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

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#351 - Choosing The Perfect Camo For Your Surroundings: Is Camo Actually Better Than Solids and How Deer See Our Camo with Camo Matrix Apr 29, 2025

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Creating a tool that displays over 180 camo patterns against diverse backdrops
Is camo really nessessary for hunting
How deer see our camo
Matching camo patterns to your surroundings
The differences between deer vision and human eyesight
What colors can deer see
The impact of UV brighteners on camo
How turkeys perceive UV light
Camo vs Solids
The evolution of camo patterns over time
Deer Vision and the camo matrix

And so much more!

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#350 - Q&A with Skip Sligh: The BEST Fruit Trees For Your Farm, Holding Mature Bucks on 50 Acres, and Switch Grass Screens vs Edge Feather Hinge Cutting Apr 22, 2025

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Welcome to the WHTL Podcast, presented by Moultrie. Your source for Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests. You asked and we listened, we are officially back! On this week's episode, we are doing things a little differently. We recently sat down with Skip Sligh for a live Q&A on the Whitetail Master Academy. This is part 2 of the full live event with part 1 airing yesterday over on the Land Podcast. We discuss:

When should you stop doing TSI
How many mature bucks can you hold on 50 acres
Switch grass screens on food plots
Edge feathering with hinge cutting
Apple vs Pear vs Persimmon
The right way to fence soybeans
Strategically placing water holes
Managing diverse habitats

And so much more!

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#349 - Mastering Deer Habitat: Lessons Learned from 25 Years of Habitat Consulting with Jake Ehlinger of Habitat Solutions 360 Apr 15, 2025

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Leasons learned from 25 years of habitat consulting
Strategic trail camera locations
Using topography to your advantage
High-pressure hunting insights
Hand drawn habitat layouts
Whitetail response to innovative habitat changes
Maximize habitat with precise planting
Perfect hunting stands by using wind
Terrace fields increase food sources
Strategic screening
The subtle art of hunting stand placement

And so much more!

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#348 - Scout NOW To Kill A Mature Buck This Fall! E-Scouting and Hanging Cameras in Turkey Season with Tyler and KC from The Element Apr 08, 2025

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How tactics change from region to region
Scouting is year-round
You can never e-scout too much
The best feature on OnX
The challenges of hunting out of state
Choosing the right equipement for a DIY trip
Solar-powered vs. battery-powered device
Solar panels vs external power sources
Racoon-proofing trail cameras
Adapting to the situation at hand

And so much more!

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#347 - 7 Year Quest For His Dad's 200" NET Typical Kansas State Record Rack with Matt Daniels Apr 01, 2025

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Welcome to the WHTL Podcast, presented by Moultrie. Your source for Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests. You asked and we listened, we are officially back! On this week's episode, we sit down with Kansas native Matt Daniels to talk about the hunt for his dads NET 200" Typical that is the potential Kansas State Record Typical that he shot in 1995. We discuss:

Beginnings of a legendary buck
An antler collector's treasure hunt
Rollercoaster of reclaiming history
200-inch Kansas typical deer saga
Dad's 200" buck sold, then lost
Matt's 7-year quest for the rack
Antler collectors' secret world
Bass Pro owns dad's legendary buck
Replica of an iconic rack
Antler replication rights questioned
Bass Pro Shops' possession confirmed
Antlers by Klaus crafts replica
Emotional unveiling to Matt's father

And so much more!

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#346 - Welcome to the WHTL Podcast! A Revival is Here! Mar 25, 2025

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Welcome to the WHTL Podcast, presented by Moultrie. Your source for Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests. You asked and we listened, we are officially back! On this week's episode, host Jake Hofer sits down with Chad Sylvester and Cam Derr to talk lessons learned, where we are heading, and a deep dive into Hawke Optics. We discuss:

WHTL Podcast is back in action!
No more products, only top content
Hard lessons learned
Chad's gratitude for the community support
Picking out the best binoculars for you
Range-finding binocular perks
The biggest misconception about optics
Whitetail Cribs reboot confirmed
Cameron's Biggest buck to date
Relaunch sparked by loyal fans

And so much more!

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#363 - Exodus Is Over - The Raw Truth Of Why We're Closing Our Doors Dec 04, 2024

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#362 - The Best Hunting Of the Year is Here & How To Make The Most of It! Nov 05, 2024

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#361- Your Guide To Hunting Pressure Whitetails Now and Through November - Jason Michael Oct 29, 2024

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Join us as Jason Michael shares seasoned hunting wisdom. This episode dives into deer behavior during cold fronts, rut hunting tactics, and the best days for buck movement. Perfect for both the novice and the experienced hunter, Jason's insights will guide you through the thrills of November hunting!

• Seasoned tips on November hunting

• How weather affects deer movement

• The magic of hunting during full moons

• Midday hunting can bring surprises

• Why mock scrapes can be game changers

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#360 - Trust Your Gut: Unveiling Secrets of Hunting Highly Pressured Whitetails Oct 22, 2024

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Dive into a wilderness adventure with veteran hunter Nathan Killen! Discover hunting tales from the mountainside, where intuition, experience, and a love for the chase outweigh the trophy. Nathan unravels the art of pursuing elusive mountain bucks and the thrill of the 'great spot' over merely a good one. It's not just about the kill—it's the undying spirit of the hunt.

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