Don Higgins Breaks Down His Favorite Properties of 2026 - Chasing Giants #320

In this episode of Chasing Giants, Don Higgins and Terry Peer reflect on the end of their consulting season, highlighting two standout properties that exemplify the principles of habitat diversity, minimal human intrusion, and strategic food plot planning. One property in Illinois and another in Ohio stood out due to their proximity to large no-hunting sanctuaries with no food sources, creating ideal conditions for mature bucks to thrive. Don emphasizes that these sanctuaries, when paired with well-managed food plots on adjacent land, create a 'recipe for killing big deer.' The hosts also discuss the critical role of soil health, showcasing how practices like biochar and humic acid applications have transformed clover plots into lush, year-round forage. They stress the importance of planting diverse species—including fruit trees and multiple soybean varieties—to hedge against weather-related crop failures. The episode also features listener questions on trapping, deer intelligence, and property management, with Don sharing insights on how deer pass on learned behaviors across generations and why sanctuaries must be protected from human intrusion for maximum effectiveness. The conversation closes with a powerful reflection on the Shroud of Turin as a historical and spiritual testament to the resurrection of Jesus Christ.