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

Dive into the world of whitetail hunting as Josh Teulker  discusses the ins and outs of hunting across different states, trail cams, and hunting ethics. With insights on balancing technology with traditional woodsmanship, this episode is charged with debates, tips, and tales for every hunting enthusiast. Tune in for an invigorating blend of advice, camaraderie, and a peek at hunting culture's futu...

In this episdoe we sit down with Aaron Hepler at the Great American Outdoor Show. Aaron has been writing for the Exodus site for years now and has a lot of experience with public land big woods. Listen along as he shares some things he would have done different and some things he'd do the same.  CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcamera https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://bit.ly/TheDeerGea...

In this epssode we get the full story of the Jason Thomas buck! Jason tagged a buck of a lifetime on October 28th from the ground! Hear the full story along with:  What Happens After You Shoot a 200" Typical The Controversies of the Score  What He's Learned  From Jason: "On top of being the biggest buck I've ever killed, the typical 12-point could be a new Ohio record. It has a 22 ½-inch inside sp...

This week we're sitting down with Thomas Mlsna to discuss: What we should all consider after the season What crop produces the most B&C whitetail bucks?  Fertizler for healthier bucks  "It's easy to look at someone else's success with skepticism and assume that you know why or how that individual succeeded, especially in today's world where everyone with a smartphone is an "expert". It's also easy...

John is a self-taught hunter and considers that one of the main reasons he does things outside the norm. He attributes his success on the very fact that he wasn't mentored by relatives or friends on old school hunting methods. He learned through trial and error, and due to his serious nature, desire to succeed, and attention to detail, through the years, he's developed tactics and strategies that...

On today's episode of The Exodus Podcast, we are back in the studio introducing the brand new Exodus Rival A5. We discuss: Improved image quality Improved battery life Industry-leading 5-year warranty OnX app integration updates Upcoming Exodus mobile app tease New data plans coming And so much more! Click Here To Get You Rival A5 Today: https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/collections/cameras/products/e...

Our best selling cellular trail camera just got better! Introducing: The Rival A5. If you're familiar with the Exodus Rival cellular trail camera, then you know it delivered high end performance on a budget friendly price tag. The New Exodus Rival A5 Redefines what a budget cell camera is capable of. Here's a Sneak Peak - Improved Image Quality - Improved Battery Life - Direct integration with the...

In this week's episode the Exodus team recounts some of the highligts of 2023. We're discussing:  Favorite Gear of 2023 Favorite Content of 2023  New Gear from Exodus in 2024 Exodus team is hiring! The future of Whitetail Hunting   CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcamera https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast

On today's episode of The Exodus Podcast, we are back in the studio recapping everyone's seasons with part 2. Today we sit down with our own Jase Otto and Justin Yuran to recap their seasons. We discuss: Chasing a World Class Typical Nailing down what bed gets used when Moving on from hunting a world-class typical First time Hunting Kansas Out-of-state success Balancing family time and hunting tim...

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 t...

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 Identifyi...

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 th...

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

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://linkt...

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

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...

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...

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 s...

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 Utiliz...

On today's episode of The Exodus Podcast, we are back in Iowa talking with repeat guest Steve Hanson. Steve has been hunting giant whitetails on his Iowa farm for years and has learned what to do and not to do when it comes to hunting the month of November. We discuss: Spending time in the summer to set up for success in the fall is crucial Shoot your bow every day during the hunting season Practi...

On today's episode of The Exodus Podcast, we are back in the studio doing an internal epsiode. We get into chad's 21 day elk hunt, what we've learned from running 100's of trail cameras over the years and capitalizing on the last few days of October. We discuss: Chads 21-day Elk Hunting trip A rollercoaster of emotions and physical exhaustion A Mountain Lion Encounter Tag reallocation and hunting...

On today's episode of The Exodus Podcast, we are in the studio 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: Why October is a prime time to hunt deer Understanding a deer's mindset and behavior Weather factors and their imp...

On today's episode of The Exodus Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with repeat guest and owner of Whitetail Land Management Brett Smith. Brett lives and brethes whitetails 24/7/365 and has made a career out of helping other hunters suceed in the deer woods. We discuss: Balancing hunting frequency and strategic planning Continuous improvement and learning from each season Adjusting goals a...

In this week's show, we have a great episode with Jared Larsen as we talk about some skills and things to remember in this hunting season, no matter where you are hunting in the country. He shares some great mapping advice on finding bucks in any location. We also have great news about your Exodus trail cameras in collaboration with the OnX Hunt app. The idea is to help hunters analyse the deer on...

In this episode, Shane Parket talks about the importance of understanding thermals, how deer use thermals, and how you can use it to your advanatge. Shane also talks about what his strategy is for hunting the first cold front of October and what he's learned from running 300 trail cameras in the big woods.    CONNECT: https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcamera https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://bit...