GET STARTED: Buying Your First Farm And Working Toward Your Dream Parcel - Mo Reyes

This podcast episode covers a range of hunting experiences and tips. Mo Reyes shares his journey of buying and developing three farms while also offering advice to those starting their hunting journey. Another episode features the host discussing his experiences learning from successful hunters and his first successful hunt. Additionally, there are episodes covering the challenges of hunting on public land, investing in hunting properties, and finding the perfect property.

• Reyes started hunting in 2014 after getting a void card and buying a gun before the assault weapons ban.

• Using walls as a manipulation technique to push deer away or into certain areas

• Learning from experienced hunters and experts, such as land management consultants, can help improve hunting success.

• Finding a 40-acre property in Illinois with existing tillable land and nearby public land led to more successful land improvements with the help of co-ops and contractor services.

• Subcontracting tractor and drilling services and using a UTV and chainsaw for smaller improvements saved time and costs.

• Utilize resources like skip for establishing switchgrass and surrounding yourself with helpful people like Bobby Kendall and Clark Cummings.

• Start by taking the first step and surround yourself with knowledgeable people.

• Mo eventually bought his first farm in Wisconsin and has since purchased two more properties.

• Understanding how to be less disruptive on the way in and out can help access the hunting spot without spooking deer.

• Buying your own land for hunting requires research and planning, but can provide long-term benefits.

• The journey of a hunter is a continuous process of learning and improving.

• Improving a property can draw in deer and benefit the neighbors.

• Creating a checklist for finding the perfect hunting land

• Don't be too picky - start with a smaller property size

• Mo surrounded himself with experienced hunters to learn about woodsmanship and archery.

• Mo is resourceful, diving into the Hunting Beast Forum and spending hours reading and watching YouTube videos to learn more.

• Mo focused on understanding bedding spots and how to scout public land.

• Hunting on public land is hard, but it's a good way to start your hunting journey.

• Buying your own hunting property is achievable if you're willing to drive far and look for affordable alternatives like heavily wooded areas.

• Access to co-ops can make a huge difference in land management

• Maintaining low impact on the property is important for successful hunting

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