So glad to start seeing some regular videos again. Midwest Whitetail just isn’t the same without you Bill. I learned so much over the last 4/5 years from your videos and last season it finally paid off with my first bow buck, my biggest bow buck 3 days later and then my biggest buck to date 3 weeks after that. All accomplished with the information from your videos.
@kevinchapman5302 жыл бұрын
Yeah its awful. I quit watching it
@camerongrant9356 Жыл бұрын
I totally agree, Bill is Midwest whitetail
@jbilly242 жыл бұрын
A great story and all the more amazing that a guy who has several walls of giant whitetails under his belt still has the passion to lay in a sleeping bag in the middle of the woods for hours on end. Most veteran “celebrity” hunters are looking for the easiest way and you’re doing the opposite. Much respect Bill!
@brandoncoppage78782 жыл бұрын
You are waaaaaay more dedicated to hunting a deer than I am!
@Spartanstrengthperformance Жыл бұрын
When I was 9 years old I found Midwest whitetail. Only the second year you were producing videos. I can credit 98% of what I know about hunting whitetails to you Bill. So glad to see you getting back into creating content! The phrase “and remember to always dream big” has been stamped into my memory for 13 years now
@bill-winke Жыл бұрын
Thanks Eli. I appreciate the many years of support. It is humbling. I hope you have a great season and keep dreaming big.
@robertfrantzll8083 Жыл бұрын
I love watching your videos. You are so real and down to earth with all you do. I learn something everytime I watch you.
@bill-winke Жыл бұрын
Thanks Robert. I appreciate the support and the comment. Have a great day and a great New Year.
@nickricholetti7542 жыл бұрын
It’s all worth it in the end …… and the way you took him is legendary . Great stories for years to come
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nick. Yes, you forget the parts that suck and only remember the good stuff. Also, by the time I am telling my grandkids about it, there will be a foot of snow on the ground and bluffs will be 500 feet taller!
@davidvvv5012 жыл бұрын
The quote "you get out of something what you put into it" really applies here. Sounds like an effective, extreme, and fun experience. Congrats on the great buck.
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks David. I appreciate the note and the support. Have a great day.
@jeffgeagley59352 жыл бұрын
Bill your name should be bull winkie. U are the man u do whatever it takes to kill a monster. Don’t let anything or anywhere stand in your way. Congrats Bull. Lol
@allieandbo2 жыл бұрын
That's what you call dedication...lol. Ain't gotta worry about me ever trying that technique Bill. Thanks for sharing it with us.
@hoytarcheryofficial2 жыл бұрын
The master!! Great story with amazing nuggets of insight throughout. Well done, Bill!
@alvinbarrett7412 жыл бұрын
Great video Bill , I m a big fan of yours . I remember reading your articles when I was a teenager in the late 90 s . I consider you a hunting hall of famer . Thanks
@ReubenZeigler2 жыл бұрын
Glad you’re back Bill
@Grant66862 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you back Bill. Love the info and content you produce. Especially when you share your faith. God is good! Keep up the good work and hope to see you again at ATA 2023!
@tjsands93982 жыл бұрын
Long time follower here Bill!
@davebrzezowski11592 жыл бұрын
We all are lol
@russelllangworthy88552 жыл бұрын
@@davebrzezowski1159 Did you read his articles back in the early '90s?
@harveyroad62 жыл бұрын
This is a great video Bill. Hunting my buddies farm I found the less time we spent on the land the more big bucks we saw. So I been thinking about sleeping out for the past 3-4 years. You got my wheels turning now. Thanks for that.
@PastorPaul332 жыл бұрын
I am so thankful you are back on… tons of respect for you through the years… thanks for being real and teaching as you learn
@paradisevalleyoutdoors73282 жыл бұрын
BILL.....you made my summer, glad to see you back at it again! Drew an Iowa Late muzzy tag and will be in your area late December! Good luck with the new farm!
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks and good luck to you this fall.
@kurtpearson27932 жыл бұрын
Access is the linchpin to low pressure deer hunting. Bill demonstrates the extreme dedication to not letting the deer know they were being hunted- so much so that the kill seemed easy! Great lesson 👍Thanks!!
@PBAdventures1462 жыл бұрын
That's thinking outside the box for sure!! I'm impressed... I don't think very many would think of doing that on private land.. public maybe but that was ingenious! And what a buck at the end of the road!! Looking forward to next week.
@whitedeermr2 жыл бұрын
Awesome to see Bill back!!!! Chasing November is still my favorite….gets me psyched for the 2022 season!!!
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Matthew. For what it is worth, I will be narrating Chasing November again this year.
@buckandahalfoutdoors Жыл бұрын
I might have to give this a try. so simple but never crossed my mind. even if you don't come away with a deer your bound come out with experience and a good laugh or two to share with buddies around the campfire
@bill-winke Жыл бұрын
It does work pretty well, and I do think it will be a great adventure. I will keep doing it because it sure makes more sense than bumping a bunch of deer going to and from the stand. Good luck.
@timjohn28102 жыл бұрын
So looking forward to this adventure, thank you very much for sharing it with us. The Midwest Whitetail series you hosted never disappointed.
@markabney2 жыл бұрын
Love the story telling and the knowledge!! Keep it coming!! Can’t wait to hear more
@mikenimmo1192 жыл бұрын
Good seeing you out here again Bill. I've been reading or watching your content for years, which far supersedes the majority of "outdoor channels" available now. Mike
@carlwilbanks13672 жыл бұрын
Insane dedication and loving it! This is sure to be very interesting and informative. I have been a huge fan of your show for many years now and I'm very thankful for the information that you have shared with us all. Very glad to see you on here! Be safe and God bless you and your family and friends.
@luket21692 жыл бұрын
The Godfather of whitetail hunting
@jacobwelsh18922 жыл бұрын
Appreciate you sharing your hunts and knowledge with us! I have always enjoyed the way you tell a story while educating the viewer.
@stevedenoyer59562 жыл бұрын
Excited for your new adventures and teachings to come. I can never learn enough about strategies and whitetails. Just love this stuff and appreciate all that you share!
@pgfisher86522 жыл бұрын
Even covering sent at night I just don’t get how spending 13 hours a night in a buck’s bedroom is less obtrusive than sneaking an hour or two after dark. 13 hours of scent in a bedding area is a lot regardless of scent precautions. If you can have someone drive a vehicle and hour after dark to pick you up, in my experience this doesn’t scare deer much as they are so used to cars noise and car headlights at night. But Bill is very knowledgeable and his success is proof his method worked!
@tysonames50162 жыл бұрын
Great to have you back Bill… you are a living legend!
@m.osburn132 жыл бұрын
Miss ya bill. Midwest whitetail ain't it without ya. I love Jared and Mike they r killers for sure but u r a leader and great teacher. People like u r not replaceable. But I'm glad u r doing u and I know u was ready for a break but u left us withdrawing lol. U cut me off my needs and want to learn from ya. I watch reruns constantly. Over the years u really tough all u can in videos and covered it well. We miss ya Bill!!!
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words and support. Well, I hope I can fill that role here. My goal is to help people become better deer hunters and enjoy it more.
@brucewohlers3172 жыл бұрын
I always learn something when I listen to Bill Winke and I really can't say that about any of the other "Pro's" out there. Thanks Bill, looking forward to next week.
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bruce. I appreciate the note and the support. Very nice of you.
@roymcdavid10152 жыл бұрын
Damn glad to see to Bill! Subbed and notifications clicked for hopefully a lot more of your deer knowledge.
@davidmosesso25732 жыл бұрын
Bill, You emphasized 'not much fun' enough to where I believe it! That's a great story and an even greater deer. 👍
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks David. It was tough doing that day after day. Lots of work and tons of "alone" time. I suppose for some that sounds good, but I sure got bored at times.
@outdoorswithsamuel18652 жыл бұрын
Thank you for coming back...👊🏾
@alexpinnow65092 жыл бұрын
Great summary of your season for this buck Bill. Has to be refreshing to learn something new after all these years and enjoy a new challenge!
@joshwhitfordfishing23042 жыл бұрын
Man I'm glad you're back doing hunting videos! Congratulations on the buck! Looking forward to more videos to come!
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Josh. Much appreciated. Have a great day.
@stevegermain12222 жыл бұрын
Always a pleasure watching your videos thanks
@joshmiller64982 жыл бұрын
Great seeing you back, Bill. Pretty cool how that all worked out, congrats on a great deer.
@stevepalmateer2 жыл бұрын
Can't wait for next week's story! Bill's droppin' dimes boys!
@chrisjohnson38872 жыл бұрын
THATS dedication. Pretty cool. Congratulations on a well deserved and most certainly earned buck! Can’t wait for next week.
@garystutz1438 Жыл бұрын
Hi Bill, I have an idea for hunting that hillside where you shot that buck: About 1/3 or less from the top of the hill clear an acre of land about 40 to 50 yards wide. Push all of the stumps and brush to the lower side of the cleared area. (your stand will be on the lower side of the clearing) After the land is clear, create 6 to 8 foot wide terraces, depending on the width of your equipment. The terraces will hold the soil and can still be on slight downhill angle. Plant Alfalfa (my choice) or Clover in order to minimize need to plant every year. On the low side of this food plot, cut down as many trees as needed to prevent most of the deer from walking in this area. Cut yourself a trail through the downed trees to your stand. Also cut just enough trees above the new food plot to create a bedding area/cover. You now have a quite way of walking most of the way to the stand (using the dozer trail made to get to your new food plot) and food that the deer will visit anytime of day, on their way to or from primary food source. (Best part, you don't have to sleep in the woods anymore, to kill the Giants using that area).
@bill-winke Жыл бұрын
Gary, unfortunately, I don't own that farm. You are right though, it would be possible if you went to enough work to make that more huntable. I often thought what I would do if I owned that farm, but the owner was not interested in selling. I decided to give up that lease when I bought some land about five miles away. Thanks for the input and the time spent considering the challenges of that place. Have a great day.
@garystutz1438 Жыл бұрын
@@bill-winke Mr. Winke, Thank you for your reply.
@charleywalker2982 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your videos and keep them coming please.
@bill-winke Жыл бұрын
Will do. Thanks for commenting Charley. Have a great day.
@CRY5522 жыл бұрын
Hey Bill is back!!! Awesome!!
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support Chris. I really appreciate it.
@paulbiscaro578 Жыл бұрын
That's hardcore hunting. Great seeing this content. Shows me I need to step up my game.
@bill-winke Жыл бұрын
Paul, it definitely works when nothing else will. It was OK, once you got past the initial shock of actually deciding to do it. Sleeping was very comfortable in that warm bag nestled down in the leaves, but the early mornings were a bit rough having to crawl out and get into those cold clothes in the cold air. A bit of a shock to the system. Good luck.
@paulbiscaro578 Жыл бұрын
Hey thanks for your reply. What is your opinion on brushing in ground blinds? I see that you arnt concerned about spooking deer with your blind. A lot of hunters say it's crucial that you brush them in but I would really appreciate your input on that. Thanks again
@shawneberly96352 жыл бұрын
Happy to see you back Bill.
@austinbuchholz91512 жыл бұрын
I like how you think, kinda like a true American pioneer. You do what ever it takes. Not the same extreme but by doing whatever it takes to get the job done! Plus u tell a good story. 👍
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bucky. I appreciate it. If I never do it again, at least I did it once!
@brianschrift48602 жыл бұрын
Great to have you back Bill!
@jasonlarsen57392 жыл бұрын
Super great to hear that! That's not crazy. I've wanted to spend the night the last 2 years. The main reason is the terrible access to my stand. I hunt a 111 acre parcel that is all basically a ridge. As I walk in they just go over the hump and dissolve..I'm doing it! Great buck!
@RyanL888272 жыл бұрын
Extremely excited about you being back Bill!! Pretty sure I’ve seen every episode of MW main show all the way back to when Greg was hunting and filming. Huge fan of Jared, but unfortunately MW lost me as a fan towards the end last season. Just thrilled to be learning from you again!
@mb7482 жыл бұрын
Cuz of Marino? 🤣
@RyanL888272 жыл бұрын
@@mb748 Yes sir. No issues, Just not the typical story ending I was a accustomed to with MW.
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ryan. I appreciate it. Have a great day.
@jimcoffman47382 жыл бұрын
@@RyanL88827 That’s the same thing that I thought also. Not the way that I thought it would of/ should of ended.
@ktmhiflyer2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you back making content Bill! Enjoyed as always, excited for whats to come!
@steveplantz71992 жыл бұрын
I was just reading this story on your blog when I got the notification for this video. Already looking forward to next weeks video!
@DamonWeber102 жыл бұрын
Pretty sweet opening up KZfaq to see your buck on my home page. Then remembering I actually was able to get pictures with it at work the night you shot it. Pretty cool experience, thanks Bill😂
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
It was cool. Thanks for sharing it.
@mikealberda44492 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you back. You look refreshed. 👍
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike. I appreciate the comment. I am going to keep things much lower key this time around. Midwest Whitetail machine got too big with too many moving parts. It ground me down.
@kapperoutdoors Жыл бұрын
Wow now that's dedication Bill!!! Congrats!
@bill-winke Жыл бұрын
Thanks Kapper. Was an interesting season from that standpoint.
@michaelbatzler32872 жыл бұрын
Your still the man Bill! Congrats
@scottcarter4612 жыл бұрын
If you are doing things right, the deer woods can be an extremely lonely desolate place lol. Guys watching football and bills sleeping in a bedding area 😑😂👍❤️ so next level! That buck is world class as usual
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Scott. Yes, coyote bait on the ridge! Thanks for the support.
@Grizzlife2 жыл бұрын
Already the best show , period!
@miller24782 жыл бұрын
So happy to see you online again Bill! Learned a ton from you back in your Midwest whitetail days.! Congrats and cool story
@TheSnook272 жыл бұрын
i enjoy your hunt stories i learn and take it all in thanks
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the support Geoffey. I am happy to help in some small way. Have a great day.
@mikemellon802 жыл бұрын
Yeah I would have passed him too. Not! Glad you are back making videos. Enjoying the new content
@stevedragon25 Жыл бұрын
Awesome. Hunting in the Midwest is so different then hunting in the south.
@bill-winke Жыл бұрын
For sure. I have also hunted some in the deep south. Hunting the Midwest is a lot different and in many ways a lot easier.
@underdogoutdoors2 жыл бұрын
God helps those who help themselves! Dedication and persistence always pays off.
@connerlamphier85502 жыл бұрын
So glad to see you back uploading, and this was a awesome video with some outside the box thinking in your tactics I think. Super cool story and congrats on the buck Bill! Season is closing in and I couldn't be more pumped!
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Conner. I appreciate the comment and the support. Good luck to you this year.
@johnguth45342 жыл бұрын
Really starting to amaze me I never thought that you would do that
@themedhunter2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! I started sleeping in my 8x8 hunting blind and it has made all the difference for the morning hunt!
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
If you can make yourself do it, this approach definitely opens up a few areas that would otherwise be very hard to hunt.
@ericbowhunter2 жыл бұрын
Great video Bill. Very good information. Awesome bucks from the past two seasons!
@ryanzygmunt85502 жыл бұрын
Happy to see you back doing videos, Bill! Missed your content!
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ryan. I appreciate it.
@h-minus22122 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on a fine buck and thank you for sharing the unique way you hunted for him. Best of luck this fall
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment and the support. Have a great day.
@andrewh32442 жыл бұрын
Look forward to following along this upcoming season! Keep the videos coming!
@bryanroberts2 жыл бұрын
Boring but had to be mentally refreshing! I would have enjoyed it.(for a little while!) So glad to have your insight and experience back on video Bill! Good luck and I will be eagerly waiting on the next one!
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
It was exciting for a few days (nights) but eventually got to be a drain on energy probably due to lack of decent food and water as much as anything. It is not like camping where you can roust around, have a fire, make some noise, etc. You have to sneak to the bag, strip down and slide in as soon as legal shooting time ends to keep from having deer see or hear you there.
@bmalone06882 жыл бұрын
For sure going to need to hear a recap of that trip to sheep camp Bill. That sounds like a dream vacation
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
I wrote about it here: billwinke.com/three-weeks-in-british-columbia-part-one/ I drove to Smithers, BC and took a bush plane charter to the camp - 120 ground miles without a person or road or building below. I spent the first 10 days working as "packer" for the guide who had the goat/moose/caribou hunter from San Francisco. It was very hard work and I definitely have a lot of appreciation for mountain guides in the far backcountry. The outfitter (Ron Nemetchek) has to fly everyone out in his float plane from the main lodge to their assigned areas and then if the hunting is poor he moves them. He does a massive amount of flying. I spent the next 11 days at the lodge helping out where possible and fishing. Was gorgeous and a very rugged life for those who do that for a living.
@HuntsT2 жыл бұрын
Awesome story. Looking forward to next week
@danmartin98502 жыл бұрын
Love the regular content again Bill! Looking forward to some more habitat and food plot videos!
@woodsdog78492 жыл бұрын
This is great Bill, keep up the great work. Glad to see you're back and really look forward to your hunting strategy videos. I read about this in your column with Peterson's Bowhunting and it really piqued my interest. I appreciate you taking the time with both this video and your bedding area video about how your set up on the ridge using the wind and thermals. Here are some future video ideas for you to consider: Bowhunting Strategy: 1. Where to locate trail cameras for determining a hunting strategy for a target buck, 2. Cell cams or regular check cams? Which ones where and when and why? 3. How do you know if you are hunting or pressuring an area too much? (You mentioned the number of times you saw your 21 buck and then a several day gap of not seeing him at all, how did you know you didn't spook him out? What are your thoughts on pressure and buck movement? Land & Habitat Topics: I liked how you're trying to determine natural forage or plains grasses for your new property, extrapolating that to other areas or regions, I think an excellent topic would be how to encourage natural forage and browse on your properties. I think we get so caught up in commercial seed mixes, etc. If you don' have deep pockets for equipment and all of that but still want to enhance your property, what strategies to incorporate to encourage, or grow natural forage and weeds that deer like and rely on. Also, go into a deep dive on how to finance land purchases if you're not a rich dude!!!
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Woodsdog, that is a lot of good ideas. I have added them to the list I started when I decided to go back into this video production work. I will hit a few of them over the coming weeks. Thanks for your support and feedback.
@petertosh47482 жыл бұрын
Your the real deal and that's what I like.. I have learned much from you..
@legacypursuit2 жыл бұрын
Man you talk about hardcore you are the real deal bill!!!
@grdelawter4266 Жыл бұрын
Wow, I’m looking forward to next week
@bill-winke Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment and the support. I appreciate it.
@scottmccall38902 жыл бұрын
Taking it to the next level...great story as always
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Scott. I appreciate it. Have a great day.
@brianmiller15802 жыл бұрын
I can barely even do all day sits!! Gorgeous property 👌
@davemurphy40562 жыл бұрын
Great to have you back!!!
@timbrownfield22032 жыл бұрын
Glad yer back Bill Be a good year for Chasing November
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
I am only narrating Chasing November. There won't be any videos of me on there. Have a great day.
@shanemacfarlane4767 Жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this bill and appreciate your dedication and insight, I went searching for sleeping in a tree stand and came across your video. Got a buck of a lifetime that eluded me last year and no way to access the property without bumping deer and ima try this route I think it’s the ticket to getting him in 2022.
@bill-winke Жыл бұрын
It does work but be prepared for two things: super boring and it is really hard to get out of a warm sleeping bag into a cold tree stand in the dark of morning. But, if you don't about it too much (and talk yourself out of it) and just do it, the method does work.
@dylanball56472 жыл бұрын
I've been waiting for this one!! Haven't even started it yet and already know it's a good one!!
@Cooper03072 жыл бұрын
Love to hear your stories. Amazing
@ianlauhon8760 Жыл бұрын
For all the know it alls out there watch this man's videos and I promise you will learn something to help you.
@bill-winke Жыл бұрын
Thanks Ian. I really appreciate the comment and the support. Have a great day.
@jeremiahwilson76402 жыл бұрын
Great video and super inspirational on killing big bucks. Extreme tactics to get the job done. Thanks for an excellent breakdown and story telling also. Looking forward to the next one!
@anthonyfelich68942 жыл бұрын
Good stuff! Glad you're back regular, Bill.
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Anthony. I appreciate the support.
@Gutshot1862 жыл бұрын
So glad you're back! Ain't been the same with you being gone.
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Skylar. I appreciate it. Hope you are doing well.
@robertforss88812 жыл бұрын
I'm pumped that there will be regular Bill Winke videos again.
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Robert. I appreciate it.
@CentralMississippiWhitetail2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you're doing this Channel!!! I've got a new farm and looking for ideas..may God bless your business.
@ec96972 жыл бұрын
Slipping in mid day was what sealed the deal..I don’t like to go in after a buck in darkness..like to see and slip in
@scottb60982 жыл бұрын
Cool story. ...glad you are back -
@wesfox17122 жыл бұрын
Great story! I remember reading your blog on this hunt and was blown away on what you went through to get him
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Wes. We need to enjoy the chess match more than the actual kill. The journey is the destination (as the old saying goes).
@EpicWhitetailHabitatLLC2 жыл бұрын
Doing whatever it takes! Congrats on a job well done with a plan well executed.
@stevenschmidt57122 жыл бұрын
The master....now I have to wait a week....
@growingbadger2 жыл бұрын
I had to laugh watching this video. My family thinks I'm a hunting nut case. Years ago my husband bought me a tree lounge climber. I can not walk down my drive without bumping deer, so I would take the climber out and when they were in the ag. fields around us I'd go out at midnight and climb. I'd literally strap myself into the lounge around my body and sleep in the lounge.we actually live on the ridge in the hills . I'd just wake unstrap and was ready to go. Being a woman things were a bit more complicated and when cell cams came along I had to resort to building tower blinds for...privacy. . They are all big enough to sleep in and at 64 I still go out and safely sleep in them away from the coyote and bear.
@EthanPageHunter2 жыл бұрын
Wild bill went hard core. It paid off for you too!
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment Backwards Hat, I appreciate it.
@rogercaruthers25842 жыл бұрын
Love seeing how your break things down. I’ve been a fan for awhile, thank you for all the information! I have yet to harvest a buck for the books, largest has been barely 130”. I get 150s-160s every year on camera but just don’t have the time to spend out there to really hunt them. 1-3 days a year is all I get, and those deer go dark before I even get into the woods. One of these days though, their schedules and mine will collide!
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Roger for the support. Yes, one of these days. Focus on a couple days when a cold front is passing in late October and you might get lucky. Those are great times to hunt bucks when you have a decent idea where they are living at that time. Good luck.
@JimBowSlice2 жыл бұрын
Ask and you shall receive!! Thanks bill
@bill-winke2 жыл бұрын
You inspired me!
@bloodlines96102 жыл бұрын
Keep posting ill keep watching! Always enjoyed the content!