Why Mature Bucks Go Nocturnal | Chasing Giants Podcast 326
From Chasing Giants with Don Higgins by Terry Peer
May 24, 2026 · 1h 9m · Episode 329
About this episode
Don Higgins shares personal updates and discusses hunting strategies and deer behavior in the latest episode of Chasing Giants Podcast.
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins returns after spending time helping Robin recover from major surgery at Mayo Clinic. Don shares an emotional update on Robin’s condition, the road ahead with chemo treatments, and thanks the Chasing Giants family for the overwhelming prayers and support. Terry also recaps an unforgettable Manitoba black bear hunt filled with giant bears, unbelievable footage, close encounters, and stories that will eventually become two full Chasing Giants TV episodes. The guys also dive into: Spring food plot challenges and excessive rain Soybean planting strategies and browse pressure The upcoming “Doubting Thomas” video release Why Scrape Magnet played a major role in Don’s success Michigan becoming a one-buck state Supplemental feeding vs baiting Why mature bucks become nocturnal Sanctuary intrusion and fawn survival As always, the show blends faith, deer hunting, land management, and real-life perspective. Please continue praying for Robin and the Higgins family. Sponsors: Asio Gear – https://asiogear.com Real World Wildlife Products – https://realworldwildlifeproducts.com Hawke Optics – https://us.hawkeoptics.com Novix Outdoors –…
People in this episode
Host: Don Higgins
Topics covered
- mature bucks
- nocturnal behavior
- hunting strategies
- food plots
- deer management
- personal updates
Keywords
- mature bucks
- nocturnal
- hunting
- food plots
- deer management
- chemo treatments
- black bear hunt
Sponsors
Asio Gear, Real World Wildlife Products, Hawke Optics, Novix Outdoors, Midwest Land Group, 360 Hunting Blinds, Mike’s Mighty Micros, Gingerich Tree Farm, TagOut Technique
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Chasing Giants, Mayo Clinic, Grubb Implement
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