Replacing Non-Native Plants, Reed Canary Grass, Creating Bedding in Wet Areas, Chainsaw Tactics

In this episode of Maximize Your Hunt, host Jon Teater discusses various strategies for managing hunting properties, including tree planting, addressing storm damage, managing invasive species, and enhancing wildlife habitats. The conversation features insights from guest Todd Shippee (Empire Land Management), who shares his experiences and recommendations for effective land management practices. Topics include the importance of native plants, the use of herbicides, and innovative techniques like drone spraying to combat invasive species. The episode emphasizes the need for thoughtful planning and execution in habitat improvement to maximize hunting success. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various strategies for enhancing deer habitats, focusing on the use of specific plant species, the importance of creating cover, and innovative hunting techniques. They emphasize the significance of variety in habitat, the role of cattails and eastern gamagrass, and the benefits of using chainsaws to create deer-friendly environments. The discussion also covers how to improve deer flow and access in wetland areas, providing practical tips for land management and hunting success.

Takeaways

• Maximizing hunting property requires effective land management.
• Tree planting is essential for habitat improvement.
• Storm damage can impact deer trails and movement.
• Invasive species management is crucial for healthy ecosystems.
• Native plants should replace invasive species for better wildlife support.
• Drone technology can aid in land management efforts.
• Cereal herbicide applications are necessary for invasive eradication.
• Never allow invasive species to go to seed to prevent spread.
• Enhancing buck beds can improve hunting success.
• Diverse plantings support a healthier wildlife habitat. Creating ideal deer habitats involves using specific plant species.
• Cattails provide excellent cover for deer during pressure.
• Eastern gamagrass is a digestible grass that deer consume.
• Removing reed canary grass can enhance wildlife value.
• Creating pathways encourages deer movement through areas.
• Deer can navigate wet areas surprisingly well.
• Chainsaws can be used to create noise that reassures deer.
• Enhancing wetland areas can improve deer browsing opportunities.
• Fencing off sections can help establish new plant growth.
• Using natural features can guide deer flow effectively.

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