Tips on Buying Your First Hunting Property - Jared VanHees - Habitat Podcast

About this episode

Jared Van Hees shares insights on buying hunting property and improving land value.

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 395: Tips on Buying Your First Hunting Property - Jared VanHees - Habitat Podcast Ever had a hunting season that changed everything? In this episode, we talk with Jared Van Hees—bowhunter, land investor, and owner of Vitalized Seed—about what it takes to succeed in the field and with hunting land investments. Jared breaks down his 4-for-5 deer season, including a 10-point buck in Iowa, and shares lessons on preparation, patience, and decision-making. We also cover habitat management, improving hunting properties, and strategies for buying and maximizing land value. This episode delivers practical insights for hunters and landowners looking to improve results and make smarter investments. What you’ll learn: Bowhunting strategies from Michigan and Iowa How to scout, pass on deer, and time your shot Hunting land investment and property improvement tips Habitat management, soil testing, and timber value Gear insights and lessons from missed opportunities Trends in hunting regulations and land use Keywords: bowhunting, Iowa hunting, Michigan hunting, hunting land investment, habitat management, deer hunting tips, hunting property, whitetail…

People in this episode

Hosts: Adam Miller, John Boersema

Guest: Jared VanHees

Topics covered

• hunting property investment
• habitat management
• bowhunting strategies
• land value maximization
• deer hunting tips

Keywords

• bowhunting
• Iowa hunting
• Michigan hunting
• hunting land investment
• habitat management
• deer hunting tips
• hunting property
• whitetail hunting

Sponsors

Huntworth Gear, Painted Arrow, Spartan Forge, Latitude Outdoors

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Vitalized Seed

Places: Iowa, Michigan

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