great farm they have. Hopefully you find a new one soon.
I didn’t skip 10 seconds of this . Watched every bit of it .. this was awesome
Bill you didn't bore me, please keep talking about how you made it happen! Got me thinking about where all the 21/2 yr. olds are I keep passing only to rarely see them the next year! I must have too many Does, and too clean a farm.
I really enjoyed following your hunts on this farm bill. I was actually able to locate your farm on google maps and was intrigued by where some of your stands were like ole reliable and death ridge. Our terrain here in east central Illinois is very similar and I feel like I learned a lot from your show, especially when you would pull out the maps. Look forward to watching you in action in northeast Iowa, good luck finding a good farm to purchase.
Wow! huge and shocking news! It's going to be fun to follow you to your search for a new spot and the development process. Best wishes and may God bless your new endeavors! I'll be following.
It saddens me that you won’t be hunting on that property anymore, Bill. Watching your show from the way beginning when I was a high schooler and to where it is at now. Time and time again, I look forward to new shows weekly. Can’t wait for what you have in store for us, as a viewer and a fan of MW. As long as you don’t leave MW, I’ll be happy 😊!! Good luck to all of Midwest Whitetail and all hunters this Fall. Be safe, Happy Hunting.
Thanks so much Mr. Winke...what a great video...and this really is the kind of content that makes Midwest Whitetail stand out from other shows within the genre. I sure would love a book with photos and maps where you elaborate on the evolution of your farm. The wealth of knowledge you could pass on to others who want to take on habitat projects and improve their land for wildlife would be a compelling lesson.
I always learn so much from your episodes. I could listen for hours. Good luck at your new property sir and I can't wait to see what's next!!!
Great Story Bill! Everything happens for reason and you have to do what’s best for you and your family!
I thoroughly enjoyed that video. What a fascinating story and a wealth of valuable insight and knowledge. I look forward to following along on the next chapter as you learn a new lease and shop for your next property.
Bill, I'm sure it wasn't easy to let go of the farm but doing the right thing isn't always easy. I'm sure the Lord helped guide your decision. I look forward to your new journey, as you figure out the deer herd in your new patch. Enjoy your family and God bless you brother!
Bill, you leave a very big pair of shoes to fill. Good luck in your new direction. Have been a fan of your writings from your beginning, looking forward to more.
I was on your farm back in like 2005 with rich baugh from WP.
Dr grant woods was there and we all talked about what you were doing on the farm.
I did not buy my farm in Iowa until like 2011 and it was great.
Now I'm in ohio with lots of promise.
The best part to me is the shaping of the plan not just killing a deer.
Congrats and I'm sure you will enjoy whatever you do going forward.
Also I would love to see a whole episode devoted to all the improvements necessary to create a farm like you did
Congrats on your journey and choosing to be close to your family, very respectful!
I’d like to hear a lot more about the farm. Please do a few more videos about it.
It's more about you and what you do than it is where. Love your stuff and look forward to new adventures.
I just want to thank you for all the hard work and years you and yours put into that farm. It's amazing and I know some of the successful guys you put through there feel the same. Onward and upward. God has that plan for you. Always dream big
Awesome episode! I really enjoyed hearing the breakdown on that farm and I'm looking forward to the next episode! I'm gonna miss following your hunts on that property Bill
Bro your the man at what you do,but the mamma comes first your older and need a fresh start. I did the same last year lost 131/2 acres to a divorce that I worked on so hard that I’m sic from it. But here I’m alive and I’ll move forward lucky Michigan has so much state land that I can call it my own. GOODLUCK and I hope to see you again on here. I’m a fan 1000%.
One thing you didn't mention or go into great detail about was the discipling of the hunters you spent time on. Not faith wise, as Im sure they got that without effort. You gave them a place to hunt, an environment to hone their craft in videography and created a lab to experiment growing the perfect hunting property. Those men and women learned a ton from you. To see that over the years has been a joy. You are not selfish person. You are a giver, Bill. Dont ever apologize about talking to much. I know I enjoy all your videos. God bless you dear brother. God bless you...
Love the show and have been a huge fan since day one! I contribute a lot of my success to MW! Hope you find what you want in NE Iowa, and I understand the move, family is very important! We have around 2000 acres tied up in Richland County WI if you ever need a place to get away,(only an hour east of Marquette). A lot of good deer running around and great cabin to crash for a week as well! Thanks for all your years of dedication to the sport!
Best of luck on the next piece, Bill! Thanks for sharing, and good luck on the lease for this year!
Good luck on the new adventure Bill, you gotta do what you gotta do sometimes, i'm also a big believer in change, it's good for the soul.
Would love to watch a long video of you talking about the in-depth process of managing that farm. Very interesting
If you wrote a book about everything with the old farm I would definitely read it. Great stories, great management, etc. Looking forward to where things go from here for you Bill.
There are several viewers like me that only have access to small acreages. I'd be interested in watching how you'd set up your 13 acres for hunting opportunities. I hope you remember that a lot of us have been along for the journey. That's what we've tuned in for over the years! I'm glad that you are closer to family.
Eric, if I am going to make the most out of this 13 acres I could kill a good number of deer here, (there are decent numbers in the neighborhood) but it would be because I planted it to food and then hunted it in late November through the end of the season. Small properties need to be feeding areas because it is hard to make a small property a good enough bedding area to provide sustainable hunting. Good luck. -Bill
Man, I’m already really bummed about not seeing Owen this season. I sure hope your on here as much as possible Bill! I never miss an episode. Best of luck to you this year Bill! Hopefully Jared plans on hunting a LOT this year!
Bill I enjoyed you talking about it...Lol!! It helped make ya who you are today!!
Loved the video! Bill you are my favorite person to watch on this show. Please keep the awesome videos coming. And I agree with the other comments. We could definitely learn a lot from you and this process. God Bless Bill! 🙏🏻