The Everyday Bow Hunter

In Episode 46 of The Everyday Bow Hunter Podcast, we’re back at hunting camp and our buddy Jevin is on a roll!He’s the only one with a deer down so far, and we dive into the full story: scouting strategy, water sources, early season setups, and how his hard work in the offseason paid off. We also talk trail cam mind games, the October Lull (that isn’t), fresh rubs and scrapes, moon phases, camp history, and old-school deer drives gone sideways.If you’re chasing whitetails in mid-to-late October, this is the campfire-style podcast you need to hear.🎯 Topics Covered: • Jevin’s early season doe story & liver-shot tracking • Trail cam obsession and “second-guess syndrome” • The truth about the October Lull and scrape week • Rub lines, hot sign, and water source scouting • Camp stories, busted tables, whiskey regrets, and deer fencing disasters • Preparing for the rut and upcoming November huntsSubscribe for honest bowhunting stories, gear insights, and proven tactics you can actually use.Join Mike, Dan, and Jevin as we talk strategy, screw-ups, and success in the Pennsylvania woods.SItka Stratus 2.0 - https://alnk.to/2jP1Kst🦌 Week 3 Hunting Strategy - https://archeryhunting.com/week-3-bow-hunting-the-october-lull-that-isnt/🦌 New blog posts every week at: https://archeryhunting.com🎧 Podcast Archives: https://archeryhunting.com/the-everyday-bow-hunter-podcast/🦺 Join the Insider list: https://archeryhunting.com/everyday-bow-hunter-insider-portal/

In this episode, I’m joined by my son Trevor Manley—a Penn State Wildlife & Fisheries Sciences grad—for a deep dive into food sources and feeding behavior for whitetail deer. We cover acorns, browse, soft mast, food plots, and what deer actually eat when food is scarce. We also talk about Trevor’s return to hunting, public land setbacks, and our plan for targeting a giant buck this season.This one’s packed with knowledge from both the classroom and the woods.📌 Topics Covered: • How deer prioritize food sources when acorns fail • What deer eat in early vs late season • Field experience vs scientific studies • Spot setup, scouting, thermals, and real-world bowhunting strategy • Public land challenges (and a guy smoking in Trevor’s setup 🤦‍♂️)READ: Scouting Fall Food Sources for Deer - https://archeryhunting.com/fall-food-sources-for-deer-a-bow-hunters-guide/📸 Don’t forget to enter the Sitka Stratus 2.0 Giveaway — winner announced October 1! - Enter here: https://gleam.io/zbA3l/everyday-bow-hunter-quarterly-giveaway🎯 Subscribe for weekly bowhunting strategy, gear reviews, and no-nonsense insights from a 21-year Veteran and Green Beret turned mobile bowhunter.=============================Exclusive Discounts for You!=============================Asio Gear - Get 20% OFF w/Code: ARCH20 - https://bit.ly/asio20-OFFTrue Timber - Get 10% OFF w/Code: MIKE10 - https://bit.ly/true-timberLatitude Outdoors - Get 10% OFF w/Code: ARCH10 - https://bit.ly/latitude-outdoorsPnuma Outdoors - Get 20% OFF w/Code: MANLEY20 - https://bit.ly/3Tdpag8GhostBlind - Get 5% OFF w/Code: MIKE - https://bit.ly/summitghostblindBlack Rifle Coffee - Get 30% OFF Coffee Subscription w/Code: COFFEE30 - https://bit.ly/3XrohmtMoultrie Mobile - Get 10% OFF w/Code: MKT - https://bit.ly/moultriemobileMy Medic - Get 15% OFF w/Code: TEBH24 - https://bit.ly/mymedickit⭐️⭐️⭐️ - Get "The Everyday Bow Hunter" SWAG Here: https://geni.us/everydaybowhunter-swag

The season is almost here, and Mike Manley (retired Green Beret, lifelong bowhunter) and Dan Ziemer break down everything they’re doing to prepare. From surprising trail cam footage to the surge in bear activity across Pennsylvania, this episode is packed with real-world lessons for everyday hunters.We cover:Why trail camera video reveals more than photos ever willMoon phase & temperature patterns showing up in Moultrie camera dataA major uptick in bear encounters—and how to protect your gearPre-season practice with hinge releases, crossbows, and new target systemsGear prep: batteries, flashlights, knives, medical kits, packs, and layering systemsPermethrin and Insect Shield clothing to keep ticks and mosquitoes out of your huntRisks and rewards of hunting in the rainWhy fewer acorns this fall could actually improve deer movementPlus: details on our Sitka Stratus 2.0 jacket giveaway, Tactacam Reveal cameras, and the Grayl UltraPress purifier—all field-tested gear we personally use. Don't forget to enter the giveaway here: https://gleam.io/zbA3l/everyday-bow-hunter-quarterly-giveawaySee the best early season insect shield treated gear here: https://archeryhunting.com/best-insect-repellent-hunting-clothes-for-2025-what-actually-works/👉 Subscribe for more bowhunting strategy, gear reviews, and pre-season insights.👉 Visit ArcheryHunting.com for more content and resources.

This one’s for every bowhunter who’s ever blown a setup, left the bow hanging too long, or climbed a tree and forgot half their gear.Yeah… we’ve done it too—and we’re owning it.In this episode, Mike and Dan break down the real-world mistakes that ruin hunts, even for seasoned bowhunters. From poor access routes and bad draw timing, to leaving too early or forgetting to grab your bow—we talk about what goes wrong, why it happens, and how to fix it before it costs you a deer this season.We also dig into:Why doe bedding areas are everything in late OctoberHow bucks shift bedding and movement patterns as the season evolvesWhy your first two hunts feel off (and how to get dialed in faster)Using trail cameras smarter, especially video mode and solar setupsWhy wind, thermals, and scent signature matter—especially in mountain terrainThe danger of treating early-season hunts like they don’t count (they do)And yeah… that time one of us peed out of the stand and missed a buckWe’re not just pointing fingers—we’re telling the stories, owning the failures, and helping you be more prepared than ever heading into the season.🎯 Giveaway Reminder!Enter to win one of FOUR prizes in our Quarterly Giveaway, ending Sept 30:Sitka Stratus 2.0 Jacket ($400 value)Tactacam Reveal X 3.0 Pro Trail CameraGrayl UltraPress Water PurifierEveryday Bowhunter T-Shirt➡️ Enter now: https://gleam.io/zbA3l/everyday-bow-hunter-quarterly-giveaway📌 Links & Tools Mentioned:Website: https://archeryhunting.com👕 Swag, Gear, and Support:Shop shirts, mugs, and stickers here: https://geni.us/everydaybowhunter-swag