Many deer hunters and the public at large are unaware of the critical work university affiliated state and regional wildlife health organizations do for the betterment of wildlife and human health. Deer are no exception, and in many cases, they dominate the workload due to their abundance, impact on broad wildlife conservation, and popularity.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Lisa Murphy, a veterinarian, professor of toxicology, and the leader of the Pennsylvania Wildlife Futures Program at the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Murphy explains the importance of wildlife health programs while detailing some of the specific work she oversees, ranging from the day-to-day rigors of regional wildlife health technicians to CWD sampling at the laboratory, to leading critical research for deer and other wildlife species.

NDA has enjoyed a rich partnership with the Pennsylvania Wildlife Futures Program and others like it around the country, and even long-time members may be unaware of how many unique projects the organization works on that have broad implications for deer, hunting, and habitat. This episode illustrates one of the many ways NDA works with key partners to accomplish important science-based outcomes for deer and other wildlife.

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About the National Deer Association

The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!

Support NDA’s mission by becoming a member today [https://www.deerassociation.com/join].

How University Affiliated Wildlife Health Programs Safeguard Deer, Habitat, and Hunters

Through the Wildlife Futures Program, the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine (PennVet) is conducting a study to explore leading causes of mortality in deer with and without CWD within a CWD-endemic area. The study team outfitted deer with GPS-collars programmed to emit a mortality signal to promptly retrieve carcasses for a complete necropsy with associated ancillary tests to determine the cause of death. Early results are in, and we are joined by Dr. Erick Gagne and Dr. Jennifer Hoy-Peterson of PennVet to discuss what the team has found so far.

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Current PennVet Research [https://www.vet.upenn.edu/research/research-programs/wildlife-futures/research/]

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Sign up for NDA’s free weekly e-newsletter [https://www.deerassociation.com/newsletter/]

 

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About the National Deer Association

The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!

Support NDA’s mission by becoming a member today [https://www.deerassociation.com/join].

Inside the PennVet Study on Deer Mortality and CWD With Dr. Erick Gagne and Dr. Jennifer Hoy-Peterson

In our latest episode of the Deer Season 365 podcast, we talk with Michael Burns of Wisconsin all about his career as a Conservation Warden. Michael dives into the job's responsibilities, dispels some common misconceptions, covers some of the most common deer hunting violations, and outlines what is involved in becoming a conservation warden. Regardless of whether you’ve ever dreamed of being a conservation warden or not, this is an interesting episode you won’t want to miss.

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About the National Deer Association

The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!

Support NDA’s mission by becoming a member today [https://www.deerassociation.com/join].

Behind the Badge: A Look Inside the Life of a Conservation Warden with Michael Burns

On this episode of the Deer Season 365 podcast, host Brian Grossman is joined by NDA CEO Nick Pinizzotto, NDA Chief Conservation Officer Kip Adams, and special guest Jeb Burton, of Crossroads with the Burtons, to discuss a variety of deer and habitat management topics. The group met at the recent 2025 Archery Trade Association (ATA) Show in Indianapolis to record this unique episode.

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Crossroads with the Burtons [https://www.crossroadshunting.com/]

Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation [https://www.twbwf.org/]

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About the National Deer Association

The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!

Support NDA’s mission by becoming a member today [https://www.deerassociation.com/join].

Talking Deer and Habitat Management With Jeb Burton of Crossroads with the Burtons

In this week's episode of the Deer Season 365 podcast, we discuss rut-hunting strategies with Michael Perry of Alabama as he follows the rut across his home state and beyond. Michael has killed some tremendous public land bucks over the years, including the Alabama state record muzzleloader buck, on some of the toughest public lands in the country. Hear how he consistently finds success, whether hunting his home state of Alabama or beyond.

 

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Michael's book on Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/Hunting-Secrets-taking-Mature-Public/dp/B0BCCW6SMV/]

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Sign up for NDA’s free weekly e-newsletter [https://www.deerassociation.com/newsletter/]

 

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About the National Deer Association

The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!

Support NDA’s mission by becoming a member today [https://www.deerassociation.com/join].

Techniques for Hunting the Rut and Beyond With Michael Perry

In this episode of the Deer Season 365 podcast, we talk with wildlife photographer Tes Randle Jolly all about her observations of various buck (and doe) behavior leading up to and during the rut. Tes spends more time in the field than anyone I know, which has given her the opportunity to witness a lot of interesting and unique deer behavior over the years. She also ties in how those observations can make you a better, more successful deer hunter, so be sure to give this week's episode a listen!

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About the National Deer Association

The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!

Support NDA’s mission by becoming a member today [https://www.deerassociation.com/join].

Buck Behavior During the Rut With Wildlife Photographer Tes Randle Jolly

In this week's episode of the Deer Season 365 podcast, we tap into over three years worth of episodes to provide you with the best deer hunting advice we've received along the way. We cover the entire scouting and hunting process with some of the best deer hunters we know, like Dan Infalt, Andy May, Beau Martonik, Parker McDonald, Jeremy Aron, and Daniel Lemmon. With the rut right around the corner, this is one you won't want to miss!

 

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About the National Deer Association

The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!

Support NDA’s mission by becoming a member today [https://www.deerassociation.com/join].

How to Consistently Kill Mature Bucks Where You Hunt With Dan Infalt, Andy May, Jeremy Aron, and More

In this week's episode of the Deer Season 365 podcast, Kip Adams and I dive into the fallacy of the October lull and how to get back in the game when that buck you’ve been watching all summer suddenly disappears. We also discuss the rut, diving into what triggers it, how things like weather and the moon have no impact on the timing, and why some rut hunts are much better than others. This is a great episode you won't want to miss!

 

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About the National Deer Association

The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!

Support NDA’s mission by becoming a member today [https://www.deerassociation.com/join].

The October Lull and Why Those Summer Bucks Disappear With Kip Adams

In this week's Deer Season 365 podcast episode, we talk with Shawn Lumsden of the Flint River Plantation about how their intensive habitat management and deer harvest strategies are paying off big time. We dive into everything from food plots to forest stand improvement and prescribed fire. Shawn also discusses how they are harvesting over 100 does per season and being very selective with their buck harvest. If you have a hunting property you're managing for mature white-tailed deer, this is an episode you won't want to miss!

 

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About the National Deer Association

The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!

Support NDA’s mission by becoming a member today [https://www.deerassociation.com/join].

Managing Your Habitat and Deer Harvest for Maximum Results With Shawn Lumsden of the Flint River Plantation

Every year, around this same time, stories start showing up in my news feed about hunters who have fallen from a deer stand. Some only result in minor injuries, while others end with a family burying a loved one. On this week's episode of the Deer Season 365 podcast, we talk with treestand fall survivor, Justin Lonclos, about his harrowing ordeal, along with Glen Mayhew of the Treestand Safety Awareness Foundation about fall statistics and prevention. This is an episode every deer hunter needs to hear. 

 

Episode Sponsors: Whitetail Institute [https://whitetailinstitute.com/] and Schrade Knives [https://www.schrade.com/]

 

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About the National Deer Association

The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast!

Support NDA’s mission by becoming a member today [https://www.deerassociation.com/join].

Don't Become a Statistic This Season, With Justin Lonclos and Glen Mayhew

For the serious deer hunter, deer season never ends. That's why NDA's Deer Season 365 podcast covers every aspect of deer hunting and deer management— from hunting strategy to deer biology and behavior to habitat improvement and more! Join us every-other-week as we talk with deer and habitat experts from all walks of life to bring you the latest in deer hunting and deer management information.

Brian Grossman

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