On this inaugural podcast, Hershy sits down with Jeff Rawlinson and Jackson Ellis to talk about the “How to Deer” series. They discuss the methods and permits for deer hunting in the state of Nebraska as well as Hunter Education requirements. If you are a new hunter interested in what it takes to get started deer hunting or a seasoned hunter looking for new tips and tricks, “How to Deer” is for you!

Episode 1: How to Deer

Follow along as Julia from the 'She Goes Outdoors' podcast joins the Hunt Nebraska team to discuss new regulations about the use of trail cameras.

Banning Trail Cameras

Cold temperatures does not mean there are no hunting or scouting opportunities.  Kayla rejoins the Hunt NE crew as they talk about scouting, shed hunting and calling predators.

Sheds and Predator Hunting

Join the Hunt Nebraska Crew as they talk about Trophy Hunting Bans, and other controversial topics in the media today.

Trophy Hunting Bans

Have you followed along with Hunt NE 'Learn to Hunt' series? Ever wonder what we don't talk about? Here is your lucky chance to gain some extra tips we don't include in our Learn to Hunt series!

What We Don't Teach

The Hunt NE Crew determines the best cartridge for hunting deer in Nebraska. Is the campfire debate settled or do you disagree with their decision?

Best Deer Cartridge

John Laux joins the Hunt Nebraska crew to dive deeper into the Upland Bird season. He shares tips and tricks about hunting opening weekend as well as hunting grouse in Western Nebraska.

Upland Bird Season

Join the Hunt Nebraska crew and special guest Dave as they talk about handgun hunting. Hang on tight as they dive deep into deer hunting with handguns.

Hunting with Handguns

Join the Hunt Nebraska crew and special guest Angie Kokes as they talk about a unique way to hunt - with a spear.  Angie brings a wealth of knowledge about spear hunting to the cabin and she explains in-depth what it takes to be a spear hunter.

Spear Hunting

Join the Hunt NE team as they talk about late-season predator hunting. Late-season predator hunting can be tricky, but the crew talks about what calls to use and the best methods to use when calling.

February Yotes

Join the Hunt NE team as they wonder about hunting, wildlife, and the phenomenon of it all.  Wonder with the team and then head over to the Hunt NE Facebook page to ask all of your "I wonder..." questions and the Hunt NE crew will answer them!

I Wonder Wednesdays

Join the Hunt NE crew as they talk about turkey hunting in their home states. With four different states represented in the Hunt NE cabin, the crew compares and contrasts the differences between turkey hunting in their state.

More than Nebraska Turkeys

Join the Hunt NE crew and special guest Andy Little as they talk about a new turkey study taking place in Western Nebraska and many other states.  Andy Little, Assistant Professor of Wildlife and Habitat Management at UNL, talks about the five-year study to provide insight on the dynamics of turkey populations in Nebraska. View the article in the April 2023 NebraskaLand or on the UNL website: https://news.unl.edu/newsrooms/today/article/husker-led-study-to-focus-on-nebraska-s-wild-turkey-populations/

Trapping & Researching Turkeys

Join the Hunt Nebraska crew as they return to the cabin with an off-season pop quiz.  Learn more about the crew as they answer the quiz questions and join along and take the quiz yourself! 
Quiz Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/F6LYB9W

Offseason Pop Quiz

The Hunt Nebraska Crew meets Nebraska's most famous YouTube waterfowl hunter - the High Prairie Sportsmen - Matt Zvolanek. 

See the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zUud7dbTkA&t=335s

Meet the High Prairie Sportsmen

Will owl hunting become a thing? Are hunters hard to please?
The Hunt Nebraska Crew tackle tough questions as they discuss a proposal to cull half a million barred owls & unhappy Wisconsin deer hunters.

Owl Hunting & unHappy Hunters

How far is too far to shoot a gobbler?
The Hunt Nebraska Crew debates the increasing range opportunities on this hangout.

Gauging Gobblers

The Glorious 1st of September means lots of opportunities and the end of the off-season. The Hunt Nebraska Crew tackles the tough decisions of what to chase first.

The Glorious 1st of Sept

A program in 1974 forever changed hunting in Nebraska. The Hunt Nebraska Crew & Julia from She Goes Outdoors look at the changes that have taken place in Hunter Education.

Hunter Ed Turns 50 & Change

Follow the money! How is wildlife conservation, management & Hunter Education paid for? The Hunt Nebraska Crew visit with Jay Ogawa from the Office of Conservation Investment to track down the answers.

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Follow the Money

Which Duck Zone do you hunt? Duck hunters have some options this year and moving forward. The Hunt Nebraska Crew chat with John McKinney, Waterfowl Program Manager, to talk about Duck Zones surveys and the experimental duck harvest options.

Duck Hunting: Zones & Tiers

Looking for a place to hunt? Access is a big deal for all hunters. The Hunt Nebraska Crew chat with Adam Kester, Access Program Manager, to talk about 1.2 million reasons to be excited as you find a place to hunt.

Where to Hunt

What are you hunting? So many options right now
The Hunt Nebraska Crew plays 20-questions with Kyle's new game sensation - What Am I Hunting? 

What Am I Hunting?

Smoking or Non-Smoking your deer? December is muzzleloader season in Nebraska. The Hunt Nebraska Crew ramrod the stuff you need to know to take part this season. 

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Smoking Season: Muzzleloader Deer

What's happening in the field? The Hunt Nebraska Crew has some stories to share.

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From the Field

Questions about Nebraska's Deer Herd? The Hunt Nebraska Crew visit with Luke Meduna, Nebraska's Big Game Program Manager, about the ins-outs of your deer.

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Nebraska Deer Herd

Why Do You Hunt? The Hunt Nebraska Crew chats about what drew them to the hunt. The reasons vary - do they match yours?

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Why I Hunt

What's your dog's name? The Hunt Nebraska Crew work on names for Hershy's new puppy. They need your suggestions.

Puppy Names

How many you find this year? The Hunt Nebraska Crew get into the "other" antler hunting season frame of mind. Time to to hit the field!

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Hunt for Sheds


Fore!!  Impossible Turkey Hunting Challneges?
The Hunt Nebraska Crew has a spring tradition. New players - New Challenges for hunting turkeys. The Crew draws to see what silliness they must take on to hunt turkeys.

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Mission Impossible: Turkey Challenge '25

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