The Blacktail Coach Podcast

We're here to share tips, strategies, and stories of hunting the Pacific Northwest.
Whether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, we'll help you turn preparation into achievement and passion into results.
So gear up and get ready, because SUCCESS IS NO ACCIDENT!

Podcasting since 2024 • 107 episodes

The Blacktail Coach Podcast

Latest Episodes

Reading Deer Sign

The woods are full of clues, but most hunters only see noise. We sit down and translate the signs that actually matter when you’re scouting for a mature blacktail buck: tracks, game trails, bedding edges, scat, and rubs, plus what each one can ...

August 31, 2026 • Season 3 • Episode 1 • 33:20

Five Factors For A Successful Hunt

Deer don’t move at random, even when it feels that way from the stand. We’re Aaron and Dave, and we lay out the five factors we watch for when we’re trying to predict blacktail deer movement and pick the highest-odds days to hunt. Each factor c...

August 24, 2026 • Season 2 • Episode 52 • 31:09

Scent Strategy For Blacktail Hunting That Works

Your best stand location means nothing if a mature buck smells one wrong detail and locks up. We dig into the real mechanics of deer hunting scent control and why the “spray it and wait 30 minutes” mindset sets hunters up to fail, especially on...

August 17, 2026 • Season 2 • Episode 51 • 36:53

How To Hunt Blacktail Across Rut Phases

Most hunters circle “the rut” on the calendar, then spend the best days wondering why their biggest buck disappeared. We take a step back and map the whole arc of blacktail deer hunting season, from early archery to pre-rut, full rut, and the s...

August 10, 2026 • Season 2 • Episode 50 • 34:08

Eyes, Ears, and Nose: Mastering Undetected Entry to Your Hunting Set

Defeating a trophy blacktail's senses requires extraordinary dedication and methodical preparation. In this deep-dive conversation, Aaron and Dave explore the critical components of entering a hunting set without alerting deer through their inc...

August 03, 2026 • Season 2 • Episode 49 • 39:46

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Fan Mail

Hey guys, love the show! I'm a new hunter pursuing blacktail on Vancouver Island. I am incredibly blessed to have access to an enormous swath of land. But therein lies the problem, I don't know where to start or how to take the macro and turn it manageable. When you guys are talking about your sets, how big are we talking? Thanks in advance, Sean

Rocky Mount AI N House, AB