Welcome to the final and triumphant chapter of one of the best wildlife comeback stories in the history of North America. From 1200 individual deer in Mississippi in 1929 to over 1.5 million in 2026, this story is one you don't want to miss. Including, the story of a first ever deer hunt on public land that involved over 3300 hunters, a vehicles lined up for miles waiting to check deer in!

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Welcome to the final and triumphant chapter of one of the best wildlife comeback stories in the history of North America. From 1200 individual deer in Mississippi in 1929 to over 1.5 million in 2026, this story is one you don't want to miss. Including, the story of a first ever deer hunt on public land that involved over 3300 hunters, a vehicles lined up for miles waiting to check deer in!
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The Backwoods University Podcast is about wildlife biology and the people who dedicate their lives to wild animals and their habitat. Guided by host Lake Pickle’s curiosity, you’ll hear insights from wildlife biologists and outdoorsmen, while gaining an intimate look at North American wildlife, their habitat, and the undeniable influence the human race has on them. This podcast is an efficient listen where you’ll learn from the experts so you can understand the wild. After all, you can’t love what you don’t understand.

The Backwoods University Podcast is about wildlife biology and the people who dedicate their lives to wild animals and their habitat. Guided by host Lake Pickle&rsquo;s curiosity, you&rsquo;ll hear insights from wildlife biologists and outdoorsmen, while gaining an intimate look at North American wildlife, their habitat, and the undeniable influence the human race has on them. This podcast is an efficient listen where you&rsquo;ll learn from the experts so you can understand the wild. After all, you can&rsquo;t love what you don&rsquo;t understand.

Backwoods University

Ep. 496: Backwoods University - Mississippi Deer History, Part 2

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