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The Hunters Campfire - Australian Hunting

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The Hunters Campfire - Australian Hunting
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  • The Hunters Campfire - Australian Hunting

    HCP - EP157 - Habitat and Ammo - The Keys to Hunting Success

    17/03/2026 | 1h 46 mins.
    The conversation covers the preparation for deer hunting, including flight bookings, dog travel, and hunting plans. It also delves into the selection of ammunition for hunting, discussing brand reliability and grain weight performance. The conversation delves into the critical aspects of bullet selection and performance, emphasizing the importance of understanding how different bullets perform in various rifles. It also explores the impact of bullet weight on trajectory and the need for experimentation and testing at different ranges to ensure hunting accuracy. The conversation delves into the technical aspects of shooting accuracy, discussing parallax and its impact on alignment. It then transitions to the importance of e-scouting and habitat identification for successful hunting, providing insights into the behavior of deer and goats in relation to their habitat. The conversation covers the behavior of goats, hunting pigs, and hunting red deer. It provides insights into the activity patterns of goats, their vocal nature, and the opportunistic behavior of pigs. Additionally, it delves into the hunting approach for red deer and the dynamics of their social groups during the rut.

    Takeaways
    Deer hunting preparation
    Ammunition selection Bullet selection is crucial
    Understanding bullet performance is essential Understanding parallax and its impact on shooting accuracy
    The importance of e-scouting and habitat identification for successful hunting Goats are active between 9 AM and 3 PM
    Goats are vocal and give away their position

    Chapters
    00:00 Deer Hunting Preparation
    15:39 Ammunition Selection
    43:12 Bullet Weight and Trajectory
    52:38 Parallax and Shooting Accuracy
    01:06:17 Habitat Identification and E-Scouting
    01:32:10 Understanding Goat Behavior
    01:41:51 Hunting Pigs
    01:53:03 Hunting Red Deer
  • The Hunters Campfire - Australian Hunting

    HCP - EP156 - NSW Hunting & Reforms with SSAA's Peter Szaak

    17/03/2026 | 1h 9 mins.
    The conversation covers the topics of Hunt Camp, hunting experiences, the social and economic impact of hunting, and the role of SSAA New South Wales in promoting hunting and firearm safety. It also delves into the personal background of Peter Szaak, the CEO of SSAA New South Wales. The conversation covers a range of topics including the role of the CEO, practical shooting, firearm legislation, and the impact of social media on the shooting community. It also delves into the challenges faced by primary producers and sports target shooters in New South Wales. The conversation covers a range of topics related to firearms ownership, sports shooting, and the impact of new regulations on firearm owners and clubs in New South Wales. It also delves into the role of hunters and the importance of community engagement in addressing regulatory challenges.

    Takeaways
    Hunt Camp is a communal hunting experience that provides mentorship, skill-building, and a sense of community for new and experienced hunters.
    Hunting has social, economic, and ecological benefits, and it plays a significant role in creating family memories and generational connections. CEO role transition
    Impact of social media
    Firearm legislation challenges Family involvement in sports shooting
    Impact of firearm regulations on clubs and sports shooting
    The role of hunters in the community

    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction and Hunt Camp Overview
    11:03 Personal Background and Role at SSAA New South Wales
    28:21 CEO Role Transition
    46:13 Impact of Social Media on the Shooting Community
    55:52 Family Involvement in Sports Shooting
    01:03:04 Supporting Hunters and Hunting Clubs
  • The Hunters Campfire - Australian Hunting

    HCP - EP155 - Breaking Barriers - A Young Womans Rise in Shooting Sports

    12/03/2026 | 37 mins.
    The podcast episode features an in-focus special at the Brisbane Sporting Clays grounds and an interview with Georgia Rogers, a rising star in the shooting world. The conversation covers Georgia's transition from tennis to shooting, her experience as a female shooter, and her mental approach to competitions. The conversation covers topics such as overcoming nervousness, inspiring the next generation, long-term goals, international competitions, challenges of traveling overseas, long-term vision and aspirations, upcoming competitions, Olympic pathway, sponsorship with Beretta, favorite competition, shooting preferences, pre-shoot ritual, and alternative sport. The discussion also includes reflections on the podcast and future plans.

    Takeaways
    Transition from tennis to shooting
    Experience as a female shooter Overcoming nervousness before competitions
    Inspiring the next generation of shooters
    Long-term goals and aspirations
    Challenges of traveling overseas for competitions
    Sponsorship with Beretta and shooting gear

    Chapters
    00:00 Introducing the In-Focus Special
    06:19 Early Success in Shooting
    16:18 Mental Approach to Competitions
    21:27 Inspiring the Next Generation
    27:27 Sponsorship with Beretta and Shooting Gear
    32:39 Reflections on the Podcast and Future Plans
  • The Hunters Campfire - Australian Hunting

    HCP - EP154 - Barry Howlett - They've got to do something, and you're something.

    02/03/2026 | 1h 1 mins.
    The podcast episode covers various topics related to hunting, including hunting adventures, annual hunt camp, venison feast, Barry Howlett's hunting background, expansion of deer hunting opportunities, and the state of Victoria's firearms review. The conversation provides insights into the current state of hunting and the regulatory landscape in Victoria. The conversation covers a range of topics including the initial response and softening of language, political support and opposition, the role of minor parties and independents, the rapid review and timeline, the political landscape and election outlook, potential minority government, scenario planning and risk management, media coverage and political impact, the formation of a gun lobby and political influence, engagement with members and political action, and encouragement for interstate hunters.

    Takeaways
    Annual hunt camp and venison feast
    Expansion of deer hunting opportunities Political landscape and election outlook are crucial for understanding the potential impact on gun laws.
    The formation of a gun lobby and the engagement of members in political action are key strategies for influencing policy decisions.

    Chapters
    00:00 Hunting Adventures and Updates
    11:36 Barry Howlett's Hunting Background
    24:31 Expansion of Deer Hunting Opportunities
    30:31 State of Victoria's Firearms Review
    36:01 Political Support and Opposition
    41:10 Political Landscape and Election Outlook
    47:14 Media Coverage and Political Impact
    53:02 Formation of Gun Lobby and Political Influence
    59:26 Engagement with Members and Political Action
    01:09:22 Encouragement for Interstate Hunters
  • The Hunters Campfire - Australian Hunting

    HCP - EP154 - Pre Season

    24/02/2026 | 1h 1 mins.
    This episode features a detailed discussion on hunting gear, rifle setups, and upcoming hunting trips, with insights into gear customization, ballistics, and legal considerations for hunters. Join us as we explore the incredible journey of a hunter who recounts his greatest hunt, from the anticipation and setup to the adrenaline-filled moment of the shot and the trophy mount. Discover the lessons, excitement, and camaraderie that make hunting a profound experience.

    00:00Engaging Podcast Introductions
    00:57Excitement for Deer Season
    02:54Planning and Booking Hunts
    05:50Gear Upgrades and Innovations
    09:43Beretta BRX and Collectible Medallions
    12:27New Zealand Hunting Trip Preparations
    18:30Personal Hunting Plans and Family Involvement
    21:21Licensing and Regulations Discussion
    24:16Ammunition and Import Regulations
    25:46Understanding Bullet Performance and Ballistics
    35:36Exciting Announcements: Huntcamp and New Gear
    38:40Huntcamp Details and Expectations
    41:20Culinary Adventures at Huntcamp
    46:35Weather and Hunting Conditions
    46:59Gear Talk: Shooting Sticks and Boots
    48:30Collecting Vintage Firearms
    50:11Celebrating Achievements: Jason's Ultra Marathon
    54:05Ultra Marathon Insights and Experiences
    56:10Personal Running Goals and Experiences
    58:21Wine and Hunting Camp Preparations
    59:20Listener Engagement: Shoutouts and Stories
    01:02:13Greatest Hunt Ever Story: Jay's Experience
    01:07:18Wrap-Up and Future Plans

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About The Hunters Campfire - Australian Hunting

The Hunters Campfire is a special place. It’s where we connect, we share, we learn and laugh. The Hunters Campfire Podcast is all that and more as we bring together new hunters, old hands, industry experts and those who advocate for the Australian hunting lifestyle to our digital campfire. If you’re a new hunter starting out, you’re looking for your next challenge or want to understand the politics of public land hunting we’ve got something for you. You’ll find our podcasts on Podbean, Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon and plenty of other platforms and if you want more, head on over to our YouTube Channel, The Hunters Campfire for our how to and hunting videos along with the full video productions of every podcast. Don’t forget to like and subscribe. Good hunting, Mark, Ian and Jono
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