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Benelli Lupo launches in Australia
Great news for fans of Benelli shotguns, the company has just launched their first bolt-action rifle – the LUPO – which is now available in Australia.
What is the difference between field glasses and binoculars?
Field glasses and binoculars are devices that magnify distant objects to help you see more clearly. But what is the difference between them?
Is hunting under attack?
If you have ever doubted that hunting is under attack, you only have to take a quick look back over our social media posts from the last two months that show numerous examples of inflammatory media headlines, onerous government legislation and discriminatory acts by commercial businesses all aimed at recreational hunting and shooting.
How to de-flesh a deer hide
Do you enjoy tanning a deer hide but hate getting all that flesh off? In this tutorial, we show you a simple way to deflesh a hide using a pressure washer.
Scotch Eggs with Rabbit
Do you love scotch eggs? Ever tried to make them using game meats? In this recipe, we show how to make scotch eggs with rabbit meat.
Episode 13, Season 1
In this episode of I Am Hunter, we explore the different styles of crop protection hunting and the purposes they play in protecting food sources.
Episode 12, Season 1
In this episode of I Am Hunter, we are back in New Zealand where Jess hunts a beautiful free range fallow buck, and Hayden, a farmer from Victoria, hunts his first red stag.
Episode 11, Season 1
In this episode of I Am Hunter, it’s all about hunting with kids. From Jess taking her 7 year old out to teach him tracking skills to 4 year old Lily seeing deer for the first time.
Episode 10, Season 1
In this episode of I Am Hunter, we show the link between hunting and fishing by using possum hunt to tie flies for fly fishing.
Episode 9, Season 1
In this episode of I Am Hunter, Rod and Jess are back in the Northern Territory hunting some angry old scrub bulls.
Episode 8, Season 1
In this episode of I Am Hunter, we look at hunting controversial species like the mountain zebra in Africa or the Sulfur-crested cockatoo in Australia.
The difference between hunting and poaching
Hunting and poaching. They are two words that have somehow become synonymous with each other. But are they the same thing, or are they wildly different? In this article, we will look at the main differences between hunting and poaching, and show how one gives back to wildlife while the other takes indiscriminately.
Do people really hunt zebra?
There’s no denying zebra are iconic to the African continent. It’s hard to think about Africa without imagining a herd of black and white striped zebra grazing across the open plains. Maybe that’s why some find it so hard to imagine why anyone could want to kill one. After all, why would anyone want to hunt a zebra? In this article, we’ll explore some of the common questions people have about hunting zebra and look at how hunting and conservation often go hand-in-hand.
Culling cockies
Cockatoos are not only synonymous with the Australian bush, they are a much-favoured addition to aviaries around the world. Despite being protected, they can still be killed under crop protection permits. In this article, we explore why cockatoos are culled, and why anyone would want to kill such an iconic bird.
Is hunting an ethical way to eat?
In this article, we explore whether hunting is an ethical, organic and sustainable way to eat, and why we have chosen to adopt it.
Game species of Australia
As a new hunter, navigating the complex rules of hunting can be quite a challenge, especially when it comes to figuring out what species can be legally hunted in Australia. This is compounded by the fact that every state and territory seems to have different rules and regulations surrounding wildlife classifications. One state’s feral pest is another state’s partly protected game species. Add native wildlife to the mix and things get even more complicated. In this article, we provide some information on the different game species of Australia, as well as where and how they can be hunted.
How to make soap using animal fat
Ever wondered to do with animal fat? Did you know you can make beautiful homemade soaps out of it? In this article, we give you the low down on making tallow soap.
Who will protect your freedoms?
On Saturday 1 May 2021, Tasmanians go to the polls to choose their next government and to decide who will stand up for them in
SFF Tasmania to go to the polls with nine candidates
When Tasmania goes to the polls on Saturday 1 May 2021, the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party of Tasmania (SFF Tasmania) will have nine candidates
Can you hunt deer in the rain?
Can you hunt deer in the rain, and do the benefits outweigh the inconvenience of getting wet? In short, yes, you can and yes they do.
Duck hunting gets green light in Tasmania
Great news for Tasmanian duck hunters with the Tasmanian government announcing a green light for the 2021 duck hunting season.
Tasmania announces changes to cat management laws
The Tasmanian government announced important changes to its Cat Management Act today but does it have enough claws to protect Tasmania’s most vulnerable wildlife?
New firearms added to prohibited list in Tasmania
The Tasmanian Firearms Services have published a new list of prohibited firearms. Check out this article to see what is banned, and what is allowed.
Bookings now open for fallow does in Tasmania
In 2021, the fallow doe season (antlerless deer) is being run a little differently to previous years. Instead of being issued doe tags, or applying
HuntShack banned from Facebook due to proposed laws
For anyone in Australia this is ‘old news’, but as of this morning Facebook has pulled all news services from it’s platform and effective immediately
Meddick targets bow hunters
Andy Meddick uses an horrific crime to target lawful bowhunters with an unjust witch hunt to ban bow hunting.
Green lies and muddy waters surround duck hunting in Tasmania
The anti-duck-hunting crowd is out in force trying to stir up trouble by muddying the waters but thankfully many are starting to call out their green lies.
How to field dress a hare
In this short I Am Hunter tutorial, learn how to field dress a hare for meat.
2021 Tasmania hunting season
In this I Am Hunter article, we provide the key dates for the Tasmania hunting season 2021 for stags, antlerless deer, wallabies and ducks.
Episode 7, Season 1
In this episode of I Am Hunter, you will see Rod, Jess and Tash taking part in a driven hunt for wallabies in Tasmania using dogs.
Episode 6, Season 1
In this episode of I Am Hunter, Rod and Jess are hunting water buffalo on Aboriginal lands in the Northern Territory.
Episode 5, Season 1
In this episode of I Am Hunter, Tash spends four days in Limpopo Province in South Africa, hunting a nyala with her bow.
Episode 4, Season 1
In this episode of I Am Hunter, Rod heads to Victoria with his mate, Nath to hunt sambar deer for the freezer.
Episode 3, Season 1
In this episode, Tash hunts a fallow deer with her bow back when there was still a loop hole that allowed bow hunting in Tasmania.
Episode 2, Season 1
In this episode of I Am Hunter, Rod, Jess and Tash hunt a blue wildebeest in the Free State of South Africa.
Episode 1, Season 1
In this episode of I Am Hunter, Jess hunts a big old red deer stag carrying 16 hinds during the Roar in New Zealand.
Important changes to the 2021 Tasmania deer hunting season
The Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment (DPIPWE) have announced some important changes for the 2021 Tasmanian Deer Hunting Season. 2021 Male Deer
A Hunter’s Gift Guide
Looking for some gift ideas for the hunters, fishers and outdoors people in your life? Look no further than this handy gift guide.
Duck hunting under threat in Victoria
Today, the future of duck hunting came under fire in Victoria when Andy Meddick of the Animal Justice Party put forward a bill asking the Victorian
Tasmanian Wild Fallow Deer Management Plan Project
DPIPWE will hold public information sessions to discuss future plans for the management of wild fallow deer populations in Tasmania.
Slow cooked Panang rabbit curry
This slow cooked Panang rabbit curry is perfect for a cold winter night to warm the whole family. It’s not too spicy but has so much flavour. We used the leg meat from both rabbit and hares and slow cooked it to make sure the meat was super soft.
How to spot and stalk hunt
Spot and stalk hunting is an important element in ethical, fair chase hunting. Animals are perfectly adapted to their environment. They blend in and have much better senses that humans, which can make it a challenge getting in close. In this article, I want to show you how to spot and stalk hunt using a few simple techniques I use when I’m hunting wild game.
How to choose your arrows
There is a lot of information that goes into choosing the right arrows for bow hunting. In this article, we try to simplify the process to help you get it right.
How to field dress a goat without gutting it (members-only content)
The most obvious way to field dress a goat for meat would be to gut it and then break it down into the cuts of meat, like we did for a kangaroo in this video.
Sometimes it doesn’t make sense to do that though and if you’re new to hunting, having to gut an animal can be messy and a little confronting – which is totally understandable.
Here is a method that we filmed while attending the Game Hunters Association of Australia Hunter Education course.
Can hunting aid Kenya’s economy post Covid?
In 1977, Kenya banned trophy hunting and pinned its economic hopes on tourism, believing photographic tourism to be more sustainable in the long run than hunting tourism. Enter 2020 and a global pandemic that hasn’t just impacted the health of millions of people around the world; it has also decimated the tourism industry. Kenyan based conservation scientist Dennis Ombaki believes there should be a place for well regulated hunting to help Kenya rebuild and provide much-needed economic aid to Africa post Covid-19.
3 reasons hunter education should be taught in schools
There are 3 main reasons why hunter education should be taught to children in schools. 1. Children learn a healthy respect for firearms that will help them as they get older. 2. Children learn where food comes from. 3. Children learn how to source food for themselves.
Why hunting is necessary for true conservation
The Hon. Robert Borsak, SFFP spoke to members of the NSW parliament about animal control and why hunting is necessary for true conservation.
Learning to bow hunt – part 1
Learning to bow hunt is challenging and rewarding, especially as a female bowhunter. But as difficult as it is, bowhunting is definitely worth the effort.
Is anti-hunting a new form of colonialism?
Is anti-hunting a new form of colonialism? John Ogilvie discusses Western governments and activists opposing legal hunting programs in Africa.
Could Covid put hunting back on the map?
There’s been renewed interest in learning to hunt due to Covid. Could a global pandemic really be the thing that puts hunting back on the map?
How to sight in a rifle (the dodgy way)
https://youtu.be/u_I1bCpikXM So by now you’ve probably watched dad’s unboxing and review of the Burris XTR II 3-15×50. After dad mounted it on the new Tikka
Burris XTR II 3-15×50 Review
In this video, I review the Burris XTR II 3-15×50 scope with Burris XTR Signature Rings, which is mounted on a Tikka T3x CTR in .223 Remington.
Why African lives matter
African lives matter too. An open letter to British celebs has accused them of undermining human rights and putting animals over people by trying to ban hunting.
Victorian deer hunters living in Stage 3 restriction areas not able to travel to hunt
Tens of thousands of licensed Victorian deer hunters living in Stage 3 restriction areas will not be able to travel outside their local municipality to hunt or fish under strict new Coronavirus rules.
Wallaby hunting under fire
Wallaby hunting has come under fire in Tasmania. In this article, we look at why hunting remains one of the best methods for controlling wildlife numbers.
How to apply for a firearms licence in Victoria
The first step to learning to hunt is getting your firearms licence. In this article, we explain how to apply for a firearms lience in Victoria.
Reloading your own ammunition: Part 1 (members-only content)
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Eating the feral animal problem
Meat has become a scapegoat for so many of the world’s problems, blamed for everything from cancer to climate change. Is eating meat the problem,
Jess’ Favourite Gear
Good women’s camo gear used to be really hard to come by. It was all bright pink or didn’t fit properly at all. Over the last few years though, with more and more women getting into hunting, a lot of brands have made huge improvements to their product lines.
South Africa’s game reserves provide meat to struggling communities
In South Africa, privately owned game reserves and safari parks have long provided the lion’s share of employment in rural areas but with Covid-19 bringing tourism to a standstill and causing historic unemployment, South Africa’s game reserves now provide the lion’s share of meat to those same struggling local communities.
Venison neck slow cooked curry
This slow cooked venison neck curry is perfect for a cold winter night to warm the whole family. It’s not too spicy but has so much flavour. Using the neck of the deer for this makes for the most tender, juicy, fall-apart meat.
Roast Venison Shoulder
Shoulder is by far the best cut of meat for a long, slow roast. Rump can tend to dry out a bit and neck is
The Politically Incorrect Guide to Hunting
The Politically Incorrect Guide to Hunting by Frank Miniter is a must-read book for anyone who wants to be able to defend hunting against anti-hunters.
How to apply for a firearms licence in Tasmania
If you want to start hunting or target shooting, the first step is to get your firearm’s license. But figuring out how to apply for
How to clean a deer skull (members-only content)
In this quick tutorial, we show you how to clean a deer skull using simple ingredients you should have at home.
Just another head on the wall?
Trophy hunting is often seen as an egotistical activity where the hunter just wants another head on the wall. But there is more to taking a head than pride, as Jess explains in this short article.
Public land hunting opens in Tasmania
Great news with the Tasmanian government announcing that public land will open on Friday 5 June at 3pm as part of Stage 2 restrictions.
Beretta Australia announces 9 new Tikka rifles
Have you been climbing the walls during isolation, itching to get back out hunting? Beretta Australia has just the thing to scratch that itchy trigger finger, announcing the release of nine new Tikka rifles. This release coincides perfectly with the resumption of hunting activities in many Australian states. The new models are for the Tikka T3x and Tikka T1x platforms and will be available in early August.
How to make a loaf of bread from scratch
There’s nothing better than a nice, fresh loaf of home made bread to accompany wild game foods. In this recipe, learn how to make bread from scratch.
How to clean your rifle (members-only content)
Learn how to clean a rifle in this quick video tutorial with Jess and Tash.
8 reasons why deer meat tastes bad
Have you ever wondered why venison tastes bad? Do you find the meat too tough? Is the flavour too gamey? Chances are that you’re making one of these 8 mistakes when processing your venison.
Free Burris scope offer for farmers
We always love a good freebie, but a freebie for a good cause… that’s even better! Beretta Australia has Aussie farmers in their sights with their free scope offer for farmers with selected rifle purchases.
BBQ Pulled Venison Neck
Forget the pork. Get some venison on your fork with this BBQ pulled venison recipe. We serve it with a side of coleslaw and homemade sliders.
Venison in black bean sauce with fried rice
We thought that you really couldn’t beat a good beef in black bean sauce from the local Chinese restaurant. It turns out you can. If you can get your hands on some prime venison backstrap (AKA back steaks if you’re a kiwi or eye fillet if you bought it from a shop), we promise you that you’ll struggle to justify ordering it with beef ever again.
How to de-bone a deer shoulder
Ever wondered how to de-bone a deer shoulder? Jess shows you how in this quick video tutorial.
Social distancing for hunters
The whole world is talking social distancing like it’s a new thing. But social distancing for hunters is something we have been actively practicing for years. Forget 1.5m distance; when I head out bush, I prefer to keep at least 1.5kms between me and the nearest person. There’s no better feeling than being alone out there with nature, far away from the maddening crowds.
Hunting changes in Australia for Covid-19
In Australia, hunting is managed by each state, which can result in conflicting messages. We compiled the hunting rules by Australian state during Covid-19.
New information on hunting in Tasmania during Covid-19 lockdown
BREAKING NEWS TASMANIA: The Tasmanian government have released new information relating to hunting and fishing in Tasmania during the Covid-19 lockdown. Read on to find out what you can and can’t do while hunting and fishing.
Premier Gutwein says hunting and fishing okay
BREAKING NEWS TASMANIA: Today, Premier Gutwein said hunting and fishing were okay during lockdown. Find out what this means.
Can you hunt and fish during the lockdown?
BREAKING NEWS TASMANIA: Tasmania announces 4 week lockdown of all residents. Find out what this means for hunting and fishing.
Public land hunting in Tassie closes early due to Covid-19
Due to Covid-19, the Tasmania government has announced that all public land hunting is now closed.
Ridgeline Monsoon Anorak Review
Interested to see how the Ridgeline Monsoon Anorak performs in the rain? In this video review, Tash puts its waterproofing capablity to the test.
5 steps to learn to hunt
All hunters start at the beginning and must learn to hunt. In this article, we provide 5 practical tips for those who want to learn to hunt.
Why hunters smile
Have you ever wondered why hunters smile in photos with dead animals? Find out why hunters smile after killing an animal and why it is not a bad thing.
How to field dress a kangaroo (members-only content)
In this video tutorial, learn how to field dress and gut an Eastern Grey Kangaroo for meat.
Tasmania hunting season 2020
Are you looking for information on the 2020 Tasmania hunting season? With the new changes to the Tassie deer season, we will have 39 weeks
Christmas gift ideas for men
With Christmas almost upon us, we have come up with some special hunting inspired gift ideas for men for the hunter in your life.
Understanding changes to fallow deer hunting in Tasmania
From the start of the 2020 Tasmanian deer season, recreational hunters will no longer require tags for antlerless deer. But this has led to some confusion from hunters who aren’t quite sure if the requirements around processing deer have also changed. We find out the answers.
Aussie light horse troop to assist with anti-poaching
Two members of the 7th Light Horse Troop in Gundagai will travel to South Africa to assist in training members of the wild mounted anti-poaching unit.
6 common myths about hunting
In this article, we look at 6 common myths about hunting such as hunters hate animals, we don’t need to hunt, hunting is cruel, only humans kill for fun, humans have an unfair advantage, hunting kills endangered animals.
Slow cooked venison with gin
We love to experiment with cooking wild game. In this I Am Hunter recipe, learn how to make a delicious slow cooked casserole using venison and gin.
How 55 elephants were killed with kindness
In this article, find out how 55 elephants were killed with kindness in Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe, and how their deaths could have been avoided.
Activists fail to save a rhinoceros and 10 giraffes
What happens when the world’s most vocal anti-hunting celebrities and animal activists are invited to save a rare rhinoceros and 10 Angolan giraffes from being hunted? Nothing. That’s right – they did not lift a finger and failed to save the wildlife.
Venison lasagne
Learn how to make a delicious Italian lasagne using minced game meats including venison, kangaroo and buffalo.
Spaghetti bolognese with venison
Recipe for a delicious Italian spaghetti bolognese using minced game meats including venison, kangaroo and buffalo.
The ABCs of a bolt action rifle
To become a hunter, you must first learn the basics of your rifle, including the working parts, the type of ammunition, and how to safely operate a firearm.
The biggest threat to hunter safety
The biggest danger to Australian hunters is not the gun, but wildlife. In this article, we look at four of the deadliest threats to hunters, and see that small sometimes packs the biggest punch.
Changes to Tassie deer season
The Liberal government in Tasmania yesterday announced an extended season for antlerless deer as well as the removal of bag limits. Here’s all the FAQs on the new changes.
How to talk to non-hunters about hunting
There is a lot of negativity about hunting online, with many people trying to ban it altogether. In this article, we look at 6 simple ways hunters can fight back to defend our lifestyle.
A divine whitetail hunt
Hunting connects us with family, with nature, with God. When Charity Doane bowhunted a whitetail buck for her dying dad, she had a little divine help.
6 ways hunters can fight negativity
There is a lot of negativity about hunting online, with many people trying to ban it altogether. In this article, we look at 6 simple ways hunters can fight back to defend our lifestyle.
Why scientists do not back a hunting ban
If hunting is so bad, why have 133 scientists written an open letter to the UK government urging them not to ban trophy hunting? Could it be they understand the negative impact it will have on conservation and animal populations?
Thai yellow curry with rabbit
Make a delicious, fragrant Thai curry using yellow curry paste and rabbit.
Bacon wrapped hare fillets
Learn how to make bacon wrapped hare fillets. We used the Anova Sous Vide before finishing off on a hot grill.
Tender BBQ Deer Ribs
Do you tend to discard deer ribs? With this easy recipe, you’ll realise they can be just as juicy and tender as pork or beef ribs.
How to store fishing rods for travel
How many times have you thrown the fishing rods in the back of your car or truck only to find they’re all knotted and damaged by the time you get there. This simple storage solution uses PVC pipe and some cable ties to keep your fishing rods neat and tidy in the back of your car.
Do trophy hunters kill endangered animals?
Do trophy hunters really kill endangered animals? If you were to read the news headlines, you’d believe Tess Talley really did murder an endangered and rare black giraffe, but what is the truth?
Easy rabbit casserole
Learn how to make a delicious slow-cooked, winter casserole using fresh rabbit or hare meat from your hunt.
Gutless Gutwein bans bowhunting
Minister for DPIPWE, Peter Gutwein has today swallowed the bait offered up by animal activists and officially banned ALL bowhunting activity in Tasmania. This follows a
How has social media changed things for hunters by Holly Overman
Technology and social media have definitely changed things for hunters and the outdoor industry – some things significantly and others not so much. Back in
What can Australia learn from the North American wildlife model?
Did you know that recreational hunting has done more to save critically endangered wildlife species than all other conservation activities combined? Recently, we looked at
How can killing animals save them?
It is one of the biggest paradoxes of wildlife conservation that killing animals could be the best way to save them. In fact, on the
De-boning a leg (Eastern grey kangaroo)
In this video tutorial, learn how to bone out a venison or kangaroo leg.
How the sly fox pulled the wool over our eyes
If animals really did exhibit human traits, then the fox could well be described as the best PR consultant in the history of the world.
9 basic safety principles for bowhunting
Humans have been bowhunting for thousands of years and, if the current popularity of the sport is anything to go by, will still be bowhunting
Australian Hunting Podcast – SFFP Tasmanian Candidate Rebecca Byfield
I Am Hunter team member, Rebecca Byfield, spoke to Jason Selmes from Australian Hunting Podcast in the lead up to the Federal Election to discuss
Becoming a bowhunter podcast – Hunting Around the World with the HuntShack Crew
Recently, the team did a podcast with Matthias Turner (Matty) from Becoming a Bowhunter podcast to talk about how HuntShack got started, and how that
Rendang curry
Learn how to make a delicious rendang curry using game meat. In this recipe, we use wallaby, but it works just as well with venison or beef.
Is trophy hunting evil?
Trophy hunting has become a dirty word, with even some hunters joining in the demonisation of trophy hunters. But is trophy hunting evil? Or does it play a vital role in wildlife conservation?
When to use a hunting guide
There is a pretty clear distinction between hunters who are willing to pay for guiding services and those who refuse to. Now, it is a
Ignorance is not bliss when it comes to hunting
Turn on the TV, log on to social media, or open any newspaper, and you’ll quickly see your freedom to hunt is under attack. But the
Never too late to learn
You all know the saying – you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. But this old ‘dog’ was determined to prove that saying wrong.
What age should children learn to hunt?
Public outrage about hunting on social media. You would think we’d be used to it by now but every week there seems to be a
7 mistakes hunters make in Africa
Hunting in Africa is an awesome experience, but there are some common mistakes hunters commonly make that can ruin the whole experience. Whether that is
6 celebrities that hunt
From the Royal family to Hollywood actors and musical legends, there’s plenty of celebrities that hunt and enjoy hunting as much as we do.
Burris Eliminator Review
We review the new Burris Eliminator III scope with in-built range-finder and see how it performs in the field.
8 basic principles of firearm safety
Despite what the media would have you believe, hunting is one of the safest recreational sports you can take part in, with far fewer injuries
Sighting in your compound bow (fixed pin sight)
We often get asked how to sight in a compound bow. In this tutorial, we give you the steps you need to sight in a
Venison heart – fast and full of flavour
Venison heart is often overlooked in favour of more prime cuts of meat, but we have found it to be one of the tastiest and easiest meats to prepare.
The NZ Deer Backpack
A simple video tutorial showing how to pack out a deer using the NZ backpack.
Common hunting accidents and how to avoid them
When compared to other sports, hunting is remarkably safe, given the fact we use high-powered rifles as equipment. Unfortunately, there are still accidents that occur
Sous Vide Venison
Learn how to cook perfectly medium rare venison every time using the French sous vide method.
Guide to Shooting Positions
In this quick tutorial, we look at the four basic shooting positions you can use in the field: standing, kneeling, sitting and prone.
How to choose your first hunting rifle
Setting up a first rifle can be pretty daunting but this I Am Hunter tutorial provides 3 things to look for to make the process a little easier.
Great entry-level rifles
When setting up your first hunting rifle, it’s a good idea to start at an entry-level/standard rifle. You want something that will shoot straight and
Easy Sambar Steaks
Sometimes simple is definitely the best when it comes to venison. In this recipe, we take sambar backstraps and create a mouthwatering meal in minutes.
How to be an ethical hunter
You may have heard people talking about ethical hunting and how important it is to conduct ourselves as ethically as possible out in the field.
Applying the principles of firearms law reform to other ‘privileges’
Just about every hunter or firearms owner by now would have heard about the recent changes to firearms laws in New Zealand. It’s almost a
Great scopes for under $500
Great equipment is awesome but you don’t have to break the bank to get that. Hunting is not a cheap hobby after all. With improvements
Why we need more hunting education
If hunting is to survive, we need to cultivate a culture that values hunter education and rejects unethical and unsafe behaviours.
Unusual hunting tips
1. Practice perfectly This may seem self explanatory but you often hear people saying practice makes perfect. In reality, only perfect practice makes perfect. If
Wallaby biltong
Learn how to make delicious South African biltong with an Australian twist using wallaby legs and Vegemite.
Chilli venison
With plenty of venison in our freezer, we’re always on the lookout for new recipes. This week, we created an awesome venison chilli using our wet aged, boned venison necks, chipotle chillies and jalapeños.
Behind the scenes: Paladin review
We have a bit of fun laughing at Tash, who has some serious trouble getting her lines right while doing the product review for Paladin.
9 tips for hunting while pregnant
Women hunters do face some additional challenges – like hunting while pregnant. We’ve put together 9 simple tips for coping with hunting with a pregnant belly.
Highveld taxidermy
Highveld Taxidermy answer some common questions about taxidermy and how to ensure you get the best trophies back.
The fox and the iPhone (member-only content)
Nathan hunts his first fox with a little help from an iPhone and a YouTube video.
What you should put in your day pack
Here is our basic gear list for a day hunt. You can click on any of the pictures in this post to go to the
How to skin stubborn carcass
Learn how to skin a stubborn carcass with our field dressing expert, David Dunne.
Coming home empty handed is still hunting
There’s a general misconception that every hunt should end in a successful kill shot. After all, people rarely post about their unsuccessful hunts or share
9 Steps to Becoming a Master Stalker
Being able to spot and stalk an animal in the wild is an important part of learning how to hunt. If you hunt with a
Kicking ass – tackling Australia’s feral donkey problem
Did you know that Australia has over 5 million feral donkeys that cause untold damage to our environment? While hunting donkeys may not seem very sportsmanlike, recreational hunting is definitely a worthwhile part of the overall solution to reducing feral donkey numbers.
Rod’s Favourite Gear
Camo I’d say a good 90 percent of my camo is Badlands. Not only are their clothes well made, I also find their camo patterns
Tash’s Favourite Gear
Camo I have a really diverse range of camo – for some reason I haven’t stuck to one brand or another. For cold, wet weather
Removing the bum from a deer
Learn how to remove the bum from a deer with our field dressing expert, David Dunne.
How to field dress and skin a goat
Learn how to gut and skin a goat with our field dressing expert, David Dunne.
How to field dress a deer for meat
Learn how to field dress a deer for meat with our field dressing expert, David Dunne.
Top tips to gain access to hunting land
Jess gives some simple tips for gaining access to private hunting land.
How to de-bone a leg
Learn how to remove the bone from a hind quarter while saving as much meat as possible. In this video, we are boning out wallaby legs. However, the technique applies whether you’re deboning any wild game or even store bought whole cuts.
Mounting the Burris Eliminator III
Learn how to mount a scope. In this step-by-step tutorial, we mount the Burris Eliminator III onto a Tikka T3x Forest in .300 Win Mag.
Women’s Camo Haul
Discover what brands of hunting clothes Jess and Tash prefer to wear out in the field.
Tikka T3x Forest Unboxing
Jess picked up our new rifle today. A Tikka T3x Forest in 300WM. Huge thanks to the folks at Beretta Australia who have sent this
Burris Eliminator III Unboxing
Jess and Tash unbox the Burris Eliminator III and run through the key features of this hunting scope with inbuilt range finder.
Why you should hunt Africa
Although I had been to Africa before, last year was my first time actually hunting there and I have to say, not only did I
Homemade mince and sausages
Learn how to make homemade mince and sausages using venison and other wild game meat
What happens to the meat after a trophy hunt?
What happens to the meat after a trophy hunt? Do people actually eat lions, giraffes, elephants or hippopotamus, or are these animals just killed for
The real cost of a hunting ban
Every social justice warrior on the Internet seems to be calling for a hunting ban these days. Every few months, there’s yet another wave of
What you need to start bowhunting
Bowhunting is one of the fastest growing niche areas of hunting – particularly bowhunting amongst female hunters – but what do you need to actually
The Paladin Custom Apex Modular Chest Rig
We review the Paladin Custom Apex Modular Rig, a front-mounted hunting pack suitable for both rifle and bow hunting.
Taxidermy at home – FAQs
You can see our full tutorial on how to tan a deer hide at home here. How do you break the hide (make it soft) after
You have enemies? Good.
Hunters have plenty of enemies in today’s PC, take-offense-at-everything culture. Anti-hunters, angry vegans, and opinionated celebrities, like Ricky Gervais, constantly bombard hunters with vile threats
All about the stripes…What is it about hunting zebra that gets people so fired up?
I have always wanted to hunt a zebra. I’ve got no issue eating the meat and think that they make for a beautiful trophy on
Tash first big bow hunt – the elusive Nyala
There’s a common misconception among non-hunters that trophy hunting in Africa is easy; that you just get out of a car, pick the best animal in the
Taking Jack on his first deer hunt
Hunting is a tradition that has, largely, been passed down through family members. My dad taught me and my siblings to hunt, his dad and
How to wet age your game meat
Ageing meat breaks down the fibres and ensures a more tender meat. Learn how to wet age venison using a vacuum sealer and refrigerator.
Venison burritos
There’s two things our family loves – Mexican food and venison meat. So it’s only natural that we love to combine the two. The benefit
Cheesy venison meatballs
As hunters, we have a lot of venison in our freezer, and are always looking for new ways to cook and serve venison and other
Pulled Kangaroo with Coleslaw
Who doesn’t love a bit of Tex-Mex?! We decided to put a bit of an Aussie spin on the crowd pleaser – pulled pork –
How trophy hunting is saving the markhor
We have all heard it said that trophy hunting is harmful to wildlife conservation. Tell that to the rare and endangered markhor, which is actually growing in number since Pakistan introduced trophy hunting as part of its wildlife conservation program.
Taxidermy at home – how to tan a hide
Learn how to tan a deer hide yourself in our home taxidermy tutorial. We provide a step-by-step guide to tanning hides and skins.
Do animal activists do more harm than good?
When animal activists try to save invasive species like feral cats, they end up doing more harm than good for the environment and our native animals.
Is hunting sustainable and ethical?
Is hunting a sustainable and ethical way to eat? In this article, we explore the impact hunting has on food production and getting food to the table.