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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
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
In this video tutorial, learn how to field dress and gut an Eastern Grey Kangaroo for meat.
Episode 6: Hunting buffalo
In this thrilling episode of I Am Hunter, Rod and Jess head to the Northern Territory to hunt water buffalo and get a couple of big buffs down on the ground.
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.
Episode 5 – This is Africa
In this episode of I Am Hunter, Tash bow hunts a nyala bull and describes what makes hunting in Africa unique.
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.
Episode 1 – Catch me if you can
In this episode of I Am Hunter, the team heads to South Africa to hunt blue wildebeest and see firsthand the positive affect hunting has on wildlife conservation.
Episode 4 – Sambar meat hunt
In this episode of I Am Hunter, Rod and his mate, Nath head to the Victorian Highlands to hunt sambar, and find time for a little fox hunt as well.
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.
Episode 3 – Bowhunting sucks
In this episode of I Am Hunter, Tash learns first hand how difficult bowhunting is compared to rifle hunting.
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 pretty
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.At
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 taking
Celebrities that hunt
Even though the narrative being pushed throughout Hollywood lately leans more toward the animal rights/veganism side of things, there are still celebrities out there that
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.
Episode 2 – Hunting the Roar
In this episode of I Am Hunter, we head to New Zealand to hunt red deer during the Roar.
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.
Setting up a first hunting rifle
When you’re new to hunting, setting up a first rifle can be pretty daunting. Here are 3 things to look for to make the process
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
Reloading your own ammunition: Part 1
Reloading (or hand loading) your own ammunition has a number of benefits. The two biggest upsides that we have found are:The cost – you are
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. Here are
The need for more hunter education
There’s no denying it – hunting is under attack. If it’s not the politicians trying to grab guns, it’s vegans, anti-hunters, celebrities and the mainstream
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
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
Jess’ Favourite Gear
Camo Until recently, most of my camo was Under Armour, as I found that they had one of the best all-round ranges for women. However,
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.
Gutting and skinning 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?
There’s a common misconception, perpetuated by the #banthetrophyhunt posts on social media, that trophy hunting and meat hunting do not align, and that the meat
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, but what do you need to actually get started bowhunting? If you look at
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
Why hunt – to pursue a more ethical food source
Why hunt? It’s a question hunters are often asked by their non-hunting friends and colleagues. If that person eats meat, the question is often posed
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
We have often heard people say that game meat, venison in particular, is tough. But, like anything in hunting, it all comes down to two
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.
Why hunting is a sustainable and ethical way to eat
We’ve said it many times now but, as a society, we have become so far removed from the reality of our food source that far
