About this episode

In this episode, Don Higgins and Terry Peer discuss the ethical implications of using drones in deer hunting and the broader philosophical questions surrounding hunting practices.

Are drones becoming one of the biggest threats to ethical deer hunting? In Episode 338 of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer revisit the growing controversy surrounding drones and deer hunting—and Don doesn't hold back. After seeing firsthand just how quickly thermal drone technology can locate mature whitetails, Don explains why his opinion has changed and why he believes the hunting community needs to seriously consider where the ethical line should be drawn. But this episode goes much deeper than drones. Don explains why he gets so passionate—and sometimes fired up—when discussing hunting and deer management. Terry brings up the influence longtime friend and mentor Al Foster had on Don, challenging him years ago to think beyond simply asking, "Is it legal?" and instead ask, "Is it right?" They also tackle a great listener question about something many passionate hunters wrestle with: Can hunting become an idol? How do you balance your dedication to whitetails with your walk with Christ, family, church, and the things that should come first? PLUS: • Don sees his first wild badger in Illinois • Excellent rainfall has Don excited about this year's soybean crop…

People in this episode

Hosts: Don Higgins, Terry Peer

Topics covered

• ethical hunting
• drones in hunting
• deer management
• hunting philosophy
• faith and hunting
• wildlife management

Keywords

• ethical deer hunting
• drones
• whitetails
• hunting ethics
• Al Foster
• hunting idol
• wildlife fruit trees

Mentioned in this episode

Products: thermal drone technology

Places: Illinois

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