Bobby Worthington

Role: guest
Appears in 1 episode

Bobby Worthington appeared once, in September 2022. He discussed antler growth, saying deer face their biggest growth stress from June through early August and that abundant rain that year produced strong Tennessee antler growth, though Tennessee bucks generally run 15-20 inches smaller than Midwest deer of the same age. He described hunting big-woods travel corridors rather than food sources, splitting his season between a specific target buck and later tight funnels, and only counting kills of that target buck. He also spoke on stand placement, offered consulting including phone access to him, called himself a trophy hunter who values enjoyment over bragging rights, and addressed parents pressuring kids in youth sports and hunting.

Appearances

What they said

antler-growth

• Bobby explained that the biggest antler-growth stress period for his deer is June through early August, when rain typically stops and vegetation dries up. 36:38 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3
• Bobby said this year’s abundant rain in Tennessee produced excellent antler growth, with trail cameras showing 10-12 inch tines on bucks reaching full potential. 38:06 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3
• Bobby cautioned that even in a strong year, an individual target buck’s rack may be smaller than expected due to factors that happen during the deer’s life. 40:59 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3

big-woods

• Bobby said that when hunting big-woods deer whose bedding is often unknown, hunters can’t tiptoe around them and must set up exactly where needed. 30:27 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3

bobby-worthington

• Bobby said his two self-authored books are now out of print. 25:29 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3
• Bobby said he’s killed about half the deer he’s had featured in North American Whitetail, with about five taken on public ground in Tennessee or Illinois. 27:36 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3

consulting

• Bobby said he’s willing to drive a full day to help consulting clients, noting he routinely drives ten to twelve hours for archery tournaments. 61:01 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3
• Bobby recommended keeping 50-75% of rough big-woods property in native habitat rather than heavily manipulating it, since that’s what the deer are used to. 61:51 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3
• Bobby announced hunters can reach him directly by phone for consulting inquiries, giving out his cell number. 63:14 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3
• Bobby said his consulting doesn’t end after laying out a property; he stays available to guide clients through decisions even during hunting season. 65:17 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3

hunting-style

• Bobby described splitting his season into two stages, hunting a specific target buck from late October through about November 3-4, then shifting to tight funnels later. 29:04 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3

lesters-feet

• Bobby praised the hosts’ Lester’s Feet program, calling it more valuable and important than killing big bucks. 25:55 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3

parenting

• Bobby said parents who criticize a child’s performance after games end up destroying the child’s happiness during a time in life meant to be enjoyed. 53:52 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3

stand-placement

• Bobby recommended staying committed to a well-scouted stand location over a couple of years rather than expecting quick results, since it’s a numbers game. 58:09 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3
• Bobby said a heavy trail alone isn’t significant, but a heavy trail formed because terrain forces deer onto it means everything for stand placement. 59:17 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3

target-buck

• Bobby said when hunting a specific target buck, he won’t shoot any other deer that comes through, considering it luck rather than a legitimate kill. 31:40 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3

tennessee

• Bobby said Tennessee bucks generally run 15-20 inches smaller than Midwest deer of the same age, but predicted a strong season with very nice bucks killed. 40:17 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3

trophy-hunting

• Bobby said he’s a trophy hunter who makes no apology for wanting big racks, but stressed hunters shouldn’t lose sight of hunting for enjoyment. 42:07 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3
• Bobby warned that hunting for bragging rights or to out-do others online can lead people into cheating. 43:26 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3

Questions they answered

• Terry asked Bobby about his strategy for hunting big woods where acorns and mast are abundant in every direction.
  Bobby said food doesn’t matter for big-woods hunting since pressured deer are rarely killed over food; instead he hunts their travel corridors. 46:17 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3
• Terry invited Bobby to speak freely to the roughly 100,000 listeners for a few minutes on any topic he wanted.
  Bobby said parents must understand that their own passion for hunting isn’t necessarily their child’s passion, and children shouldn’t be pressured to share it. 52:13 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3
• Terry asked Bobby what the buck crop looks like this year compared to past years, and what trends he’s seeing.
  Bobby said that in a year with rain patterns like this one, he typically expects to see big racks on Tennessee bucks. 36:23 — Episode #134 - Bobby Worthington talks Buck Forecast Part 3

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