The Outdoor Gibbon

Discover the fascinating world of Swedish hunting through the eyes of Beatrice, known as "the hunting psychologist" on Instagram, as she shares her journey and the unique aspects of Scandinavian hunting culture. The conversation begins with a striking revelation about Sweden's comprehensive hunting qualification system. Unlike the UK's relatively open approach, Swedish hunters...

Arthur's journey from vegetarian London urbanite to passionate hunting educator is the compelling foundation of The Wild Order, an innovative program designed to introduce newcomers to ethical hunting and wild game processing. "The countryside isn't just a place – it's a relationship," Arthur explains, reflecting on how his first taste of meat during travels in Asia sparke...

There's something wonderfully contradictory about Katie Hargreaves. She's a vegan who hunts deer. A colorful painter who found fame through black and white charcoal. An accidental artist whose work now hangs in homes across continents. Katie's artistic journey began with a simple birthday gift—a fallow buck painting for her hunting-enthusiast boyfriend. Despite her background in vib...

Have you ever wondered what it takes to build a successful deer stalking business from the ground up? Get ready for a fascinating journey as we sit down with Ben from Deer Central, a man whose path went from teenage air rifle enthusiast to military service and eventually to becoming one of the most respected voices in deer management training and equipment. Ben shares his evolution from stalking h...

Meeting Jason Doyle feels like sitting down with an old friend who happens to know every secret about hunting Ireland's elusive sika deer. As a former professional hunter from the Emerald Isle, Jason brings a refreshing honesty to this conversation that cuts through the often-idealized portrayal of hunting in social media. From his unexpected journey into deer stalking (which he initially dis...

Byron Pace takes us on a captivating journey through his remarkable career as a filmmaker, conservationist, and storyteller. From stalking deer in the Scottish Highlands to documenting elephant relocations across Africa, Byron offers refreshing authenticity in discussing the complex realities of wildlife management and conservation. Our conversation begins with the origin story of his pioneering &...

Journey into the world of taxidermy with Tom Douglas, known to many as the "Wiltshire Redneck" on social media. Tom pulls back the curtain on a craft that transforms hunting trophies into lasting memories, sharing insights gained from following in his father's footsteps in this 40-year family tradition. What happens after you take that perfect shot? Tom walks us through proper field...

What happens when someone who once refused to touch dead animals becomes an accomplished hunter and equipment tester? Sarah Miles' remarkable journey unfolds in this candid conversation about finding your authentic path in the shooting world. Sarah reveals how her transformation began with her father's unyielding passion for shooting, through her early aversion to handling game (wearing...

What happens when military precision meets artisanal craftsmanship? Richie Nank's journey from Royal Marine commando to sought-after custom knife maker reveals the unexpected parallels between battlefield discipline and the meticulous art of blade making. Richie shares how a simple bet to make a knife in 2016 transformed into a thriving business built on understanding the specific needs of de...

There's something magical about the Scottish Highlands that captures the imagination of outdoor enthusiasts worldwide. When Alex from Hunter Gatherer Cooking reached out about wanting to learn deer stalking, I knew exactly where to take him – to experience both walked-up grouse shooting on the Glorious 12th of August and the chance to stalk his first red stag. This special podcast episode cap...

The magnetic pull of innovation meets wild adventure in this captivating conversation with Rob Gearing, the visionary founder of Spartan Precision Equipment. From the jungles of Bolivia to the frozen expanses of the Arctic, Rob's globe-trotting tales provide the perfect backdrop for understanding how real-world experience shapes exceptional hunting gear. Rob reveals how a chance encounter wit...

Ever felt that deer stalking qualifications were inaccessible due to time constraints or location? You're not alone. This eye-opening conversation with Peter Jones—founder of County Deer Stalking, the Capriolus Club, and creator of the revolutionary PDS certification system—reveals how field sports education is evolving to meet modern needs. After ten years in the Metropolitan Police speciali...

The sweltering heat of summer provides the backdrop for our seventh episode, where we pause to reflect on recent adventures and look ahead to the sporting calendar now unfolding before us. The timing couldn't be more significant—just four days after the Glorious Twelfth has ushered in the grouse season, with partridge and pheasant seasons standing ready in the wings for their September and Oc...

Ton Jones, renowned from Auction Hunters and currently serving as Research and Destruction Director for Air Force Airguns, brings his wealth of hunting expertise and outdoor wisdom to this rich conversation about ethical hunting practices, firearms education, and the joys of harvesting wild game. Beginning with stories of his childhood introduction to shooting—starting with air rifles at just thre...

Many of you will have seen Scott MacKenzie on social media as The Skye Gamekeeper. He is the winner of the Game Keeper of the Year award 2019 and 2022. He is the Head Keeper at Fearann Eilean Iarmain on the Isle of Skye Website link here worth a look http://scottmackenzie-skyegamekeeper.co.uk I must apologise for the sound quality now it was a wet rainy day and Scott was recording in is truck and...

A craft born from curiosity and nurtured through pandemic isolation, my journey into knife making reveals the deeply satisfying process of transforming industrial scrap into functional art. What began with childhood fascination – my grandfather's pipe knife and treasured Swiss Army knife – evolved decades later when I recognized the potential in high-quality spring steel from biomass boiler c...

The darkness above Loch Ness hides more than mythical monsters. In this adventure, I discover firsthand the surprising reality of wild boar in modern Scotland – creatures many believe vanished centuries ago. My journey begins with careful preparation: mounting my thermal scope on a .308 rifle and zeroing it with 180-grain rounds before making the two-hour drive north to Inverness. What follows is...

Ever wondered what it's like to hunt at the edge of what's physically possible in the UK? The Scottish Highlands hide terrain challenges that rival the most extreme hunting destinations worldwide, and Glen Clover stands as testament to that fact. My final stag of the season came on the very last day possible, in a U-shaped glacial valley that demands as much from your mountaineering skil...

The hunting apparel landscape has transformed dramatically since the days when a wax jacket was your only option for staying dry in the field. In this eye-opening conversation with Simon from Outfit International (the UK distributors for Harkila), we journey from the origins of a hunting brand born from necessity in the Swedish wilderness to the cutting-edge technical gear available today. Did you...

***Remastered this is fresh update to the Outdoor Gibbon Podcast *** Slipping through the Scottish Highlands in search of a red stag is a primal experience that tests both hunter and quarry. When an unexpected opportunity arose to stalk in Pitlochery, Perthshire, I jumped at the chance—with barely a week's notice and a 2.5-hour drive ahead. The morning began with meeting Ben the keeper and hi...

***Remastered this is fresh update to the Outdoor Gibbon Podcast *** From product design engineer to shotgun cartridge innovator, Andrew's journey building Empire Cartridges reveals the perfect blend of engineering expertise and shooting passion. What began as a father-son project in 2017 has evolved into a thriving business proudly serving enthusiast shooters who value personal connection wi...

***Remastered this is fresh update to the Outdoor Gibbon Podcast *** That moment when crosshairs steady on a deer and your finger prepares to squeeze the trigger unleashes a cascade of emotions few non-hunters understand. Your heartbeat quickens, breathing shifts, and time seems to stretch—then compress into that split-second decision. Episode 8 of the Outdoor Gibbon podcast explores the psycholog...

***Remastered this is fresh update to the Outdoor Gibbon Podcast *** What happens when an expert airgun shooter faces the challenge of his first deer stalk? Lee Perryman, pro staff for Harkila and Pulsar, travels eight hours from England to the rugged Scottish Highlands seeking not an easy trophy, but a genuine challenge. "I want something that's a challenge," Lee told host Peter be...

***Remastered this is fresh update to the Outdoor Gibbon Podcast *** Ever wondered about the ethics and reality behind bow hunting? This episode dives deep into a practice that dates back 60,000-72,000 years yet remains controversial today. From ancient origins in South Africa's Sabudu cave to modern compound technology, bow hunting has evolved dramatically while maintaining its core principl...

***Remastered this is fresh update to the Outdoor Gibbon Podcast *** From air rifle shooting in his backyard to creating a groundbreaking hunting competition business, Ashley's journey as founder of The Lucky Hunter reveals how passion and innovation can transform an industry. Ashley's story begins like many hunters - plinking with an air rifle as a youngster before gradually progressing...