The Hunters Campfire - Australian Hunting
The Hunters Campfire is a special place. It’s where we connect, we share, we learn and laugh. The Hunters Campfire Podcast is all that and more as we bring together new hunters, old hands, industry experts and those who advocate for the Australian hunting lifestyle to our digital campfire. If you’re a new hunter starting out, you’re looking for your next challenge or want to understand the politics of public land hunting we’ve got something for you. You’ll find our podcasts on Podbean, Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon and plenty of other platforms and if you want more, head on over to our YouTube Channel, The Hunters Campfire for our how to and hunting videos along with the full video productions of every podcast. Don’t forget to like and subscribe. Good hunting, Mark, Ian and Jono
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Episodes
Tuesday Jul 29, 2025
Tuesday Jul 29, 2025
Tonight around the campfire the guys discuss working with SSAA to grow the hunting and shooting sports, the recent Australian Shooter Leftie special, hunting the Pilliga, Surfer Pig, and the mysterious white Fallow, Goat, Llama, Alpaca...
Tuesday Jul 22, 2025
Tuesday Jul 22, 2025
Old Aimpoints, new Aimpoints, timber verse synthetic, changing barrels, lots of new videos from SSAA, hunting the Pilliga, birthday hunts, power tools and preparing animals skins, this one’s got the lot!
Tuesday Jul 15, 2025
Tuesday Jul 15, 2025
Tonight, around the campfire the guys get excited by some new scopes from Burris and Steiner, praise the German #4A reticle, check in on the Red Deer trophies, revisit the best knife conversation, discuss the weirdness of the arguments against public land hunting, and a whole lot more.
Saturday Jul 12, 2025
Saturday Jul 12, 2025
In this episode, the hosts engage in a lively discussion about various hunting topics, including gear, equipment, and personal experiences. They share insights on the latest scopes, the pros and cons of timber versus synthetic stocks, and the intricacies of barrel swapping and scope mounting. The conversation also touches on tanning hides, solar power solutions for hunting trips, and updates on hunting legislation. The hosts reflect on their upcoming hunting trips and share stories from past experiences, creating a rich tapestry of outdoor adventure and camaraderie.
takeaways
The Acro scope offers a bigger sight picture.
Handmade lures can enhance fishing experiences.
Timber stocks may not withstand rough handling as well as synthetic ones.
Barrel swapping can maintain scope zero if done correctly.
Tanning hides can be simplified with power tools.
Solar power solutions are essential for extended hunting trips.
Legislative changes can impact hunting practices significantly.
Personal experiences shape hunting strategies and preferences.
The importance of gear selection for different hunting environments.
Community and camaraderie are vital in the hunting culture.
titles
Exploring the Latest in Hunting Gear
The Art of Tanning Hides
Sound Bites
"That's a big popper."
"That's the weird thing."
"It's a very nice scope."
Chapters
00:00Introduction and Show and Tell
02:50Hunting Gear and Equipment Discussion
05:36Scopes and Their Impact on Hunting
08:29Barrel Swapping and Scope Mounting
11:31Hunting Strategies and Upcoming Trips
14:24Timber vs. Synthetic Stocks
17:18Hunting Experiences and Stories
20:24Hunting Equipment Reviews
23:08Tanning Hides and DIY Techniques
25:43Solar Power Solutions for Hunting Trips
28:44Legislative Updates on Hunting Laws
31:43Wrap-Up and Future Plans
Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
Tonight, around the campfire the guys discuss what’s happening in NSW with the new Bill put forward by SFFP as well as the cultural perspectives, and economic implications of public land hunting.
Mark, then covers off on Leard State Forest while Ian talks about hunting dog training, and what’s next for Beretta Dogs!
Enjoy
Friday May 30, 2025
Friday May 30, 2025
Tonight, around the campfire the guys wrap part 2 of their April Deer hunt – with a focus on Fallow Deer.
Make sure to stick around for the special announcement about Hunt Camp 2026, we’re taking it on the road!
Friday May 23, 2025
Friday May 23, 2025
This one has it all, from a wrap up of Jono’s Fallow Deer Hunt, his fishing trip for monster GTs, Mark’s podcast appearance on The Australian Hunting Connection podcast, and the importance of introduction kids to the hunting lifestyle.
Of course, we reflect on the recent Federal Election results and even put Ian to the Citizenship test!
Saturday May 17, 2025
Saturday May 17, 2025
Tonight, around the campfire the crew relive their recent Red Deer Hunts.
For Ian it's his first fully guided hunt, for Jono a club hunt on an allocated block while Mark returns to his private blocks just outside Kilcoy.
With everyone experiencing a successful hunt there’s lot to talk about.
Enjoy
Friday May 09, 2025
Friday May 09, 2025
With Jono away, Ian and Mark break down their Red Deer approach, talk about the very new, and very cool Hunters Campfire Outdoor Edge knives and a give a shout out a special fan of ‘the Poddy’.
The conversation then moves onto technology in the field including the power of Starlink, staying in touch with ZOLEO and will Hybrid EV utes, like the New Ford Ranger be the end of 12 volt power in camp.
Enjoy!
Friday May 02, 2025
Friday May 02, 2025
In this Hunters Campfire special, we share the campfire with Lawson White, owner of Nature's Perks, a service offering guided hunts and educational courses.
The wide-ranging conversation focuses on red deer hunting strategies, public vs. private land hunting, the importance of building relationships for access and even touch on the latest corner crossing rulings from the USA.
The crew also emphasize hearing and skin protection, explore hunting competitions, membership benefits, and community engagement. They highlight the stunning hunting property, support services, and encourage listeners to explore membership options and book adventures.