3 Reasons YOU Should Film Your Hunts THIS YEAR, My Early Days

[@ralphempson2719]

Always good hearing from you Jared!!!

[@jaredmills]

Thanks Ralph- hope all is well!

[@fergystuff]

A video on editing software for beginners would be amazing

[@jaredmills]

Good to know, I'll try and cover that at some point!

[@daltonweaver2327]

Hey Jared are you still planning on selling food plot seed?

[@jaredmills]

I am, hoping to have an update and an option to buy very soon. Thanks for the patience on that

[@kellymills6591]

Lots of emotions from your Mom watching this❤ There are no adequate words, I’m so proud❤️

[@mtreese9412]

George Brett

[@kodykile5688]

….and you’re still the goat.

[@unclemoe5733]

Jared, totally on point as usual. I'm to old to start filming now. I'm having enough trouble just getting out there and making memories. I will say i have had some great memories over the years. Not always successful ones either. But, my stories would be much more convincing with footage! Seems like I'm always the guy in camp that has the run ins with the Big Boys!😢😂 Luv your Channel bro!

[@jaredmills]

Thanks Uncle Moe, as always! It's always the guy without a camera that has the wildest stories, it never fails! Haha! Hope all is well

[@dansiemen]

Jared, I recently picked up an FX3 for self filming. I have a Sony 24-105 F4 for it currently. I bow hunt 99% of the time, and I was trying to get your opinion if I should get something like a 70-300, or if I would be good with the 24-105.

[@jaredmills]

Hey Dan. I have both, and for most of the hunting situations I prefer the reach of the 70-300. You can get by with a 24-105 but you're really going to need deer to be in bow range and even then it's also a good idea to film in 4K so you have the scaling ability. But if you have the ability, I'd look into the 70-300.

[@dansiemen]

@@jaredmills Thank you for the advice! I’ll start looking for a 70-300.

[@stevenschmidt5712]

Is there a movie maker app that you recommend, mainly for beginners? Thanks for all you do Jared!

[@DustinR97]

Do you use any Varizoom products or like products when you’re using your Sony a7s3?? Or do you just use the lens attachment and zoom in and out?

[@wasupsquare]

Thanks great video! I recently bought the Canon Vixia HF50. Im pretty good at getting video but I suck at editing! What programs would you suggest I get to edit my videos that not super complicated? Which ones do you use?

[@1Browningbps]

Appreciate sharing your experiences with us... look forward to your amazon recommendations.

[@jaredmills]

Thanks for watching and following, that next video is up now!

[@Raised-Right]

I bought a little sony handy cam and a tripod for when im in my blinds this year. Trying to get some film layed down now. Maybe buy a set up for mt deer stands by next year.

[@justinwonch5568]

Always enjoy your content! Keep it coming!!

[@jaredmills]

Appreciate you watching and following!

[@bjmgolf3651]

Jared, I could not agree more with you about filming hunts for documentation purposes. That is why I upload golf videos onto my channel. Appreciate you taking the time explaining the "why" behind your purpose of your channel. Hopefully I will be able to film some of my hunts this year. Brandon

[@mitchellgenz1373]

Great advice Jared.

[@jaredmills]

Thanks Mitchell

[@aaronmiller2624]

Planning on filming this fall any camera recommendations

[@jaredmills]

I'll have a couple in the next video!

[@southernexposureoutdoors6308]

I’ve always loved watching your videos and hunts. Seem to be a very down to earth guy and always sharing information. I’ve been filming my hunts for 4-5 years and it’s hard to do it all(carry the extra weight, time setting up, editing, etc) I had almost gave it up but watching this reminded me exactly why I got into filming. To remember those small details and share my experiences. Thanks Jared!!

[@jaredmills]

Love it! That's what it's about. No doubt it can be tough, depending on the level you do it at, but I haven't found any scenario where it hasn't been worth it yet. Thanks for watching!

[@jayarmstrong7478]

What kind of cameras do you use?

[@jaredmills]

For filming, I use a Canon video camera and a Sony mirrorless camera.

[@THullett06]

Appreciate everything you’ve done for the hunting industry. Your George Brett buck is what made me fall in love with the filming aspect with all the documentation you did on that deer. Thanks so much for your tips and continuing to provide us the audience with great film!

[@jaredmills]

Hey Troy, really appreciate that. Thanks for continuing to watch it all!

[@markmissildine8345]

Jared, Prime day TOMORROW! Where’s those camera/gear recommendations? Thanks! Loyal fan here since way back in the MW days

[@jaredmills]

It's up! Appreciate your long time support!

[@johnboehm9473]

Thanks for the information Jared. I've been trying to get into self filming My hunts as well.

[@jaredmills]

Awesome to hear, good luck!

[@jbart7510]

Wonderful Info... It would be awesome to shadow you a few days during hunting season .... Keep up the great work my guy. Looking forward to hunting season footage

[@jaredmills]

Thanks man, best of luck this year!

[@stevenreep1206]

This will be my first year to film, super excited about it. Already have some great summer footage.

[@jaredmills]

Heck yeah! Best of luck!

[@danmartin9850]

Love to see your gear list - What’s in the pack, etc!

[@jaredmills]

I'll plan on doing that!

[@quintinkale1242]

I appreciate everything your doing, you bring a calmness a respect to the wildlife and even more so a respect and appreciation to the process. The stand moving the scouting, camera set ups. When we watch you we get a start to finish. Not some ( trophy hunter ) pulls into a 3500 acrea farm hops up in a stand some ranch hand scouted and hung and shoots a 165 on a piece of ground he may never have step foot on or will again. Is it hunting yes but to me the respect for the animal the planning the hours of scouting to harvest a buck you’ve targeted multiple years is 100 times more meaningful and rewarding. It’s not just a big rack on the wall it’s so much more. You get that and you allow us to fallow your steps and the journey. I’m a huge fan and can’t wait to see what’s in the future. Thanks again for what your doing and how you represent not only yourself as a hunter and land steward but as a figure for our youth to watch fallow and look up to. Good luck in 2023.

[@jaredmills]

Thank you for the kind words, it is truly appreciated. I couldn't agree with you more in respect to the process and the journey. It's very rewarding and makes you appreciate everything about hunting so much more. Thanks for following along and reach out anytime!

[@thomassykes6985]

Are you going to do the solo thing on your own channel again this fall??

[@jaredmills]

Probably a good chance!

[@adrianstutzman]

I absolutely love filming hunts! It would take a lot for me to not film and to be able to relive it at any time is awesome.

[@jaredmills]

For sure man. You've got an eye for it! Good luck this year!

[@1996waxer]

I see you use a hoyt. Which model do you shoot to be exact?

[@jaredmills]

Right now I'm shooting the VTM 31 and hoping to use my Satori recurve more this year too.

[@JosephAho_Archery]

Number 3 is what drives me on! You couldn't pay me not to film my hunts. Plus gathering b-roll footage while the actions slow can help a long day go by faster!

[@jaredmills]

Couldn't agree more!

[@chrisjay1986]

Nothing better than looking back at the footage and taking you back to that moment! Brings back all those feelings and vivid memories! Keep killing it buddy!

[@jaredmills]

You nailed it! Thanks man!

[@topjak]

Thanks for the insight, Jared. Love the outside the box content! Keep it coming!

[@jaredmills]

Appreciate you watching!

[@PatrickMay_Outdoors]

Jared I can promise you you will always have at least 1 view on your videos. Watching you back in your Midwest whitetail days is what really got me into wanting to film my hunts. I hope you continue to put out content! Thanks for getting me started on my newest passion.

[@jaredmills]

Love to hear that, best of luck and if I can be of any help reach out anytime. Thanks for the support!

[@RushOutdoors]

Jared You are so right about everything you stated! The best is the memories on film! I have been filming for close to 30 yrs starting as a videographer for Summit treestands high places. To our own TV show, and now the social media, and podcasting stuff. Looking back it has opened my eyes to many different views of what happens in the woods when we are there. Thanks for what you do , and keep up the great work.

[@jaredmills]

That's awesome. You can certainly relate. It can be easy to get caught up in the process and work side of filming, but the perspective of looking back on the experiences is the real value. Thanks for watching and following!

[@mariosalinasoutdoors5386]

Awesome stuff Jared. I just started filming my hunts a few years back. I’m currently working lots of overtime this summer to purchase a fairly good camera and drone that I can use to film hunts and fishing trips. I also have my sUAS pilot license to capture arial footage. Looking forward to your suggestions. Thanks for making these types of videos. They are very encouraging.

[@jaredmills]

Hey Mario- that's great. Good for you for putting in the effort. I'll make sure and add a drone recommendation to the list too. Best of luck and thanks for watching.

[@bmalone0688]

This is definitely something I want to get into when the budget allows. Looking forward to the follow up video to see what is available in my price range. The clips you showed of your past hunts in this video are insane. You have had some great encounters over the years with some GIANT deer. That footage alone should convince people to film!

[@jaredmills]

For sure Ben- reach out if and when you decide to get into it if I can help, I'm pretty sure you'll love it!

[@michaelgraves6634]

Thanks Jared! I’d comment a few weeks ago on one of your videos about starting to film my hunts and getting some insight from you about how to do it. I appreciate it man and can’t wait to try it out this year. I’ll definitely send you my first kill on video.

[@jaredmills]

Awesome! Best of luck and definitely send it over!

[@ksdoubledrop]

Good stuff as always Jared! You hit some excellent points. I’d stay in a tree if I realized I forgot my grunt call or antlers, but without a camera or the wrong tree mount, I’ll head back to the truck. It’s a challenge that cannot be described, but all of the points you listed are exactly why it’s so special. Thanks for putting this together. Great job!

[@jaredmills]

Couldn't agree more! I'd rather forget my bow than the camera! Thanks for watching!

[@Leehealy-wheninthewoods]

Good stuff! I’ve enjoyed watching your self-filmed stuff this year! I started filing my own hunts last season, and can’t wait for this October! It has been a steep learning curve for sure, but the memories I can go relive are priceless!

[@jaredmills]

You nailed it! Reliving it is the best part. Best of luck as you continue to get into it!

[@Leehealy-wheninthewoods]

@@jaredmills thank you!

[@bigern7526]

I’ve filmed a few of my hunts and had fair success with it, but made the decision that I’m never going to pass up the best shot opportunities just because I couldn’t get it on camera, so I lost interest in it…..I love what you are doing, keep up the great work and good luck in 2023!

[@jaredmills]

Hey Big Ern, I hear you. It's not for everyone, for sure, but one thing I should've said is that not everyone has to film at a level where getting the shot perfectly on camera is a priority. Keep it wide or don't worry about capturing the shot at all, just having the camera in the woods with you is enough to capture some pretty cool stuff. Thanks for watching and following!

[@realrussclarke]

I’ve filmed others, this year I bought a house in Iowa, can’t wait to drag the cameras in the woods to self hunt. It will be public land I think I will learn a lot doing it. Thanks Jared always love what you do for us and teach us.

[@James.712]

I think most average bow hunters that have an itch to try filming could swing $500 to get started. Video idea?

[@jaredmills]

I would agree with that. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@cowman540]

Thanks Jared.ive always wanted to film my hunts but now I'm getting to old to film my hunts.at67yrs old I don't move or get around as I use to. Last yr my son filmed my veterans hunt an that was so cool spotted the buck coming in at two hundred yards and he filmed him all the way to the box blind he drop the camera when I shot the buck an picked it back up only to see him dead at twenty yards in front of the blind .he said it scared him when I shot

[@jaredmills]

Very cool that he was able to film it. It rarely goes as planned, and doesn't have to be perfect, but at least you have some footage to look back on. Thanks for watching!

[@wordstoreformyourself998]

Good sir keep being raw!!! More hunters learn from this than something that is refined for a TV show!!

[@jaredmills]

Will do man, thanks for watching and following!

[@jacobneill5711]

I’ve killed a few does on film going to really try this year to kill a mature buck on film. Watching you threw the years really inspired me to push harder to follow my dream of filming hunts thanks Jared

[@jaredmills]

Awesome to hear man, best of luck and if I can help reach out!

[@tommyperkinshuntingfishing8424]

Your videos always give me the fever. Its way too early in the yr to feel like I am feeling lol

[@jaredmills]

Haha! It'll be here soon man!

[@cousineddie1627]

100% agree! It will be such a joy later in life to look back on those fun times!

[@jaredmills]

Yes sir!

[@shadowdawg04]

Capturing the buck fight while out hunting will always be one of my favorites... appreciate you!

[@jaredmills]

That was a great one! Thanks for watching!

[@KillingStuffWithJosephJackson]

Awesome video and so spot on! It’s about the experience, memories, reliving the hunts, and reminiscing on hunts past! I can tell you have a heart and passion for this for the reasons you stated that I feel a lot of people have lost or forgotten somewhere along the way! Sometimes it’s the intangibles! Sometimes it’s hard to explain and put into words that heart behind it, but you did a great job explaining that. Sometimes I get emotional just reliving my hunts and just being grateful for all the memories and experiences.

[@jaredmills]

Spot on! It sounds like you have an appreciation for it too. Thanks for watching and best of luck this year!