Jake Hofer

The WHTL Podcast - Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests

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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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Jake Hofer

Episodes

#183 - Designing Deer Parcels for Deer Not People (The Key Difference) With the Habitat Podcast 15.06.2021 45:24

In this episode, we have Jared and Brian from the Habitat Podcast. They make the trip to stop in at the office and talk all about Habitat Management. We cover: - Their style of land management - Soil strategy for food plots - Timber management: How much is too much, what is enough? - Farm breakdown - What they've learned on their land journey Instagram Facebook Website info@exodusoutdoorgear....

#182 - What Is A Hard Earned Buck? - Byron Horton 08.06.2021 1:21:03

In this episode, we sit down with Byron Horton in the Exodus studio. We cover a wide range of topics from off-season topics, late October deer hunts, and the Mount Rushmore of the best deer hunters. Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website info@exodusoutdoorgear.com

#181 - Why Running Trail Cameras in June Aren't a Waste of Time 02.06.2021 45:50

June is a month where we can finally start getting excited about whitetails again. Spring Turkey season is a wrap, summer food plots are coming to a close, and #velvetfest is just around the corner. If you think running trail cameras in June is a waste of time, think again, and stay tuned. Feel free to connect with us: Instagram Facebook Website info@exodusoutdoorgear.com

#180 - Cody D'Acquisto: If You Know Where a Buck Is Bedded and Feeding, That Deer Should be Dead & KS Draw Results are IN 26.05.2021 1:20:21

We're going deep into the Exodus archive to share this interview with Cody D'Acquisto. Cody and the D'Acquisto family are deer hunting machines that consistently tag big bucks every deer season. Cody's dad, Andrae D'Acquisto, founded Lone Wolf in the 1980's and was a pioneer for aggressive bowhunting strategies. Listen as he discusses the art of hunting specific bucks in midwestern states like Ill...

#179 -Q/A: How Many Trail Cameras Are TOO MAny? 18.05.2021 1:07:51

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#178 - John Eberhart - Hunting Public Land Pressured Bucks, Tree Saddle, and Scent Control 11.05.2021 1:27:41

In this episode, we talk about Exodus, an upcoming turkey hunt, and reviving an old, but gold podcast with John Eberhart. 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 Locati...

#177 - How Much Does the Average Hunter Spend a Year? - The Budget Hunter 04.05.2021 47:18

In this episode, we hop on a call with TJ Doherty. TJ resides in IL and runs an account Intstagarm named The Budget Hunter. When most people are trying to share less with what's going on near them on public land, TJ is sharing his struggles and success year-round. In this episode, we talk about what he has going on for this upcoming year and how to save a few dollars! Connect with Exodus: Fac...

#176 - The $100M Dollar Outdoor Conglomerate Taking Over the Industry (Probably) 27.04.2021 42:13

In this episode, we broke down the most recent acquisition in the outdoor industry. GSM Outdoors purchased Plano Synergy's Hunting and Archery Brands. We discuss if this is good or bad for the industry and what direction things seem to be headed. Connect with Exodus: Facebook Website LinkTree

#175 - We're Introducing a Brand New Hunter (Never Shot a Shotgun) 20.04.2021 1:02:27

On this week of Trail Cam Radio, Chad and Cameron are recapping this past weekend after a day of shooting and preparing a hunter for their first turkey hunt. his is a prelude of what's to come and a conversation to peek into a new hunters complete journey to getting to the field. Hopefully this conversation will inspire you to get out and try to introduce someone new to hunting and grow the spor...

#174 - We Recorded a Whitetail Cribs with Roger Raglin, Here's What We Learned 13.04.2021 1:07:55

In this episode we cover a recent road trip for whitetail cribs. Here's the outline: - Oklahoma Trip - Roger Raglin - Turkey Hunting in Oklahoma - KS Trip - Best Content as of Lately Connect with Exodus: Facebook Website LinkTree

#173 - Picking The Best 60 Acre Farm With Jeff Sturigs (Big Terrain or a Blank Canvas) 06.04.2021 41:27

In this episode, we talk with Jeff Strugis about two farms sized approximately 65 acres. We dive into the neighbors, the location, the price, the ability to make changes, crop income vs. just hunting, and much more. Connect with Exodus: Facebook Website LinkTree

#172 - Learning From Your Past Seasons to Find Success in the Future 30.03.2021 1:45:15

In this episode, we're sharing an interview from Truth From the Stand when he sits down with Chad. They discuss the following: 2020 mistakes Getting better Gear tweaks 2021 plans and states And much more Connect with Exodus: Facebook Website LinkTree

#171 - What To Know Before Buying Hunting Land: With Jeff Sturgis 23.03.2021 58:26

In this land buying guide, we cover some of the following: Does a parcel need water? Timber Value Edge Open Food Sources Good and bad neighbors Habitat Diversity Topography to cheat the wind Access CRP Income? And Much More Connect with Exodus: Facebook Website LinkTree

#170 - The History of MeatEater and The Chernin Group From Another Industry Company 16.03.2021 46:51

In this episode we're breaking down the history of MeatEater. Their $50M dollar investment from The Chernin Group. We also give a quick recap from our most recent Iowa trip. Connect with Exodus: Facebook Website LinkTree

#169 - Barstool Outdoors: A Brand Revival? 09.03.2021 37:20

Barstool sports has revitalize an area of their business that will see new attention and growth last week when they hired Sydnie Wells. The Slockmasters daughter - Tim Wells. Connect with Exodus: Facebook Website LinkTree

#168 - From Apple Commercials to Hunting Whitetails Meet Jason Koger 02.03.2021 1:29:46

In this episode of Trail Cam Radio, we're visiting with Jason Koger of Owensboro, KY. Jason is the world's only man with two bionic hands! Both of his hands were amputated at the age of 29 after a four wheeler accident. He's since been featured in an Apple Super Bowl commercial and much more. Connect with Exodus: Facebook Website LinkTree

#167 - How To Make The Most of Your Iowa Non-Resident Tag 23.02.2021 53:53

In this episode we sit down with Reese Johnson and recap his lessons learned when hunting Iowa last season. Reese has found success in the whitetail woods in various states over the years. Listen in as we discuss: - Point Strategies - Hunting Iowa Public Land - What He Would Have Done Different Connect with Exodus: Facebook Website LinkTree Connect with Reese: IG - @ReeseJohnson7

#166 - Advice For Buying Your First Piece of Ground With Pat Porter 15.02.2021 50:19

In this episode, we hop on a call with Pat Porter. Pat has been in the real estate business for a long time and shares some insight from his experience from over the years. Join along as we cover: - How Much Land Can You Really Afford - Due Diligence Checklist - Time in the market vs. timing the market Connect with Exodus: Facebook Website LinkTree Connect with Pat: Main Company Site - http:/...

#165 - Q/A: Best Scrape Locations in the Big Woods/Favorite Gear 09.02.2021 1:24:18

In this episode we cover a wide range of topics from listeners. Some of the topics include: - Rodeo Stories Out West - Scrape Locations - Favorite Gear - Dynamic Video Settings For Cameras - Public Land Trail Camera Strategies Connect with Exodus: Facebook Website LinkTree

#164 - Q/A Small Parcel Tactics, Hill Country Wind Tactics and MORE 02.02.2021 54:16

In this episode, we're answering questions that were sent to our Instagram! These cover a wide range of topics and conversations including small parcels, arrow builds for deer hunters, the perfect wind speed, and much more! Connect with Exodus: Facebook Website LinkTree

#163 - Static vs. Dynamic Trail Camera Strategies 26.01.2021 48:14

Over the last 4 years of running 75+ trail cameras company-wide, we've realized not all camera setups are the same. However, all trail camera setups can be broken down into 2 very simple, basic categories. Understanding those categories will not only allow you to be efficient with your cameras but it will also save you time and money. In our quest to help educate all trail camera users we would lo...

#162 - Moving From Pennsylvania to Iowa to Hunt Giant Public Land Bucks 19.01.2021 1:10:11

In this week's episode, we hop on a call with Brook Martin. Brook moved to Iowa in 2018 to chase his dreams of hunting whitetails. Over the last few seasons he's found incredible success chasing public land whitetails. Listen in as we discuss: - How He Found a Job - Scouts For Public Land Bucks - Work Ethic = Big Bucks - Trail Cam Strategies Connect with Brook: FB - Brook Martin IG - Brook428 Co...

#161 - The Biggest Winners & Losers of 2020: A Complete Recap 14.01.2021 1:12:32

In this annual recap we break down: - Company growth - Hunting Recap - Scrape Week - Success Found - Biggest Winner of 2020 - Biggest Loser of 2020 - Best Piece of Hunting Content from 2020 - 2021 Goals

#160 - The Perfect Late Season Storm For Mature Bucks W/ Heath Cisco 12.01.2021 46:46

This week on the podcast we have Heath Cisco on the line talking all things late-season hunting, what's the perfect winter storm for killing mature bucks? Hunting the late season in the big woods, blinds vs staying mobile, and a recap of the giant typical he shot in IL last November. If you enjoy the episode, be sure to share it with someone else that may like it or is in need to tag a late-season...

#159 - What You Learn From Running 200+ Trail Cameras on Public Land For Elk 05.01.2021 59:11

In this episode, Jake talks with Ryan Carter about the potential ban of trail cameras in Arizona. What he has learned from running trail cameras on public land to find big elk. The back story of Jimmy John's giant AZ elk. Petition for the disbanding of the outlaw of trail cameras in AZ: http://bit.ly/394RTvy Ryan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan_dcoutfitters/