As conscientious hunters, we don't just want to fill tags. We also want to make a positive difference to the places we hunt. Tag along with Federal ambassador Josh Froelich on his journey to turn his home property into ideal habitat for both game and hunters.

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Clear-Cut Solutions

Deer and most other game species crave the food and cover that shoot up in the wake of a timber harvest. Federal ambassador Josh Froelich explains what to do—and what not to do—after the loggers leave to maximize the benefits to both hunter and hunted.

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The Start Of Stewardship

Vacant land is a blank canvas. Join Federal ambassador Josh Froelich as he transforms a piece of raw real estate into the ultimate hunting parcel. The lessons you’ll learn along the way will make you a better steward of the properties you hunt and the wildlife that lives there.

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Taking Down Timber

The first step in the management of most forested properties is a carefully planned timber harvest. Whether you’re looking to break ground for food plots, create bedding cover, cut shooting lanes, clear access roads or all of the above, Federal ambassador Josh Froelich explains what you need to do and shares lessons he learned on his property.

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Plot A Deer’s Demise

You’ve done the heavy lifting of having timber removed. Federal ambassador Josh Froelich walks through the next steps in the process to turn forest openings into lush food plots.

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Hit The Dirt

A food plot is only as good as the soil it grows in. Federal ambassador Josh Froelich details how to give your plots the pH and nutrients needed to produce game-attracting groceries.

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Winning The Water War

The best soil and seed won’t grow a thing without adequate water. Federal ambassador Josh Froelich doesn’t let even a historic drought get in the way of reaching his food plot and habitat goals.

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Working For Waterfowl

Although habitat for ducks and geese is managed most effectively at an overall landscape level, individual property owners can take steps to help waterfowl and improve their hunts. Federal ambassador Josh Froelich taps the expertise of Brad Heidel for simple, cost-effective measures landowners can use.

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Developing Stand Locations

Once you’ve dialed in the habitat on your property, it’s time to drop in the final piece of the puzzle: Placing stands in locations that capitalize on your hard work. Federal ambassador Josh Froelich describes how he selected stand sites and what was needed to adapt to unusual drought conditions.

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Planting The Seed

A lot of work goes into a food plot before a seed ever goes into the ground. But now’s the fun part: planting. Federal ambassador Josh Froelich outlines what he puts in each of his plots—and why.

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Deer Season Payoff

After a season of hard work, Federal ambassador Josh Froelich looks back on his first deer hunt after implementing intensive habitat management practices on his property. Hear what worked, what didn’t and what’s in store next year.

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Ducks, Drought & Adaptation

The historic drought conditions Josh Froelich experienced on his property in 2021 showed how fragile the best laid habitat and hunting plans can be when nature doesn’t cooperate. The Federal ambassador explains what happened and what measures he took to cope during waterfowl season.

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Year In Review

From logging and food plots to blinds and irrigation, the past year saw a lot of changes to F5, the farm property of Federal ambassador Josh Froelich. But there’s always more to do. He gives a sneak peek at what management work is on the docket for next year.

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Timber Stand Improvement

Food plots get all the glory, but healthy forest habitat is what really leads to more whitetails and other wildlife. Federal ambassador Josh Froelich explains how he uses a chainsaw to enhance the food, cover and overall value offered by the timber on his property.

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How To Boost Nesting Success

The better ducks and geese are at nesting and raising young, the more local waterfowl you’ll have. Federal ambassador Josh Froelich explains the steps he’s taking to improve the situation on his property, including enhancing nesting structures and controlling problem predators.

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Fine-Tuning Food Plots

After a few seasons of trial, error and observation, Federal ambassador Josh Froelich has some key takeaways to share on food plot development. Discover what he’s learned and how it could apply to where you hunt.

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Planning For New Acreage

There are few things more exciting—or daunting—than acquiring new property and managing it. Federal ambassador Josh Froelich shares a tour of his new parcel and lays out his plan for making it even better for hunting.

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3 Steps To More Turkeys

A disappointing turkey season was all it took to spur change. Federal ambassador Josh Froelich reveals the three steps he’s implementing on his farm for better hunts next spring and for years to come.

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Salvage A Failing Food Plot

There are few things more disappointing for hunters and land managers than investing time, money and effort into a food plot that ultimately fails. Federal ambassador Josh Froelich explains some easy ways to adapt and overcome when a food plot underperforms.

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