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

Jake Hofer
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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.

  1. 4D AGO

    #398 - The Truth About Eating a Tag: Why an "Unsuccessful" Season Makes Better Hunters with Clint Campbell

    Welcome to the WHTL Podcast, presented by Moultrie. Your source for Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests. In this episode, we're back in the studio with Clong time friend of the podcast Clint Campbell! We Discuss: Filling a tag early can limit how much you actually learn in a season Eating a tag often leads to more time, reps, and real woodsmanship Shrinking public access concentrates pressure and changes deer behavior If deer disappear when you hunt, your wind or access is likely the issue Overhunting "safe" spots kills long-term opportunity Chasing one mature buck demands realistic expectations Conditions matter more than calendar dates Midweek hunts can outperform weekends on pressured ground Lack of offseason prep compounds problems in-season Nobody is keeping score except you And So Much More!   Want to become a better whitetail hunter? Click the link below and sign up for the Whitetail Master Academy today! https://bit.ly/WhitetailMasterAcademy   Follow along on social! IG - @WHTLDEER TikTok - @WHTLDEER YouTube - @WHTLDEER   Thanks again for all of the support from our partners—none of this would've been possible without them! -Moultrie: https://bit.ly/moultrie_ -Hawke Optics | Use Code WHTL for 15% off: https://bit.ly/hawkeoptics_ -OnX: https://bit.ly/onX_Hunt -Painted Arrow: ⁠⁠bit.ly/PaintedArrow

    1h 5m

  2. JAN 6

    #397 - The BIGGEST Problems in Deer Hunting That No One Wants to Talk About with Mike Rex

    Welcome to the WHTL Podcast, presented by Moultrie. Your source for Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests. In this episode, we're back in the studio with Chairman of the Ohio Wildlife Council Mike Rex! We Discuss: Ohio has lost ~100,000 deer hunters since 2012 Fewer hunters means less political influence EHD wiped out up to 90% of deer in some areas Disease outbreaks take 3–5 years to recover from Access to land is a bigger issue than regulations Trophy focus has reduced doe harvest Crossbows drove a major shift toward archery Wildlife management always has unintended effects Social media magnifies frustration, not accuracy Hunter unity matters more than rule changes And So Much More!   Want to become a better whitetail hunter? Click the link below and sign up for the Whitetail Master Academy today! https://bit.ly/WhitetailMasterAcademy   Follow along on social! IG - @WHTLDEER TikTok - @WHTLDEER YouTube - @WHTLDEER   Thanks again for all of the support from our partners—none of this would've been possible without them! -Moultrie: https://bit.ly/moultrie_ -Hawke Optics | Use Code WHTL for 15% off: https://bit.ly/hawkeoptics_ -OnX: https://bit.ly/onX_Hunt -Painted Arrow: ⁠⁠bit.ly/PaintedArrow

    1h 3m

  3. 12/30/2025

    #396 - The BEST Of The WHTL Podcast 2025: A Year In Review

    Welcome to the WHTL Podcast, presented by Moultrie. Your source for Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests. In this episode, we're back in the studio with our best of 2025! We Discuss: Deer hunting success is often timing—not proof a tactic works Refusing to adapt is one of the biggest reasons hunters fail Too much information creates confusion without woodsman judgment Gun seasons during the rut destroy age structure One-buck limits improve quality through hunter psychology Unlimited nonresident tags reduce resident access and doe control Fewer hunters can kill more deer with less pressure Public land can produce giants with the right management Mature bucks are far more fragile than most hunters realize Access, pressure, and age structure matter more than genetics And So Much More!   Want to become a better whitetail hunter? Click the link below and sign up for the Whitetail Master Academy today! https://bit.ly/WhitetailMasterAcademy   Follow along on social! IG - @WHTLDEER TikTok - @WHTLDEER YouTube - @WHTLDEER   Thanks again for all of the support from our partners—none of this would've been possible without them! -Moultrie: https://bit.ly/moultrie_ -Hawke Optics | Use Code WHTL for 15% off: https://bit.ly/hawkeoptics_ -OnX: https://bit.ly/onX_Hunt -Painted Arrow: ⁠⁠bit.ly/PaintedArrow

    1h 18m

  4. 12/23/2025

    #395 - 2025 Recap: Why "There Will Always Be Deer" Is a Dangerous Mindset with Cameron Derr

    Welcome to the WHTL Podcast, presented by Moultrie. Your source for Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests. In this episode, we're back in the studio with Cameron Derr. We Discuss: The podcast had one of its strongest years of content and conversations Fresh voices brought new energy to familiar whitetail topics EHD exposed how quickly whitetail herds can decline Harvest data often tells a different story than social media Hunters have different goals, shaping regulation debates Whitetail history includes unanswered questions and altered legends Industry headlines often lack context and nuance Early antler shedding may signal herd stress Hunting realistic target bucks leads to better odds Intentional hunting matters more than ever going forward And So Much More!   Want to become a better whitetail hunter? Click the link below and sign up for the Whitetail Master Academy today! https://bit.ly/WhitetailMasterAcademy   Follow along on social! IG - @WHTLDEER TikTok - @WHTLDEER YouTube - @WHTLDEER   Thanks again for all of the support from our partners—none of this would've been possible without them! -Moultrie: https://bit.ly/moultrie_ -Hawke Optics | Use Code WHTL for 15% off: https://bit.ly/hawkeoptics_ -OnX: https://bit.ly/onX_Hunt -Painted Arrow: ⁠⁠bit.ly/PaintedArrow

    1h 13m

  5. 12/16/2025

    #394 - Why Late Season Is the Most UNDERRATED Time to Kill a Mature Buck with Kyle Heuerman of Team Radical

    Welcome to the WHTL Podcast, presented by Moultrie. Your source for Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests. In this episode, we're back in the studio with Kyle Heuerman of Team Radical. We Discuss: Late season rewards planning, discipline, and patience Snow on the ground changes everything — especially food selection Beans outperform corn in snow; corn offers more season-long versatility Mobile blinds can be a massive advantage when knocking down corn Exit strategy matters just as much as entry Water holes are an underutilized, high-impact tool Mental burnout causes more late-season mistakes than lack of skill You can still kill late-season deer without food plots if you adapt And So Much More!   Want to become a better whitetail hunter? Click the link below and sign up for the Whitetail Master Academy today! https://bit.ly/WhitetailMasterAcademy   Follow along on social! IG - @WHTLDEER TikTok - @WHTLDEER YouTube - @WHTLDEER   Thanks again for all of the support from our partners—none of this would've been possible without them! -Moultrie: https://bit.ly/moultrie_ -Hawke Optics | Use Code WHTL for 15% off: https://bit.ly/hawkeoptics_ -OnX: https://bit.ly/onX_Hunt -Painted Arrow: ⁠⁠bit.ly/PaintedArrow

    58 min

  6. 12/09/2025

    #393 - A Masterclass In Everything Late Season Whitetail with Don Higgins

    Welcome to the WHTL Podcast, presented by Moultrie. Your source for Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests. In this episode, we're back in the studio with Don Higgins. We Discuss: Late-season success depends on weather stacking and food sources Deer movement increases with cold fronts and stable winds EHD recovery requires patience and reduced harvest pressure Strong neighbor relations help protect herd and property Soybeans and corn remain top late-season food drivers Self-regulation is key; don't rely on state rules alone Habitat design should concentrate deer movement, not spread it Tree planting needs prep: kill roots, add nutrients, protect trees Bucks will travel far; understanding home range guides strategy Long-term herd health requires disciplined, intentional management And So Much More!   Want to become a better whitetail hunter? Click the link below and sign up for the Whitetail Master Academy today! https://bit.ly/WhitetailMasterAcademy   Follow along on social! IG - @WHTLDEER TikTok - @WHTLDEER YouTube - @WHTLDEER   Thanks again for all of the support from our partners—none of this would've been possible without them! -Moultrie: https://bit.ly/moultrie_ -Hawke Optics | Use Code WHTL for 15% off: https://bit.ly/hawkeoptics_ -OnX: https://bit.ly/onX_Hunt -Painted Arrow: ⁠⁠bit.ly/PaintedArrow

    1h 5m

  7. 12/02/2025

    #392 - What A Thermal Drone Can Tell Us About Why Mature Whitetail Patterns Shifted So Quickly This Year with Jack Huston

    Welcome to the WHTL Podcast, presented by Moultrie. Your source for Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests. In this episode, we're back in the studio with Chris Creed. We Discuss: Deer movement is shifting earlier than expected this season Road-time scouting is revealing fast-changing patterns Jack observed odd, unexpected behavior on recent surveys Regional activity varies more this year than usual Habitat changes are influencing deer movement Daylight activity windows may be expanding Field observations beat digital scouting right now Travel gave Jack consistent cross-region intel Weather shifts are impacting behavior Hunters must adapt plans based on real-time signs And So Much More! If you're serious about whitetail hunting tactics, understanding mature buck behavior, and staying ahead of the curve, you don't want to miss this episode.    Follow along on social! IG - @WHTLDEER TikTok - @WHTLDEER YouTube - @WHTLDEER   Thanks again for all of the support from our partners—none of this would've been possible without them! -Moultrie: https://bit.ly/moultrie_ -Hawke Optics | Use Code WHTL for 15% off: https://bit.ly/hawkeoptics_ -OnX: https://bit.ly/onX_Hunt -Painted Arrow: ⁠⁠bit.ly/PaintedArrow

    39 min

  8. 11/25/2025

    #391 - Why Thanksgiving Could Be The BEST Time Of Year To Tag A Mature Buck! with Steve Pinkston

    Welcome to the WHTL Podcast, presented by Moultrie. Your source for Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests. In this episode, we're back in the studio with Chris Creed. We Discuss: Chasing next-level deer requires patience and long-term focus Big bucks demand commitment beyond casual hunting Success comes from learning each deer as an individual Mature bucks force hunters to elevate their approach Pressure and timing determine nearly every outcome Hunting goals shift as experience and age increase The pursuit teaches discipline and self-improvement Progress comes from analyzing every mistake Big buck hunting becomes a lifestyle, not a hobby The journey matters more than the antlers themselves And So Much More! If you're serious about whitetail hunting tactics, understanding mature buck behavior, and staying ahead of the curve, you don't want to miss this episode.    Follow along on social! IG - @WHTLDEER TikTok - @WHTLDEER YouTube - @WHTLDEER   Thanks again for all of the support from our partners—none of this would've been possible without them! -Moultrie: https://bit.ly/moultrie_ -Hawke Optics | Use Code WHTL for 15% off: https://bit.ly/hawkeoptics_ -OnX: https://bit.ly/onX_Hunt -Painted Arrow: ⁠⁠bit.ly/PaintedArrow

    56 min
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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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  • Creator
    Jake Hofer
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    410
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Jake Hofer

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