In this episode of the Truth From The Stand podcast, I sit down with my buddy Dan Johnson to talk about the chaos and beauty of the late rut — that unpredictable stretch when bucks are worn down, patterns fall apart, and you’ve got to grind for every opportunity. We swap stories from this season’s hunts, including Dan’s tough-as-nails mule deer trip and the lessons that came with it. From landlocked access battles and busted stalks to adjusting when the weather and the deer both refuse to cooperate, this one’s packed with hard-earned truths.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 466
- Every day after the peak rut gets tougher, so you’ve got to work smarter, not harder.
- Cattle, terrain, and pressure can flip a hunt upside down — adaptability is everything.
- Missed shots and hard hunts teach more than perfect ones ever will.
- Humor and perspective keep the grind fun, whether you’re in the stand or in business.
- At the end of the day, it’s not about the tag — it’s about loving the process.
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