Episodes
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
Published 11/22/24
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 as well!
Published 11/22/24
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 followed by a discussion about the not so deadly Platypus and people getting attacked by Otters!
To...
Published 11/08/24
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.
Published 11/02/24
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 they figure out what exactly is a gaucho, and of course talk about what’s next on the hunting...
Published 10/25/24
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 BIG, BIG, BIG event!
A very special thanks to Beretta Australia, Valhalla Tactical, ZOLEO,...
Published 10/11/24
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?
Published 09/19/24
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.
Published 09/12/24
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.
Published 09/05/24
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 from shooting, travel and the importance of positioning hunting in a positive light now and for...
Published 08/23/24
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
Published 08/15/24
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 turns to shotgunning and Ian’s recent, and ongoing success as a sporting shooter.
Enjoy
The Campfire...
Published 08/02/24
So 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!
Published 07/12/24
Tonight, 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!
Published 06/28/24
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...
Published 06/21/24
Tonight, 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...
Published 06/16/24
Tonight, 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
Published 06/06/24
Tonight, 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.
Published 05/31/24
Tonight, 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…
Published 05/24/24
Hunt Camp, Hunt Camp, Hunt Camp - it's time to talk about Hunt Camp 2024.
Published 05/16/24
Tonight 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.
Published 05/10/24
Tonight, 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
Published 05/03/24
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...
Published 04/12/24
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!
Published 04/05/24