In this Evergreen edition of the Big Buck Registry’s Deer Hunt Podcast, we’re reaching back to one of our most impactful early episodes — a 2013 conversation with Dean Vanier, founder of Northwoods Common Scents.
Dean has spent over 30 years perfecting his approach to whitetail communication using 100% pure scent — and in this masterclass, he shares how hunters can use scent not as a gimmick, but as a tool for understanding and influencing deer behavior.
We cover:
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Mock scrapes, drag rags, and the concept of the "virtual deer"
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Why buck urine is underrated early in the season
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Dean’s scent layering strategy through all phases of the rut
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How scent helps you “talk” to deer using their own instincts
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And how the industry has changed since this episode first aired — including CWD laws, synthetic scents, and ATA/RHA certification
Dean’s methods are still converting skeptical hunters to this day — and his passion for woodsmanship through scent makes this one of the most timeless episodes in our archive.
🎧 Listen now to revisit a true craftsman in the deer woods.
🔗 Learn more about Dean and his products at: https://www.teamnorthwoods.com
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