February 8th: Planning Next Season’s Hunt

Quote: “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” – Benjamin Franklin

With deer season behind us, now is the perfect time to plan ahead and expand your hunting opportunities for next fall. Whether you hunt public or private land, exploring new areas can bring a fresh sense of adventure and challenge. Using e-scouting tools, reviewing state tag data, and mapping out new locations can increase your chances of success while keeping the hunt exciting year after year.

Tip: Spend time studying topographical maps, satellite imagery, and DNR tag reports to identify overlooked hunting spots. If you hunt private land, walk your property now to find potential stand locations and travel corridors before green-up obscures them.

Takeaway: A well-thought-out plan and a few new hunting locations can keep you motivated and improve your odds next season. Hunting is a lifelong journey—embrace the adventure of learning new ground.