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 between deer merely surviving — or thriving. This episode covers: • Winter habitat decisions that hold deer on your property • Why January is one of the most critical months for deer nutrition • Late-season buck behavior, fighting, and breeding • Frost seeding clover & switchgrass timing • Soil health priorities (pH, lime, biochar & humic acid) • Tree stand placement strategy that keeps bucks bedding on your farm • Upcoming events including Midwest Sportsman’s Classic & dealer meetings • A South Texas hunt recap and future Lester’s Feet Foundation fundraiser • Listener-submitted questions and Don’s unfiltered hot-seat segment Whether you manage 40 acres or 4,000, this episode delivers real-world, experience-based advice you can apply immediately. 👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know what winter conditions look like on your farm. Chasing Giants Podcast Sponsors: -Asio Gear - Midwest Land Group - Novix Outdoors - Mike’s Mighty Micros - Victory Auto Group - 360 Hunting Blinds - Real World Wildlife Products - Mathews Archery - Gingerich Tree Farms - Brenton USA - Vortex Optics - Grubb Implement - TagOut Technique - Wildlife Farming 👉 Please support the companies that make this show possible. Disclaimer: This content is for entertainment and educational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsors or affiliates. Always follow local laws, regulations, and safety guidelines when hunting or managing land. Any reproduction or redistribution of this content without written permission from Chasing Giants TV LLC is strictly prohibited.