ORIGINAL: Talondale

A couple of ideas:

Show some kind of map or representation of the area your hunting (a generic computer 3D model would be nice) Show where on the map you think they're bedding (and why, at that point you could show some video clips of the actual area to give a better idea), where they are traveling to and their travel route and where you'll be setting up stands. Also the prevaling winds.

Don't be afraid to have a show without a kill. If you get close but don't have a shot or have a miss, that's ok, we can all relate.A non-killis only bad for avideo if all your video is is kill scenes. If you are personable, likeable, informative, instructive, engaging, and entertaining, not having a kill won't be a detraction. It may even build a reporte as the audience is waiting, anticipating if you will connect this episode. (predictability can be boring) If the viewer doesn't know if you will win this time they may be more curious to watch. Talk about why it didn't work. Be honest. Don't take the "wind shifted" cop-out if it's because you moved too much, or you were sky-lined, or you bumped your stand, or picked the wrong spot. Show the viewers how to learn from mistakes.

Be VERY careful of who and what you let sponsor you. Don't be a shill. It undermines your credibility. Don't say that your kill wouldn't have been possible without your xxxxx product. I would prefer you don't mention your product at all, unless it's absolutely natural to do so, and have a list of sponsors at the end. Be willing to loose sponsorship opportunities in order to stick to that formula. In the long run you'll feel better about yourself.

On DVD's in the bonus area have a closeup still shot of each deer with their score sheet super-imposed so those who are curious can look at the numbers, even of the small bucks. You can call it "By the Numbers". Give live weight so those meat only hunters can enjoy too.

Don't be afraid to shoot some does and be happy about it.