The Hunters Campfire - Australian Hunting

With Jono away, Ian and Mark break down their Red Deer approach, talk about the very new, and very cool Hunters Campfire Outdoor Edge knives and a give a shout out a special fan of ‘the Poddy’.   The conversation then moves onto technology in the field including the power of Starlink, staying in touch with ZOLEO and will Hybrid EV utes, like the New Ford Ranger be the end of 12 volt power in camp....

In this Hunters Campfire special, we share the campfire with Lawson White, owner of Nature's Perks, a service offering guided hunts and educational courses. The wide-ranging conversation focuses on red deer hunting strategies, public vs. private land hunting, the importance of building relationships for access and even touch on the latest corner crossing rulings from the USA. The crew also emphasi...

With Hunt Camp just around the corner the guys talk about getting through Cyclone Alfred and reflect on what gear worked, what didn’t and how they can improve for both emergency situations and camping, with Mark dropping a controversial call on certain Yeti products. The conversation moves to the new hybrid Ford Ranger and its potential hunting and camping applications. To wrap things up the crew...

Tonight around the campfire the guys kick things off with an impromptu visit that causes just a little bit of pandemonium at Jono’s place. With that settled, the conversation then moves to the Perun series of torches from Olight, as well as gear for hunting Red Deer. There is also a discussion about  firearm laws, ammunition trends, and even some camp cooking tips along the way.  Enjoy  

Tonight, around the campfire Mark and Jono are waiting for Alfred, while Ian dials in from Sydney. Unless of course it’s all a "hoax"!  Talk turns to Cyclone prep, wet weather gear, ammo, the difference between .30-06 and .308 as well as answering some questions from you, our listeners. So, keep them coming. Enjoy

Tonight, around the campfire Mark, Ian, and Jono discuss the new gear from OLIGHT, along with Tatonka packs, and butchering game. The conversation then moves to engaging with the community, the upcoming kayak fishing trip, eye dominance in shotgunnning, pre-scouting, hunt camp prep, the Huntfit program, and a long range look at the weather for the Roar, and Rut.

Tonight around the campfire we speak with Kate Fantinel. Kate is a passionate activist for shooters who is leading a legal challenge to the soon to be implemented WA gun laws. Over two nights (we had internet issues) we speak with Kate about her journey from hunting with her Dad in country South Australia, to competitive universality pistol shooter to running for a Senate ticket in Western Austral...

Introduction 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

Tonight around the campfire, Mark, Ian, and Jono discuss hunting plans, gear preparation, a kayak fishing adventure in the making, Huntfit success stories, hunting tech, animal behaviour and dynamics, environmental impacts, camping comforts, and an update on our new clothing range.   Enjoy

It’s a busy start to 2025 as we kick off the New Year and dive into upcoming hunting plans and gear preparation. From shotgun to rifle recommendations for new hunters, we cover off on what you need to prepare for the season ahead. There’s some fun stuff too, along with hunting experiences, and answers to listener questions on choosing the best gear and training methods. Enjoy  

Tonight, around the campfire its Christmas Time - well it was a couple of weeks ago. Anyway, here it is, the Better Late Than Never Hunters Campfire Christmas special.   Enjoy!

With Jono missing in action, tonight around the campfire Ian and Mark discuss the launch of the Hunt Fit Program, and the new - very portable – Starlink system. They also review some of their favourite books, chat about the Lithgow Arms production issue, WA firearms regulations, what’s happening for the rest of 2024 and what’s planned for 2025. Enjoy

Tonight, around the campfire Ian gives the guys an update on his personal health and fitness journey and how he wants to build a dedicated hunters approach to getting, and staying healthy, so stay tuned for more updates. In between the guys share their preparations for Brisbane Valley Reds and finalise the dates for Hunt Camp 2025. Enjoy

Tonight, around the campfire we speak with Ian Head from World Safari Xpeditions. An Australian hunting and shooting industry stalwart, Ian has a wealth of knowledge and experience in hunting around the world. Through his company, World Safari Xpeditions he shares that experience with hunters looking for adventure. Enjoy

Tonight, around the campfire it’s Q and A time for Jono and Mark. The topic, what’s your favourite, most memorable, sentimental or just best... Rifle, Calibre, Projectile, Scope, Binos, Bino rig, Camo, Boots, Pack, Knife, Bipod, tripod, sticks, Hunt (you’ve been on), Hunt (you’ve witnessed), Camp/camping adventure, Boating adventure and accessory. We even have time to answer an audience question a...

Tonight, around the campfire the crew kick things off with a continuing conversation about the new Queensland State Parliament, and the importance, or otherwise of voting. Like always food is on the menu with Mark and Jono praising the eating qualities of Buffalo Biltong and Jerky. While it might seem far away the guys talk give a rundown on their planned scouting trips in preparation for 2025 fol...

Tonight, around the campfire the guys discuss the upcoming Qld State Election, The Hunters Campfire’s participation in a NSW Forest users study, getting ready for Deer season, Summertime shot gunning and turning Buffalo into burgers, biltong and trophy mounts.

What, huh, Marsupial Gear isn’t Australian, but there is a Kangaroo on it? Ian makes a startling discovery about his new, favourite bino harness. The guys talk about the importance of quality gear. Mark gives an update of his Buffalo burgers, his Buff skull trophy preparation and the benefits of maceration. Jono shows off his Biltong machine. The guys debate the value of a good sous vide. Together...

6 hunters, 1 armed with the struggle sticks, 2 vehicles, 2 trailers, a mountain of gear, 7 Buffalo, 10 pigs, about 100kg of meat, 1 bushfire, +6,500 kilometres and 75 hours of driving.   The Hunters Campfire NT Buffalo Express for 2024 is done and dusted, and tonight around the campfire Ian, Jono and Mark are joined by Adam, Trevor and Michael to relive, rehash, remember and rejoice in this year’s...

Welcome to our first dedicated Q&A podcast with Errol Mason, author of Secrets of the Sambar and the Hunt Smart System. Tonight, we ask Errol, should hunters consider taking more Hinds to help control deer numbers?

To answer all your questions about buying your first, or next rifle tonight around the campfire we lay it out, from first thoughts to opening your wallet. Along the way we take you through a step-by-step approach to make your next purchase, your best purchase.

This is the one you’ve been waiting for.   It’s time to celebrate hitting the ton with podcast friends Zach Williams, Matt Mc, The Frank, and Cody Gearon. There’s some sledging, some more sledging and in between a little bit of serious stuff about the future of hunting and how we can all play our part in keeping it alive and thriving in Australia.

Tonight, the campfire crew are joined by Tom Auger, Managing Director of Pro Tactical and the official agent for John Rigby & Co (Australia and New Zealand). With a long connection to the gun trade, Tom shares with us his journey from working behind the gun shop counter, to becoming the lead agent for the famous Rigby rifle brand here in Australia. The guys cover off on a wide range of topics...

Tonight, the Campfire Crew chat about their early September return to the Northern Territory to hunt Asiatic Water Buffalo. Whilst their first trip in 2022 was a real fly in, fly out gig, this time around the crew are road tripping it - with plenty of gear, plenty of tech and a little more experience on board. They are even planning on bringing some of the Buffalo back for the freezer. Enjoy

Tonight 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 turn...