The Hunters Campfire - Australian Hunting

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

Episodes

November 22, 2025 50 mins

Tonight, in response to the recent decision to suspend SSAA(Q) from the National Association, and the establishment of the new QHS Branch, we speak with Tom Kenyon, Q&A style about what this means for shooters and hunters in Qld, and across the country.

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This conversation covers a range of topics related to hunting, including the use of e-bikes, the legality of knives, and personal anecdotes about childhood experiences. The hosts discuss the implications of new legislation on hunting practices and equipment, share humorous stories, and provide updates on political matters affecting the hunting community. The conversation is light-hearted yet informative, with a focus on the challen...

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November 6, 2025 51 mins
In this conversation, the hosts share personal updates, including birthday celebrations and fishing experiences, before diving into significant changes regarding the New South Wales R license hunting regulations. They discuss the new booking portal, its features, and how to navigate the updated system, emphasizing the importance of understanding the new rules and regulations for hunters. In this engaging conversation, the hosts dis...
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    In this conversation, the hosts discuss their recent camping and hunting trip, sharing experiences about vehicle maintenance, family dynamics, and the challenges they faced during their adventures. They reflect on personal achievements, such as fitness journeys and memorable fishing moments, while also addressing the logistics of camping and the impact of health challenges on group dynamics. The conversation highlights the camarade...
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    In this conversation, Capt Marco and Rob Borsak discuss Rob's background in politics and hunting, the impact of significant events like Port Arthur on hunting culture, and the current legislative bill concerning hunting rights in Australia. They explore the evolution of political views, the importance of community and connections in hunting, and the challenges faced in advocating for hunting rights amidst changing political landsca...
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    And we’re back!

    It’s our first podcast since returning from Buffalo Express and it’s a cracka’

    In this conversation, Tom Kenyon, CEO of the Sporting Shooters Association of Australia (SSAA), shares his journey from a young shooter to a political figure and now an advocate for shooting rights. The discussion covers the importance of community enga...

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    In this engaging conversation, Mark and Hurls discuss their recent hunting trip, sharing experiences from their long journey to Sydney for the Hellenic Hunters meeting. They delve into the unique challenges of hunting Samba deer, the importance of preparation and gear, and the role of thermal technology in enhancing their hunting strategies. The duo reflects on the camaraderie among hunters and the thrill of the chase, while also l...

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    In this episode of the Hunters Campfire podcast, the hosts discuss their upcoming road trip, the use of thermal optics in hunting, and the current state of hunting legislation in Australia. They also reflect on their hunting gear and equipment, share insights from an interview with Jason Menzies about managing type one diabetes, and look forward to future hunting events and expos.

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    August 28, 2025 53 mins
    In this episode, the hosts discuss the challenges of winter hunting, including gear preparation and personal experiences. They highlight upcoming events and giveaways in the hunting community, review innovative hunting gear, and delve into mythical creatures in hunting lore. The conversation also touches on the controversial topic of crocodile culling and management, emphasizing the importance of responsible hunting practices and c...
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    August 13, 2025 50 mins

    In this episode, the hosts discuss their upcoming hunting trip to Sydney, share personal health updates, and engage in light-hearted banter about team dynamics and product reviews. Jono reveals his struggles with a back injury that will prevent him from participating in the trip, leading to discussions about team replacements and the importance of health. The conversation also includes exciting giveaway...

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    August 5, 2025 54 mins

    In this engaging podcast episode, the hosts discuss various aspects of hunting, including safety gear, scope mounting techniques, and personal experiences with rifles. They emphasize the importance of community engagement and listener feedback, sharing shoutouts to dedicated listeners and local businesses. The conversation also touches on hunting equipment reviews, weight loss achievements within the hunting community, and the sign...

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    July 29, 2025 54 mins

    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...

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    July 22, 2025 54 mins

    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!

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    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.

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    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 reflec...
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    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!

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    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!

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    May 23, 2025 66 mins

    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!

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    May 17, 2025 76 mins

    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.

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    May 9, 2025 70 mins

    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 ...

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