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🦌 Episode 9: Deer Biology, Seasonal Change, and Smarter Hunting in Kentucky

If you’ve ever wondered why deer suddenly change patterns during the season — not just where they go, but when and how they move — this episode is for you.

In this episode of Bluegrass Woods & Water, we take a deep dive into deer biology and physiology throughout the entire season, from early archery to the rut, second rut, and late season. By understanding what’s happening inside a deer’s body — hormones, energy demands, recovery, and survival — you’ll start to see deer movement in a whole new way and make smarter decisions in the stand.

I’m also joined by Joe McDermott, Kentucky’s Deer Program Coordinator with the Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, for a science-based, Kentucky-focused conversation on:
• Deer behavior and herd health
• EHD and CWD
• Tag limits and deer management
• What Kentucky hunters should really understand about the herd

We’ll also hit a Deer Camp Update, break down some common myths in Field Fact or Fiction, and wrap things up with a Sports Minute.

🎯 If you are a deer hunter in Kentucky, this is one episode you don’t want to miss.

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Cast. Hunt. Kentucky.

This week on Bluegrass Woods & Water, Rick recaps one of the strangest Kentucky deer seasons in recent memory — from nocturnal bucks and odd post-rut movement to time at deer camp, hanging venison in the walk-in cooler, and finishing an 8-day brined venison pastrami.

We break down three Post-Rut Field Fact or Fiction items every hunter should know heading into the late season.

Then the show heads south as Rick shares a wild East Tennessee fishing trip with his sons — catching giant skipjack, chasing stripers with Top Knox Fishing, dealing with a blown lower unit, great meals, and even better memories.

Finally, Rick sits down with longtime friend and Lake Cumberland legend Jeremy Morgan of Morgan Guide Service for an awesome conversation about stripers, guiding, and life on the water.

Plus: a full Sports Minute covering:
🏀 UK Men’s & Women’s Basketball
🏐 UK Volleyball’s NCAA run
🏈 The Bengals staying alive in the playoff race with Joe Burrow back

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Outro:
Keep your lines tight and your sights straight – Cast Hunt Kentucky.

This week’s Bluegrass Woods & Water episode is packed!

🦌 Deer Camp Chaos
Rick breaks down one of the strangest Kentucky deer seasons we’ve seen in years — nocturnal bucks, weird post-rut movement, deer harvests, aging venison in the walk-in cooler, and finishing an 8-day brined venison pastrami.

🦌 Field Fact or Fiction
Three big post-rut truths every hunter should know heading into the late season.

🎣 East Tennessee Striper Trip
Rick, Aiden, and Dax headed south after Lake Erie blew out with 20-foot waves.
Giant skipjack… chasing stripers… blown lower unit… incredible meals… and even better time together.

🎙️ Special Guest: Jeremy Morgan
We’re joined by longtime friend and Lake Cumberland hammer Jeremy Morgan of Morgan Guide Service for a great conversation on stripers, techniques, guiding, and outdoor life.

🏈 Sports Minute
UK Basketball updates, UK Volleyball’s NCAA push, and the Bengals staying alive in the playoff race with Joe Burrow back.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify or anywhere you get your podcasts!

Keep your lines tight and your sights straight – Cast Hunt Kentucky.

📢 FACEBOOK EPISODE RELEASE POST TITLE:🎙️ NEW EPISODE: Deer Camp Chaos, Tennessee Stripers, and Lake Cumberland Legends with Jeremy Morgan

The rut is on, rifle season is here, and we’ve got one of the biggest guests in Bluegrass Woods & Water history.

In this episode, Rick sits down with Kentucky outdoor legend Tim Farmer for a conversation packed with stories, wisdom, and the kind of insight only Tim can deliver. If you grew up hunting or fishing in Kentucky, you know exactly what his voice means to this state.

Rick also breaks down the Kentucky rut, shares the full story of his opening-morning buck, and gives a detailed Deer Camp Update from rifle season weekend — including tradition, food, laughs, and the big shooter still roaming the farm.

You’ll also hear the latest Sports Minute covering UK Football, Men’s & Women’s Basketball, Volleyball, and the Bengals, plus a look at the new Deer Camp Dishes & Dockside Meals recipe page now live on the website.

Episode Title:
From Rut to Rifle Season: A Kentucky Deer Camp and Conversation with a Legend, Tim Farmer

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