Big Game Hunting Podcast - Hunting Africa, North America, & More!

Article Referenced In Show: .458 Lott vs .458 Lott: What You Know May Be Wrong – Blog article referenced in podcast

Best Hunting Ear Protection - The Ultimate Guide – Hunting ear protection recommendations

17 Best Rifle Scopes For Hunting - Rifle scope recommendations

Best Hunting Rifle Slings - The Ultimate Guide – Sling recommendations

Show Notes: https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/458winmagvs458lott/

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1) History of the .458 Winchester Magnum and .458 Lott cartridges.

2) How the cartridges compare to each other in terms of external dimensions, trajectory, recoil, and accuracy.

3) Compare ammo and rifle choices in each cartridge.

4) Pros and cons of hunting with each cartridge.

If you've listened to all my podcast episodes on Africa and really paid attention to what Kevin, Phil, and I had to say, then you probably know WAY more about hunting in Africa than most other people.

If you're ready to take the plunge and go on the hunt of a lifetime in Africa, then get in touch with me and I'll set you up with an outstanding hunt out in the bushveld for buffalo and/or plains game.

These hunts are for serious hunters who want to experience wild Africa. These hunts are not for everybody and I actually have to turn away people who are interested in hunting with us each year because I don't think they can hack it.

But, if you're a serious hunter looking for a true African hunting Adventure, check out Big Game Hunting Adventures (or visit BestSafariHunt.com) and we'll get you set up with that hunt you've always dreamed of.

Mention that you heard about Big Game hunting Adventures through the Big Game Hunting Podcast for special pricing on all our hunts.

The 458 Win Mag and 458 Lott are wonderful cartridges for all sorts of hunting, to include an African safari for plains game and especially for cape buffalo hunting. Get in touch with Big Game Hunting Adventures (be sure to mention you're a podcast listener) if you have a 458 you'd like to take on a hunt in Africa!

Here's how to prepare for the cape buffalo hunting safari you've been dreaming of. As promised, Kevin Robertson is back on the show again today. We're going to have an in depth discussion on how to prepare for a cape buffalo hunt. Kevin provides some excellent advice to prospective cape buffalo hunters in this episode. Pay attention to what he has to say on how to prepare physically, how to practice shooting under realistic conditions, what you should bring with you on your hunt, and much more.

Show Notes:

https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/kevinrobertsonpreparingtohuntcapebuffalo/

Show sponsor: Big Game Hunting Adventures. Say you heard about Big Game Hunting Adventures through The Big Game Hunting Podcast for special pricing on your hunt!

1) Where cape buffalo rank in terms of the most physically demanding species to hunt in Africa.

2) How hunters should prepare physically for a cape buffalo hunt.

3) What sort of shooting conditions a hunter should expect on cape buffalo and how to prepare.

4) What gear hunters should bring with them on their hunt.

5) What to look for in a buffalo's physical reaction to a good shot and what a death bellow is.

6) Things hunters can do while actually on their hunt to improve their odds of success.

I founded Big Game Hunting Adventures specifically to pair hunters like YOU with great outfitters in Africa. All the guys I work with are the real deal and will set you up with a great hunt. I'll be hunting with my South Africa outfitter next summer. This will be my 5th trip to Africa and I've been to Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. I've never had a bad hunt in Africa, but I can honestly say that these guys in South Africa are by far the best I've ever hunted with and I guarantee they'll treat you right.

So, if you've always dreamed about an African safari, then this is the outfitter you need to check out for both plains game and cape buffalo hunting. I'll be having a great hunt there next summer with my dad and there's no reason why you can't either. Visit BigGameHuntingAdventures.com to learn more.

This is the episode you've been looking for if you want to learn more about cape buffalo hunting. Kevin Robertson back on The Big Game Hunting Podcast again to kick off 2021! In this episode, Kevin provides a general overview of Cape buffalo: where they live, an overview of cape buffalo anatomy, why cape buffalo are so darn mean and tough, and how to evaluate a cape buffalo trophy, and much more.

Show Notes:

https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/kevinrobertsoncapebuffalo/

Show sponsor: Big Game Hunting Adventures. Say you heard about Big Game Hunting Adventures through The Big Game Hunting Podcast for special pricing on your hunt!

1) How Kevin first got interested in hunting cape buffalo.

2) A brief overview of cape buffalo: what they are, where they live, and their natural history.

3) Why Kevin thinks cape buffalo are so tough and bad tempered and how the rinderpest epidemic may factor into this.

4) How to evaluate a cape buffalo trophy and what changes he would make to the current record books.

I founded Big Game Hunting Adventures specifically to pair hunters like YOU with great outfitters in Africa. All the guys I work with are the real deal and will set you up with a great hunt. I'll be hunting with my South Africa outfitter next summer. This will be my 5th trip to Africa and I've been to Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. I've never had a bad hunt in Africa, but I can honestly say that these guys in South Africa are by far the best I've ever hunted with and I guarantee they'll treat you right.

So, if you've always dreamed about an African safari, then this is the outfitter you need to check out for both plains game and cape buffalo hunting. I'll be having a great hunt there next summer with my dad and there's no reason why you can't either. Visit BigGameHuntingAdventures.com to learn more.

Show Notes:

https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/2021huntinggoals/

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1) Details on my short term goals for 2021.

2) What my medium terms goals are and how I plan on accomplishing those goals.

3) How I plan on accomplishing my long term goal of harvesting a bull moose.

4) A brief sneak peak at what 2021 holds for The Big Game Hunting Podcast.

5) Why I'm planning on hunting more with a muzzleloader going forward and how you can enjoy some of those same benefits. I recently discussed the importance of goal setting with you. Like I mentioned, I set some ambitious goals when I moved to El Paso a few years ago and I finally accomplished them this past fall. Well, that means it's time to set new goals. So, I'm going to go over those new goals with you right now, give you a brief overview of how I plan on accomplishing them, and give you a preview of what 2021 will look like with the Big Game Hunting Podcast.

GoHunt has some of the most comprehensive information available anywhere on where to go to hunt iconic western animals (like mule deer, pronghorn, and elk). They specialize in providing information necessary on how to draw the necessary tag, and what hunting tactics work best in specific areas. I've used goHUNT for the past several years with great success and cannot recommend them highly enough. With their help, I've been able to find and draw "hidden gem" tags in several different states that there's no way I would have known about on my own.

Check them out at goHunt.com and Use the promo code "BIGGAMEHUNTER" when you sign up for a new INSIDER membership to get $50 in store credit at the goHUNT gear shop. So, not only will you get the most up to date western drawing odds, but you'll also get a discount on some good quality hunting gear to go along with it.

Due in part to all the craziness going on these days, more people are hunting than ever before and using a muzzleloader can give you unique access to special seasons and hunting areas where hunting pressure is lower. Hunting with a muzzleloader is also a really fulfilling and enjoyable way to enjoy the outdoors and expand your hunting opportunities.

Fortunately, the Muzzleloaders 101 course makes learning to hunt with a muzzleloader easier than ever!

The Muzzleloaders 101 course is an all-in-one solution where I'll take you by the hand and guide you through the whole process of getting started hunting with a muzzleloader. I'll help you decide what gear you need, help you SAVE money when you buy that gear, and teach you how to use all that stuff safely and effectively. Plus, we're giving away a FREE muzzleloader to 1 of the first 100 people who sign up for the course.

Head on over to muzzleloaders101.com/buy and sign up for instant access.

Show Notes:

https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/2020lessonslearned/

Show Sponsor: Sign up for the Muzzleloaders 101 course at muzzleloaders101.com/buy and I'll take you by the hand and guide you through the whole process of getting started hunting with a muzzleloader. I'll help you decide what gear you need, help you SAVE money when you buy that gear, and teach you how to use all that stuff safely and effectively.

1) The importance of setting goals.

2) Why applying for hard (but not impossible) to draw tags can be worth it.

3) What can happen if you're not diligent in executing your plan to accomplish your goals.

4) Why you need to ensure you carry your scope at the lowest power setting.

5) The benefits of making a conscious effort to stand out from the crowd and do what other people are not doing.

GoHunt has some of the most comprehensive information available anywhere on where to go to hunt iconic western animals (like mule deer, pronghorn, and elk). They specialize in providing information necessary on how to draw the necessary tag, and what hunting tactics work best in specific areas. I've used goHUNT for the past several years with great success and cannot recommend them highly enough. With their help, I've been able to find and draw "hidden gem" tags in several different states that there's no way I would have known about on my own.

Check them out at goHunt.com and Use the promo code "BIGGAMEHUNTER" when you sign up for a new INSIDER membership to get $50 in store credit at the goHUNT gear shop. So, not only will you get the most up to date western drawing odds, but you'll also get a discount on some good quality hunting gear to go along with it.

Due in part to all the craziness going on these days, more people are hunting than ever before and using a muzzleloader can give you unique access to special seasons and hunting areas where hunting pressure is lower. Hunting with a muzzleloader is also a really fulfilling and enjoyable way to enjoy the outdoors and expand your hunting opportunities.

Fortunately, the Muzzleloaders 101 course makes learning to hunt with a muzzleloader easier than ever!

The Muzzleloaders 101 course is an all-in-one solution where I'll take you by the hand and guide you through the whole process of getting started hunting with a muzzleloader. I'll help you decide what gear you need, help you SAVE money when you buy that gear, and teach you how to use all that stuff safely and effectively. Plus, we're giving away a FREE muzzleloader to 1 of the first 100 people who sign up for the course.

Head on over to muzzleloaders101.com/buy and sign up for instant access.

Article Referenced In Show: 6.5 Creedmoor vs .243 Winchester Review & Comparison

Best 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo – 6.5 Creedmoor Hunting Ammo Recommendations

Best 6.5 Creedmoor Rifles– 6.5 Creedmoor Hunting Rifle Recommendations

Best 243 Ammo – 243 Hunting Ammo Recommendations

Best Hunting Rifle Slings - Hunting Rifle Sling Recommendations

Best Hunting Rifle Bipods - Hunting Rifle Bipod Recommendations

Show Notes:

https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/65creedmoorvs243winchester/

Show Sponsor: Go to muzzleloaders101.com/buy to learn everything you need to know in order to get started hunting with a muzzleloader, plus get EXCLUSIVE discounts on muzzleloader gear through Muzzle-Loaders.com.

1) History of the 6.5 Creedmoor and .243 Winchester cartridges.

2) How the cartridges compare to each other in terms of external dimensions, trajectory, recoil, and accuracy.

3) Compare ammo and rifle choices in each cartridge.

4) Pros and cons of hunting with each cartridge.

Sign up for the Muzzleloaders 101 course at muzzleloaders101.com/buy and I'll take you by the hand and guide you through the whole process of getting started hunting with a muzzleloader. I'll help you decide what gear you need, help you SAVE money when you buy that gear, and teach you how to use all that stuff safely and effectively.

You'll also get access to a private Facebook community where you can get regular access to other experienced muzzleloader hunters where you can ask questions, get feedback and help, and receive support as you move forward in your muzzleloader hunting journey.

And to top it all off, members receive EXCLUSIVE discounts on muzzleloader equipment from one of the biggest online retailers of muzzleloader gear in North America.

Head on over to muzzleloaders101.com/buy and sign up for instant access.

Article Referenced In Show: 101 Best Gifts For Hunters (The Exo Mountain Gear K3 4800 is #94 on this list)

Show Notes:

https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/exomountaingeark34800/

1) What spurred me to get a better hunting backpack.

2) What sets the Exo Mountain Gear K3 frame apart from the competition.

3) Why a load shelf (also known as a meat shelf) is so important in a hunting backpack.

4) Some of the other features I liked about the K3 4800.

5) Where you can learn more about Exo Mountain Gear backpacks.

101 Best Gifts For Hunters – The Exo Mountain Gear K3 4800 is #94 on this list.

ExoMtnGear.com - Learn more about Exo Mountain Gear packs on their web site.

Exo Mountain Gear Instagram, YouTube, & Podcast Pages

Article Referenced In Show: 101 Best Gifts For Hunters

https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/best-muzzleloaders/

https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/best-long-range-muzzleloaders/

Show Notes:

https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/mattdrury/

Show Sponsor: Go to muzzleloaders101.com/buy to learn everything you need to know in order to get started hunting with a muzzleloader, plus get EXCLUSIVE discounts on muzzleloader gear through Muzzle-Loaders.com.

1) Background on Matt Drury.

2) Why Matt hunts with a muzzleloader.

3) Where Matt primarily hunts and some of the unique hunting regulations he has to deal with.

4) Discussion on the muzzleloader gear Matt uses.

5) Where you can go for more information on how to hunt with a muzzleloader.

101 Best Gifts For Hunters – Check out this article and sign up for DeerCast (#12 on the list).

Follow Matt Drury on Instagram

Drury Outdoors Facebook, Instagram, & DeerCast Pages

DruryOutdoors.com – Drury Outdoors Web Site

If you want more information to help you take your muzzleloader hunting game to the next level, then you NEED to check out muzzleloaders101.com/buy.

There, you'll learn the details of my 5 Step Insider's Muzzleloader Hunting Framework. This framework contains all the information you need to know in order to get started hunting with a muzzleloader and will help you make an informed decision on exactly which muzzleloader equipment you should use for your particular hunt.

You'll also get access to a private Facebook community where you can get regular access to other experienced muzzleloader hunters where you can ask questions, get feedback and help, and receive support as you move forward in your muzzleloader hunting journey.

And to top it all off, members receive EXCLUSIVE discounts on muzzleloader equipment from Muzzle-Loaders.com.

In fact, you get so much useful stuff from joining the community that I'm practically giving it all way considering what I'm charging for it.

Head on over to muzzleloaders101.com/buy and sign up for instant access.

Article Referenced In Show: 101 Best Gifts For Hunters and Best 22LR Ammo For Hunting, Plinking, Target Shooting & More

Show Notes:

https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/thanksgiving2020/

Show Sponsor: Go to muzzleloaders101.com/buy to learn everything you need to know in order to get started hunting with a muzzleloader, plus get EXCLUSIVE discounts on muzzleloader gear through Muzzle-Loaders.com.

1) What I'm thankful for this year.

2) Why you should check out Episode 61 (available here).

3) Why you should consider hunting with a muzzleloader.

4) Why you should check out the Muzzleloaders 101 course.

If you want more information to help you take your muzzleloader hunting game to the next level, then you NEED to checkout muzzleloaders101.com.

There, you'll learn the details of my 5 Step Insider's Muzzleloader Hunting Framework. This framework contains all the information you need to know in order to get started hunting with a muzzleloader and will help you make an informed decision on exactly which muzzleloader equipment you should use for your particular hunt.

You'll also get access to a private Facebook community where you can get regular access to other experienced muzzleloader hunters where you can ask questions, get feedback and help, and receive support as you move forward in your muzzleloader hunting journey.

And to top it all off, members receive EXCLUSIVE discounts on muzzleloader equipment from Muzzle-Loaders.com.

In fact, you get so much useful stuff from joining the community that I'm practically giving it all way considering what I'm charging for it.

Head on over to Muzzleloaders101.com and sign up.

Article Referenced In Show: 300 PRC: Read This Before You Buy One

300 PRC vs 338 Lapua

Best 300 Win Mag Ammo– 300 Win Mag Hunting Ammo Recommendations

Best 300 Win Mag Rifles – 300 Win Mag Hunting Rifle Recommendations

Best 300 PRC Ammo – 300 PRC Hunting Ammo Recommendations

Best Hunting Rifle Bipods - Hunting Rifle Bipod Recommendations

Best Hunting Ear Protection For Sportsmen – Ear protection recommendations

Show Notes:

https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/300prcvs300winmag/

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1) History of the 300 Precision Rifle Cartridge.

2) How the cartridges compare to each other in terms of external dimensions, trajectory, recoil, and accuracy.

3) Compare ammo and rifle choices in each cartridge

4) Pros and cons of hunting with each cartridge.

If you want to join a community where you can have these sorts discussions with other veteran hunters who have been there and done that, then you NEED to checkout huntingguns101.com.

There, you'll receive some specific rifle, cartridge, ammo, and scope recommendations tailored to YOUR specific hunting needs regardless of whether you want to hunt deer or pronghorn in the lower 48, moose in Alaska, or cape buffalo in Africa.

You'll also get access to a Facebook community EXCLUSIVELY for Big game Hunting Podcast listeners where you can get regular access to ME as well as lots of other experienced hunters and shooters who can answer your questions and give you feedback.

And to top it all off, members receive EXCLUSIVE discounts on outfitted hunts through Big Game Hunting Adventures. Booking just ONE hunt will MORE than cover what it costs to join the group!

In fact, you get so much useful stuff from joining the community that I'm practically giving it all way considering what I'm charging for it.

Head on over to huntingguns101.com and sign up. I look forward to hearing from you and seeing you in our Facebook group!