Hunting Camp Downunder Podcast

This week on the HCDU Podcast, Jake and I are joined by Harrison Lee of OSA Australia. Jake and I were lucky enough to be invited to Southern NSW by Harrison to chase a few Fallow at the tail end of the rut back in April. We were fortunate to test a bit of gear that we wouldn't normally be able to get our hands on, hopefully this opens a few ideas for you guys when your looking for a new bit of kit. Hope you enjoy!! Podcast brought to you by -  OSA Australia Wildcrete 3d Targets Hoyt Bowhunting

Nothing better than Deer Camp in the middle of the roar. Join Craig, Jake, Shannon Postle and Brian Barney for part 2 on the break down of their hunts and the tips, close calls and a few stuff ups and how things sometimes just fall into place. Podcast proudly supported by OSA, Zeiss and Hoyt Bowhunting.

Nothing better than Deer Camp in the middle of the roar. Join Craig, Jake, Shannon Postle and Brian Barney break down their hunts and the tips, close calls and a few stuff ups and how things sometimes just fall into place. Podcast proudly supported by OSA, Zeiss and Hoyt Bowhunting.

Some of you may or may not of heard the name Brian Barney, this little bowhunting ninja from Montana USA is a stand up guy, an unbelievable bowhunter and someone I get to call a good friend. Brian is well known for his own podcast Eastmans Elevated, many articles in Eastmans Magazines and featured in many of their films on Eastmans TV and Beyond the Grid with Dan Pickar. On my Elk hunt last year with Josh Rogers, we offered Brian to come down to Australia to hunt our Red Deer, Sambar and whatever else we could throw at him. Well it didn't take much arm twisting and the plane flights were booked. Here is the story of Brians first Red Deer hunt in Australia.  Be sure to check out Brians Podcast - "Eastmans Elevated" wherever you listen to your podcasts.

Righto guys if you missed last week, I suggest downloading before you dive deep with Part 2. Honestly this podcast could have went on for hours, I hope one day I can feed Brad enough beers to do it all over again.

If this was to be one of the last podcasts I was to ever record, then I feel my job for the Australian Bowhunting Community would be done. For most Aussie bowhunters, the name Brad Smith has most probably been mentioned in conversation not just once but many times. For over 30 years Brad has been behind the bow and a good majority of those years filming each and every one of his and many others hunts. It would be no exaggeration that Brad has seen several thousand animals taken with the bow and what he hasn't seen probably doesn't exist or is yet to happen. Now Im one of the very lucky people to call Smithy one of my good mates and when he asked me to bring my gear over to Brad Murphys, Building Better Bowhunter courses in Tamworth, and record a Podcast in a Q & A type scenario, it didn't take much arm twisting. For anyone that knows Brad personally, he is as humble as they come and hates any attention, so this 2 part podcast is so special in many ways. I cant thank Brad enough for this, its amazing what a 9:30am start on the Blackfish followed by a few Red fish can do for the confidence and nerves. (Great Northern Beers for those that don't have any idea what fish Im talking about). Massive thanks to everyone involved, special mention to Matty Moore and Brad Murphy for help making this happen!! This podcast is proudly bought to you by OSA Australia and Hoyt Bowhunting.

Join Jake as he sits down with Luke Maher, a well known bowhunter from Qld that flies under the social media radar but has an array of stories under his belt including a recent hunt in wild lands of North America chasing Moose. Hope you enjoy!! Our podcast is proudly supported by - OSA Australia & Hoyt Bowhunting

New for the HCDU podcast which we will bring once a month is gear reviews. We going to do our best and give you our honest, no bullshit feedback on all the latest and greatest backpacking, hunting & archery gear we can get our hands on. Our podcast is proudly supported by - OSA Australia & Hoyt Bowhunting

Join Jake, Lonnie and Craig talk Elk hunting in Montana, a few tips and tricks for travelling and a bit of live action when a fox walks into camp.

*Audio Levels Corrected Join Lonnie Broekman, Jake Gasparovski and Craig Hailes as they dive deep into Lonnie's recent trip to the wild lands of remote Northern Territory. This episode is proudly bought to you by - @osaaustralia @zeissoptics @hoytbowhunting

Part 2 - Ben Salleras is no stranger to most hunters in Australia but is also making himself known amongst the bowhunting scene worldwide and for good reason. Without telling all the details here, picture hunting Ibex with a bow in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan, do i need say more...... Listen to Ben retell his story, along with gear talk and preparation with Gaspo. This one is a cracker. Brought to you by Zeiss Optics and Hoyt Archery.

Ben Salleras is no stranger to most hunters in Australia but is also making himself known amongst the bowhunting scene worldwide and for good reason. Without telling all the details here, picture hunting Ibex with a bow in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan, do i need say more...... Listen to Ben retell his story, along with gear talk and preparation with Gaspo. This one is a cracker. Brought to you by Zeiss Optics and Hoyt Archery.

Australia's Youngest ever female shotgun Olympian, Aislin has tried to weave the sport into the field and the importance of both to the hunting community….  Its different story but I hope you enjoy it … Rob   Bio Aislin Jones developed an interest in shooting while following her father David Jones, around the Bairnsdale Field and Game clay target range from an early age. She started shooting in 2012 and switched from simulated field to skeet later that year. Jones competed in her first Australian Clay Target Association (ACTA) national championships at the age of 13, held at Wagga Wagga in 2013. The following year she won six medals at the ACTA national championships at Wagga Wagga and the National Women's Champion of Champions in the mixed 12 gauge/20 gauge event with a score of 99/100. In late 2014 she switched from American Skeet to ISSF skeet in order to achieve her Olympic and Commonwealth Games aspirations. At her first competitive ISSF skeet shoot in October 2014, she won the Victorian Ladies' Championship at Werribee Clay Target Club. In 2015 she competed in her first international competition, finishing 23rd in the junior world championships and 6th in the ISSF junior cup. In early 2016 she became the youngest winner of the Australian National Skeet Championship at the age of 15. Aislin Jones represented Australia in Women's Skeet at the Rio Olympic Games in 2016, finishing in 17th place. She was the second youngest Australian athlete, and the youngest of the 390 shooting athletes from around the world. At 16 years of age, she was also the youngest Australian shooter ever to compete at any Olympic Games In October 2017 she broke the Oceania Women's Skeet, junior and senior record and in January 2018, at the Australian Nationals in Echuca she won the Commonwealth championship, Australian Championship and High Gun. In March 2018 she won her first ISSF gold medal at the Junior World Cup in Sydney. She has been named in the Australian shooting team for the 2018 Commonwealth Games and finished 6th, after finishing second in the qualifying round.

Jason Spencer lives and breathes eating what you hunt, so much so that Jason has turned a hobby into a lifestyle, making the best of what he hunts. Jason has managed to avoid purchasing meat for many years and doesn't plan to change that anytime soon.   Two books and numerous cooking shows, Jason also has a passion for sharing what he loves. Tobie and Jason talk about where it all came from, where he hopes to go and a few hunting stories in between. 

2022 Deer season was going to be something special with a couple of good moisture seasons in a row and it didn't disappoint. Craig, Jake, Shannon & Matt sit around the table and share a few yarns from Red Deer Camp of 2022.

Well guys we are back and continuing where we left off with Jake sitting down with Clark McGhie once again and discussing the topics no body wants to mention.  For the future of what we love, we must take note no matter what side of the fence you stand on, we all need to stand as one!!! Hope you enjoy what we have to come!!! #sponsoredbyus

This week, Jake sits down with Clark McGhie for what is an incredible insight and forewarning of the importance of ensuring hunting is preserved for generations to come.  Clark's first hand management is 2nd to a very few and we ask everyone to really listen to the incredible passion in his voice.  We really hope you enjoy this one!! Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com for your nearest Zeiss stockist

Doing our best to help with boredom during the VIC lockdown with another new episode. Rob Herbert and Brad Murphy sit and talk all things hunting, archery and life. Brad is no stranger to the podcast and always brings great content and info for the aspiring archer. Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com for your nearest Zeiss stockist . . #ridgelineaustralia #zeissoptics #podcast #hcdu #australia #mates     

We're Back!!!! After a week chasing deer in the hills of NSW, the boys catch up on the way to the airport and recap on the recent events, few stories and the "Boar"!! Hope you enjoy this one!! Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com for your nearest Zeiss stockist . . #ridgelineaustralia #zeissoptics #podcast #hcdu #australia #mates 

Tony Ibrahims love of the outdoors and hunting has been a life long passion. Starting his career as a recognized professional in the taxidermy game , Tonys first mounts were his own. He started buying capes and antlers to do more and more to the point that he is at now, competing at all levels and shows to constantly improve his art. During this interview Tony outlays the steps required from the preparation phase prior to your hunt all the way through to picking up your mount.  Sit back and enjoy as we cover as many angles as possible in a short hour.... Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com for your nearest Zeiss stockist . . #ridgelineaustralia #zeissoptics #podcast #hcdu #australia #mates

This week Jake catches up with Rhys Bosley A very interesting conversation with Rhys being very familiar with government polices in his line of work and is a huge advocate for State Forest hunting in QLD. Rhys and Jake work through the pros and cons of hunting in QLD and comparing it to the likes of NSW and VIC.  Rhys is a great voice for hunting in QLD and for all of us Australia wide. Be sure to follow State Forest Hunting for Queensland & Queensland State Forest User Alliance on Facebook to show your support and read further information. . References from Rhys -  Following references to the podcast.    This is the study of hunting accidents that I refer to as the "SSAA study" in the podcast. It was actually produced for the former NSW Game Council, it is posted on the SSAA website. https://ssaa.org.au/news-resources/hunting/australian-external-cause-deaths-while-engaged-in-hunting-activities-report This is the study that I refer to as the "ADA Study" in the podcast, highlighting the potential for recreational hunters to help sustainably manage deer.  https://cog-live.s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/n/1446/2020/Oct/07/xVtzod3e0S7Txb0peReJ.pdf?fbclid=IwAR0tPyIssx3EwXHrfy2zFErUzu87bnzbgTF_5UkhFET8AyZAKlRziX77avQ Here is the NSW study on the economic impact of recreational hunting in state forests, from 2017. https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0007/723454/economic-impact-of-recreational-hunting-in-nsw.pdf Here is the 2019 Australian government study on the economic impact of hunting (all hunting, not just state forests), which was advocated for by the SSAA.   https://www1.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/ADE1F41517817F2ACA2584770015A21D/$File/Report-Economic-and-social-impacts-of-recreational-hunting-and-shooting.pd   Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com for your nearest Zeiss stockist . #ridgelineaustralia #zeissoptics #podcast #hcdu #australia #mates

This week Craig catches up with good mate Jake Gasparovski to kick off the 2021 season. We jump around a bit on this one but hopefully you get something out of it before we get back into more episodes in the following weeks. If you want to know more about some of the hunting we talk about in the US and are keen to do so yourself in the future, fill out the form in the following link and Jordan from The DRAW or one of the team will contact you. www.wearethedraw.com/hunting-camp-downunder-podcast Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their new line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com for your nearest Zeiss stockist . . #ridgelineaustralia #zeissoptics #podcast #hcdu #australia #mates

This week Craig catches up with Jordan Christensen & Casey Kuehnlenz of 'The Draw', a Tag Application and Hunting Consulting Service based in New Mexico, USA. As you know Im hooked on hunting the US, from Elk and Mule Deer to Mountain Goat and sheep. Jordan and Casey know everything I do and a load more when it comes to where and how to hunt the species when it comes to tags, outfitters, seasons, weapon type and the list goes on. This episode may not be for everyone but if you have ever thought about hunting elk or the likes once in your life, then you should probably hear this one out. If you want to know more, fill out the form in the following link and Jordan or one of the team will contact you. www.wearethedraw.com/hunting-camp-downunder-podcast . Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their new line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com for your nearest Zeiss stockist . . #ridgelineaustralia #zeissoptics #podcast #hcdu #australia #mates

During this episode Rob Herbert catches up with the Strecker Family to talk all things hound hunting in Victoria.  The Strecker’s have three generations actively hunting over their hounds pursuing the elusive Sambar Deer that inhabits the Victorian High Country.  Throughout the episode Rob asks many questions about breeds, history, hunt and social aspect of living “hounds” ...... Enjoy!!! . NB: Apologies for missing mic not being turned on.   Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their new 2020 line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com for your nearest Zeiss stockist

This week Craig is joined by Robbie Kroger of Blood Origins.  Now if your a hunter, non-hunter, wife or husband of a hunter and don’t know Blood Origins….. Then you need too!!!! Robbie has founded one of the most influential platforms for the hunters voice to date and they’re only just getting started. Robbie also used this episode to launch something special for Australia. So please sit back and enjoy and be sure give @bloodorigins a follow on Instagram and Facebook. Hope you enjoy this one!!!! . Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their new 2020 line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com for your nearest Zeiss stockistB

New Episode - Matt Walker .This week Craig is joined by Matt Walker of Patriot Hunter Australia. Matt and Craig first met in Bendigo at the Wild Deer expo where Matt’s keenness, along with his best mate Josh, was quickly recognised. ..Finding hunting later in life than some, Matt is fully absorbed in the lifestyle and it has helped him through times thick and thin of recent years. ..Hope you enjoy this one!!!!..Be sure to follow @patriothunteraustralia on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube and show them some support. ..Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their new 2020 line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com for your nearest Zeiss stockist..#ridgelineaustralia#zeissoptics#podcast#hcdu#australia#mates

New Episode - Rodney “Bullbar” Hailes . Well this one is well overdue. Sitting in Hunting Camp last weekend, Craig along with Lonnie Broekman sit down with Craig’s old man Rod and hear some yarns of the good old days.  . . This one is unfiltered, and you certainly get why Craig has hunting in his blood. Rod is old school and seen many years with a bow and rifle in hand. Some great stories a few laughs with a bit of fishing thrown in.  . . Hope you enjoy this one!!!! . . Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their new 2020 line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com for your nearest Zeiss stockist . . #ridgelineaustralia #zeissoptics #podcast #hcdu #australia #mates

New Episode - James Doumtsis . 25yr old James Doumtsis is a sucker for the hunt. A qualified veterinarian James has recently cut ties with full time work to join his twin brother Ayden (former guest - episode 14) in North QLD to pursue a wilder life.  . . In this episode James and Tobie talk solo all nighters hunting tahr in NZ, having your hand up a cows arse and what it's like being raised a hunter.  . . Follow James on Instagram @jamesdoumtsisoutdoors and also @spottedsafaris and @twinelements, big things to come on film!! . . Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their new 2020 line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com for your nearest Zeiss stockist . . #ridgelineaustralia #zeissoptics #podcast #hcdu #australia #mate

New Episode - Craig & Tobie . Last weekend we got out for our first hunt together for 2020. . As we killed some time on the side of the mountain, we thought we should record our rambles and share a few thoughts and what we have both been up to in the past few months .  A good hunt with 2 good mates and plenty of laughs. . Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their new 2020 line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com for your nearest Zeiss stockist . . #ridgelineaustralia #zeissoptics #podcast #hcdu #australia  #mates

New Episode - Zubtec Hunting . This Week Tobie Sits down around the camp fire with the boys from Zubtec Hunting, Jarryd and Nick . Two extremely enthusiastic hunters who since their school days have shares many a campfire chasing everything from wild boar in northern NSW to majestic reds in Poland. They talk hunting pigs with thermal imaging, out-smarting old boars and how to not shit your pants in a tree stand. .  A great yarn around the campfire which truely sets the seen. . Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their new 2020 line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com for your nearest Zeiss stockist . . #ridgelineaustralia #zeissoptics #podcast #hcdu #australia  #mates

This Week Tobie sits down with Timmy Turtle.  In a past life Timmy was Australia’s top marathon kayaker but soon realised there may be more to life than spending all his time training and studying.  Timmy Still spends his days on the water but now he has a line in hand and makes his living off youtube.  He's cracked the code some would say as he travels the east coast of Australia flicking lures into every river and stream he feels like. Follow Timmys adventures @timmyturtle_official on Instagram and Timmy Turtle on YouTube.  You tube link https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCeeFgz9QforYs5vjgwcHCLg . . Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their new 2020 line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com for your nearest Zeiss stockist . . #ridgelineaustralia #zeissoptics #podcast #hcdu #australia  #mates

New Episode - Mel Kirley  . On this episode Craig chats Mel Kirley, passionate hunter and gun owner and manager of Mansfield Hunting & Fishing Store.  . Mel shares her stories of growing up in a well known hunting family but also the journeys of competing at National Level for trap shooting and all that goes with it.  . After a tough few weeks with the COVID closures and the VIC governments decision to put holds on all firearm sales, Mel share hers frustration and worry of not having a solid body who can share our voice.  . A great conversation, few laughs and a few points that us hunters need to take note of.  . Visit https://www.mansfieldhuntingandfishing.com.au and be sure to support and follow @mansfieldhuntingandfishing and Mel’s adventures @melaniekirley . Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their new 2020 line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com for your nearest Zeiss stockist . . #ridgelineaustralia #zeissoptics #podcast #hcdu #australia  #mates

New Episode - Harry Watson  . On this episode Craig is joined Harry Watson, passionate bowhunter and owner of Jackall Australia. . Harry shares some awesome stories, from hunting Chital Deer in his home state of QLD to pursuing Caribou and giant Moose in the tundra of Alaska. . Harry is also very well known in the fishing scene, not just as the owner of Jackall Australia, but for guiding on the dams in southern QLD for bass and also a very accomplished tournament angler in the popular ABT series for Bass & Barra . Awesome stories and a few tips along the way. . Be sure to check out @jackallaustralia and follow Harry’s hunting @ihuntnfish . Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their new 2020 line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com for your nearest Zeiss stockist . . #ridgelineaustralia #zeissoptics #podcast #hcdu #australia  #mates

On this episode Craig is joined by Nick & Missy Sartori of Victoria, Australia...A great conversation with a young couple who live and breath hunting and the benefits from it with fresh meat for the table and endless adventures. ..When they first met, hunting wasn’t something that Missy was familiar with, but it shows that she has been shown the true culture of it by Nick and its now a major part of her life. ..Nick is a very accomplished hunter, knowing nothing different from an early age. ..A great conversation about hunting life. .. Follow their adventures Nick - @eat.hunt.sleep and Mariska - @mrs.eat.hunt.sleep..Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their new 2020 line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com for your nearest Zeiss stockist.. #ridgelineaustralia#zeissoptics#podcast#hcdu#australia #mates

On this episode Craig is joined by Mark Pitts of Marksman Quivers. Born in England, Mark moved to Australia for no other reason than to peruse his passion for hunting with a bow. On his journey, he was fortunate to meet some of Australia’s best with a big help from what was the Australian Bowhunting Forum. Mark has turned his passion into a small business and building arrows quivers for traditional bows, which are works of art. A great conversation about gear, hunting New Zealand’s Fiordland and more. Be sure to check out Marks work at www.marksmanquivers.com or @marksmanquivers Thank you to @ridgelineaustralia and @osaaustralia and Ziesshunting for their support of the podcast. Be sure to check out their new 2020 line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au and www.osaaustralia.com your nearest Zeiss stockist. #ridgelineaustralia#zeissoptics#podcast#hcdu#australia #mates

On this episode Craig jumps on the Beach, Bush & Business Podcast with Matty Sloan and opens up about podcasting, being busy, balancing hobbies & business and managing it all at once "or not" Thanks to Ridgeline Australia for their support of the podcast, be sure to check out their new 2020 line at www.ridgelineaustralia.com.au

Ryan O'Conner is an Optometrist and born again hunter. Living in the north island of NZ he is interested all things healthy living. . After a brief exit from a hunting pastime while at uni, Ryan soon found himself back in the mountains chasing a meal. Ryan hosts "The Stags Roar" Podcast which has evolved into a hunter orientated podcast. Its fast becoming the place NZ hunters and others alike can put their views and opinions across and listen to those in the know. . Tobie and Ryan have a general conversation as mates and touch on a lot of different aspects of NZ hunting and life in general.. Be sure to follow @thestagroar and subscribe to The Stag Roar Podcast on your favourite podcast platform #podcast#hcdu#australia #mates#newzealand #anzacs #thestagroarpodcast

This week Ben Salleras joins us again on the podcast to introduce his new venture, “Silent Pursuits” Ben is not only the nicest and most genuine bloke one could ever know, but a very accomplished bowhunter around the world. Including many European countries where he has harvested an array of species including the new Archery World Record Fallow Buck he took in Bulgaria. As always, Benny shares a few good stories and his love for adventure shines through the conversation. Be sure to check out @silentpursuits on instagram of if your interested in a booking a hunt with Ben then shoot him an email at silentpursuits@gmail.com Its always a pleasure catching up with Benny and I hope you enjoy this episode. #podcast #silentpursuits #hcdu #australia  #mates #kifaru #kifarulife #kifaruaustralia

Thanks for joining us for another HCDU episode. Early in 2019 Rob Herbert on his annual trip to the US, caught up with Aron Snyder & Frank Peralta of Kifaru International.  Rob discusses with Aron as the President of Kifaru what “Kifaru” is in ethos, product  and direction.  It’s a good discussion that evolves into what common ground American and Australian hunters share and how international friendships and ties are growing every year within the community. As always, a few laughs and a very poor attempt of Aron and Frank talking Aussie slang. Enjoy!!! #podcast #hcdu #australia  #mates #kifaru #kifaruaustralia

*Language Warning*   Happy Australia Day Folks Welcome to the first episode of 2020 and what a great way to start. This week Tobie heads to Perth to catch up with two of the best in the west, Graham Cahill and Ben chambers!  Graham Cahill is a journalist who is most well know for his long term involvement in 4WD Action. Grahams life evolves around the Aussie bush and doing what he can to spend the most time in it. As an avid bow hunter Graham happen to find himself slinging arrows along side Ben Chambers, the only bow hunter to ever complete an ABA grand slam in 12 months!! Even with 3ft difference in height this odd couple  have been mates ever since. The boys touch on the finer things in life like being vertically challenged in long grass, assembling tents naked in the rain and stepping over your mates fresh poo to shoot a buck.  It's a long one folks so settle in and get ready for a laugh. 

This week on HCDU Tobie catches up with Adam Kavanagh.  . Adam has spent the last 6 years looking for ways to improve his life, in his early 20's, Adam suffered some serious health issues which intern effected his mental health, he hit rock bottom.  . Armed with the belief that you can heal yourself, he set out on a life changing journey to better his health through simple diet and lifestyle changes. From living in the remote north and hunting with Aboriginals, to spending time with Australia's leaders in holistic health.  . Adam's goal is now to provide the same help to others while continuing his own education. .   #podcast #hcdu #hunter #hunting #australia #menshealth #itsoknottobeok #reachout #listen

This week on HCDU Craig catches up with good mate Jake Gasparovski. . Jake had not long returned from fulfilling a life long dream of hunting Elk in the US. After spending 4 weeks in Montana, joined by his dad and 2 mates, Jake experienced a trip of a lifetime and has lit the fire for round #2 in 2020. . Jake was successful on taking a magnificent Pronghorn Antelope and a solid Black Bear and witnessed some incredible Elk and Mule Deer. . As we already look forward to 2020, this one certainly doesn't help, haha!!! . Always good catching up with good friends and talking hunting, enjoy!!! #podcast #hcdu #hunter #hunting #australia

This week on HCDU Josh Rogers catches up with Jesse Polkinghorne in the heart of Sambar Deer country. . Following a successful hunt where Josh takes a wild dog, the boys sit down and catch up for a good yarn.. . Jesse is a self confessed deer addict, mad keen hunter with either gun or bow and recently jumped right into the long rifle game and doesn’t mind chasing the old Murray Cod either. . Jesse owns and operates and successful metal fabrication business which takes up a little more hunting time than he wants but makes it work. . This one is an easy and enjoyable listen, enjoy!!!! . #podcast #hcdu #hunter #hunting #australia #rifle #longrange

This week on HCDU, Craig & Josh revisit their Mule Deer hunt in the high desert country of Nevada after a few weeks being home. . The boys share thoughts on the experience, talk about a few things they may have done differently, lessons learnt and as always have a good laugh. . We hope you enjoy the episode as much as we did creating it. .    #podcast #hcdu #hunter #hunting #america #australia #worldhunter #kifaru

This week on HCDU is Craig's semi-live recap of his Mule Deer hunt in the high desert country of Nevada. . On this trip Craig was joined by close friend and Co-host Josh Rogers. Recording from camp and as the days tick away, the boys start going a little stir crazy and the shenanigans begin. . The high country desert of Nevada is a brutal climate with hot, dry, windy conditions throughout the day and dropping to almost freezing temps at night. . The Mule Deer that inhabit the area are extremely wary, evading predators every minute of the day and have very little movement throughout daylight hours making hunting these elusive deer challenging with the bow. . We have edited this one a little differently and hopefully you get to feel like you're  on the hunt with us. .       #podcast #hcdu #hunter #hunting #america #australia #worldhunter #kifaru

On this weeks episode, Herbie is joined by South Cox of Stalker Stickbows, in South’s home in Colorado. South Cox’s interest in archery started at the age of five when he found an old wood recurve under a neighbour’s house. Despite having no mentor and growing up in a vegetarian family during his younger years, the instincts of the hunter ran deep.  At 16, he shot his first deer with a bow, cementing a lifetime commitment to the sport. In 2007, with 20 years of professional woodworking experience, South took over Stalker Recurves, reviving a company that had been dormant for the better part of a decade. Combining both of his passions; a profound love of woodworking and archery, he enthusiastically dove into the new venture. His keen eye for detail and diligent work ethic can easily be recognized in the artistic changes, additions and technical advances in the bow lines.  In 1989, South’s first bowhunting article was published, spawning a new career that would eventually have him published in a half dozen different archery magazines, contributing to a couple of bowhunting books and earning him a position as Field Editor of Eastmans’ Bowhunting Journal, a position that he still maintains. In 2012, with the blessing of his wonderful wife Kyri, after 25 years in construction, South decided to “retire” and take up bow building full time. Between writing and bow building, he is now fully immersed in the hunting industry, truly “living the dream!”. #stalkerstickbows #podcast #hcdu #hunter #hunting #america #australia #worldhunter #traditionalarchery #kifaru

Part 2 of last weeks episode, Tobie Hynes sits down with Pat Tydings of Boulder Creek Archery..In May of this year Pat returned to New Zealand for his annual adventure to the unforgiving West Coast of NZ’s South Island in pursuit of Tahr. Tobie also joined him on this trip for his first experience of the West Coast..The boys recount their very eventful trip with plenty of great tips and techniques to be taken out of it along with some great stories of hairy moments..If this episode doesn’t get you keen to hit the mountains of New Zealand, I don’t know what will..#podcast#hcdu#hunter#hunting#newzealand#australia