Are Trails Changing Deer Habits? - Wildlife Pressure w/ BHA Ethan Dreissigacker

Are Trails Changing Deer Habits? - Wildlife Pressure w/ BHA Ethan Dreissigacker

Dustin Martin and Connor Schellong sat down with Ethan Dreissigacker to talk about something we’ve been seeing more and more here in Vermont — the rapid growth of mountain biking and hiking trails, and what that might be doing to wildlife. Ethan brings a unique perspective with his background in competitive skiing and time with the United States Biathlon Team, along with his work in conservation through Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA). From our side, we share real, boots-on-the-ground observations from tracking and hunting whitetails — changes in deer movement, pressure in areas that used to feel remote, and what we’re seeing during critical times like winter. This episode isn’t about pointing fingers — it’s about having an honest conversation around access, recreation, and how we balance that with the long-term health of wildlife and the land. We also dive into: * The impact of year-round recreation on deer behavior * Winter pressure and survival for whitetails * Where BHA stands on trail expansion, land access, and conservation * What’s happening specifically here in Vermont * How we can do a better job managing land moving forward We wrap it up the best way we know how — with a story from the woods. If you care about hunting, public land, and the future of wildlife, this is a conversation worth listening to. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2309197/support] Partners : Woodman Arms manufactures high-quality, affordable hunting and shooting products. By using materials that will not rust, pit, or corrode, we continue to set ourselves apart from the rest. https://www.woodmanarms.com/ [https://www.woodmanarms.com/] Toyota Trucks are undoubtedly the truck of choice for the Northwoods enthusiasts. https://www.mcgeetoyotaofclaremont.com A day in the north starts with quality footwear, We stand behind the highest quality socks ever made.  https://darntough.com You're only as good as your gear allows you to be, Wear wool - cotton is death. Custom Northwoods Whitetail Jackets and Pants co-created with Johnson Woolen Mills. All products are American-made. https://www.johnsonwoolenmills.com OnX Hunt has brought simplicity and security to the Northwoods with features such as offline satellite imagery mapping, compass, and line distance alongside 2D, 3D, and Topo maps. https://www.onxmaps.com Follow us @ Website: info@nwwhitetails.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northwoodswhitetails [https://www.facebook.com/northwoodswhitetails] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northwoodswhitetails/ [https://www.instagram.com/northwoodswhitetails/]

Fall kick off at JWM

Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2309197/support] Partners : Woodman Arms manufactures high-quality, affordable hunting and shooting products. By using materials that will not rust, pit, or corrode, we continue to set ourselves apart from the rest. https://www.woodmanarms.com/ [https://www.woodmanarms.com/] Toyota Trucks are undoubtedly the truck of choice for the Northwoods enthusiasts. https://www.mcgeetoyotaofclaremont.com A day in the north starts with quality footwear, We stand behind the highest quality socks ever made.  https://darntough.com You're only as good as your gear allows you to be, Wear wool - cotton is death. Custom Northwoods Whitetail Jackets and Pants co-created with Johnson Woolen Mills. All products are American-made. https://www.johnsonwoolenmills.com OnX Hunt has brought simplicity and security to the Northwoods with features such as offline satellite imagery mapping, compass, and line distance alongside 2D, 3D, and Topo maps. https://www.onxmaps.com Follow us @ Website: info@nwwhitetails.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northwoodswhitetails [https://www.facebook.com/northwoodswhitetails] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northwoodswhitetails/ [https://www.instagram.com/northwoodswhitetails/]

A Family Tradition: Hunting Big Bucks with Jordan Clark and Matt Clark

Partners: Woodman Arms manufactures high-quality, affordable hunting and shooting products. By using materials that will not rust, pit, or corrode, we continue to set ourselves apart from the rest.https://www.woodmanarms.com/ Toyota Trucks are undoubtedly the truck of choice for the Northwoods enthusiasts. https://www.mcgeetoyotaofclaremont.com A day in the north starts with quality footwear, We stand behind the highest quality socks ever made.  https://darntough.com You're only as good as your gear allows you to be, Wear wool - cotton is death. Custom Northwoods Whitetail Jackets and Pants co-created with Johnson Woolen Mills. All products are American-made. https://www.johnsonwoolenmills.com OnX hunt has brought simplicity and security to the Northwoods with features such as offline satellite imagery mapping, compass, line distance alongside 2D, 3D, and Topo maps. https://www.onxmaps.com Follow us @ Website : info@nwwhitetails.com Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/northwoodswhitetails Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/northwoodswhitetails/ Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2309197/support] Partners : Woodman Arms manufactures high-quality, affordable hunting and shooting products. By using materials that will not rust, pit, or corrode, we continue to set ourselves apart from the rest. https://www.woodmanarms.com/ [https://www.woodmanarms.com/] Toyota Trucks are undoubtedly the truck of choice for the Northwoods enthusiasts. https://www.mcgeetoyotaofclaremont.com A day in the north starts with quality footwear, We stand behind the highest quality socks ever made.  https://darntough.com You're only as good as your gear allows you to be, Wear wool - cotton is death. Custom Northwoods Whitetail Jackets and Pants co-created with Johnson Woolen Mills. All products are American-made. https://www.johnsonwoolenmills.com OnX Hunt has brought simplicity and security to the Northwoods with features such as offline satellite imagery mapping, compass, and line distance alongside 2D, 3D, and Topo maps. https://www.onxmaps.com Follow us @ Website: info@nwwhitetails.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northwoodswhitetails [https://www.facebook.com/northwoodswhitetails] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northwoodswhitetails/ [https://www.instagram.com/northwoodswhitetails/]

Vermont's Fish and Wildlife Biologist Nick Fortin

Joey Davis and Brent Dragon sit down with Vermont Fish and Wildlife's deer and moose biologist Nick Fortin. They discuss the Future of Vermont's deer and moose herd and the proposed regulations.  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2309197/support] Partners : Woodman Arms manufactures high-quality, affordable hunting and shooting products. By using materials that will not rust, pit, or corrode, we continue to set ourselves apart from the rest. https://www.woodmanarms.com/ [https://www.woodmanarms.com/] Toyota Trucks are undoubtedly the truck of choice for the Northwoods enthusiasts. https://www.mcgeetoyotaofclaremont.com A day in the north starts with quality footwear, We stand behind the highest quality socks ever made.  https://darntough.com You're only as good as your gear allows you to be, Wear wool - cotton is death. Custom Northwoods Whitetail Jackets and Pants co-created with Johnson Woolen Mills. All products are American-made. https://www.johnsonwoolenmills.com OnX Hunt has brought simplicity and security to the Northwoods with features such as offline satellite imagery mapping, compass, and line distance alongside 2D, 3D, and Topo maps. https://www.onxmaps.com Follow us @ Website: info@nwwhitetails.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northwoodswhitetails [https://www.facebook.com/northwoodswhitetails] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northwoodswhitetails/ [https://www.instagram.com/northwoodswhitetails/]

Killin' Bucks The Northwoods Way With Joey Davis, John Wright, Dustin Martin, and Connor Schellong

To kick off Season 3 of Northwoods Whitetails, Joey Davis, John Wright, Dustin Martin, and Connor Schellong sit down for a bull**** session. The boys recap the previous deer season, the long winter and the current shed season.  Please like and Subscribe as this Journey unfolds. @northwoodswhitetails9850 Partners :    Woodman Arms manufactures high quality, affordable hunting and shooting products. By using materials that will not rust, pit or corrode, we continue to set ourselves apart from the rest.  https://www.woodmanarms.com/ [https://www.woodmanarms.com/] Toyota Trucks are undoubtably the truck of choice for the Northwoods enthusiasts. https://www.mcgeetoyotaofclaremont.com A day in the north starts with quality footwear, We stand behind the highest quality socks ever made.  https://darntough.com Your only as good as your gear allows you to be, Wear wool - cotton is death. Custom Northwoods Whitetail Jackets and Pants co-created with Johnson Woolen Mills. All products are American Made. https://www.johnsonwoolenmills.com OnX hunt has brought simplicity and security to the Northwoods with features such as offline satelight imagery mapping, compass, line distance along side 2D, 3D and Topo maps. https://www.onxmaps.com Follow us @ Web site : https://www.nwwhitetails.com/store Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/northwoodswhitetails [https://www.facebook.com/northwoodswhitetails] Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/northwoodswhitetails/ [https://www.instagram.com/northwoodswhitetails/] https://www.tiktok.com/@northwoods_whitetails Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2309197/support] Partners : Woodman Arms manufactures high-quality, affordable hunting and shooting products. By using materials that will not rust, pit, or corrode, we continue to set ourselves apart from the rest. https://www.woodmanarms.com/ [https://www.woodmanarms.com/] Toyota Trucks are undoubtedly the truck of choice for the Northwoods enthusiasts. https://www.mcgeetoyotaofclaremont.com A day in the north starts with quality footwear, We stand behind the highest quality socks ever made.  https://darntough.com You're only as good as your gear allows you to be, Wear wool - cotton is death. Custom Northwoods Whitetail Jackets and Pants co-created with Johnson Woolen Mills. All products are American-made. https://www.johnsonwoolenmills.com OnX Hunt has brought simplicity and security to the Northwoods with features such as offline satellite imagery mapping, compass, and line distance alongside 2D, 3D, and Topo maps. https://www.onxmaps.com Follow us @ Website: info@nwwhitetails.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northwoodswhitetails [https://www.facebook.com/northwoodswhitetails] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northwoodswhitetails/ [https://www.instagram.com/northwoodswhitetails/]