Yamaha Whitetail Diaries

First Time Deer Hunters

Montana

Crossbows

A Season Long Search in Texas

A Special Handgun and a Drop Tine

Buck Fever and Bluffs

A Ten Point

Late Winter Hunting

Opening Weekend - Part 1

Opening Weekend - Part 2

Rainy Day Hunting

Falling in Love with Handguns for Whitetails and Follow Your Compass

Can You Believe What Just Walked In?

The Sheep Bluff Has Whitetail All Over It

Yamaha's Whitetail Diaries

Yamaha's Whitetail Diaries

A Texas Double It Doesn't Get Much Better

Let's Deer Hunt

Lucky Or Good? You Be The Judge

Whitetails

Kentucky

What Opening Day Means to You

Cabela's Archery Week

Preparation for the Hunt

Hunting & Optics

Handgun Hunting For Whitetail Deer

Bowhunting Innovation

Hunting Whitetails Near Bedding Areas

Yamaha Takes Over Deer Camp

Crazy Things That Happen In Deer Hunting

Close Encounters with Crossbows and Handguns

Passing on Hunting Traditions to the Kids

Sometimes Passing a Deer Pays Off, Other Times it Haunts You

Archery In South Texas

Hunting Whitetails in Velvet - Part 1

Hunting Whitetails in Velvet - Part 2

Opening Day in Texas

Hunting Out of Pop Ups

Hunting Ponds in the Early Season

Hunting near water can really pay off and in this case we're sharing information about those tactics, insight on one of the most legandary cartridges ever created in hunting, and taking a look at a rifle that performs great out of the box without bre

Hunting the Creek

Tree stands are a proven place to hunt whether built from wood, metal or something else. In this hunt, Wade Middleton is hunting near a creek where he and his cameraman have to make change after change to get a stand perfect. What happens after that is a story you've got to see to believe.

In the Fields of Wyoming

Wade Middleton emerces himself in the landscapes of Wyoming as he is hunting for Whitetail Deer. With a harsh cold front on its way, the race is on to harvest a Wyoming Buck before the conditions become too bad to be able to hunt.

Hunting with the Garmin Xero

In the recent years, Garmin has made some giant strides in the hunting industry, from the Garmin Xero Bow Sight to the Garmin inReach Handheld. We'll join Rehan Nana from Garmin as he goes on an exciting bowhunt and showcases their great outdoor products.

Scent Control in Deer Hunting

Doug Roberts from Conquest Scents joins us at deer camp with some new products to introduce and show us how he uses them in a crossbow hunt. We then join Clark Wendlandt as he hunts with his new Bass Pro Shops Blackout Compound Bow equipped with the Garmin Xero Bow Sight.

Starting Handgun Hunting

It's time to break out the handguns in this episode. We'll see and learn more about hunting with handguns, share tips, look at a variety of handguns and products to help you learn from both our sucesses and failures when it comes to handgun hunting.

Kansas Muzzleloading

It's off to Kansas for a muzzleloader hunt for Wade Middleton, as he heads out with his TC Impact Muzzleloader in hand.

Challenges of Hunting the Rut

Many hunters enjoy hunting Whitetail during the rut because of the challenges. One of those hunters is our very own Steve Nessl from Yamaha. We'll follow Steve through the ups, the downs and the lessons learned from hunting mature whitetails during the rut.

The Pursuit of Whitetail With Handguns and Crossbows

Wade takes out the Thompson/Center Encore on a cold weather hunt. Well also be in the field with TenPoint crossbows as we look at several ways weve used them in the past and show off some of the newest models on the market for hunters to choose from today.

Scent Control in Deer Hunting

Doug Roberts from Conquest Scents joins us at deer camp with some new products to introduce and show us how he uses them in a crossbow hunt.

Kentucky Archery

It's off to Kentucky for opening week of archery season, as we take on the challenge of looking for whitetail bucks in velvet once again.

The Next Generation of Hunters

Sharing our passion of the outdoors and hunting Whitetail with the next generation, is our favorite memory each season. In this episode, Steve Nessl of Yamaha passes his love for deer hunting onto his sons.

Starting Handgun Hunting

It's time to break out the handguns in this episode. We'll see and learn more about hunting with handguns, share tips, look at a variety of handguns and products to help you learn from both our successes and failures when it comes to handgun hunting.

Kentucky Archery for Whitetail Buck in Velvet

Wade Middleton returns to Kentucky and Salt River Outfitters for what has become a quest to target a buck in velvet. We look back at close encounters from past hunts, passing on bucks while waiting for the right buck, humorous hunts where nothing went right, and then the encounter that Wade has been anxiously awaiting.

Hunting with Handguns for Whitetail Deer

The Performance Center .460XVR handgun is widely known as one of the most powerful and best hunting handguns in the world. On this hunt, we join Wade Middleton as he has set up near a mix of cover in a pop-up blind during the early season when the bucks are still in bachelor groups.

Hunting Rifles Dont Have To Be Expensive

Bolt-Action rifles have been around for decades and have harvested game animals worldwide. In this episode, we take a look at bolt-action rifles and why they dont have to break the bank to help you find success in the field.

Bow Hunting - What You See Isnt Always What You Think Happened

In this episode, we learn how our team feels about bow hunting and how many hunts are not what you think they are when it comes to harvesting deer. Well get tips, tactics, how-to's, and valuable insight on what the team has learned over the years when it comes to bow hunting.

Whitetail Hunting Is An Obsession

Many deer hunters are so consumed with deer hunting that they work at it all year long. Our Whitetail Diaries' team is no different as we chronicle the building of a new hunting stand from the summer into the fall and winter and how rewarding that whole process can be.

Big Brow Tines and First Deer

In this episode, we join TJ Dillasaw on his first whitetail deer hunt in Texas and then we join Casey Cordeiro as they travel to the Whitetail Diaries' deer camp for our annual event where media members and others gather to share their passion for hunting.

Crossbows for Texas Whitetails

The Whitetail Diaries team continues their annual Yamaha media camp in Texas. We join writer David Draper and TenPoint Crossbows' Brian Flaherty, both who have traveled to Texas to hunt with TenPoint Crossbows during the pre-rut.

Hunting Ponds and Rattling

In this episode Wade hunts a pond in the Texas Hill Country with his Thompson/Center Compass. Then we flash forward towards the end of the season where Wade picks up his rattling antlers and goes rattling with Tony Miele of the Performance Center.

How Side x Side Units Have Made Hunting Better

In this episode, we discuss the wide array of benefits that Yamaha's Side-By-Side can provide to the everyday hunter. From being able to tackle terrain that other vehicles can't to sneaking in and out of hunting areas quietly while hauling all your gear, friends, and hopefully a big buck in the back!

Kentucky Adventures - Part 1

Wade and Steve are back In Kentucky to continue their velvet whitetail hunting adventures. Well follow Steve as he begins a new velvet whitetail chapter and debuts a brand new Yamaha Side-By-Side!

Kentucky Adventures - Part 2

We join Wade in Kentucky as he continues his pursuit of a Kentucky velvet whitetail at Salt River Outfitters. Hell be hunting with the new Blackout Epic compound bow and Garmin Xero Bow Sight to hopefully close out this Yamaha Whitetail Diaries entry.

Crossbow Hunting with the NEW Garmin Xero X1i

Crossbow hunting has been rocked with the release of Garmin's Xero X1i Crossbow Scope. Paired with the TenPoint VAPOR RS470 Crossbow. Wade heads out into the Texas Hill Country to field test this incredibly powerful and accurate combination.

Wonky Bucks and the 6.5 Creedmoor

When you pair the 6.5 Creedmoor with the right load and the right situation, its a deadly combination. Wade shares his thoughts on the 6.5 Creedmoor has he hunts a whitetail with some unique characteristics.

Hunting the Creek

Wade returns to a creek in Central Texas where he's hunted many times and this spot has been very good to him. But this time he's doing something he's never done before in this spot and we'll see if it pays off.

Yamaha Racers Go Hunting

The 2021 Yamaha Writer's Event brought some of their top racers to camp to put down their racing gear and pick up their archery equipment. Walker Fowler ventures out with a TenPoint Crossbow while Chad Wienen goes out on his first archery hunt ever!

Hunting with the Yamaha RMAX

Yamaha's, Scott Newby, takes us on an adventure showcasing the new Yamaha RMAX Side-By-Side while go after a great Texas whitetail.

Whitetail Diaries Entries from the Past

In this episode, we dive deep into the pages of the Yamaha Whitetail Diaries to bring you some of out favorite hunts from throughout the years of us chasing whitetail deer!

Deer Camp - Part 1

Bowhunting be it with a Vertical Bow or Crossbow is always an exciting hunt! In this episode, we join Brian Flathery has he hunts a 10 point with the new TenPoint HAVOC RS440 XERO Crossbow. We'll then join Will Brantley as he pursues a buck in the Yamaha Wolverine X4

Deer Camp - Part 2

Steve Nessl and Wade both venture out on their own in search of big deer and filling the freezer! Steve is no stranger to hunting during the rut and it pays off in a big way. Wade has a new handgun from Smith & Wesson that he has dialed in and is looking to put some meat on the table.

Deer Camp - Part 3

Deer Camp is more than just a place to hunt whitetail. There's maintaining the land, cooking up new wild game recipes, sending rounds down range, fine tuning your bow and more!

Whitetail Hunting with Kids

Our most memorable hunts each and every year are the ones involving our next generation of hunters. We join Isaac Lovell as he goes after his first buck with the Garmin Xero X1i Crossbow Scope and then we join Landon Nessl and his friend Walker as they set out to harvest Walker's first buck!

Bowhunting Why We Do It

Bowhunting is one of the most popular forms of hunting in the world, but why do so many enjoy hunting with a bow? We try to answer that topic in this episode.

Bow Hunting Tips For Newcomers

Bow hunting is something that many enjoy but how do you start bow hunting and what should you expect when taking up this challenging pursuit?

How Technology Has Changed Bow Hunting for the Better

We all know technology has changed so many things, but how has it affected bow hunting? Some would argue that the change has been bad while others have embraced it. How do you feel about?

Essential Tips for Bowhunters

Tip: Essential Tips for Bowhunters

Do This Before Heading to Your Treestand

Tip: Do This Before Heading to Your Treestand

Hunting Whitetail in Early October

We join Wade on a bowhunt in Central Texas at the Wendlandt Ranch in early October. Wade is using the new Garmin Xero A1i Pro Bow sight as he deals with finding the right moment to draw on a dominant 8 point. We'll discuss some gear that could help you on your next bow hunt.

Traditions Found at a Good Hunting Camp

Tradition and hunting go hand in hand and that's what we highlight in this episode. We find Wade handgun hunting in Central Texas, as he continues the tradition of hunting on opening day at the Wendlandt Ranch.

A Bow Hunting Quest

We've followed Yamaha Outdoors' Scott Newby's start in bow hunting for the past few seasons that have taken us from Texas to Kentucky. Now in November, Scott comes face to face with the opportunity to punch his tag on his first buck with a bow.

Texas Deer Camp - Part 1

Texas deer camps are legendary in their history and this camp is no different as Yamaha brings in several folks to share their passion for deer hunting. The guests include pro angler Brandon Palaniuk, Yamaha racer Walker Fowler and HAVA's Chris Fleming who will join Wade Middleton at his camp to hunt whitetail deer for a week.

Texas Deer Camp - Part 2

With Brandon tagged out, it's up to Yamaha racer, Walker Fowler, and HAVA's Chris Fleming, to seal the deal on their hunts during the Yamaha Media Hunt.

Deer Hunting with the TenPoint Nitro 505

Brian Flaherty of TenPoint Crossbows comes to camp to hunt whitetail with the fastest crossbow in the world!

What happens AFTER the shot on a Whitetail Deer

Deer are tougher at times than we give them credit for and weve learned this over the years in tracking and seeing how they survive. We take a look at deer anatomy, deer that duck and lessons learned on tracking deer.

Hunting Whitetail with a .460 Handgun

Ever have a hunt that lasts all season? Wade takes his Smith & Wesson .460 handgun out multiple times during deer season and finally finds the right moment to pull the trigger.

A Crossbow Hunt at the Deer Lease

A deer lease is a coveted piece of land that holds a special place in a hunter's heart. In this episode we'll join Wade as he discusses what the Whitetail Diaries deer lease means to him as he ventures out on a crossbow hunt.

Hunting Behind the Scenes in Kentucky

September has arrived, which means Wade and the crew are meeting with the guys from Yamaha in Kentucky, for what has become an annual trip to start deer season. In this episode , we'll be looking behind the scenes at all the preparation that goes into making this week as special as it is.

Three Bucks in One Night - Part 1

Wade, Scott, and Josh bow hunt on opening day in Kentucky. What happens has never happened in the history of our time here at Salt River Outfitters.

Three Bucks in One Night - Part 2

Wade is first one the board in Kentucky and is riding back to camp when Josh Dahlke and Scott Newby both have opportunities to punch their tags in Kentucky on a velvet whitetail!

The Legend .350 for Deer Hunting

Wade heads to Central Texas with the new Smith & Wesson Model 350 revolver during opening weekend of deer season.

In Search of Big Kansas Whitetails - Part 1

When you hear the word “Kansas” your mind immediately fills up with images of big whitetail. Wade, Steve, and Scott head to Baldwin City, Kansas and Coal Creek Outfitters in search of these Sunflower State giants.

In Search of Big Kansas Whitetails - Part 2

The Kansas quest continues as the guys change stands, have encounters, and keep their eye out for a Kansas shooter.

Passing on Bucks: Risk vs Reward - Part 1

Opening week of general deer season in Texas is always exciting and this time is no different. Yamaha Outdoors invites Yamaha Pro ATV Racer Josh Merritt and Pat Meiwes from WARN winches out to deer camp for an exciting week of hunting whitetail.

Passing on Bucks: Risk vs Reward - Part 2

After passing on a buck the first day Josh is hoping to get another chance at a shooter while Josh gets the chance to pull the trigger.

Crossbow Hunting During the Rut

The whitetail rut is always a primetime to go hunting. Wade heads out during the rut in South Texas to catch a glimpse of some rutting action and fill the freezer.

Whitetail Hunting with Shotguns

Hunting whitetail with shotguns is a underrated way to harvest whitetail. Trevor from HIVIZ comes to camp to take on that challenge.

Whitetail Rut in Texas: Feast or Famine - Part 1

Wade and Steve are going after whitetail during the peak of the rut. This episode is as unpredictable as a buck during the rut and we can't wait to bring you all the action.

Whitetail Rut in Texas: Feast or Famine - Part 2

The rutting action in South Texas really heats up as Steve of Yamaha Outdoors continues his pursuit of whitetail during the rut.

Hunting Whitetail with Air Guns

Hunting whitetail with air rifles is growing in popularity and we are here to highlight it all! Wade and Eydin Hansen grab their air bows and air rifles to showcase how fun they can be hunting whitetail.

Hunting with Dad

There is nothing more special than taking your kid out for their first hunt. Memories that will last a lifetime will be made regardless if you fill a tag or not.

Getting Lucky in Kentucky

Scott Newby kicks off deer season in Kentucky, bow hunting velvet whitetails, while hunting out of the brand new Yamaha Wolvereine X2 1000 Side-By-Side.

Whitetail Deer Hunting in Kentucky

Wade is bow hunting in Kentucky at Salt River Outfitters along with the rest of the Whitetail Diaries crew. The weather isn't cooling down any but you can't hunt whitetail from your couch.

A Bow Hunting Adventure in Texas

Danny Thompson of Garmin joins us at camp to hunt whitetail with an array of Garmin products!

Whitetail Bow Hunting Across America

In this episode, we join Kevin on his first velvet whitetail hunt in Kentucky. We then join Wade in Central Texas as he meets up with an old friend to hunt whitetails in the Texas brush country.

Kansas Bow Hunting for Whitetails

Wade, Scott and Steve have all returned to Kansas for another round of whitetail hunting. But weather is playing a key factor on whether they punch a tag or not.

Whitetail Hunting Stories

In this episode, we showcase two father and son duos has they hunt whitetail in South Texas. We also highlight the versatility of our Yamaha Side-by-Sides.

A One of a Kind Texas Whitetail

Wade has spotted a once in a lifetime buck on his trail cameras and has chosen to hunt it with the new TenPoint TRX 515 crossbow.

Deer Hunting with the .44MAG S&W Model 1854 Lever Action Rifle

The team from Smith & Wesson have come out to camp to debut and hunt Texas whitetail with the all-new Model 1854 Lever-Action Rifle.

Crossbow Hunting During the Rut

The whitetail rut is always a primetime to go hunting. Wade heads out during the rut in South Texas to catch a glimpse of some rutting action and fill the freezer.

Best of Handgun Hunting

Handgun hunting is an exciting and fun challenge to be apart of. In this episode, we take a look back at all the thrilling handgun hunts we've had hunting whitetail.

Early Season Kentucky Archery Part 1: It's a New Season

The Yamaha Whitetail Diaries team ventures to Kentucky for the 8th straight year of bow hunting - this has become tradition of hunting in Bourbon Country. This season, the weather is starting off cooler than normal and the scouting cameras are showing a lot of deer moving after dark.

Early Season Kentcuky Archery - Part 2: An Arrow Has Been Flung

The Yamaha Whitetail Diaries team is in Kentucky where they're showing off everything including cooking skills, fishing, story telling, and bow hunting. The first day of the season was decent with several encounters, but no arrows were flung. It's Day 2 now, and the team is hoping someone connects soon.