Lucy and Ben are a unique backcountry hunting duo being father and daughter hunters. Based in New Zealand, they go on some amazing hunting adventures together and Lucy captures a lot of this for her YouTube channel.

Lucy and Ben were in the planning for a Fiordland trip when we recorded this and they would have just returned at the time this episode was released. Follow along at Instagram @lucynilson or YouTube @lucynilson

In the Friends of the Podcast segment, I speak with Lawson from @up_north_adventures_fnq and @wild_game_on_open_flame about the new guided hunts he is offering and their new website www.wgof.com.au

I would also ask you to support the 2024 podcast partners;

Skeleton Optics - @skeletonoptics_au ⁠⁠https://www.skeletonoptics.com.au/⁠⁠

On Track Meals - @on_track_meals

⁠⁠https://ontrackmeals.com/⁠⁠

Anyone with ideas for future episodes, or just a chat around backcountry/backpack hunting  - please feel free to reach out. 

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I talk with Josh from Alpine Accuracy around long range shooting and shooting deer from distance - specifically Sambar deer in Vic Alpine Park. Josh is a keen backpack hunter but also produces some lightweight products for the long range hunters.

Contact him via Instagram if you're interested in knowing more or getting hold of some gear; @alpine_accuracy

In the Friends of the Podcast segment, I meet Nick from Bigham Forge. Nick is a firefighter, power lifter and finds times to make custom knives. See some of his handiwork on Instagram @bigham_forge and reach out to him if you're after something special.

I would also ask you to support the 2024 podcast partners;

Skeleton Optics - @skeletonoptics_au ⁠⁠https://www.skeletonoptics.com.au/⁠⁠

On Track Meals - @on_track_meals

⁠⁠https://ontrackmeals.com/⁠⁠

Anyone with ideas for future episodes, or just a chat around backcountry/backpack hunting  - please feel free to reach out. 

@australian_hunting_backcountry

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This episode is a chat with James Lathrop around the services that Lathrop and Sons offer to customise your hunting boots. If you suffer pain with your feet, boot related problems, not sure what boots to get or want something more suited to your hunting then this may be of interest to you. Lathrop and Sons have their own range of boots but also access to many other reliable brands.

Check them out on Instagram @lathropandsonsboots

or https://lathropandsons.com/

In the Friends of the Podcast segment, I chat with Corey from 'Rugged Outdoor Canvas' about the custom made products he offers for firearms, bows, ammo and just about anything you can think of. Some products are on his Instagram @ruggedoutdoorcanvas and on his Facebook.

I would also ask you to support the 2024 podcast sponsors;

Skeleton Optics - @skeletonoptics_au ⁠⁠https://www.skeletonoptics.com.au/⁠⁠

On Track Meals - @on_track_meals

⁠⁠https://ontrackmeals.com/⁠⁠

Anyone with ideas for future episodes, or just a chat around backcountry/backpack hunting  - please feel free to reach out. 

@australian_hunting_backcountry

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Backcountry fitness and food tips with Ben from 'The Game Dietitian'. Ben is a hunter, fisher and academic with a keen interest in seeing people achieve their best in the backcountry.

Check out his programmes on offer; ⁠https://www.thegamedietitian.com.au/

or on Instagram; @thegamedietitian

In the Friends of the Podcast segment, I chat with Mick from 'The Deer School' about the courses he runs to assist anyone in successful deer hunting. Check them out @deerschool_melbourne and on Facebook

I would also ask you to support the 2024 podcast sponsors;

Skeleton Optics - @skeletonoptics_au ⁠https://www.skeletonoptics.com.au/⁠

On Track Meals - @on_track_meals

⁠https://ontrackmeals.com/⁠

Anyone with ideas for future episodes, or just a chat around backcountry/backpack hunting  - please feel free to reach out.

@australian_hunting_backcountry

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On this episode I speak with Luke, dedicated bow hunter, firefighter and part-owner of Braken Wear about the business and the clothing that had been designed and adapted for hunting conditions.

Check out what they have to offer; https://brakenwear.com/

or on Instagram; @brakenwear

In the Friends of the Podcast segment, I answer some questions about On Track Meals products and break down some of the weights in comparison to popular freeze-dried meals.

I would also ask you to support the 2024 podcast sponsors;

Skeleton Optics - @skeletonoptics_au https://www.skeletonoptics.com.au/

On Track Meals - @on_track_meals

https://ontrackmeals.com/

Anyone with ideas for future episodes, or just a chat around backcountry/backpack hunting  - please feel free to reach out. I still have some stickers left too.

@australian_hunting_backcountry

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Chris Boon has been backpack hunting for many years and details his learnings, experiences and some personal challenges that he overcame to get back into the Vic high country in 2023. For those of you old enough to remember having to read hunting magazines to get your content fix, Chris wrote a number of articles and is probably best remembered for hunts with his infant son in his backpack. Chris has successfully hunted all 6 species of deer in Australia but, like alot of us, is addicted to Sambar. I felt honoured to be able to chat with Chris and actually meet someone I held in such high regard from reading his articles all those years ago. Make sure to check out highlights from his trip @chrisboon2014.

I'm also joined in my Friend of the Podcast segment by Josh from Alpine Accuracy to discuss his lightweight shooting bags. A great idea for anyone looking for some lightweight shooting accessories - or sneaky Xmas present @alpine_accuracy 

Please continue to support my past 'Friends of the Podcast' and brand guests as they continue to support us;

• Skeleton Optics - @skeletonoptics_au https://www.skeletonoptics.com.au/
• Austealth clothing - @Austealth https://austealth.com/
• Down Under Outdoors  https://www.downunderoutdoors.net/ or check them out on Amazon.Au by searching 'Down Under Outdoors'.
• MTNgear NZ -  www.mtngear.nz or on his socials @mtngear.nz
• On Track Meals @on_track_meals and use the code BACKCOUNTRY at www.ontrackmeal.com  for 10% off online orders until December 2023
• The Game Dietitian @thegamedietitian and access the special price for the Fallow Deer challenge - 6 week training course ; www.thegamedietitian.com.au
• High Caliber Cleaning Supplies www.highcaliber.com.au @highcalibercleaningsupplies
• Tatonka packs @tatonkahunting
• HydraPak @hydrapakaunz
• To find out more about hunting with Zeb or education courses he can be found at; www.zebrashunting.com and @zebraj82 or YouTube - Zebra's Sambar Hunting Adventures.
• Thane from @rogee.productions or YouTube as Rogee Productions
• Jason from LiquidAntler @liquidantler or YouTube as Liquid Antler

Anyone with ideas for future episodes, or just a chat around backcountry/backpack hunting  - please feel free to reach out. I still have some stickers left too.

@australian_hunting_backcountry

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Jason @liquidantler and I sit down and run through our gear from our backpack hunt to Victoria in May 2023. As it does, life got in the way of recording this episode and that's why it's taken this long to get it published. We break down everything we took with weights and discuss what may not be coming on the next one and what new gear we are considering.

Please continue to support my past 'Friends of the Podcast' and brand guests as they continue to support us;

• Skeleton Optics - @skeletonoptics_au https://www.skeletonoptics.com.au/
• Austealth clothing - @Austealth https://austealth.com/
• Down Under Outdoors  https://www.downunderoutdoors.net/ or check them out on Amazon.Au by searching 'Down Under Outdoors'.
• MTNgear NZ -  www.mtngear.nz or on his socials @mtngear.nz
• On Track Meals @on_track_meals and use the code BACKCOUNTRY at www.ontrackmeal.com  for 10% off online orders until December 2023
• The Game Dietitian @thegamedietitian and access the special price for the Fallow Deer challenge - 6 week training course ; www.thegamedietitian.com.au
• High Caliber Cleaning Supplies www.highcaliber.com.au @highcalibercleaningsupplies
• Tatonka packs @tatonkahunting
• HydraPak @hydrapakaunz
• To find out more about hunting with Zeb or education courses he can be found at; www.zebrashunting.com and @zebraj82 or YouTube - Zebra's Sambar Hunting Adventures.
• Thane from @rogee.productions or YouTube as Rogee Productions
• Jason from LiquidAntler @liquidantler or YouTube as Liquid Antler

Anyone with ideas for future episodes, or just a chat around backcountry/backpack hunting  - please feel free to reach out. I still have some stickers left too.

@australian_hunting_backcountry

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Thanks for listening - look after yourselves and your mates.

On this episode I sit down with Sam from @alton_goods at his Brisbane warehouse so we can discuss some of the outdoor based products that Alton brings to the market. Sam has found a niche in the outdoor industry and keeps bringing innovation, quality and cost effective products to the consumer. 

The crossover between outdoor and hiking products to the hunting population is evident and Sam does not shy away from identifying with hunters as part of his customer base. Jump into their social or check out the website for some great products https://altongoods.com/

On my 'Friend of the Podcast' segment I am talking to Daniella, who runs Skeleton Optics Australia along with husband, Chris Burns. Being the awesome people that they are, Skeleton Optics Australia are donating two pairs of sunglasses to be given away to two lucky podcast listeners. Check out our Instagrams for further details and check out the website for other options https://www.skeletonoptics.com.au/

Please continue to support my past 'Friends of the Podcast' and brand guests as they continue to support us;

• Skeleton Optics - @skeletonoptics_au 
• Austealth clothing - @Austealth https://austealth.com/
• Down Under Outdoors  https://www.downunderoutdoors.net/ or check them out on Amazon.Au by searching 'Down Under Outdoors'.
• MTNgear NZ -  www.mtngear.nz or on his socials @mtngear.nz
• On Track Meals @on_track_meals and use the code BACKCOUNTRY at www.ontrackmeal.com  for 10% off online orders
• The Game Dietitian @thegamedietitian and access the special price for the Fallow Deer challenge - 6 week training course ; www.thegamedietitian.com.au
• High Caliber Cleaning Supplies www.highcaliber.com.au @highcalibercleaningsupplies
• Tatonka packs @tatonkahunting
• HydraPak @hydrapakaunz
• To find out more about hunting with Zeb or education courses he can be found at; www.zebrashunting.com and @zebraj82 or YouTube - Zebra's Sambar Hunting Adventures.
• Thane from @rogee.productions or YouTube as Rogee Productions
• Jason from LiquidAntler @liquidantler or YouTube as Liquid Antler

Again, I'm humbled by the support I keep receiving and questions that people are asking. I'm working on recording more episodes from hunts and bringing more content that's educational and fills the needs that people are asking for.

Anyone with ideas for future episodes, or just a chat around backcountry/backpack hunting  - please feel free to reach out. I still have some stickers left too.

@australian_hunting_backcountry

[email protected]

Thanks for listening - look after yourselves and your mates.

Chris Burns @chrisburns.photography is an avid hunter and professional photographer/videographer and we discuss the crossover of the two for Chris. We cover some of the issues around capturing content while hunting, camera gear, tips and tricks and gear for backcountry hunts.

If you have thought about having a hunt documented professionally rather then just iPhone selfies, then Chris (and his awesome moustache) may just be the man for the job. https://www.chrisburns.photography/

Chris also runs Bushveld Hunting Adventure South Africa @bushveldhuntingadventures if you're interested in hunting the dark continent. https://www.bushveldhuntingadventures.com/ 

AND, don't forget that Chris and his wife, Daniella, run Skeleton Optics Australia. Being the awesome people that they are, Skeleton Optics Australia are donating two pairs of sunglasses to be given away to two lucky podcast listeners. Check out our Instagrams for further details.

On my 'Friend of the Podcast' segment I am talking to Nina from 'Austealth'.  @Austealth is an Australian hunting clothing and gear company, producing camoflague specifically designed for the Australian bush and in sizes to suit everyone from kids to the 'larger than large'. More info can be found on their website https://austealth.com/

Please continue to support my past 'Friends of the Podcast' and brand guests as they continue to support us;

• Down Under Outdoors  https://www.downunderoutdoors.net/ or check them out on Amazon.Au by searching 'Down Under Outdoors'.
• MTNgear NZ -  www.mtngear.nz or on his socials @mtngear.nz
• Skeleton Optics - @skeletonoptics_au 
• On Track Meals @on_track_meals and use the code BACKCOUNTRY at www.ontrackmeal.com  for 10% off online orders
• The Game Dietitian @thegamedietitian and access the special price for the Fallow Deer challenge - 6 week training course ; www.thegamedietitian.com.au
• High Caliber Cleaning Supplies www.highcaliber.com.au @highcalibercleaningsupplies
• Tatonka packs @tatonkahunting
• HydraPak @hydrapakaunz
• To find out more about hunting with Zeb or education courses he can be found at; www.zebrashunting.com and @zebraj82 or YouTube - Zebra's Sambar Hunting Adventures.
• Thane from @rogee.productions or YouTube as Rogee Productions
• Jason from LiquidAntler @liquidantler or YouTube as Liquid Antler

Again, I'm humbled by the support I keep receiving and questions that people are asking. I'm working on recording more content from hunts and bringing more content that's educational and fills the needs that people are asking for.

Anyone with ideas for future episodes, or just a chat around backcountry/backpack hunting  - please feel free to reach out. I still have some stickers left too.

@australian_hunting_backcountry

[email protected]

Thanks for listening - look after yourselves and your mates.

In this episode I connect with Drew from TRICER @tricerusa all the way over in California, USA. Tricer's statement is; "To help hunters go deeper into the backcountry, we manufacture products that are fast, light, and simple." Drew is the owner of Tricer (and an awesome moustache) and designs a number of lightweight products for the backcountry hunter including their most recent additions, a super-light fluid tripod head and carbon fiber tripods. I have personally been using the TRICER-LP for several months and Drew assures me that there are some more mind-blowing products on the way. Tricer is firmly identifying themselves as a hunting company and cementing themselves as leaders in this field - https://tricerusa.com/ 

Drew is a family man, small business owner and a gear nerd (like me) so we talk a bit about some of the gear we use and integrating our children into hunting. Drew also has his own podcast 'The Tricer Podcast' so head over there for some great content too.

But most importantly!!! Tricer is now supported in Australia by 'The Modern Hunter Australia' so we can support an Australian business at the same time as getting hold of these quality products - https://themodernhunter.com.au/

On my 'Friend of the Podcast' segment I am talking to Geoff from 'Down Under Outdoors'.  Geoff and his wife Cath, who have been hunting Sambar deer for decades, identified the need for some simple yet effective products for hunters including silicone scope lens covers and face veils. They also have an insulated waterproof blanket that will provide a multitude of uses for camping/fishing/4WDing. More info can be found on their website https://www.downunderoutdoors.net/ or check them out on Amazon.Au by searching 'Down Under Outdoors'.

Please continue to support my past 'Friends of the Podcast' and brand guests as they continue to support us;

• MTNgear NZ -  www.mtngear.nz or on his socials @mtngear.nz
• Skeleton Optics - @skeletonoptics_au 
• On Track Meals @on_track_meals and use the code BACKCOUNTRY at www.ontrackmeal.com  for 10% off online orders
• The Game Dietitian @thegamedietitian and access the special price for the Fallow Deer challenge - 6 week training course ; www.thegamedietitian.com.au
• High Caliber Cleaning Supplies www.highcaliber.com.au @highcalibercleaningsupplies
• Tatonka packs @tatonkahunting
• HydraPak @hydrapakaunz
• To find out more about hunting with Zeb or education courses he can be found at; www.zebrashunting.com and @zebraj82 or YouTube - Zebra's Sambar Hunting Adventures.
• Thane from @rogee.productions or YouTube as Rogee Productions
• Jason from LiquidAntler @liquidantler or YouTube as Liquid Antler

A special thanks to the listeners that continue to contact me with feedback and questions. I genuinely appreciate you reaching out and I'm still blown away by the positive response I'm getting to the podcast. I'm working on bringing you all some more great content that's educational and raw.

Anyone with ideas for future episodes, or just a chat around backcountry/backpack hunting  - please feel free to reach out. I still have some stickers left too.

@australian_hunting_backcountry

[email protected]

Thanks for listening - look after yourselves and your mates.