The WHTL Podcast - Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests
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#55 - Our 2019 Whitetail Gear Lineup
In this episode, Jake and Chad discuss all the gear they plan on running this fall in the whitetail woods. We cover: - Choice of Archery Equipment - Tree Stand Selections - Optics - How Much Does it Cost to Hunt Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website
#54 - Q/A With Jeff Sturgis (Best States to Hunt & More)
In this episode, Jake and Chad have a quick Q/A with Jeff Sturgis during their Wisconsin trip in May. Connect With Jeff: - https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_habitat_solutions/ - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm2kmwM1LIRjrnbqynMjTzQ - https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_habitat_solutions/ All Weather Whitetails - https://amzn.to/2W5cQlw Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website
#53 - Cam Derr Is in The Building
In this episode, we welcome Cameron Derr to the office and podcast. We discuss the internship hiring process, how Cam got introduced to the outdoors and his time at Exodus so far. Connect with Cam: Instagram.com/camderr_creative Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website
#52 - 4 Years of Consumer Direct - Here's What We've Learned
In this episode Jake and Chad discuss the direct to consumer business model and everything that we've learned. Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website
#51 - Using Trail Cameras To Key In and Tag Mature Bucks
In this episode, Jake interviews Garrett Boelkes of Last Breath Media and discuss various trail camera tactics for farm country. Listen in as we discuss: Trail Camera Locations Annual Deer Patterns Early Season Success Trail Camera Pet Peeves Connect with Garrett and LBTV: https://www.instagram.com/lastbreathtv/ https://www.instagram.com/garrettboelkes/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQqZrO5oeU7-l6kZ26z37wQ Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website
#50 - Nobody Knows How Tariffs Could Impact the Outdoor Industry
In this episode, Jake and Chad tackle the Trade War and what it could mean for the outdoor industry. With many outdoor industries products made in Asia, there's uncertainty to how businesses will pivot. Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website
#49 - Summer Trail Camera Strategy with Jeff Sturgis
In this episode, Jake and Chad interview Jeff Strugis and discuss summer trail camera strategies. Get ready to tackle summer scouting head on after listening to this episode. Connect With Jeff: - https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_habitat_solutions/ - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm2kmwM1LIRjrnbqynMjTzQ - https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_habitat_solutions/ All Weather Whitetails - https://amzn.to/2W5cQlw Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website
#48: Dan Infalt- How He Designed the Beast Sticks And When They'll Be Available Again
Mobile hunting has become a necessity for any hunter accessing public land, or making a strategic move on private land. As hunting pressure on public land continues to increase while access to private land decreases, today's hunter needs gear that is quiet, lightweight, and durable, giving them the mobile advantage to quickly change locations based on hunting pressure, weather conditions, land access, and game movement. That's why Dan developed the Beast Climbing Sticks. We learn all the details surrounding the creation and execution of this project. https://www.huntingbeastgear.com/product-page/beast-climbing-stick WEBSITE: - www.thehuntingbeast.comFACEBOOK: - https://www.facebook.com/HuntingBeast/YOUTUBE- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAb0... Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @Exodustrailcameras Facebook- @Exodusoutdoorgear www.exodusoutdoorgear.com [email protected]
#47 - Render Update, #VelvetFest, and No More Ants
In this episode, Jake and Chad discuss the 4 Year Anniversary of Exodus, a sneak peek of #VelvetFest, and Summer Trail Camera tips. Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @Exodustrailcameras Facebook- @Exodusoutdoorgear www.exodusoutdoorgear.com [email protected]
#46 - Dan Infalt's Full Season Approach To Big Bucks
In this episode, Jake and Chad meet up with Dan Infalt and record a couple of podcasts in Wisconsin. We mainly discuss early and late season tactics on how to tag a target buck. Connect with Dan: Dan is the founder of The Hunting Beast and has been teaching the craft of hunting mature bucks on public lands. Known for his aggressive hunting tactics and pushing the envelope while hunting bedding areas, he has a wealth of information and is always willing to share his big buck tactics. Get a glimpse of his extreme whitetail tactics. Connect with Dan and the Hunting Beast Community: WEBSITE: - www.thehuntingbeast.comFACEBOOK: - https://www.facebook.com/HuntingBeast/YOUTUBE- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAb0...
#45 - The Whitetail Weather Formula That Works
In this episode, Jake and Chad head to Wisconsin to talk with Jeff Sturgis about his whitetail weather formula. Connect With Jeff: - https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_habitat_solutions/ - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm2kmwM1LIRjrnbqynMjTzQ - https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_habitat_solutions/ All Weather Whitetails - https://amzn.to/2W5cQlw Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website
#44 - Want to Get in the Industry? Listen Up
In this episode, we discuss how to work with a company in the outdoor industry, what we look for in potential partners, and how to possibly make a career in the outdoor world. Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @Exodustrailcameras Facebook- @Exodusoutdoorgear www.exodusoutdoorgear.com [email protected]
#43 - The Trail Camera Calendar Everyone Can Use
In this episode, Jake and Chad discuss an annual trail camera calendar. We discuss various strategies and thoughts on what you should be doing with your trail camera 365 days a year. Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @Exodustrailcameras Facebook- @Exodusoutdoorgear www.exodusoutdoorgear.com [email protected]
#42- New Exodus Gear and Turkey Hunting
In this episode Jake and Chad answer various questions that were sent in, along with various product updates. - Turkey Season - New Solar Panels - Exodus Render Update - How Many Cameras Should You Use - AZ Legislation - The Future of Trail Cameras Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @Exodustrailcameras Facebook- @Exodusoutdoorgear www.exodusoutdoorgear.com [email protected]
#41 - Running Trail Cameras For Bull Elk in Arizona
In this episode, Jake and Chad interview Craig Steele of Exclusive Pursuit Outfitters. Listen in as we discuss using trail cameras in Arizona. Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @Exodustrailcameras Facebook- @Exodusoutdoorgear www.exodusoutdoorgear.com [email protected]
#40 - Getting Permission to New Ground With Jesse Tumpak
In this episode, Jake and Chad interview Jesse Tumpak. Jessie is exceptional at gaining hunting permission on private ground. Listen in as we get into the details of: How Jesse prospects properties, his approach, maintaining permission, and much more. Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @Exodustrailcameras Facebook- @Exodusoutdoorgear www.exodusoutdoorgear.com [email protected]
Ep 39#39 - (Part 3) Various Business Models For Trail Cameras And What They Mean To You
In this episode, Jake and Chad discuss the various business models of the trail camera world. Listen in as we get into the details of: The Retail Business Model, Direct To Consumer, Amazon MArketing Place and what they mean to you as a consumer. Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @Exodustrailcameras Facebook- @Exodusoutdoorgear www.exodusoutdoorgear.com [email protected]
Ep 38#38 - The Landscape of the Trail Camera Business (Part 2)
In this episode, we talk about the landscape of the trail camera business. From private label products, white label products, company structures, and the advantages and disadvantages of all of it. Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @Exodustrailcameras Facebook- @Exodusoutdoorgear www.exodusoutdoorgear.com [email protected]
#37 - Everything But Trail Cameras with Become 1
In this episode, we interview Tom Petry, Nick Kravitz, and Jorden Susewitz of Become1 and Film the Hunt. They have a film school and a show on the Sportsmen's Channel. Listen in as we catch up and talk about their past season and what they have going on for 2019.
Ep 36#36 - The Truth About Trail Camera Marketing
In this episode, Jake and Chad discuss the business of trail cameras and the truth about industry jargon. Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @Exodustrailcameras Facebook- @Exodusoutdoorgear www.exodusoutdoorgear.com [email protected]
Ep 35#35 - How To Properly Store Trail Cameras
In this episode, we discuss how to properly store your trail cameras for the 'off-season.' We cover the full process and procedure to ensure your cameras will be up and running for next season. Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @Exodustrailcameras Facebook- @Exodusoutdoorgear www.exodusoutdoorgear.com [email protected]
Ep 34#34 - Matt Pudenz: How To Use A Rubbing Post For Awesome Buck Videos
In this episode, we interview our good friend Matt Pudenz. Matt is a trail camera enthusiasts that uses his cameras to take stellar photos and videos. Listen in as we discuss, using trail cameras in the offseason, how to set up a rubbing post, hunting small parcels in Iowa. Connect With Matt: IG: @TrailCamTrophies_ Website: https://trailcamtrophies.com/ FB:@TrailCamTrophies IG:@adventuressmagazine Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @Exodustrailcameras Facebook- @Exodusoutdoorgear www.exodusoutdoorgear.com [email protected]
Ep 33#33 - Jason Michael: Couch Surfing for Public Land Bucks
In this episode, Jake and Chad interview Jason Michael. Jason has been couch surfing for public land bucks the past twenty years. Listen in as we discuss: Jason's World Turkey Slam Hunting Bucks on Public Land Jason's Typical Whitetail Season Using OnX to find hunting properties Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @Exodustrailcameras Facebook- @Exodusoutdoorgear www.exodusoutdoorgear.com [email protected]
Ep 32#32 - Dan Johnson: Recovering A Wounded Buck
In this episode, Jake and Chad interview Dan Johnson of the 9Finger Chronicles. We discuss, his last season, trail camera data, recovering his biggest buck to date, and much more. Connect with Dan: Sportsmen's Nation Dan's Instagram Sportsmen's Nation YouTube Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @Exodustrailcameras Facebook- @Exodusoutdoorgear www.exodusoutdoorgear.com [email protected]
Ep 31#31 - John Mulligan: Early Season Trail Camera Tactics
In this episode, we interview, John Mulligan. John is a whitetail deer hunter who spends his Novembers in Iowa and runs many trail cameras. Listen in as we discuss: - Using Scents - Early Season Trail Camera Strategies - Side Bar Convos Connect with John: IG: @johnny.utah.hunt Web: arrowwildco.com Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @Exodustrailcameras Facebook- @Exodusoutdoorgear www.exodusoutdoorgear.com [email protected]
Ep 30#30 - Don Higgins: Using Trail Cameras To Kill Specific Mature Bucks
In this episode, Jake and Chad interview Don Higgins of Real Wold Wildlife Products. We discuss- how to use trail cameras to kill specific bucks, fully utilizing your trail camera arsenal, and much more. Connect With Don: Real World Wildlife Product Facebook/HigginsOutdoors Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @Exodustrailcameras Facebook- @Exodusoutdoorgear www.exodusoutdoorgear.com [email protected]
Ep 29#29 - Maven Optics: How The DTC Model is Changing The Game
In this episode, Jake and Chad interview two of the co-founders of Maven Optics, Mike and Cade. We had a chance to sit down with Maven Optics at the Great American Outdoor Show and talk about their optics and business model. Maven is a fellow direct-to-consumer company in the industry and we discuss the benefits of the business model for consumers and the businesses themselves. They Discuss: How Maven Originated The Benefits of Being Consumer Direct Product Development How to Select The Right Optic For You Connect with Maven: https://mavenbuilt.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mavenbuilt/ https://www.facebook.com/mavenbuilt/
Ep 28#28 - Cody D'acquisto's Full Season Approach
In this episode, Jake and Chad interview Cody D'acquisto and discuss his full-season approach. We discuss: - Cody's Whitetail Success Over the Past 12 Years - Early Season Strategy - Cody's Trail Cam Strategy - Locating Target Bucks Connect with Cody D'Acquisto and XOP: Cody's Instagram XOP Gear's Website LWCG's Website Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website
Ep 27#27 - Hunting Big Bucks on East Coast Public Lands Greg Litzinger
In this episode, Jake and Chad interview New Jersey bowhunter, Greg Litzinger. Greg is an avid public land archer who chases whitetails all-around difficult hunting environments. We discuss: - How He Uses Trail Cameras - Hunting Pressure in New Jersey - Age Structure - Reading Deer Rubs For Specific Bucks - Hunting With a Purpose - The Hard Knocks of Learning to Hunt Next Level Bucks Connect with Greg: IG - @bowhunting_fiend YouTube - Bowhunting Fiend Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @ExodustrailcamerasFacebook- @Exodusoutdoorgearwww.exodusoutdoorgear.cominfo@exodusoutdoorgear.com
Ep 26#26 - The Hunting Public: Deer Tour Recap
In this episode, Jake and Chad interview some of the crew with The Hunting Public. We discuss: - 2018 Deer Tour - Hunting Public Ground - What's in store for 2019 Connect with THP: Instagram- @TheHuntingPublic Facebook- @TheHuntingPublic Youtube- The Hunting Public Exodus Outdoor Gear: Instagram- @ExodustrailcamerasFacebook- @Exodusoutdoorgearwww.exodusoutdoorgear.cominfo@exodusoutdoorgear.com
Ep 25#25 - Everything You Need to Know About the Exodus Render
In this episode, Jake and Chad discuss everything about our new Verizon 4GLTE camera, The Render. Leave a written review for a chance to win one of the first Exodus Renders! Web Application for the Render: https://scoutek.com/ Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @ExodustrailcamerasFacebook- @Exodusoutdoorgearwww.exodusoutdoorgear.cominfo@exodusoutdoorgear.com
Ep 24#24 - Running Trail Cameras in Vast Michigan Terrain With Kevin and Jordan of 'The Forest'
In this episode, Jake and Chad interview Kevin Vistisen and Jordan Jorden Susewitz about their new film The Forest. Video Version- http://bit.ly/2SdqGjX We discuss: - How The Film Originated - Their 2018 Season - What they learned from running cameras on a 100,000-acre piece of public ground - Homemade Grunt Call - Make Hunting Fun Again Connect with Kevin: The Deer Hunter Podcast IG- @Deerhunter_podcast Connect with Jordan: Suseworks Media IG-@Susewitz Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @ExodustrailcamerasFacebook- @Exodusoutdoorgearwww.exodusoutdoorgear.cominfo@exodusoutdoorgear.com
Ep 22#23 - John Eberhart - Hunting Public Land Pressured Bucks, Tree Saddle, and Scent Control
We're diving into the Exodus archive once again for an interview we did with John Eberhart at his home in 2017. Video Version of Interview: http://bit.ly/2AO8zqM We talk about: - Pressured Mature Buck Patterns - Keying In Early Season Food Source that Transition to Rut Locations - Scouting Terrain for Mature Bucks - Using Saddles For Deer Hunting - Key Scent Control Tactics - Strategically Hunting Scrapes - Pre-Prepping Trees For Saddle Hunting - His Thoughts on Using Ozone For Scent Elimination - Hunting Bucks During the Rut and Pre-Rut - Bedding Areas and Safety Zones John's Most Recent Publications: Bowhunting Pressured Whitetails: https://amzn.to/2R66NGV Precision Bowhunting: A Year-Round Approach To Taking Mature Whitetails: https://amzn.to/2U8CQYI Bowhunting Whitetails The Eberhart Way: https://amzn.to/2B2eZTr Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @ExodustrailcamerasFacebook- @Exodusoutdoorgearwww.exodusoutdoorgear.cominfo@exodusoutdoorgear.com
Ep 22#22 - Josh Profitt - Using Trail Cameras To Fill Public Land Buck Tags
In this episode, Jake and Chad interview Josh Profitt. They discuss: - A Season Recap For Josh - Various Trail Cam Placement Strategies on Public Land - Scrapes and Public Land Bucks - Wild Public Land Stories Connect with Josh: Instagram- @bg_bowhunter Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @ExodustrailcamerasFacebook- @Exodusoutdoorgearwww.exodusoutdoorgear.cominfo@exodusoutdoorgear.com
Ep 21#21 - The Element Crew Running Texas Trail Cams
In this episode, Jake and Chad interview the guys from the Element Podcast. They talk: - Texas Trail Cameras - How They Started The Element - Chasing Bucks in the Great Plains of Kansas - Hunting Highly Pressured Whitetails on Texas Public Ground Connect with the Element: - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz6TOVPZ0qFu13ldyjca3GQ - https://www.instagram.com/theelementpodcast/ Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website
Ep 20#20 - Jeff Sturgis At ATA
In this episode, Jake and Chad interview Jeff Strugis of Whitetail Habitat Solutions at 2019 ATA. - Quick Introduction - Deer Hunting Tips - Small Parcel Trail Cameras Connect With Jeff: - https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_habitat_solutions/ - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm2kmwM1LIRjrnbqynMjTzQ - https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_habitat_solutions/ Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website In this episode, Jake and Chad interview Jeff Strugis of Whitetail Habitat Solutions at 2019 ATA. - Quick Introduction - Deer Hunting Tips - Small Parcel Trail Cameras Connect With Jeff: - https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_habitat_solutions/ - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm2kmwM1LIRjrnbqynMjTzQ - https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_habitat_solutions/ Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website
Ep 19#19- Lifes A Passion Pursue It
In this episode, Jake and Chad discuss the roots behind Exodus and what's in store for 2019. - Life's A Passion Pursue It - 2019 Goals Business and Personal - Whitetail Goals for 2019 - Deer Talk
Ep 18#18 - Trail Camera Troubleshooting.
In this episode, Jake and Chad discuss trail camera troubleshooting. - Corrupt SD Cards - No Night Images - Pink Hue on Images - Potential Causes of Camera Not Triggering - More Trail Camera Troubleshooting Tips
Ep 17#17 - A Glance at 2018
2018 has cruised by and Jake and Chad discuss all things trail cameras and whitetails from this past calendar year. - The Launch of the Trek - The Year of the Beast - A Recap of #VelvetFest - For Life Campaign -YETI/NRA - Big Bucks Across the Nation - KUIU - Finishing the Render - Looking Foward to 2019
Ep 16#16 - How To Improve Your Trail Cam Images
In this episode, Jake and Chad discuss how to improve your trail camera photos. Understanding Basic photography controlling the light aperture shutter speed gain/iso Manual Control Auto - exposure tables written to provide best image quality under an environment that the camera is reading. Trail Cameras light metering system fixed aperture lens exposure tables Using the correct settings MP Flash Intensity Frame Rate Using the Environment Let the light reflect off corn, brush etc. Face the camera N or S Using landscape to take a nice picture
Ep 15#15 - Cold Weather & Trail Cameras
In this episode, Jake and Chad discuss running trail cameras in cold weather for whitetails. Here's a quick outline of the discussion: Lithium Batteries Shifting Cameras Fresh Sign With Snow Food Sources Low-Impact Areas Find the Survivors Locate The Late Does in Heat - (For this season and annual data) Moving in for the Kill Daylight Movement Cold Fronts
Ep 14#14 - Dave & Dean Giarrizzo of Tag N Brag
In this episode, Jake interviews David and Dean Giarrizzo of Team Tag N Brag. We discuss: - Whitetail History - Hunting Multiple States - Tagging Mature Bucks Year After Year Connect with Tag N Brag: Tag N Brags Instagram Youtube Facebook Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website
Ep 13#13 - Q/A - When is the Cell Cam Coming & More
In this episode, Jake and Chad answer questions from - When is your next camera going to be released?- How is the cell camera coming along? - Who makes the best trail cams? - Post Rut Tactics - How has your season gone?- What's been the most rewarding and challenging part of running Exodus? Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website
Ep 12#12 - Season Update - Big Buck Down & Capitalizing on Late November
In this episode, Jake and Chad discuss: Chad's Update: - Local Public/Private- Trip With Clint - Shawnee Buck Dead Jake's Update:- Learning New Ground - Using Annual Data- Connecting With a Buck Chad and Jake's plans for the rest of the season. Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website
Ep 11#11 - Dan Coffman Record Book Bucks and Trail Cameras
In this episode, Jake and Chad interview Dan Coffman and discuss the Coffman Buck, trail cameras, and hunting strategies. Connect with Dan: Dan's Instagram Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website [email protected]
Ep 10#10 - Trail Camera Rut Strategies
In this episode, Jake and Chad discuss trail camera rut strategies and how to maximize trail cameras in the exciting months of October and November. Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website
Ep 9#9 - Season Goals
In this episode, Jake and Chad discuss their season's goals, expectations and running trail cameras effectively. Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website
Ep 8#8- Josh Profitt Using Trail Cameras Effectively on Public Ground
In this episode, Jake and Chad interview Josh Profitt. Josh is a public land hunter and trail cam junkie who chases mature whitetails across large tracts of land. Connect with Josh: Instagram- @bg_bowhunter Feel free to connect with us: Instagram- @Exodustrailcameras Facebook- @Exodusoutdoorgear www.exodusoutdoorgear.com [email protected]
Ep 7#7 - Dan Infalt Hunting Public Land, Buck Bedding, And Mature Bucks
Diving into the Exodus archive from last summer, we share an interview with Dan Infalt. Dan is the founder of The Hunting Beast and has been teaching the craft of hunting mature bucks on public lands. Known for his aggressive hunting tactics and pushing the envelope while hunting bedding areas, he has a wealth of information and is always willing to share his big buck tactics. Get a glimpse of his extreme whitetail tactics. Connect with Dan and the Hunting Beast Community: WEBSITE: - www.thehuntingbeast.comFACEBOOK: - https://www.facebook.com/HuntingBeast/YOUTUBE- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAb0... Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website
Ep 6#6 - Dan Bayus's Tricks of the Trade
In this episode, Jake and Chad interview Dan Bayus about all things trail cameras. Giveaway Sign Up- https://bit.ly/2QVh75P Connect with Dan: Dan's Instagram Hang on Helper Tinemen Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website [email protected]