

The WHTL Podcast - Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests
Jake Hofer
Welcome to Trail Cam Radio, as we dive into all things trail cameras, deer hunting, whitetails, wildlife research, outdoors, camera traps, and expert guest advice. Speaking from our own experience of running a trail camera company over the years, we hope to share as much valuable information through this deer hunting podcast.
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Dec 26, 2023 • 48min
#323 - Late Season Success! Office Deer Hunting Season Recap with Our Own Cameron Derr
On today's episode of The Exodus Podcast, we are back in the studio recapping everyone's seasons starting with our very own Cameron Derr. Cameron has been putting in the work across multiple states this year and was finally able to catch up to one of his target bucks here in Ohio. We discuss: Adapting hunting techniques across multiple states North Dakota early-season hunting Beating the heat in the early season Kansas hunting struggles Don't leave deer to find deer Late-season hunting in Ohio Strategy and persistence pay off Cameron's late-season Ohio buck Big buck encounters in each state Fletching fuss and arrow advice Hunt strategy shifts and lessons Late-season tactics Anticipating the next hunt And so much more! Click Here To Build Your Set Of Exodus NIS Arrows: https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/collections/custom-arrows/products/the-nis Click Here To Check out the Exodus Vault to find significant savings on hunting gear you need: https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/pages/exodus-outlet CONNECT: -https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcamera -https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast -https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast

Dec 19, 2023 • 26min
#322 - Jake Bush - How To Hunt Late Season Public Land Big Woods Bucks
In this episode of The Exodus Podcast we are chatting with Jake Bush as he unpacks his cross-country move for whitetail hunting. From the mental grind to stealthy approaches in Ohio's late season, get ready for an infusion of late-season strategies and heartfelt hunting passion. This episode is a must-listen for hunters seeking that elusive, cold-weather buck! Mastering late-season hunts Identifying food sources and patterns Staying mentally sharp for the game Adapting hunting tactics with seasons And much much more! CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcameras https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast

Dec 12, 2023 • 1h 29min
#321 - Kentucky May Ban Cell Cameras on Public - Here's What To Consider With Reese Johnson and Jake Bush
There's recent news Kentucky is considering the ban of cell! We dive into a quick recap from the comissioners meeting and get the opinon on two hunters that use cell cameras in mulitple states. We cover: Reese Johnson's opinon on the possible leglislation Some of the challenges of governing this new ruling The impact of deer heard Jake Bush's take on the possble ban What this could mean for the state of KY And the slippery slope this could create for hunting legislation CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcameras https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast

Dec 5, 2023 • 36min
#320 - Do THIS If You Want to Find Success Late Season: Heath Cisco, Tony Peterson, & John Eberhart
In this episode, we're going into the Exodus Archive to serve up some great late season tactics to find success. We mashup key takeaways from Heath Cisco, Tony Peterso, and John Eberhart. Tune in and stack your late season odds now! CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcameras https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast

Nov 28, 2023 • 1h 17min
#319 - Kansas Public Land Booner! Clint Campbell's 3 Year Quest & Key Lessons Learned
In this episode, Clint Campbell joins the Exodus Podcast to share the story of his best buck. Clint has been hunting Kansas for the last three years and considered key lessons to get in bow range of a giant public buck. The importance of getting a visual Bucks may be more predictable during the rut than we think. The magic of November 6th & 7th Hunting From The Ground CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcameras https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast

Nov 21, 2023 • 55min
#318 - Iowa and Illinois Buck Down! November Recap - Black Friday Savings are Here!
In this episode, Jake and Chad discuss: Importance of Historical Imagery Hunting November October Bucks Transition to November Making The Most of The Rut Illinois Buck Recap Iowa Buck Recap And Much More CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcameras https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast

Nov 14, 2023 • 60min
#317 - Still Holding a Tag? Here's What To Do To This Week Kill A Mature Buck with Olympic Archer Rod White
On today's episode of The Exodus Podcast, we are back in the studio with Rod White. Rod is a former Olympic Archery Medalist turned whitetail Fanatic who loves hunting the middle of november. We discuss: What to do for post-rut whitetail success An Olympic archer's hunting strategies Making mid-November hunts count The importance of in-season scouting Midday is prime time for activity this time of year Don’t get hung up on antler inches Calling during the rut Don't wait to rattle Don't be afraid to relocate if you arent seeing anything Public Land manners And so much more! Click Here To Build Your Set Of Exodus NIS Arrows: https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/collections/custom-arrows/products/the-nis Click Here To Check out the Exodus Vault to find significant savings on hunting gear you need: https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/pages/exodus-outlet CONNECT: -https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcamera -https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast -https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast

Nov 7, 2023 • 48min
#316 - Maximizing Success During the November Rut with Rendell Erik
On today's episode of The Exodus Podcast, we are back in the studio with Rendell Erik. Rendell is an Iowa native who has spent his whole life chasing giant whitetails. We discuss: Don't be afraid to hunt random spots that may seem unconventional Avoid historical hunting and don't be afraid to try new terrains and abandon previous targets Mature bucks prefer security cover and avoid open areas They strategically use thermal advantage and wind direction to stay undetected Overthinking can hinder progress and prevent you from reaching your goals. Target overlooked areas such as CRP fields, ponds, and riverbanks where mature bucks can guard does Don't be afraid to abandon target deer and adapt your hunting tactics Utilize travel routes with cover and set up in areas that provide security for the buck The low spots in fields or CRP attract bucks due to the concentration of thermals Learn from others but don't blindly follow the crowd Access is everything, dont be afriad to try unorthodox methods like kayaking or climbing high walls And so much more! Click Here To Build Your Set Of Exodus NIS Arrows: https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/collections/custom-arrows/products/the-nis Click Here To Check out the Exodus Vault to find significant savings on hunting gear you need: https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/pages/exodus-outlet CONNECT: -https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcamera -https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast -https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast

Nov 4, 2023 • 1h 6min
#315 - BONUS RUT EPISODE! How To Hunt Each Phase Of The Rut! Learning From ALL Of Our Previous Podcast Guests!
On today's episode of The Exodus Podcast, we are back in the studio doing an internal epsiode. It's November and all we can think about is deer, so we decided to talk about deer. We are breaking down each part of novemeber and how you need to hunt it. We discuss: Knowing when scrapes are no longer important Focusing on rattling can lead to increased success Trim out shooting lanes and prioritize shot opportunities during the rut when bucks are moving fast Hunting during the early days of this period offers higher chances of success in harvesting bigger bucks Finding a hot doe Pinch points and funnels are ideal hunting spots during this time Thanksgiving week can provide some excellent opportunites at mature bucks Knowing when scrapes can come back into play in November Successfully hunting the lockdown Using trail cameras to know when he is looking for the next hot doe Don't be afraid to move spots When you should start sitting all day Travel funnels and big terrain funnels are effective locations to hunt during this time Bucks often shift their range during the fall, returning to where they summered when searching for hot does Use trail cameras as a valuable asset, but don't solely rely on them Post-rut hunting can be successful if you find areas with less gun pressure And so much more! Click Here To Build Your Set Of Exodus NIS Arrows: https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/collections/custom-arrows/products/the-nis Click Here To Check out the Exodus Vault to find significant savings on hunting gear you need: https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/pages/exodus-outlet CONNECT: -https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcamera -https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast -https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast

Nov 1, 2023 • 44min
#314 - Do This For Your Best November Ever: Mastering The Mental Aspect of The Rut with Bobby Kendall
On today's episode of The Exodus Podcast, we are back with part 2 of our conversation talking with Bobby Kendall. Bobby is the owner of The Whitetail Group and has made a career of developing farms to turn them into Giant Whitetail Heaven, all while putting 15 deer over 160" on the wall himself. We discuss: Understanding deer mindset and hunting strategies based on specific dates and phases Utilizing a deer's nose as an advantage in November hunting The importance of timing during the pre-lockdown and post-lockdown Hunting big deer from November 5th to November 12th, between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., can lead to magical moments and higher chances of success Having the right mindset can make all the difference in the hunt. The most susceptible time to kill mature deer is in November Balancing patience and persistence is crucial when not seeing any deer during a hunt Choosing hunting spots downwind of doe bedding areas or pinch points between bedding areas Having a systematic approach, a plan, and sticking to their hunting philosophies are essential The peak of deer activity and breeding typically occurs around November 14th Having a systematic approach and executing a plan is crucial for hunting success When a big deer calls a place home, it's difficult to make them leave. And so much more! Click Here To Build Your Set Of Exodus NIS Arrows: https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/collections/custom-arrows/products/the-nis Click Here To Check out the Exodus Vault to find significant savings on hunting gear you need: https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/pages/exodus-outlet CONNECT: -https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcamera -https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast -https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast