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The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP3 - SevernIntroduction to Severn state forest. A fantastic little forest based in NSW AUS punching above its weight in the game that it holds. Come and listen as we talk through our experiences hunting the patch of NSW State land. Its hot, its scrubby, its rocky its dusty, and we LOVE IT!
Contact us here
thehunterscampfire@gmail.com
Cheers, Ian & Mark
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The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP- EP99 - Rhys Bosley - Independent Candidate for Algester + sports shotgunningTonight we have a two for one deal around the campfire. We kick things off with a chat to campfire friend Rhys Bosley, the Independent Candidate for Algester.
Rhys is a strong and dedicated public land advocate and has taken the next step by throwing his hat in the ring by running as an Independent in the forthcoming Qld State Election.
After saying goodbye to Rhys, the campfire conversation turns to shotgunning and Ian’s recent, and ongoing success as a sporting shooter.
Enjoy
The Campfire Crew
2024-08-031h 33The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP98 - Blah, Blah, Blah Round 3So much to talk about! Ammo, scopes, the principles of gunpowder design, ancient shot towers, fighting the good fight against bureaucracy, skull preparation and plenty more in between.
Welcome to Blah, Blah, Blah Part 3!
2024-07-121h 44The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP97 - The Slam PodcastTonight, we experience the strategies, the tactics, the tension, the controversy, the scoring, the judging, the ecstasy of triumph, and the agony of defeat that was 2024 Weekend Grand Slam.
Well, that’s what we reckon anyway!
2024-06-281h 10The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP96 - Roy Butler MP
Tonight, the campfire crew are joined by Roy Butler MP, member for Barwon in the NSW Parliament.
With a patch covering over 44% of the State, Roy spends most of his time cross crossing the district to meet with constituents about the issues, challenges and opportunities affecting Barwon.
Around the campfire the guys cover off on a wide range of topics from politics, the supposed extinction of kangaroos, the genius of rewilding dairy cattle, hunting, shooting, rifle and gun collections.
Though for Mark there is a whole lot of reminiscing about road tripping with the family through far west New South Wal...2024-06-211h 47The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP95 - Recreational hunters as citizen scientists with Ned MakimTonight, around the campfire with speak with Ned Makim about the Australian Pig Dog Hunters Association (APDHA), The Great Australian Pig Hunt and the 10,000 Ears Project.
Both the Hunt and Ear projects are examples of real hunter advocacy in action.
They promote and position recreational hunters as citizen scientists and environmentalists. It’s all about hunters collecting data that can be used to gain a better understanding of the numbers, location and movement of wild pigs in Australia and most importantly the efforts, and effectiveness of recreational hunters as a part of the solution.
...2024-06-161h 33The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP94 - Beretta Australia Africa EditionTonight, around the campfire we speak with Clemente Scribani Rossi and Scott Allen from Beretta Australia about their recent African hunting adventures in Namibia.
With lots of information to share, including a game animal price list - if you’ve ever wondered about hunting Africa, then this is the podcast for you.
As an added bonus Clem and Scott give us a run down on some of the new products from Steiner and Burris they put to the test in the African bush.
Enjoy
2024-06-071h 35The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP93 - Hunting Stewart Island Whitetails with Rohan KellyTonight, round the campfire, Rohan Kelly gives us the low down on his recent SUCCESSFUL hunting adventure to Stewart Island in pursuit of the elusive South Pacific White Tail.
From inspiration, to making it happen, Rohan walks us through what you need to do to make the long trip to Stewart Island, and back a success.
2024-05-311h 42The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP92 - Deer GearTonight, the Campfire crew discuss what worked, what didn’t and what they want to upgrade following this year’s Fallow Deer Rut and Red Deer Roar…
2024-05-241h 19The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP91 - Hunt Camp 2024Hunt Camp, Hunt Camp, Hunt Camp - it's time to talk about Hunt Camp 2024.
2024-05-161h 11The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP90 - Nutrition and Food on the HuntTonight around the campfire Ian, Jono and Mark discuss nutrition, hydration, the challenges of eating well during long days in the field as well as some of their favourite hunt camp, and backpack feeds.
2024-05-101h 32The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP89 - The Australian Deer Grand Slam with Josh HainesTonight, around the campfire we speak with Josh Haines about his recent success in completing the Australian Deer Grand slam.
In finally taking a Hoggie, Hainesy has now successfully hunted all six Australian species of Deer including Fallow, Red, Sambar, Rusa, Chital and Hog Deer.
Enjoy
2024-05-041h 36The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP88 - Packing ’em out
It's often said the real work begins when you have game on the ground.
With Deer Camp just around the corner the crew are focused on getting ready and getting going.
After a quick report on a recent Brisbane Valley Red Deer hunt the conversation turns to pack choices and some of the new packs they’ll be testing out during the 2024 Rut, including gear from Mystery Ranch and Tatonka.
And as always there is talk about ZOLEO, this time what happens when you press the SOS button...
2024-04-121h 07The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP87 - Michael Granger - Making it happen!If you're looking for some pre-season inspiration to help you achieve your hunting goals in 2024, well pull up a chair, get comfortable and follow along as Michael Granger retells his story of a bow hunter with a dream, the dream of taking a public land Buck!
2024-04-051h 38The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP86 - Avenza SystemsIt's a 6am start for the crew as they connect with Canada to share a conversation with Chelsey Harasym from Avenza Systems.
Just like the previous Google Earth podcast, the guys quickly realise just how much free mapping and navigation power they've have been carrying around on our phones without even knowing it!
2024-03-281h 12The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP85 - The beginners guide to speaking gun!Tonight, around the campfire we are joined by Jason.
After reaching out to the Campfire crew with a lot questions about names, numbers, inches, millimetres, twist rates, ammo, gauges, bores and a whole lot more – we decided the best way to help Jason out was to invite him around for a chat. So, it you’re new to speaking gun, this one is for you!
2024-03-221h 41The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP84 - Getting Deer ReadyWith the Red and Fallow Rut, and Hunt Camp 2024 fast approaching, the Campfire Crew talk trail camera selection and set-up, individual rifle and ammo choices for the year, and all the other stuff they need to get ready for April.
Enjoy!
2024-03-151h 42The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP83 - Blah, Blah, Blah Round 2Tonight, it’s a true campfire chat with the guys chopping and changing from one topic to another, with the odd thoughtful pause thrown in for good measure.
Now, there is some gold amongst it all, so get comfortable, and get ready for Blah, Blah, Blah Round 2.
2024-03-081h 35The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP -EP82 - Gun prawn!OK here it is, some dudes talking about guns for 92 minutes.
Enjoy
2024-03-011h 32The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP81 - Big data hunting with Athena SpatialBig data hunting!
If you’re wondering what all the clicking is, that’s the sound of the Campfire crew busily exploring Google Earth Pro as Rob from Athena Spatial opens our eyes to the power of open access geospatial tools and big data.
Taking e-scouting to a whole new level - Rob wows us with what’s on offer and shows us, through adjusting just a couple of settings, State Forest maps from a whole different perspective.
Enjoy!
2024-02-221h 54The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP80 - Lawson White from Wild Game on Open FlameTonight around the campfire we talk with Lawson White from Wild Game on Open Flame and Up North Adventures.
Lawson is a true hunting all rounder: rifle and L Plate Bowman, butcher, cook, hunting and fishing outfitter and now hunting and outdoor educator through his Hunting and Butchery Beginners courses.
If that isn’t enough for you, Episode 80 features our new intro, and there is even some controversy in the new Q&A section.
Enjoy
2024-02-172h 05The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP79 - New Year, all the gear, no ideaWelcome to the Campfire crew’s first (recorded) podcast for 2024.
Tonight, around the campfire the guys discuss the new Polaris side-by-side, camper trailers, commentative action hero watches, burr proof pants, thermal optics, new ammo and a whole lot more.
Of course, they also tackle the really big question, how do we manage to tow it all?
Enjoy
2024-01-251h 24The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP -EP78 - Summer Time Huntin’
This week’s campfire opens with an in depth wrap up of the new Steiner Predator LRF 10x42 binoculars.
The conversion then moves onto Ian’s recent trip to Nundle and the challenges, and opportunities of hunting through Summer.
Enjoy
2024-01-171h 30The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP77 - Brown Alert, Brown Alert…This week the guys talk about gear, pools, brown alerts, deer, butchering in the heat, setting up trail cameras, thinking about the 2024 Rut and Roar and Ian’s upcoming trip to Nundle.
Oh yeah, and one not so great joke...
2023-12-151h 22The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP76 - Lights, Camera, ActionWith Jono missing in action, Ian and Mark discuss their camera and audio set ups.
Along the way the guys talk about the gear that works for them, the gear that hasn’t lived up to expectations and their current go to kits.
Enjoy
2023-12-071h 35The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP75 - Welcome to Blah, Blah, BlahIt’s out 75th Episode and man do we talk about a lot of stuff!
Enjoy
2023-11-2354 minThe Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP74 - Hunting and HalalTonight, we invite podcast friend Haroon from Khan Adventures and his hunting compadre Ali to the campfire to talk about Halal.
What follows is an in-depth conversation about belief, ethics, personal morality, intent, animal welfare and meant processing.
Enjoy
2023-11-161h 43The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP73 - Wear your camo! A conversation with Robert Borsak MLCThe Hon. Robert Borsak, MLC is an elected representative of the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party in the New South Wales Legislative Council.
A lifelong hunter and fisher, Robert has been taking the fight to both sides of politics since 2010. His experiences in the often-combative world of politics gives him a unique perspective on how to get things done. He also has one of the best trophy rooms collections we’ve even seen!
Enjoy.
2023-11-102h 08The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP72 - Public Land Ethics and Shot PlacementBig picture, little picture: Public land ethics and Shot placement.
Tonight, we cover all bases. From the new ethics of public and hunting, to shot placement and how best to get that animal on the ground, up on your wall, in the freezer and on the dinner plate!
2023-11-021h 39The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP71 - Having a dream, starting out, and doing it on the cheapWorried about not having the right gear?
The crew reflect on their own personal journeys as hunters and how they started out with a rifle, some ammo and not much else.
Enjoy
2023-10-261h 10The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP70 - Fraser Island Fishing CampDreaming about a Fraser Island fishing camp adventure?
In this episode the guys breakdown their most recent trip, discuss gear requirements, give some pointers for first time 4 Wheel Drivers and of course talk about fishing.
2023-10-201h 37The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP69 - Operation Venison!Finding Deer, hunting Deer, shooting, and missing Deer and even eating Deer. It all happened on Operation Venison!
2023-10-131h 32The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP68 - Cody Gearon: Posting for a laugh, choppers and the .30-06Tonight we talk to Australia’s # 1 Hunting podcast guest, sh!tposter and experienced hunter Cody Gearon.
From his home base in Bathurst, we talk with Cody about life on the land, helicopters, hunting, rifles, calibres and a whole lot of other stuff.
He also is a pretty good podcast intro and outro speaker too!
Enjoy
2023-09-221h 56The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP67 - Talking Aimpoint with Carl Gustav Schulin-HowaldtTonight, we invite Carl Gustav Schulin-Howaldt to the campfire.
Get ready for a wide ranging conversation with Aimpoint’s Regional Sale Director, Carl Gustav Schulin-Howaldt. With a region that covers most of Europe, Africa, and the Asia Pacific, Carl is a well travelled and highly experienced hunter.
Along the way the guys get to talking about the history of red dot optics, European hunting politics, and hunting across Scandinavia, Central Europe, the and ‘Stans - while Mark begins planning The Great Hunters Campfire European Hunting Vacation!
Enjoy
2023-09-081h 42The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP66 - Shoutouts, stories, sh!t posting, gaiters, phone tech, new guns, ammo and a give awayWith Jono missing in action, Mark and Hurls cover off on what’s been happening around The Hunters Campfire.
2023-09-011h 09The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP65 - Matt C and The Australian Hunting and Beyond PodcastWhat happens when you get 4 hunting podcasters together? This is what happens.
Tonight, it’s a no introductions, jump straight into it, rambling conversation across all sorts of topics, issues, and ideas.
Along the way Matt puts to the campfire crew a bunch of questions that lead everyone down a burrow full of crazy rabbit holes.
It’s different that’s for sure!
Enjoy
2023-08-112h 09The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP64 - Hunting new State ForestsTonight, the campfire crew talk about ways they go about hunting a new State Forest.
Mark, Ian and Jono cover off on their individual approaches to hunting, the gear they take, some of the challenges they’ve faced, and the best way to make your hunt an enjoyable, and productive experience.
Enjoy
2023-08-032h 02The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP63 - ZOLEO Comms, new rifles and old calibresTonight, the campfire crew take a deep dive into gear.
Starting with a chat about their newly acquired ZOLEO Satellite comms, the campfire conversation moves to exploring the different rifle set-ups Ian, Jono and Mark will be using for the rest of 2023, while Mark brings the conversation to a close with an ‘Ode to the .30-06'.
Enjoy
2023-07-271h 28The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP62 - Let’s talk about Deer!Tonight, the campfire crew share their own experiences of the 2023 Red Deer Roar and Fallow Deer Rut.
Combining hunting on both private and public land across Queensland and New South Wales, the crew give their take on the rutting season, as well as their successes, and back to the drawing board moments.
Enjoy
2023-07-201h 36The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP-EP61- A Conversation with Craig GoldingTonight, we invite Craig Golding back to the campfire.
This time around Craig Golding from Hook and Bone Outdoors shares his most recent hunting adventures in South Africa with the campfire crew.
Something he describes as the ‘best hunt ever’ Craig provides some honest and forthright advice on travelling to and from South Africa, the costs involved in a multiday hunt, taxidermy, shipping, and how, for him, using a locally based outfitting service was the smart way to go.
Enjoy
2023-07-131h 32The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP60 - A Conversation with Byron YoungTonight, we invite Byron Young to the campfire.
As Gunsmith and Workshop Supervisor for Beretta Australia, Byron enjoys a wealth of knowledge, and experience in building, modifying and improving rifles, shotgun and pistols.
He is also the Hunters Campfire crew’s gunsmith of choice, having worked with the team on a number of projects including the customised Tikka CTR and Beretta BRx-1 builds.
Enjoy
2023-06-291h 34The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP59 - A Conversation with Louis BrownTonight, we invite Louis Brown to the campfire.
Aussie Ex-pat Louis Brown is a true outdoor adventurer. After leaving Oz and living in the UK, Louis decided to try his luck in Canada and hasn’t looked back.
Through experiences including working as a guide and outfitter, and more recently as an avid hunter and mountaineer, Louis is making the most of the wild of Canada.
2023-06-231h 48The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP58 - A Conversation with Errol MasonTonight, we invite Errol Mason to the campfire.
Errol Mason is a highly regarded authority on the behaviour and habits of Sambar Deer as well as the author of the Secrets of the Sambar and Hunt Smart System series of books.
2023-06-162h 03The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP57 - A Conversation with Alexander ProftTonight, we invite Alexander Proft to the campfire.
With an engaging, and authentic social media presence, Profty is a well known, respected and highly regarded member of the Australian hunting community.
Enjoy
2023-06-022h 14The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP56 - A Conversation with Paige DonaldTonight, we invite Paige Donald to the campfire.
Living a life firmly connected to the land, Paige shares with The Campfire Crew her experiences as a Contract musterer, what really happens behind the scenes on a national TV show, her adventures as a pig dogger, rifle hunter and keen shotgunner, and her continuing journey as a rough stock rodeo rider and women’s rodeo advocate.
Enjoy
2023-05-251h 28The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP55 - A Conversation with Craig PringleTonight, we invite Craig Pringle to the campfire.
Freelance Cinematographer, Director and Producer, Craig and his team at Black Fox Productions are the creative force behind the new Australian made, and produced TV series, The Season.
Along the way we talk with Craig about his vision for a purely Australian hunting show, the challenges of selling the concept to the networks and all the hard work involved.
Enjoy
Mark, Ian and Jono
2023-05-191h 24The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP54 - A Conversation with Peter RyanTonight, we invite Peter Ryan to the campfire. Gun writer, columnist, photographer and published author, Peter is a hunting adventurer with a flair for the written word, and keen photographic eye.
From New Zealand, Australia, the USA, the UK, Europe, Africa and even door knocking in South America, Peter has experienced hunting, and hunting traditions from across much of the world, and lived to tell the story!
Enjoy Mark, Ian and Jono
2023-05-121h 43The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP53 - Zeb Jones LiveRecorded Live via Facebook and YouTube
Okay team, as a follow up to the recent Zeb Jones Sambar Hunter podcast we’ve brought him back to talk about his international hunting experiences. This time around Zeb shared some of his adventures chancing game through North America.
As a bonus, our listeners had the chance to get in on the action and ask Zeb his thoughts on how to make their own adventures a reality.
2023-03-251h 55The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP52 - A Conversation with Ben RichardsTonight, we invite Ben Richards to the Campfire to discuss his journey from a self-motivated start in the sport of shooting, to a chance encounter that led to fox hunting over dogs, and again to Fallow Deer and finally Sambar.
Along the way we pick his brain about thermal optics and how they can benefit hunters in locating game.
2023-03-171h 33The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP51 - A Conversation with Daniel KuhlTonight, we invite Daniel Kuhl to the Campfire.
Wanting to add to the current conversation, Daniel reached out to the Campfire Team after listening to our recent podcast about the National Feral Deer Action Plan. With a wealth of knowledge about invasive species control and management, Daniel provides a different view on what he believes are some of the misconceptions about the Plan, as well as answers some our questions about how best to make your submission as effective as possible.
Check out Dan's submission here as a reference to help you complete your own...2023-03-111h 50The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP50 - A Conversation with Zeb JonesFrom the heartland of Sambar country, we are excited to share with you all a great chat with Zeb Jones. Part one of a two-part discussion, we get to know Zeb, his passion for hunting, mentoring others, his progression into guiding and all his experiences along the way.
I am sure most of you know who Zeb is but if not, you can find his content here:
@ZebrasSambarhuntingAdventures
https://www.instagram.com/zebraj82
https://www.zebrashunting.com
2023-02-181h 51The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP49 - Our take on the National Feral Deer Action PlanHere is our take on the recently released National Feral Deer Action Plan. As hunters we have to be across these types of documents, and make sure our voices are heard.
2023-01-291h 05The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP48 - Public Land Deer Hunting Basics and the Nundle State Forest systemAfter receiving a phone call from one of our listeners, we decided to set up a discussion on Deer hunting basics, and how to apply them to the Nundle Public Land system
2023-01-2848 minThe Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP47 - A continuing conversation with Gemma DunnTo kick off the New Year we invite Gemma Dunn: SSAA National Coaching and Membership Development Manager and Australian Women’s Shooter Editor back to the campfire.
From Moose, and Whitetail Hunting in Finland, testing the new SAKO 100 rifle, breaking Australian land speed records and planning a hunt in February with the HC crew, this ‘cast covers a lot of ground in 98 minutes.
Enjoy The HC Crew
2023-01-061h 38The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP46 - A conversation with Michael GrangerTonight, the Campfire Crew chat with Hunter Michael Granger about getting started in bow hunting, making the most of your time away, and his success in exploring Public Land hunting opportunities including an depth focus on Benbraggie State Forest.
2022-12-191h 18The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP45 - NT Wrap UpJoin The Hunters Campfire crew as we close out our recent NT hunting adventure series with a wrap up podcast.
We can't wait to go back!
Enjoy!
Ian, Mark, Jono
2022-11-271h 35The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP44 - A conversation with Jason Dietrich from NIOATonight, around the campfire we talk with Jason Dietrich, Marketing Manager from NIOA about rifles, shotguns, scopes, ammo, including 155mm ammo, thermal optics, the New England region, the progression of hunting, and hunters in Australia, and all sorts of other cool stuff. As he works for NIOA I also ask him if he can get me a tank, he’s working on it!
2022-11-111h 56The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP43 - The Hunters Campfire LiveWelcome to our first live podcast and Q&A.
The main topic will be the NT trip but we also cover gear, state forest hunting and answer a bunch of questions from our loyal listeners.
Enjoy!
Jono, Mark, Ian
2022-11-113h 21The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP42 - Liquid AntlerAfter meeting Jason at the 2022 Queensland Adventure HUNTING Expo, we knew we had to get him back around the campfire to talk about hunting Red Deer in Qld, exploring public land hunting, and fishing opportunities in NSW, and learn a little more about his epic hunting adventures across New Zealand.
2022-10-211h 33The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - A Hunters Campfire Special #1: Northern Territory styleGather around everyone for 25 minutes of sun baked silliness.
It’s our last night in camp and with the total for the week standing at 8 Donkeys, 9 Pigs and 10 Buffalo everyone is ready to relax, enjoy a drink and share their experiences about one, very successful NT Buffalo hunting trip. Enjoy!
2022-09-2625 minThe Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP41 - A conversation with Nick Dametto MP - Katter’s Australian PartyTonight, we talk crocs, large calibre pistols, fishing, hunting and lots of other cool stuff with the member for the Qld State Electorate of Hinchinbrook, Nick Dametto MP, Katter's Australian Party.
We also get around to more serious topics including how hunters present themselves to the public, the importance of continuing to push for public land hunting and making sure all voices are heard in a Parliament dominated by the major parties.
2022-09-261h 42The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingHCP - EP40 - RiflesFollowing on from Calibre Craziness (EP28), the Hunters Campfire Crew (excluding Ian) talk all things rifles.
Not sure what a picatinny rail is, then let us pick it apart for you.
Cheers
The HCP Team
2022-08-261h 34The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingEP 39 - Qld Outdoor Adventure Expo Podcast Series - Gabby from Ambush Hunting ApparelFor the Women in your life, or the men if the so desire, Gabby discusses her range of women's hunting apparel line, why its important to her that she designed and retailed the products as well as a range of other things.
Check out this chat with Gabby
2022-08-1707 minThe Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingEP 38 - Qld Outdoor Adventure Expo Podcast Series - David Brown from Shooters Union AustraliaJoin Mark as he has a great chat with David from Shooters Union Australia. You will learn all kinds of things you may not have known about how they have advocated and protected our rights as shooters. Things that may otherwise have impacted you personally.
This one deserves a listen.
2022-08-1632 minThe Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingEP 37 - Qld Outdoor Adventure Expo Podcast Series - Bryce Coxall - Hogs, dogs and QuadsJono had a great chat with Bryce about all things pig hunting. From way up in the northern parts of Australia, Bryce had some great views on all things hunting.
Take a listen
2022-08-1511 minThe Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingEP 36 - Qld Outdoor Adventure Expo Podcast Series - Luke from Make Smith KnivesLuke from Make Smith has a top quality range of hand made knives. We have a chat to him about his products and hunting life.
Check it out.
2022-08-1407 minThe Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingEP 35 - Qld Outdoor Adventure Expo Podcast Series - Mark Hobbs from Bush EdgeMark from Bush Edge talks to us about his range of clothing and hunting gear. Retailer of the well known Twin Needle Bino rigs, scope and rifle covers and a lot more.
2022-08-1311 minThe Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingEP 34 - Qld Outdoor Adventure Expo Podcast Series - Matt Keillor from RMKMatt from RMK is the creator and reseller of his fantastic range of leather goods to suit a range of hunters. From tool holders, round pouches, foraging bags and loads more.
Have a listen to this podcast to hear more about his AUS mad products!
2022-08-1205 minThe Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingEP 33 - Qld Outdoor Adventure Expo Podcast Series - Skopecam with Aaron LandrethArron discusses a cool bit of kit that he has designed. A scope adaptor for your phone to assist those keen to take footage of their hunting adventures. Check them out!
2022-08-1106 minThe Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP 32 - Qld Outdoor Adventure Expo Podcast Series - Jason Menzies from Liquid AntlerCouch Session with Jason from Liquid Antler. Jason and Matt run an AUS based YouTube channel documenting their hunting adventures. Check them out
2022-08-1008 minThe Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP 31 - Qld Outdoor Adventure Expo Podcast Series - Joe Amoroso from DPI NSWAnother couch session at the expo with DPI Joe discussion a range of NSW Public land hunting topics.
2022-08-0911 minThe Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP 30 - Qld Outdoor A dventure Expo Podcast Series - Chris Waters from Hunting Trips AUSA quick fire chat couch session with Chris Waters at the Qld Outdoor Adventure Expo.
2022-08-0814 minThe Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP29 - Serious Shotgunning skills with Gemma DunnTonight, the Hunters Campfire crew are seriously outgunned as we talk speak with Gemma Dunn, SSAA Coaching and Membership Development Manager and Editor of Women in Shooting magazine.
Gemma brings a wealth of competitive shot gunning experience to the campfire as a past member of the Australia Shooting Team having competed at various World Cup events and World Summer University Games. Following on from a competitive career in shooting, Gemma made the move into shooting administration as the Shooting Sport Operations Manager at the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games.
More lately Gemma’s interests have focused on...2022-07-161h 50The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP28 - Caliber CrazinessHuh, what, umm, is that inches or mm? Do I need a ruler? What the hell is a grain?
Hang on to your reloading benches folks, tonight we journey to the deep, dark underworld of calibres. Along the way we talk about the history, the options, what to get, what to avoid, where to start, where not to start, what we like, and everything in between. Mark and Jono try to educate (confuse) Ian in a way only they know how.
We hope you get something from this one, we think Ian did....
Cheers
The HCP Team
2022-06-191h 26The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP27 - Paul Michaels - Indicating dogs, the ultimate tool for hunting success.This week we bring Paul Michaels to the Podcast. A wealth of experience across his life as a professional possum trapper and then later in life as a dog trainer creating a world class online dog training program that many will have heard of - The Big Game Indicating Dog Blueprint and the Paumiko Dog guide.
Paul has also written a book, a classic kiwi yarn about his adventures in the bush.
Tune in for a fun chat about all of the above and much more.
You can find Paul, the training and...2022-06-032h 00The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP26 - Rutt and Roar Wrap
Tune in as we chat about the recent Brisbane Valley Red Deer Roar and Fallow Deer Rut in NSW.
Full of half-truths, wild speculation and not even a lick of scientific reasoning, if you are after the facts, you might want to check elsewhere.
However if you want to listen to three blokes talk about their most recent hunting experiences - well have we got a podcast for you!
Enjoy
Mark, Ian and Jono
2022-05-231h 38The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP25 - Mark Banasiak - Chico Rolls, Border Raiders and The Numbers GameWith the Federal Election just around the corner, tonight the campfire crew speak with Mark Banasiak, Member of the Legislative Council of New South Wales presenting the Shooter, Fishers and Farmers Party.
As a keen hunter, past president of his SSAA branch and now an elected representative of hunters, fishers and farmer in NSW, Mark gives us some great insight into the challenges facing our hunting and fishing lifestyle, as well as the importance of a political voice, and how any help we can give goes a long way. Remember, your vote counts, use it wisely.
2022-05-061h 30The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire - EP24 - Honker Hunters - Grinders and Sky BustingWant to know about Duck Hunting, well Troy is your man. So much knowledge, passion and determination for Hunting Ducks that makes this episode a great listen.
We hope you enjoy
Cheers
Ian, Mark and Jono
The Hunters Campfire
thehunterscampfire@gmail.com
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The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP23 - Chloe Golding - Born to HuntYou would be hard pressed to find a better example of a life spent outdoors. From first time hunting experiences with family, to working, and managing the family hunting and fishing business, to pursing a career in the gun trade, Chloe Golding has packed a lot of adventure into not so many years. With lots of insight, a few laughs and couple of ‘interesting stories’ we’re really happy to finally bring you this podcast.
2022-04-011h 39The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP22 - Juan Peters - Have gun, will travel…Juan Peters is an Aussie serviceman and avid hunter.
Making the most of his overseas deployment, Juan has experienced a number of the classic hunting adventures including Mule Deer, Whitetail, Turkey, Roe Deer, Squirrel - as well as the odd run in with Wolves and Bears.
You'll find the podcast @ https://youtu.be/sfvhDX1mSG8
and on Spotify, Podbean, Amazon and Google.
Cheers
Mark, Ian and Jono
2022-03-181h 32The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast- EP21 - In Camp at Severn - Gear TalkLet’s a Gear Talk, but not as you know it as we try our hand at podcasting around the campfire during a recent hunting trip.
We also use the conversation to introduce our newest member to the Hunters Campfire team, Jonathan Steele. It’s a little rough, at times we lose power, there is a dog involved, there is beer and rum involved, but somehow we manage to get all the audio, and video equipment working long enough to get ‘er done!
If you like a campfire chat, you’re going to like this one....2022-03-041h 43The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP20 - Dylan Smith - A Wilder Life
Dylan Smith – A Wilder Life
It’s podcast time, and tonight we are talking with Dylan Smith, YouTuber, writer, teacher, bowhunter, angler, passionate outdoors advocate and soon to be star of an upcoming episode of ‘The Season’ a brand new hunting and adventure Australian TV series.
You can join us around the campfire @ https://youtu.be/rpGEtkj5cio or listen in via your favourite podcast platform @ Spotify, Podbean, Google and Amazon.
FYI There is a time lag across the various podcasting platforms, so keep an eye out, however if you want it now - follow the YouTube link.
Don’t forget to...2022-02-181h 50The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP19 - Zach Williams: ’Run that by me again mate’.Spoken about on the Joe Rogan Experience, interviewed by the New York Times, featured on ABC, and attacked by Anonymous, Zach Williams is feral cat fur fashionista, avid rifle and bow hunter, dedicated bow fisher, Facebook page host, podcaster, YouTuber, and all round good bloke.
Find Zach Here
https://open.spotify.com/show/6oBUh7Hkee7QmSAiDuLZaL https://www.facebook.com/groups/498131890361078
You’re going to enjoy this one. Cheers, Mark and Ian
thehunterscampfire@gmail.com
https://thehunterscampfire.podbean.com/
https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZ...2022-02-041h 57The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP18 - Jonathan McGee - Dressed to KillA podcast to all things hunting for Australian hunters. The where, the what and the how. A chat between hunters to help those that are keen to get involved. Tonight, we talk to Jonathan McGee direct from Leeds England. Jonathan is a world class shooting and hunting photographer and videographer, keen hunter and wing shooter, passionate advocate for wild game as a viable and sustainable food source and most recently the production effort behind a new subscription based TV series, the Untamed Anglers. https://www.untamedanglers.com He is also a damn fine bloke who is always willing to...2022-02-011h 37The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP17 - Chris Waters - Participating, consuming and surviving a supermarket apocalypse.A podcast to all things hunting for Australian hunters. The where, the what and the how. A chat between hunters to help those that are keen to get involved. Episode 17 is a fun conversation with Chris Waters, The Australian Huntsman and creator of Hunting Trips Australia. Described by Chris as the AirBnB of hunting, the website: Hunting Trips Australia is a place where you can search for your next adventure. Leveraging off its success in connecting hunters to guides and outfitters, Chris has now launched a new approach to the traditional hunting club which is already getting lots of...2022-02-011h 37The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP14 - Public Land in the NT with Brian BoyleA podcast to all things hunting for Qld based hunters. The where, the what and the how. A chat between hunters to help those that are keen to get involved. Episode 14 brings to the podcast Brian Boyle. With a long list of hunting related roles in his life, we explore his experience from NZ to NSW and now the NT where he was instrumental in setting up Back Country Hunting on public land in the NT. If you dream of chasing Buff in the NT, this is the podcast for you.
https://www.facebook.com/NTBackCountryHunting/
...2022-02-011h 15The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP16 - Steve Kelly - Pheasants, Roadkill and Shooting sticksA podcast to all things hunting for Qld based hunters. The where, the what and the how. A chat between hunters to help those that are keen to get involved. Episode 16 takes us to England for a chat with our first international guest, Steve Kelly. Originally a Darling Downs boy, Steve has turned his twin passions of hunting and travel into a successful career in the UK shooting industry. Focusing on England, Scotland, Ireland and Europe, Steve gives us a run down on the various types of hunting and shooting available, the current state of hunting and shooting in...2022-02-011h 43The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP15 - Head’n South with Tim BlackwellA podcast to all things hunting for Qld based hunters. The where, the what and the how. A chat between hunters to help those that are keen to get involved. Episode 15 brings to the podcast Tim Blackwell. Tim has had a fantastic hunting life and finds himself as a "Part Time" Taxidermist. A great chat and well worth a listen.
Instagram - tbtaxidermy
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tim.blackwell.58
We hope you enjoy Ian & Mark, The Hunters Campfire Podcast
thehunterscampfire@gmail.com
2022-02-011h 45The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP13 - Alpine snow, Sambar and scrub cutting with Tony GillahanA podcast to all things hunting for Qld based hunters. The where, the what and the how. A chat between hunters to help those that are keen to get involved. Episode 13 brings to the podcast Tony Gillahan from TG Outdoors. An experienced Sambar Hunter from Victoria who passes on the tricks of the trade for the humble Qld'r (and others) that would make the trip down south to seek them out. A fantastic conversation about Tony's hunting with Remi his GWP indicator.
Find Tony here youtube.com/user/TonyGillahan
and here facebook.com/tony.gillahan...2022-02-011h 26The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP12 - Jono’s Obsession with RocksA podcast to all things hunting for Qld based hunters. The where, the what and the how. A chat between hunters to help those that are keen to get involved. Episode 12 invites Jonathan Steele to the campfire to discuss his experiences as a hunter and specifically his first time experiences in the Pilliga.
Contact us here - thehunterscampfire@gmail.com
Cheers, Ian & Mark
2022-01-311h 40The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP11 - Hook n Bone with Craig GoldingA podcast to all things hunting for Qld based hunters. The where, the what and the how. A chat between hunters to help those that are keen to get involved. Episode 11 introduces Craig Golding. A lifelong hunter and fisher, shooting and camping business owner as well as hunting advocate, most recently with Shooters Union. With that kind of experience, this episode covers a range of topics including getting started in hunting and fishing, getting the kids involved and even how to engage the non hunter about what we do. Calling for a united voice, Craig also shares his insight...2022-01-311h 55The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP10 - Ned Makim’s Duck & Pigeon DanceA podcast to all things hunting for Qld based hunters. The where, the what and the how. A chat between hunters to help those that are keen to get involved. Episode 10 introduces Ned Makim. A passionate Hunter who is very well know in the Pig Hunting circles & has a really colourful story to share about his years in and around the traps. We hope you enjoy
Contact us thehunterscampfire@gmail.com
Cheers, Ian & Mark
2022-01-311h 45The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP9 - Adrian FischleA podcast to all things hunting for Qld based hunters. The where, the what and the how. A chat between hunters to help those that are keen to get involved. Episode 9 introduces Adrian Fischle. A long term ADA honoured member, having held various positions locally, state and nationally. Adrian was part of the initial process of setting up public land in NSW and has advocated for it ever since, introducing hundred's of keen hunters to what public land has to offer. The podcast covers some of Adrian's hunting experience, deep dives into the Nundle System and various other side...2022-01-311h 24The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP8 - Andrew Day - In the minds of HuntersA podcast to all things hunting for Qld based hunters. The where, the what and the how. A chat between hunters to help those that are keen to get involved. Episode 8 introduces Andrew Day, Phycologist and all round good bloke. The podcast dives into the mental health benefits of hunting and also looks at why sometimes it is difficult to explain what hunting does for us. Fascinating discussion, we hope you enjoy
Contact us thehunterscampfire@gmail.com
Cheers, Ian & Mark
2022-01-311h 45The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - Ep7 - Rhys Bosley - State Forest Hunting for QldA podcast to all things hunting for Qld based hunters. The where, the what and the how. A chat between hunters to help those that are keen to get involved. Episode 7 introduces Rhys Bosley, hunters advocate and Qld Public Land access crusader. Not all on his own but certainly Rhys has played a significant role in advocating for us all and in this podcast we explore that history and get some advice on how we can all play a part in working towards the common goal of public land access for Qld.
Visit and like the State Fo...2022-01-311h 46The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP6 - The Nundle SystemA podcast to all things hunting for Qld based hunters. The where, the what and the how. A chat between hunters to help those that are keen to get involved. Episode 5 deep dives into the ins and outs of Nundle and surrounding State Forests.
Additional Content - Ian's Hunting Vid in the area - https://youtu.be/HAlIEs7gdC0
Mark's Success at Nundle - https://youtu.be/UONSZQk2l38
Contact us thehunterscampfire@gmail.com
Cheers, Ian & Mark
2022-01-311h 28The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP5 - The Severn ExperienceA podcast to all things hunting for Qld based hunters. The where, the what and the how. A chat between hunters to help those that are keen to get involved. Episode 5 features local hunter and all round good guy, Jace Roberts, in a fun discussion that includes amongst other things his recent experience in introducing a new hunter to State Forest hunting in Severn. Join us for a few laughs with this one! Check out Jace's Online shop for all sorts of wild goodies.
www.wildbountybazaar.com.au
Contact us thehunterscampfire@gmail.com
...2022-01-311h 23The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP4 - The PilligaA podcast to all things hunting for Qld based hunters. The where, the what and the how. A chat between hunters to help those that are keen to get involved. Episode 4 deep dives into the ins and outs and mystery's of The Pilliga State Forest.
Contact us here
thehunterscampfire@gmail.com
Cheers, Ian & Mark
2022-01-311h 25The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP2 - Gear TalkEpisode 2 is an introduction to hunter gear and the things we tend to pack in with us.
Contact us here
thehunterscampfire@gmail.com
Cheers, Ian & Mark
2022-01-311h 40The Hunters Campfire - Australian HuntingThe Hunters Campfire Podcast - EP1 - IntroIntroductory episode to the Hunters Campfire Podcast. Discussion between Mark and Ian about their hunting lives and the reason they are pulling these podcasts together.
Contact us here
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Cheers, Ian & Mark
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