Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Is the "big buck" dream dead? Let’s talk about it in the comments.
Nobody wants to hear it, but managing for "trophy" older age-class bucks might actually be fueling the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease.
While hunters want older deer on the landscape, wildlife agencies are recommending the exact opposite to lower prevalence. From Saskatchewan to Colorado, the "social and cultural cost" of this disease is hitting home.
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Is the "big buck" dream dead? Let’s talk about it in the comments.
Nobody wants to hear it, but managing for "trophy" older age-class bucks might actually be fueling the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease.
While hunters want older deer on the landscape, wildlife agencies are recommending the exact opposite to lower prevalence. From Saskatchewan to Colorado, the "social and cultural cost" of this disease is hitting home.
Join Fresh Tracks+ For Early Access - freshtracks.tv
Fresh Tracks Merchandise - shopfreshtracks.com
Use promo code RANDY15 for 15% off your order at nosler.com
GOHUNT Gear Shop - Promo code RANDY for 10% off in the gear shop. bit.ly/46Jp5EW
GOHUNT INSIDER Use promo code RANDY to get $50 of store credit when you sign up for goHUNT INSIDER. bit.ly/481yo46
Kenetrek Boots- Buy a pair of boots and get a free pair of gaiters when promo code RANDY is used at checkout. Make sure that the gators are in your cart. kenetrek.com/pages/randy
Ollin Digiscoping System - Save 10% with promo code RANDY ollin.co
Outdoor Class - Save 15% on your membership with promo code RANDY15. watch.outdoorclass.com
Elkhorn Coffee Roaster - Save 15% on orders over $30 with promo code RANDY. elkhorncoffeeroasters.com
Alpacka Raft - Save 10% on some pack rafts with promo code RANDY. alpackaraft.com
MTN Tough - 30 Day Free Trial when using code RANDY. Be sure that monthly subscription plan is selected on the payment page.
lab.mtntough.com/checkout/subscribe/purchase?code=randy&plan=monthly
PEAX Equipment: 10% Off PROMO CODE RANDY
